Article summary

This dispatch captures a firsthand journey aboard Our Greenway’s trishaws as they traveled from Rexdale to Downsview via Jane and Finch. Cody and Francine’s reflections highlight both the joy of slow, scenic travel along hydro corridors and the intense discomfort of navigating Toronto’s car-dominated arterial roads. Their contrasting experiences underline the urgent need for dedicated micromobility infrastructure that prioritizes safety, wayfinding, and accessibility for all users.

Key findings

• Hydro corridors offer a peaceful, scenic, and socially rich environment for micromobility travel.
• Arterial roads like Finch Avenue present safety hazards, poor pavement conditions, and hostile traffic interactions for trishaws.
• Lack of signage and protected lanes makes navigation and confidence difficult for new micromobility users.
• Infrastructure gaps—such as rest areas, garbage bins, and lighting—limit the comfort and accessibility of green corridors.

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