Readers of this blog know that I support building a great network of bike lanes in Toronto, a network that enhances the city without creating traffic chaos. I thought the idea of bike lanes on University Ave was destined for disaster. Let’s run the bike… Read More
We’re getting a bike share program here in Toronto. The Council vote was 33-8. 1,000 bikes will be available, at 80 parking spots around the city. There will be a cost, but it’s not unreasonable – about $80 per year, $30 per month or 5… Read More
Veteran Toronto City Councillor Howard Moscoe has a knack for getting in the news when he feels like it. This morning I heard about his latest stunt, a sarcastic motion asking the Toronto Star’s advice on Councillor’s salaries: “This week the pre-election ritual of reviewing… Read More
A gate has appeared at the off leash area at the R.L. Clark filtration plant. This is at one of the holes in the fence that runs along the east side of the area. A number of dog owners have wanted to see gates put… Read More
The Toronto Sun has reported that Toronto mayoralty candidate Giorgio Mammoliti wants to arm by-law officers so they can arrest taggers: “I am in favour of giving them guns and the power to arrest people,” Mammoliti said. “I think people will stop painting graffiti or… Read More
The intrepid research staff here at Anchovy World Headquarters stumbled across this open letter to candidates at Spacing Toronto. Well, the following quote makes good sense: There are not two Torontos, comprised of cyclists or drivers. In fact, statistics show us that those who own… Read More
The City of Toronto has decided to experiment with bike lanes on University Ave, after deciding on bike lanes on Jarvis. I support establishing an excellent network of bike lanes throughout Toronto, but I don’t support the apparent “war on cars” approach of the outgoing… Read More
For the Toronto Transit Commission, it seems when it rains it freezes. After the transit union took a very positive step, organizing a series of town-halls, and apologizing profusely for poor customer service, another serious incident has taken place. All the news outlets have reported… Read More
The Toronto transit union held the first of a series of town-halls yesterday to hear from Torontonians about issues with public transit in Toronto. This is a brave step by a union reeling from photos of sleeping employees and the like. It marked recognition by… Read More
I guess it didn’t occur to the folks that run the Toronto Island Ferry that with our warm spring weather they ought to consider ending “winter” hours early this year and start running more than one ferry. This past weekend, there were huge crowds at… Read More
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