Toronto's Bike Lanes Spark Driver-Cyclist Conflict Over Street Space

The article discusses a conflict in Toronto, Canada's largest city, between drivers and cyclists regarding the use of street space. The provincial government, led by Premier Doug Ford, has enacted a law to remove 14 miles of popular bike lanes from three major streets, citing concerns that they worsen traffic congestion. This move is opposed by Toronto's mayor, Olivia Chow, who believes the city should have control over street regulations and has suggested finding compromises like relocating lanes or improving their design. Many drivers, like taxi driver Nasser Moradman, are frustrated by traffic and blame bike lanes for the problem, while cyclists like Melanie Ng had seen the expansion of bike lanes as a positive step towards safer cycling.