Stopping illegally in a bike lane or cycle track carries a fine of $150. The document notes that according to city bylaws, only Wheel-Trans vehicles are currently allowed to stop in physically separated bike lanes. The city wants to make it legal for drivers with accessible parking permits to stop in separated bike lanes, as long as they’re “loading or unloading” a person with a disability. He said that as the city has installed more bike lanes it has become more difficult to find places where he’s able to park. According to the ministry of government and consumer services, there are 120,266 active accessible parking permits in Toronto.

Source: thestar November 21, 2016 10:02 UTC