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Alberta’s transportation minister is embracing a recent Ontario court ruling that lets governments remove protected bike lanes, calling it a victory for common sense and public safety. He argues roads should serve all users based on what works for communities, not rigid mandates, and says Alberta is drafting new legislation to reflect this. But cycling advocates are furious, warning bike lane removals endanger lives and are being weaponized as part of a culture war rather than guided by engineering or safety data. Groups like Bike Calgary demand evidence-based, locally tailored solutions, accusing the province of overstepping into municipal affairs. Some local politicians back the minister, framing Calgary as a car-centric city where bike lanes disrupt traffic and parking — urging caution before spending taxpayer money on infrastructure that may not deliver real safety or usage gains.

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