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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

We are better served if they used this power to collaborate and achieve better outcomes together. With the separation referendum 10 days out, this announcement feels driven more by politics than good policy. Calgarians should decide how Calgary grows, and I’ll keep standing for that. 4/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

In 2024 she said Calgary’s rezoning bylaw was “up to Calgarians to decide.” She was right both times. Yesterday goes against both. Yes, the Province has the power to direct municipalities. But doing it this way is bad governance, risks more red tape, confusion, and more costs for taxpayers 3/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Libraries and bike lanes are the most recent examples. Not to mention noise bylaws. Before that it was photo radar, which is making our streets less safe. Now it’s planning and development. In 2011, the Premier said she believed in “local autonomy, local decision-making, and local governance.” 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Yesterday the Province directed Calgary and Edmonton on how our neighbourhoods should grow. I want to be clear: my concern is not about rezoning. That's gone. My concern is a pattern of Provincial interference in local decisions, often while that work is still underway 1/ #yyc #calgary #yyccc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

12 of the 50 most dangerous crossings in Calgary are in Ward 8. More than any other ward. I ran on making our streets safer. In June I brought a motion to put $6 million into traffic safety. Council passed it unanimously. On September 22 it cleared its final step. What's next? 1/ #yyc #yyccc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

New safety measures in the most dangerous locations plus $250k for each Ward. The program is being developed now. Once that's done you'll hear from me so we can identify the streets in Ward 8 you want to make safer 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

And I should say that the Ward 8 Team deserves a lot of this credit as well. I'd be drowning without them and they deserve a significant amount of the credit for our efforts.

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This is so kind and reading this could not have come at a better time (September was a long, long month). Thanks for taking the time to say this, typically people only take the time when they're not happy so it's an unusual and very pleasant surprise when the opposite happens!

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Last year I asked what was going on with the empty field beside Westbrook CTrain station. A year later, I have answers. Apublic park, new homes, places to eat and shop. The park is what we're designing first. What do you want to see? Splash pad? Playground? Somewhere shady to eat lunch? 1/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Email ward8@calgary.ca, subject line "Westbrook Park Engagement". Or the project team at development@o2design.com. More info here: www.westbrookstation.ca 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's recognizing and understanding tragedies experienced by Indigenous people, their families, and their cultures through the Residential School System. But it's also moving forward, remembering the past to create a better future, ours to build together as the people of Treaty Seven 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation I split my time between the Confluence and the inaugural Indigenous Pop-Up Care Village at the Sunalta Community Hub. Reconciliation represents our shared past and shared future 1/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It's now a tradition for me to post my trip home after late night budget hearings. Tonight, the bus, which makes my family's life easier and more affordable. We're not alone. Our budget only succeeds by understanding every family, every person, and every challenge is different. More to come.

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Mondays in September can be a struggle. School, work, family, and making it work. Balance is tough, especially with so many outside pressures. Today, my struggle was daycare drop-off. I had to get creative with a blanket fort in the car to entice her to leave while getting to work on time 1/ #yyc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Yes there's a kid under there and yes I made sure everyone was safe). No matter what you do or who you are, we all live the little things every day 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

That's a wrap on our 2026 cleanup season, but there are still community cleanups happening across Calgary if you have items to dispose of. Find a cleanup near you on the City of Calgary Community Cleanups page. 🔗: www.calgary.ca/content/www/... /2

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Spent Saturday hard at work with staff and board members planning for the future of our libraries. I'm proud to be a member of the board and contribute to an organization at the core of our identity as Calgarians. World class cities have world class libraries, and we're in great hands #yyc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Please take a few minutes to complete their survey on as many Main Streets you interact with regularly. 🔗 calgary.ca/mainstreets

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This feedback will help them understand how Calgary's main streets: • Bring people together • Support local businesses • Help people move around safely and easily Give communities their unique character /2

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The City of Calgary is inviting residents to take the short Main Street Metrics Survey to help us learn more about the streets where Calgarians live, work, shop, visit or spend time. Many of these Main Streets are in Ward 8, with plans for more to come including the Sunalta Main Street. /1

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Read my statement above about how we can move forward and balance the need for housing with the needs of our communities. Statement and info: www.calgary.ca/council/ward...

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Yesterday Council voted on next steps for an affordable housing project in Ward 8 on Mission Road, hearing from over 30 members of the public about their support for affordable housing and concerns about effects on their neighbourhood. This was a difficult decision for me as Ward 8 Councillor 1/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Busy weekend in Ward 8 - a Mount Royal Community Cleanup, Picnic with the Police, rescheduled Neighbour Day party with Rideau-Roxboro and the Killarney CA Food Truck Fest. 4 events, 4 groups of volunteers who gave up their Saturday to make ours better. More next weekend. See you out there 👋

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Hey Ward 8, happening now until 6pm at the Killarney CA - Food Truck Fest! 🎶Live music 🍴Food 🍻Beer gardens with Buffalo 9 🛝Kids activities Great to check off all the boxes for keeping the family entertained and fed (which I'm taking advantage of right now). #yyc #calgary

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Before Council reviews an updated draft in January, I'm collecting feedback through a survey, an online engagement session, and direct submissions to the Ward 8 Office. Your voice matters. Join the conversation. www.calgary.ca/council/ward...

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

We're asking Ward 8 residents to help shape the future of Calgary. The Calgary Plan is a long-term framework that will guide growth, transportation, infrastructure, and city-building decisions over the coming decades.

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I was asked how much of a distraction the last couple of weeks have been. Here's my honest answer. The budget is the most pivotal decision we'll make in four years. That's the conversation we should be having, and I’m looking forward to having these conversations with Ward 8. Watch below #yyccc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Five intersection safety cameras can also capture speed-on-green violations, helping reduce collisions and improve safety at our intersections. Together, Calgary Police Service and The City continue to support Vision Zero: safer streets with no fatalities or serious injuries. /2

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

For this month, photo radar will focus on the Sunalta community in Ward 8. Photo radar vehicles will also be attending construction zones where workers are present. There are 57 Intersection Safety Camera (ISC) sites throughout the city that can capture red light infractions. /1

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today in Committee, Council passed a surface alignment for the downtown Green Line. A difficult but necessary decision to move forward. Now my priority is the residents and businesses of the Beltline. That’s why I tabled the amendment below to prioritize public spaces around the project 1/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Ultimately this project is for you, and we only succeed by creating real, lasting benefits for your lives. Still lots to do, and I'll be there every step of the way 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I put a Canadian flag on my desk in Council and posted about it. Many thought I should stay in my lane, but as Canadians, Albertans, and Calgarians, our country is part of who we are. Take time to learn, join the conversation and be part of deciding our future on Oct 19. #alberta #yyc #referendum

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

If you're looking to support organizations doing incredible work year-round, consider learning more about: 🌈 Calgary Outlink 🌈 Skipping Stone Foundation 🌈 Centre for Sexuality 2/

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

🏳️‍🌈 I won't be able to join Calgary's Pride Parade today (reason pictured, excuse any stains), but I want to send my support to everyone celebrating. Pride is about inclusion, dignity, community, and the freedom to be yourself. Thank you for marching, organizing, and volunteering! 1/ #yycPride #yyc

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

You've probably seen some interesting discussions about the budget lately. So, there’s no time like the present to get back to basics and discuss the facts. I’ll be sharing information about how Calgary’s budget process works and how residents can help shape it 1/ #yyc #yyccc #calgary

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Very good points all around. We have some engagement opportunities coming soon so this is exactly the kind of information we want from folks like you to help inform the final decisions (in addition to existing feedback and the November public hearing).

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Working on some ideas! Will take some time though as it is a logistically complicated endeavour.

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Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor @natefor8.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

You know the sounds. Loud exhausts, revving engines. Our Traffic Safety Team and CPS have launched an enforcement and education blitz on 17 ave. You can report vehicles to CPS non-emergency or 311. This gives us data on hot spots for better enforcement and won't be lost in the void 1/ #yyc

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