Pedestrians and cyclists took over parts of several Toronto streets this weekend for a second time as part of an initiative to encourage physical activity amid restrictions around COVID-19.
The apparent popularity of the effort has one advocacy group calling for more permanent bicycle infrastructure. On Saturday, the Nollert-Li family went for a ride along Lakeshore Boulevard East, which was closed to vehicles eastbound in the section along Woodbine Beach. “I think it gives us a safe spot to bike,” said Beverly Nollert, who was joined by her two daughters and partner. “You know, it is difficult with trying to maintain physical distance on some of the side streets where we live.” The city’s ActiveTO initiative — which aims to allow residents