In the warmer weather, there is increased demand on multi\u002Duse pathways, and generally less car traffic, particularly during rush hour.
The existing multi-use pathways along the Rideau Canal are lovely. I agree with the mayor that they are preferable to walking or riding on a road built for cars. During the summer months, however, these canal pathways become overcrowded. As with Highway 417, infrastructure designed in the mid-20th-century no longer matches present demand.
Of course, there is also increased construction in summer, which impacts traffic. Offering more options to move around road closures means less traffic that needs to be diverted to car detours. It’s the same for special events. In other words, more space for active and public transportation means less traffic for those who might still need to get around by car — and therefore less space needed for cars.
Admittedly, rethinking and changing how the city prioritizes transportation projects is a tall order that will impact how residents move throughout the city, with both short- and long-term disadvantages and advantages. Change to routine is not easy but it is possible when necessary. A flexible network that can expand and contract to seasonal change in demand is a smart solution and one that sets us up to make more permanent change.
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