Bike Lanes Aren't the Problem | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 19, 2026 · 1m

Alberta’s new bike lane complaint portal is sparking controversy — it invites citizens to report congestion, safety, and business impacts, potentially paving the way for lane removals. But the data tells a different story: studies from cities across North America show bike lanes don’t cause traffic jams, emergency response times aren’t delayed, and local businesses often thrive. In fact, protected bike lanes reduce collisions and keep cars off the road — improving safety for everyone. The real problem? The portal’s designed to collect opinions, not evidence — ignoring the mountain of…