Alex Williams
@alexwilliamsyyc.bsky.social
🚌 Chair of Calgary Transit Riders
🎙️ Podcast Producer
🏘️ Housing Advocate
🎙️ Podcast Producer
🏘️ Housing Advocate
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Calgary has had a record year… in pedestrian deaths.😔
Other cities have had zero and they attribute “that milestone in part to 30 km/h speed limits, redesigned streets, and reliable public transit”
Will #yyccc be brave and do the right thing?
#Calgary
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Other cities have had zero and they attribute “that milestone in part to 30 km/h speed limits, redesigned streets, and reliable public transit”
Will #yyccc be brave and do the right thing?
#Calgary
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
In a record year for pedestrian deaths, here’s what Calgary can learn from other cities | CBC News
Calgary has seen 14 pedestrian fatalities this year. It’s the highest number of pedestrian deaths on Calgary Police Service records, which date back to 1996. According to police, it’s a death toll onl...
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December 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Calgary has had a record year… in pedestrian deaths.😔
Other cities have had zero and they attribute “that milestone in part to 30 km/h speed limits, redesigned streets, and reliable public transit”
Will #yyccc be brave and do the right thing?
#Calgary
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Other cities have had zero and they attribute “that milestone in part to 30 km/h speed limits, redesigned streets, and reliable public transit”
Will #yyccc be brave and do the right thing?
#Calgary
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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December 9, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Today, I learned you can just make your own left-turn lane…
December 8, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Today, I learned you can just make your own left-turn lane…
We really need to take some pride in the way we do our snow clearing. Winter will never be easy to get around, but… we could try a little harder.
December 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
We really need to take some pride in the way we do our snow clearing. Winter will never be easy to get around, but… we could try a little harder.
Why aren’t there more people swimming across the freezing river?
We can’t measure the number of people who’d cross a river with a bridge by the number of people who’re crossing it without one.
If you ever think, “No one bikes here.” Ask, “Would I bike here?”
We can’t measure the number of people who’d cross a river with a bridge by the number of people who’re crossing it without one.
If you ever think, “No one bikes here.” Ask, “Would I bike here?”
December 7, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Why aren’t there more people swimming across the freezing river?
We can’t measure the number of people who’d cross a river with a bridge by the number of people who’re crossing it without one.
If you ever think, “No one bikes here.” Ask, “Would I bike here?”
We can’t measure the number of people who’d cross a river with a bridge by the number of people who’re crossing it without one.
If you ever think, “No one bikes here.” Ask, “Would I bike here?”
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"The City’s own data indicate that conflicts involving right-turning vehicles are among the most common types of pedestrian collisions ... If adopted, these changes would mark one of the most significant intersection-safety reforms in Vancouver in years."
dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...
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Ban right turns on red at intersections, proposes Vancouver city councillor | Urbanized
OneCity councillor Lucy Maloney is pushing for a ban on right turns during the red-light traffic signal at intersections across Vancouver.
dailyhive.com
December 5, 2025 at 5:14 PM
"The City’s own data indicate that conflicts involving right-turning vehicles are among the most common types of pedestrian collisions ... If adopted, these changes would mark one of the most significant intersection-safety reforms in Vancouver in years."
dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...
dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...
And I demand to know how many cars drive down my street each day! If it turns out to be any less than Deerfoot Trail, I demand the City pull it up! I won’t stand for such economic inefficiencies!
Danielle Smith and her Transportation Secretary are “demanding” Calgary's cycling numbers. The city is apparently “refusing” to provide them.
But... Calgary’s bike counter data is readily available online: data.eco-counter.com/ParcPublic/?...
But... Calgary’s bike counter data is readily available online: data.eco-counter.com/ParcPublic/?...
Rick Bell is the enemy of active transportation.
He’s the enemy of kids safely biking to school.
He’s the enemy of parents who are tired of driving their kids everywhere.
#Calgary #yycBike
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He’s the enemy of kids safely biking to school.
He’s the enemy of parents who are tired of driving their kids everywhere.
#Calgary #yycBike
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December 6, 2025 at 4:41 PM
And I demand to know how many cars drive down my street each day! If it turns out to be any less than Deerfoot Trail, I demand the City pull it up! I won’t stand for such economic inefficiencies!
Stay tuned for what 2026 will bring 👀
Hoping to see more Humane Cities videos in the future. 😀👍
@alexwilliamsyyc.bsky.social
It’s really awesome to see the messages and ideas Alex shares with video examples in Calgary. It makes it real and relevant.
#Calgary
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@alexwilliamsyyc.bsky.social
It’s really awesome to see the messages and ideas Alex shares with video examples in Calgary. It makes it real and relevant.
#Calgary
youtube.com/shorts/GfO1t...
Allowing for incremental, neighbour-led changes in our communities creates resiliency.
YouTube video by humane cities | Alex Williams
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December 5, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Stay tuned for what 2026 will bring 👀
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My semi-regular reminder that it would also be financially transformative, for the household AND the city.
If a large portion of households went down from two cars to one car, it would be transformative for walking, biking, and transit in the city
December 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
My semi-regular reminder that it would also be financially transformative, for the household AND the city.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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A WEEK in this city. How is the strategy of "people just need to drive better" going, folks? Don't talk to me about safety in this city unless you're talking about cars. A city built around cars is a city built for death and injury. #yyc
November 26, 2025 at 5:44 PM
A WEEK in this city. How is the strategy of "people just need to drive better" going, folks? Don't talk to me about safety in this city unless you're talking about cars. A city built around cars is a city built for death and injury. #yyc
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Apropos of nothing in particular…
November 26, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Apropos of nothing in particular…
When my bus is this late, it’s almost like it’s on time again.
November 24, 2025 at 4:35 PM
When my bus is this late, it’s almost like it’s on time again.
Snow routes are active on busses in Calgary, today! @transit.app has the affected stops highlighted!
November 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Snow routes are active on busses in Calgary, today! @transit.app has the affected stops highlighted!
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Would be great if the province of Alberta valued a measles-free designation as much as they value a rat-free designation. 🦠🐀
November 10, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Would be great if the province of Alberta valued a measles-free designation as much as they value a rat-free designation. 🦠🐀
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Here is a look at the updated results in Calgary's mayoral race following the recount.
Jeromy Farkas was elected with 26.1% of the vote with a margin of victory of 616 votes over runner-up Sonya Sharp.
Farkas and the next city council will be sworn in tomorrow evening.
Jeromy Farkas was elected with 26.1% of the vote with a margin of victory of 616 votes over runner-up Sonya Sharp.
Farkas and the next city council will be sworn in tomorrow evening.
October 28, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Here is a look at the updated results in Calgary's mayoral race following the recount.
Jeromy Farkas was elected with 26.1% of the vote with a margin of victory of 616 votes over runner-up Sonya Sharp.
Farkas and the next city council will be sworn in tomorrow evening.
Jeromy Farkas was elected with 26.1% of the vote with a margin of victory of 616 votes over runner-up Sonya Sharp.
Farkas and the next city council will be sworn in tomorrow evening.
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@cailynn.bsky.social has spent the past two years gushing about her cargo bike. Read why here: open.substack.com/pub/gooutsid...
Two Years on a Cargo Bike
Why cargo bikes are the best
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October 24, 2025 at 2:55 PM
@cailynn.bsky.social has spent the past two years gushing about her cargo bike. Read why here: open.substack.com/pub/gooutsid...
Election day is finally here! Polls are open from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. This is your chance to make an impact on Calgary's future. We're counting on you.
And remember: Where there's a Williams, there's a way!
And remember: Where there's a Williams, there's a way!
October 20, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Election day is finally here! Polls are open from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM. This is your chance to make an impact on Calgary's future. We're counting on you.
And remember: Where there's a Williams, there's a way!
And remember: Where there's a Williams, there's a way!
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Bach every Sunday.
October 19, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Bach every Sunday.
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Nerds: it's time for our Calgary municipal election forecasting contest! The winner gets a free copy of my forthcoming co-edited book, City Politics in Canada. Please share widely! #yyccc
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October 19, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Nerds: it's time for our Calgary municipal election forecasting contest! The winner gets a free copy of my forthcoming co-edited book, City Politics in Canada. Please share widely! #yyccc
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Are safe streets an election issue when Calgarians go to vote on Monday? Which candidate is advocating for safe streets for people to walk and bike?
Or do Calgarians only care about whether a 4 plex is going up next door?
#Calgary #yyccc #vote
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Or do Calgarians only care about whether a 4 plex is going up next door?
#Calgary #yyccc #vote
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Third pedestrian killed in Calgary in two days
This incident marks Calgary’s 30th fatal collision of 2025, and the 11th fatal collision involving a pedestrian.
calgaryherald.com
October 17, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Are safe streets an election issue when Calgarians go to vote on Monday? Which candidate is advocating for safe streets for people to walk and bike?
Or do Calgarians only care about whether a 4 plex is going up next door?
#Calgary #yyccc #vote
calgaryherald.com/news/third-p...
Or do Calgarians only care about whether a 4 plex is going up next door?
#Calgary #yyccc #vote
calgaryherald.com/news/third-p...
Only 5 days left until Election Day! 🗳️
Let's build a more connected, accessible, and forward-thinking Calgary – one where every neighbourhood in Ward 11 can thrive.
Vote Alex Williams for Ward 11 City Councillor.
Where there's a Williams, there's a way.
Let's build a more connected, accessible, and forward-thinking Calgary – one where every neighbourhood in Ward 11 can thrive.
Vote Alex Williams for Ward 11 City Councillor.
Where there's a Williams, there's a way.
October 15, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Only 5 days left until Election Day! 🗳️
Let's build a more connected, accessible, and forward-thinking Calgary – one where every neighbourhood in Ward 11 can thrive.
Vote Alex Williams for Ward 11 City Councillor.
Where there's a Williams, there's a way.
Let's build a more connected, accessible, and forward-thinking Calgary – one where every neighbourhood in Ward 11 can thrive.
Vote Alex Williams for Ward 11 City Councillor.
Where there's a Williams, there's a way.
We’ve got one week until election day and many folks are still undecided! Come knock some doors with us: calendly.com/alexwilliams...
October 12, 2025 at 11:09 AM
We’ve got one week until election day and many folks are still undecided! Come knock some doors with us: calendly.com/alexwilliams...