Saskvasanth
@vasanth4111.bsky.social
Advocating for transit (rural and urban), medium density housing and mixed urban use development. Worried about the climate change emergency.
The @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social should work alongside operators such as Flixbus for the intercity operator to be able to have a stop at a BRT station to enhance connectivity.
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Flixbus in Saskatchewan
What this means for connectivity in the province.
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July 3, 2025 at 8:57 AM
The @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social should work alongside operators such as Flixbus for the intercity operator to be able to have a stop at a BRT station to enhance connectivity.
saskatoon.substack.com/p/flixbus-in...
saskatoon.substack.com/p/flixbus-in...
Flixbus is now up and running in Saskatchewan, connecting the communities of North Battleford, Saskatoon and Regina. However, the only "proper" connection to local transit seems to be in Regina.
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Taking Flixbus in Saskatchewan (July 2025)
YouTube video by carfreehomes
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July 2, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Flixbus is now up and running in Saskatchewan, connecting the communities of North Battleford, Saskatoon and Regina. However, the only "proper" connection to local transit seems to be in Regina.
www.youtube.com/shorts/2o4Ng...
www.youtube.com/shorts/2o4Ng...
When it comes to public transportation. Language matters. Calling a person an enthusiast just because they happen to choose taking a train over a private vehicle does not help. The person who uploaded this video may not have realised it.
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FlixBus - A Newcomer's Guide to Canada
YouTube video by newcanadianscentre
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July 2, 2025 at 12:22 AM
When it comes to public transportation. Language matters. Calling a person an enthusiast just because they happen to choose taking a train over a private vehicle does not help. The person who uploaded this video may not have realised it.
www.youtube.com/shorts/JQOIm...
www.youtube.com/shorts/JQOIm...
Stop signs are better than traffic lights. But roundabouts are the best as they are safer for all users. Not just the people in cars. (Roundabouts reduce speed, people on foot don't necessarily need to know the "rules" of the road.
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no power? no problem (stop signs work)
YouTube video by Strong Towns
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June 20, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Stop signs are better than traffic lights. But roundabouts are the best as they are safer for all users. Not just the people in cars. (Roundabouts reduce speed, people on foot don't necessarily need to know the "rules" of the road.
www.youtube.com/shorts/KTmQK...
www.youtube.com/shorts/KTmQK...
This is a BRT in the suburbs of Busan, South Korea. 2 middle lanes are dedicated to buses and the 2 outer lanes are for general motorised traffic. The current layout for 22nd Street W in @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social Saskatoon is of a similar layout (With the exception of the BRT/ Bus lanes).
June 14, 2025 at 8:31 AM
This is a BRT in the suburbs of Busan, South Korea. 2 middle lanes are dedicated to buses and the 2 outer lanes are for general motorised traffic. The current layout for 22nd Street W in @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social Saskatoon is of a similar layout (With the exception of the BRT/ Bus lanes).
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Aq4.... It would be interesting if we could build these coaches here as stationary units so that people could "experience" European style high tech trains before travelling to Europe. Get your feet wet type of thing.
I’m Launching My Own Night Train Company! (Yes, I’m Serious...)
YouTube video by Simply Railway
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June 11, 2025 at 3:27 PM
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Aq4.... It would be interesting if we could build these coaches here as stationary units so that people could "experience" European style high tech trains before travelling to Europe. Get your feet wet type of thing.
Why is building a pipeline to connect Ontario and Quebec a left vs right issue. Protecting the environment should not be partisan. It is just common sense. Both the premieres and the federal government are proposing while the provinces are literally burning.
June 8, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Why is building a pipeline to connect Ontario and Quebec a left vs right issue. Protecting the environment should not be partisan. It is just common sense. Both the premieres and the federal government are proposing while the provinces are literally burning.
This is an idea for developing Westgate plaza in #Saskatoon based upon the assumption that there will be a zone change to CS1 in the near future. (AI generated). Having a stairwell which is not heated or cooled but is protected from the elements i.e rain and snow should save on energy costs.
June 1, 2025 at 11:36 PM
This is an idea for developing Westgate plaza in #Saskatoon based upon the assumption that there will be a zone change to CS1 in the near future. (AI generated). Having a stairwell which is not heated or cooled but is protected from the elements i.e rain and snow should save on energy costs.
The intersection of Laurier Drive, the Freshco entrance to Conferation Mall, the Civic centre and the walk in clinic could be fixed by applying this strategy by
@streetcraft.bsky.social #Saskatoon
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@streetcraft.bsky.social #Saskatoon
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Instead of just repaving it, they did this
YouTube video by Streetcraft Shorts
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June 1, 2025 at 10:50 PM
The intersection of Laurier Drive, the Freshco entrance to Conferation Mall, the Civic centre and the walk in clinic could be fixed by applying this strategy by
@streetcraft.bsky.social #Saskatoon
www.youtube.com/shorts/EXTbB...
@streetcraft.bsky.social #Saskatoon
www.youtube.com/shorts/EXTbB...
@cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social seems to talk the big talk about sweeping zone changes in order to accommodate a lot more housing. But are they really? The plan seems to be very watered down.
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May 29, 2025 at 2:16 AM
@cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social seems to talk the big talk about sweeping zone changes in order to accommodate a lot more housing. But are they really? The plan seems to be very watered down.
saskatoon.substack.com/p/saskatoon-...
saskatoon.substack.com/p/saskatoon-...
Housing needs based upon 2021 data for the @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social (Core housing need)
May 24, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Housing needs based upon 2021 data for the @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social (Core housing need)
A multiplex does not have to be boring.
May 22, 2025 at 6:03 AM
A multiplex does not have to be boring.
Centre running bus lanes in Busan, South Korea.
The car/ personal vehicle traffic on either side running smoothly. There is no reason why this cannot be prevalent in North America.
The car/ personal vehicle traffic on either side running smoothly. There is no reason why this cannot be prevalent in North America.
May 20, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Centre running bus lanes in Busan, South Korea.
The car/ personal vehicle traffic on either side running smoothly. There is no reason why this cannot be prevalent in North America.
The car/ personal vehicle traffic on either side running smoothly. There is no reason why this cannot be prevalent in North America.
If an absolutely massive stroad in Busan, South Korea is capable of having protected bike lanes what is stopping North American cities from having the same?
May 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
If an absolutely massive stroad in Busan, South Korea is capable of having protected bike lanes what is stopping North American cities from having the same?
There should be enough affordable housing close to transit. There should also be short term rentals close to transit.
We should have hotels/ hostels motels and BnBs.
We should have homeless shelters
We cannot afford to have one or the other. All of these types of shelters can co-exist.
We should have hotels/ hostels motels and BnBs.
We should have homeless shelters
We cannot afford to have one or the other. All of these types of shelters can co-exist.
May 19, 2025 at 2:40 AM
There should be enough affordable housing close to transit. There should also be short term rentals close to transit.
We should have hotels/ hostels motels and BnBs.
We should have homeless shelters
We cannot afford to have one or the other. All of these types of shelters can co-exist.
We should have hotels/ hostels motels and BnBs.
We should have homeless shelters
We cannot afford to have one or the other. All of these types of shelters can co-exist.
I would rather splurge on this over a car any day.
May 17, 2025 at 9:08 AM
I would rather splurge on this over a car any day.
Getting rid of waste in Busan, South Korea. It details when, what will be picked up. Recyclables, general waste, organic waste, etc. It does not matter whether you live in a house or apartment, you seem to have to use the same bag. Would this work in @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social?
May 17, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Getting rid of waste in Busan, South Korea. It details when, what will be picked up. Recyclables, general waste, organic waste, etc. It does not matter whether you live in a house or apartment, you seem to have to use the same bag. Would this work in @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social?
Re-zoning alone does not solve the housing crisis. toronto.cityhallwatcher.com/p/torontos-m...
Toronto's multiplexes are multiplying — but not fast enough
City Hall Watcher #331: Guest contributor Damien Moule looks at the growth of multiplexes in Toronto, and the barriers that are preventing many multiples more.
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May 13, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Re-zoning alone does not solve the housing crisis. toronto.cityhallwatcher.com/p/torontos-m...
Saskatoon and other municipalities need to build more affordable housing units in the form of multi-family housing. (Pictures from South Korea)
May 13, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Saskatoon and other municipalities need to build more affordable housing units in the form of multi-family housing. (Pictures from South Korea)
Is managing growth an indirect way of saying reducing the amount and type of homes being built.
May 1, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Is managing growth an indirect way of saying reducing the amount and type of homes being built.
Meet BYD's competitor. The Nissan Sakura. With the talk of Trump wanting to destroy the auto sector in North America we should start building these in Ontario or Manitoba.
May 1, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Meet BYD's competitor. The Nissan Sakura. With the talk of Trump wanting to destroy the auto sector in North America we should start building these in Ontario or Manitoba.
Like the mini lunches you can have while in Japan. All available at convenience stores.
May 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Like the mini lunches you can have while in Japan. All available at convenience stores.
I can still imagine a future where it would there would be a seamless transfer between Saskatoon Transit and the future STC.
April 17, 2025 at 9:35 PM
I can still imagine a future where it would there would be a seamless transfer between Saskatoon Transit and the future STC.
I can imagine the possibilities on Idyllwild Drive in Saskatoon. More mixed use and medium density housing.
April 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I can imagine the possibilities on Idyllwild Drive in Saskatoon. More mixed use and medium density housing.
Bike infrastructure in Barcelona.
April 9, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Bike infrastructure in Barcelona.