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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · 13d

Congratulations to the new Mayor @jeromyyyc.bsky.social and the new City Council.

There are some great challenges ahead, I wish you and the new Council the best of luck.

#yyccc

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Annalise Klingbeil @annaliseak.bsky.social · 14d

Whew, what an election night. Fun time on Global's "expert" panel with @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social & Colin Aitchison.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Oct 1

"Each overdose handled at Chumir saves $1,600 compared to treating it in the street or ER. From 2017-2020, the SCS saved Alberta’s health system more than $2.3 million. Closing SCSs doesn’t erase those costs; it shifts them to 911 calls, ER beds and court dockets."
calgaryherald.com/opinion/colu...

Public deaths, public costs: Why Calgary needs decentralized safe consumption

Decentralizing supervised consumption – smaller sites, mobile units, inhalation booths, wraparound care – restores order and saves lives.

calgaryherald.com

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · Sep 25

Commemorate residential school victims, honour survivors & their families & commit to acting on reconciliation on #OrangeShirtDay

Sept 30, 9-10:30am at The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland (750 9 Ave. SE) OR watch live on our website.

Details at calgary.ca/OrgangeShirtDay.

#OrangeShirtDayYYC

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Calgary Herald @calgaryherald.com · Sep 29

Leong: Province should step up response to reckless driving and fatal collisions

We're still awaiting concrete action from the Government of Alberta to help police and cities respond to bad driving and speeding deaths.

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FCM @fcm.ca · Sep 19

Calgary is leading the way on housing, accounting for the country’s highest housing starts per capita last year —but like in many Canadian municipalities, affordability remains a challenge.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Sep 15

Climate denialism comes to Council.

At risk are extreme weather responses, food security programs, emergency management, home retrofits, and protecting our infrastructure and water.
www.courtneywalcott.com/the_climate_...

What’s in a Climate Strategy? The New Climate Denialism Comes to Council

www.courtneywalcott.com

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Sep 6

Calgary recorded 7,157 housing starts in the second quarter of this year; a nearly 56 per cent increase over the same time last year.
globalnews.ca/news/1139527...

Calgary housing development on track for record year as opposition hits campaign trail - Calgary | Globalnews.ca

2025 marks the first time that Calgary has exceeded 10,000 housing starts in the first half of a calendar year with permits issued for 12,152 units so far this year.

globalnews.ca

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LiveWire Calgary @livewirecalgary.bsky.social · Sep 4

After three of four Communities First councillors voted in favour of the climate emergency declaration back in 2021, they're now calling for it to be rescinded and an audit done on spending. #yyc #calgary #yyccc

Councillors want Calgary climate declaration repealed, audit done - LiveWire Calgary

A handful of Calgary city councillors are hoping to repeal the City of Calgary’s climate declaration, and along with it, have an audit done on climate-related spending. Communities First members, all…

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 25

With federal funding, city says it will exceed its goal of 42,000 new housing units by next year calgaryherald.com/news/local-n...

With federal funding, city says it will exceed its goal of 42,000 new housing units by next year

The City of Calgary says it has blown past benchmarks set with the Housing Accelerator Fund

calgaryherald.com

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · Jul 8

You’re encouraged to check your voter registration status through Voterlink before August 1, 2025.

This will ensure your name is on the permanent electors register for Calgary’s 2025 General Election and that you have an efficient voting experience.

Visit voterlink.ab.ca today.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

Alcohol can be a big part of social events.

If you need help or are concerned with someone else's substance use, call Health Link at 811, or Addiction Helpline at 1-866-332-2322. Both are available 24/7. www.albertahealthservices.ca/dsa/Page1602...

Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

Stampede typically results in an increase in calls to
@alphahouseyyc.bsky.social 's H.E.L.P. team (formerly DOAP). Help them out by knowing when to call - and when not to.

Medical distress, someone unresponsive, suspected overdose, physical injury, crime in progress? Call 911.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

🚑 The drug supply remains dangerous. Consider naloxone training and carrying a kit. globalnews.ca/news/1127295...

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

🐄 Resources are available to help you Stampede safely and minimize risk.

🧑‍⚕️ Health Link provides free 24/7 nurse advice & general information. Call 811 or visit myhealth.alberta.ca.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jul 7

Out having a rootin’-tootin’ good time?
Make it fun for everyone.

Remember:
🤠 consent is a must
🐴 be kind 𐚁⊹₊ ⋆
⭐️ watch out for each other
🍺 consume responsibly
👢speak up if you see harassment

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 25

This is the result of work that began in September 2022.
www.courtneywalcott.com/silencing_no...

Silencing Noisy Vehicles

New proposed measures would update our laws and bylaws, review fines and penalties, and explore new enforcement methods, including the use of automated technologies, to reduce Calgarians’ exposure to ...

www.courtneywalcott.com

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 25

The Traffic Safety Team is stepping up enforcement this month to reduce vehicle noise and improve quality of life in neighbourhoods across the city. Drivers operating excessively loud or modified vehicles can expect increased monitoring and fines.
newsroom.calgary.ca/traffic-safe...

Traffic Safety Team cracks down on noisy vehicles this summer

The City of Calgary’s Traffic Safety Team is stepping up enforcement this month to reduce vehicle noise and improve quality of life in neighbourhoods across the city. Drivers operating excessively lou...

newsroom.calgary.ca

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 25

The City’s engagement practices are currently being reviewed. Complete a survey, sign up for the working group, and join in-person events here:
engage.calgary.ca/engagementre...

Engagement Review

Strengthening Transparency: Improving Engagement with Calgarians - Share Your Thoughts on The City's Engagement with Calgarians.

engage.calgary.ca

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 23

Curious about Calgary's urban soundscape?

🔊 Come learn the fundamentals of acoustics and discuss common urban noise concerns!

Today, June 23 at 4:15pm
Room 3-16 B, Calgary Central Library

Hosted by the Alberta Acoustics, Noise & Vibration Society

www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the...

Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 19

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) says up to 4.8 million new homes will need to be built over the next decade to restore affordability levels last seen in 2019, based on projected demand.
www.cbc.ca/news/busines...

4.8M new homes need to be built over next 10 years to restore affordability, CMHC says | CBC News

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) says up to 4.8 million new homes will need to be built over the next decade to restore affordability levels last seen in 2019, based on projected demand.

www.cbc.ca

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · Jun 18

Seeing prominent candidates and parties retreat to policies of exclusionary zoning, discrimination, and economic segregation under the guise of "progress" and "compassion" is painful.

Have some courage, it might just inspire people.

#yyccc

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City of Calgary @calgary.ca · Jun 9

That roaring engine? Not impressing anyone.

Our new Traffic Safety Team is out this month, monitoring and ticketing vehicles that violate noise bylaws.

🚫 Loud exhausts
🎵 Blasting stereos
🏎️ Engine revving

Drive with consideration for others.

Learn more at calgary.ca/trafficsafetyteam.

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Courtney Walcott @cwalcottyyc.bsky.social · May 26

Combatting Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation in Local Government:

A healthy community, let alone a successful democracy, relies on being able to communicate with each other.

www.courtneywalcott.com/combatting_m...

Combatting Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation in Local Government

www.courtneywalcott.com

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