At the December 2025 meeting of the City of Toronto Infrastructure and Environment Committee, Walk Toronto steering committee members gave commentary on three items that are significant to pedestrians.
First, on the item “TransformTO Net Zero Strategy: Action Plan (2026-2030),” Lee Scott submitted and communication and also deputed in person on behalf of Walk Toronto. Lee highlighted that encouraging walking is a fundamental element of reducing carbon emissions to meet Toronto’s Net Zero goals, but that walking seems to be largely neglected as part of the strategy, despite the fact that many walking issues are entirely within the city’s purview. She said, “The daily pedestrian experience in Toronto currently involves countless indignities … all of which seem to be lowhanging fruit that the city can correct without restriction from federal or provincial governments.” Walk Toronto steering committee member Susan Bakshi also separately deputed on this item.
- Read Lee’s communication about Toronto’s net zero strategy (PDF)
- See the IEC agenda item “TransformTO Net Zero Strategy: Action Plan (2026-2030)”
Second, on the item “Cycling Network Plan – 2025 Cycling Infrastructure Fourth Quarter Update,” Lee Scott and other Walk Toronto members submitted a communication on behalf of Walk Toronto in support of the expansion of cycle lanes, which also improve the safety and quality of life of pedestrians.
- Read the Walk Toronto communication about the Cycling Network Plan (PDF)
- See the IEC agenda item “Cycling Network Plan – 2025 Cycling Infrastructure Fourth Quarter Update”
Finally, on the item “Response to Council Directions on Sidewalk Clearing Requirements and the Status of Modernizing PlowTO,” Adam Cohoon, a Walk Toronto member, submitted a communication and deputed in person on the challenges faced by wheelchair users when sidewalk snow removal is ineffective.