Amanda Hu
@amandalhu.bsky.social
Neighbour and pal to children, adults and nature. Pro-treating each other like we live in a society. I communicate about stuff for work and for fun (here, where my opinions are my own). She/her.
📍Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7 (Calgary, Canada)
📍Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7 (Calgary, Canada)
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Amanda Hu
@amandalhu.bsky.social
· Feb 27
Reminder! My mentions are a no “do nothing guy” zone. Responding with all the reasons why doing something won’t work takes more effort than just doing nothing and discourages others from doing something and that’s a toxic infectious “do nothing” bomb. You can even try doing something instead!
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I'm on my way to work from Franklin Station to begin Day 5 of Budget Week! Big decisions ahead as we work to keep life affordable, protect core services, and plan responsibly for our growing city. Thanks to everyone following along. #yyccc
November 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
I'm on my way to work from Franklin Station to begin Day 5 of Budget Week! Big decisions ahead as we work to keep life affordable, protect core services, and plan responsibly for our growing city. Thanks to everyone following along. #yyccc
The joy of nailing two video/VO spots in less than 20 minutes thanks to some great collaboration and @jeromyyyc.bsky.social nailing the takes
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November 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The joy of nailing two video/VO spots in less than 20 minutes thanks to some great collaboration and @jeromyyyc.bsky.social nailing the takes
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Some are suggesting you deliberately write inaccurate or confusing alt text, because they say this confuses AI scrapers that are analyzing images.
The purpose of alt text is to help people who cannot see the image. Deliberately misrepresenting the image is a gross misuse of alt text. Don't do it.
The purpose of alt text is to help people who cannot see the image. Deliberately misrepresenting the image is a gross misuse of alt text. Don't do it.
November 26, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Some are suggesting you deliberately write inaccurate or confusing alt text, because they say this confuses AI scrapers that are analyzing images.
The purpose of alt text is to help people who cannot see the image. Deliberately misrepresenting the image is a gross misuse of alt text. Don't do it.
The purpose of alt text is to help people who cannot see the image. Deliberately misrepresenting the image is a gross misuse of alt text. Don't do it.
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UPDATE: City Council is nearing the end of our budget public hearing. We will be calling on the last round of registered speakers tomorrow, Wednesday Nov 26, shortly after 9:30am. For more details: forms.calgary.ca/content/form... #yyccc
November 26, 2025 at 1:31 AM
UPDATE: City Council is nearing the end of our budget public hearing. We will be calling on the last round of registered speakers tomorrow, Wednesday Nov 26, shortly after 9:30am. For more details: forms.calgary.ca/content/form... #yyccc
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Caught my train at Westbrook on my way to City Hall for Day 2 of Budget Week. Join us for the public hearing at 9:30am. Big thanks to our @calgarytransit Operators & snow crews out in the cold. Your new Council team is working hard to make mobility safer & affordable. #yyccc
November 25, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Caught my train at Westbrook on my way to City Hall for Day 2 of Budget Week. Join us for the public hearing at 9:30am. Big thanks to our @calgarytransit Operators & snow crews out in the cold. Your new Council team is working hard to make mobility safer & affordable. #yyccc
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Calgary’s new city council kickstarts 2026 budget talks with public hearing
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globalnews.ca/news/1154061...
Calgary’s new city council kickstarts 2026 budget talks with public hearing - Calgary | Globalnews.ca
Calgary city council is making adjustments to the final year of a four-year budget approved by the previous city council, which includes a 3.6 per cent overall property tax hike.
globalnews.ca
November 25, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Calgary’s new city council kickstarts 2026 budget talks with public hearing
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Last night was the official opening of the Lions Festival of Lights. My council colleagues @mykeatkinson.bsky.social, @jeromyyyc.bsky.social and I, along with the large crowd, had a blast!
November 24, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Last night was the official opening of the Lions Festival of Lights. My council colleagues @mykeatkinson.bsky.social, @jeromyyyc.bsky.social and I, along with the large crowd, had a blast!
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Before, during and after snowfall our crews respond using our Priority Snow Plan. This plan prioritizes the busiest and most used parts of our transportation network! More info can found at calgary.ca/snow
November 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Before, during and after snowfall our crews respond using our Priority Snow Plan. This plan prioritizes the busiest and most used parts of our transportation network! More info can found at calgary.ca/snow
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Let's stay safe on the roads this morning, #yyc! City crews are in full gear getting our roads clear. With the first big snow of the season, they're working as hard as they can to get to your neighbourhood. Take a look at where snowplows are currently working here: maps.calgary.ca/RoadConditio...
November 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Let's stay safe on the roads this morning, #yyc! City crews are in full gear getting our roads clear. With the first big snow of the season, they're working as hard as they can to get to your neighbourhood. Take a look at where snowplows are currently working here: maps.calgary.ca/RoadConditio...
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The Hall is what Darren and I called the weekly preview council column at @livewirecalgary.bsky.social for a good long time.
Although I've always preferred calling it Council Island, because its the best reality TV show on the air.
Although I've always preferred calling it Council Island, because its the best reality TV show on the air.
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The Hall is what Darren and I called the weekly preview council column at @livewirecalgary.bsky.social for a good long time.
Although I've always preferred calling it Council Island, because its the best reality TV show on the air.
Although I've always preferred calling it Council Island, because its the best reality TV show on the air.
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Today, I proclaimed Transgender Day of Remembrance in Calgary. We honour those we’ve lost, and we stand with resolve for a city where everyone can live safely and authentically. We will keep fighting for every person’s right to be who they are: openly, proudly, and without fear. #yyccc
November 21, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Today, I proclaimed Transgender Day of Remembrance in Calgary. We honour those we’ve lost, and we stand with resolve for a city where everyone can live safely and authentically. We will keep fighting for every person’s right to be who they are: openly, proudly, and without fear. #yyccc
Black eye finally healed last week and is now just replaced with tired eyes from work work work. Big props to the ER doc for the amazing work on blending my scar into my eyebrows.
November 20, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Black eye finally healed last week and is now just replaced with tired eyes from work work work. Big props to the ER doc for the amazing work on blending my scar into my eyebrows.
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One of the things Calgary's Mayor can do is issue proclamations - a ceremonial declaration to recognize and observe days of significance. This week, November 15-22, 2025 is recognized as Métis Week. Since before Alberta was a province within Canada, the Métis people were here
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November 17, 2025 at 8:39 PM
One of the things Calgary's Mayor can do is issue proclamations - a ceremonial declaration to recognize and observe days of significance. This week, November 15-22, 2025 is recognized as Métis Week. Since before Alberta was a province within Canada, the Métis people were here
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In response to youth suicides, teachers show students the power of headbanging at Fire in the Mountains festival.
Heavy metal is healing teens on the Blackfeet Nation - High Country News
In response to youth suicides, teachers show students the power of headbanging at Fire in the Mountains festival.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:01 PM
In response to youth suicides, teachers show students the power of headbanging at Fire in the Mountains festival.
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‘Death remains my intimate shadow partner. It has been with me since birth, always hovering close by. I understand one day we will finally waltz together into the ether. I hope when that time comes, I die with the satisfaction of a life well-lived, unapologetic, joyful, & full of love.’
—Alice Wong
—Alice Wong
November 15, 2025 at 6:12 AM
‘Death remains my intimate shadow partner. It has been with me since birth, always hovering close by. I understand one day we will finally waltz together into the ether. I hope when that time comes, I die with the satisfaction of a life well-lived, unapologetic, joyful, & full of love.’
—Alice Wong
—Alice Wong
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I’m heartsick to hear that the incomparable Alice Wong has passed. Her loss will be felt keenly, by many, and for a long time. She is a force, a generous leader and storyteller, and an oracle for disabled futures. Much love to Alice and to all our crip kin and comrades. ❤️🩹
November 15, 2025 at 5:47 AM
I’m heartsick to hear that the incomparable Alice Wong has passed. Her loss will be felt keenly, by many, and for a long time. She is a force, a generous leader and storyteller, and an oracle for disabled futures. Much love to Alice and to all our crip kin and comrades. ❤️🩹
November 14, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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It was a pleasure to host two Grade 6 groups attending City Hall School this week in City Council Chambers and through a tour of the Office of the Mayor. We talked about how someone gets to be the mayor, what we do in City Council and how grateful my colleagues and I are to serve Calgarians.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:06 PM
It was a pleasure to host two Grade 6 groups attending City Hall School this week in City Council Chambers and through a tour of the Office of the Mayor. We talked about how someone gets to be the mayor, what we do in City Council and how grateful my colleagues and I are to serve Calgarians.
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Proud to celebrate 35 years of the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth at their Youth Achievement Awards Gala. Their work has helped generations of newcomer youth find belonging, confidence, and opportunity. Congratulations to all recipients! You make Calgary proud. #yyccc
November 12, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Proud to celebrate 35 years of the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth at their Youth Achievement Awards Gala. Their work has helped generations of newcomer youth find belonging, confidence, and opportunity. Congratulations to all recipients! You make Calgary proud. #yyccc
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No, seriously. Go get your flu shot. I’m not kidding.
November 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
No, seriously. Go get your flu shot. I’m not kidding.
I am so lucky to see aurora borealis with the frequency I do.
November 12, 2025 at 4:05 AM
I am so lucky to see aurora borealis with the frequency I do.
Calgary City Council’s 2026 Budget deliberations started today! You can watch live here: www.calgary.ca/council/coun...
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Council and Committee webcasts
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November 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Calgary City Council’s 2026 Budget deliberations started today! You can watch live here: www.calgary.ca/council/coun...
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