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Ford government faces constitutional challenge over bike lane law

The Ford government in Ontario is facing a constitutional challenge regarding a new law that allows municipalities to remove bike lanes without public consultation. This law, part of the Get It Done Act, has been criticized for undermining local democracy by giving the province the power to override municipal decisions on bike lanes. Critics argue that this move not only bypasses the democratic process but also potentially endangers cyclists by reducing safe cycling infrastructure. The challenge, supported by cycling advocates and legal experts, claims that the law violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by limiting the right to participate in municipal decision-making processes. The contention is that such legislative overreach by the province could set a precedent for further erosion of local governance and public involvement in community planning.

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