has anyone had this kinda of frustration, dating in Toronto?

Good Friyey Folks, I (34M) have been living for 5 years in Toronto, coming from Vancouver. A year ago, I ditched dating apps for good and determined to talk to people in person. I am fairly attractive and talktive, and I have been fairly able to get phone numbers. However, It's pretty crazy that either It ends up in ghosting (not replying to the first message at all) or saying (pretty busy, cannot do it..etc).

My question to ladies, if you have a really good conversation with a guy and you gave him your phone number, why doing so while not planning to talk or go on a date? It is really frustrating !