Nurubian

Ep. 23 · Dec 21, 2024

How the Bicycle Mayor of Toronto is Making Toronto's Streets Safer for All

with Lanrick Bennett Jr.

How the Bicycle Mayor of Toronto is Making Toronto's Streets Safer for All

Join me, along with my co-hosts Joycelyn and Erin, as we dive into a conversation with Lanrick Bennett Jr., Toronto's Bicycle Mayor, and the Executive Director of Charlie's FreeWheels. We explore his tenure as a bike mayor and the expansive network of BYCS-appointed mayors stretching from India to Uganda. In this episode, we discuss Vision Zero and efforts to reduce vehicular fatalities in Toronto. We delve into designing inclusive cycling infrastructure and offer advice for those looking to cycle in the city or get involved in making their streets safer. Key insights: - Why inclusive cycling infrastructure matters - How Shaw St has evolved into Toronto's cycling haven - The importance of political will in creating safer streets - Ways to actively contribute to advocating for safer streets in your community - Insights from international transit advocates on Toronto's cycling infrastructure - The global network of Bicycle Mayors and their impact on urban development - And much more Guest: Lanrick Bennett Jr., Bicycle Mayor of Toronto & Executive Director of Charlie's FreeWheels

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This episode is co-supported by the Nurubian, the University of Toronto School of Cities and the Department of Geography and Planning.

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Music by Imany Lambropoulos

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