Nathaniel Schmidt for Ward 8
@natefor8.bsky.social
Calgary City Council
Ward 8 Councillor
Future Focused | Independent
Let’s build a better Calgary, together!
Ward 8 Councillor
Future Focused | Independent
Let’s build a better Calgary, together!
Yesterday was the big day - I was sworn in as Ward 8 City Councillor along with my Councillor colleagues and Mayor Farkas.
This is a huge opportunity and responsibility to serve Ward 8 and all Calgarians - a position I received because of you, which I will remember every day.
Onwards!
#yyccc #yyc
This is a huge opportunity and responsibility to serve Ward 8 and all Calgarians - a position I received because of you, which I will remember every day.
Onwards!
#yyccc #yyc
October 30, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt for Ward 8
“You can now BBM Calgary Transit for arrival times.”
I was pursuing a Myspace-focused strategy but this seems much better.
Just kidding though. I bet we can do something to make this happen!
Just kidding though. I bet we can do something to make this happen!
October 26, 2025 at 4:35 PM
“You can now BBM Calgary Transit for arrival times.”
All gas, no brakes!
Though the election dust is still settling, we are off. Finished my orientation today at City Hall. More excited than ever to do this.
I'm determined to bring a positive voice to council and focus on solutions to improve the lives of all Calgarians 1/ #yyc
Though the election dust is still settling, we are off. Finished my orientation today at City Hall. More excited than ever to do this.
I'm determined to bring a positive voice to council and focus on solutions to improve the lives of all Calgarians 1/ #yyc
October 25, 2025 at 2:55 AM
All gas, no brakes!
Though the election dust is still settling, we are off. Finished my orientation today at City Hall. More excited than ever to do this.
I'm determined to bring a positive voice to council and focus on solutions to improve the lives of all Calgarians 1/ #yyc
Though the election dust is still settling, we are off. Finished my orientation today at City Hall. More excited than ever to do this.
I'm determined to bring a positive voice to council and focus on solutions to improve the lives of all Calgarians 1/ #yyc
Here we go! Finally have my head on straight after a whirlwind of a week:
Thank you Ward 8! It’s an honour to be elected as your next City Councillor.
It’s overwhelming to see your response to our positive, future-focused vision and I’m excited to bring this to council 1/
#yyc #natefor8 #ward8
Thank you Ward 8! It’s an honour to be elected as your next City Councillor.
It’s overwhelming to see your response to our positive, future-focused vision and I’m excited to bring this to council 1/
#yyc #natefor8 #ward8
October 24, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Hey Ward 8 - let's paint the town Nate (for 8).
Get your civic duty done today and let's hope the results are favourable and the Jays are victorious.
Oh and also that we have Nate in Ward 8.
Get your civic duty done today and let's hope the results are favourable and the Jays are victorious.
Oh and also that we have Nate in Ward 8.
October 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Hey Ward 8 - let's paint the town Nate (for 8).
Get your civic duty done today and let's hope the results are favourable and the Jays are victorious.
Oh and also that we have Nate in Ward 8.
Get your civic duty done today and let's hope the results are favourable and the Jays are victorious.
Oh and also that we have Nate in Ward 8.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt for Ward 8
Last day, second to last knock. We have the momentum and the will to win. We did politics differently, presented ideas, and stayed positive, because we believe in our future and you do too.
So, get your writing hand warmed up and VOTE VOTE VOTE tomorrow.
#yyc #calgary #yyccc #natefor8 #ward8
So, get your writing hand warmed up and VOTE VOTE VOTE tomorrow.
#yyc #calgary #yyccc #natefor8 #ward8
October 19, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Municipal Christmas (voting day) is only 2 sleeps away.
On election day, you vote at your designated polling station based on address.
Don’t let your Municipal Christmas gift (democracy) go to waste. Vote at the right place!
Our gift is this handy map to show you where to vote 1/
#yycvote #yyc
On election day, you vote at your designated polling station based on address.
Don’t let your Municipal Christmas gift (democracy) go to waste. Vote at the right place!
Our gift is this handy map to show you where to vote 1/
#yycvote #yyc
October 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt for Ward 8
Throughout this campaign, I’ve had the pleasure of working with awesome volunteers.
Rain, snow, sun and wind, they’ve knocked doors and together we've met so many people across Ward 8 who care about Calgary.
To everyone who has helped us over the last 7 months, thank you!
#yyc #yyccc
Rain, snow, sun and wind, they’ve knocked doors and together we've met so many people across Ward 8 who care about Calgary.
To everyone who has helped us over the last 7 months, thank you!
#yyc #yyccc
October 17, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Ward 8 - Monday is a big day for the future of Calgary.
I believe our future is bright and think you do too.
Last weekend was cold with turkey on the table, but we had a full crew spreading the word.
We all want a positive vision for Calgary - which is why YOU NEED TO VOTE 1/
#calgary #yyccc
I believe our future is bright and think you do too.
Last weekend was cold with turkey on the table, but we had a full crew spreading the word.
We all want a positive vision for Calgary - which is why YOU NEED TO VOTE 1/
#calgary #yyccc
October 16, 2025 at 2:24 AM
This municipal election is important - the next four years will shape issues like housing, affordability, transit, public safety, and even our local democracy.
That's why I'm running as an independent candidate with a vision to move us forwards, not backwards, and it's why you must vote 1/ #yyc
That's why I'm running as an independent candidate with a vision to move us forwards, not backwards, and it's why you must vote 1/ #yyc
October 14, 2025 at 3:19 PM
This municipal election is important - the next four years will shape issues like housing, affordability, transit, public safety, and even our local democracy.
That's why I'm running as an independent candidate with a vision to move us forwards, not backwards, and it's why you must vote 1/ #yyc
That's why I'm running as an independent candidate with a vision to move us forwards, not backwards, and it's why you must vote 1/ #yyc
This is my wife Katrina.
I haven't mentioned her much - she's not a huge fan of the limelight.
But she is a quiet force of nature.
She keeps me honest, asks tough questions, and is an advocate herself for women, nature, and our neighbourhood.
Let's show Katrina some love!
#yyc #calgary
I haven't mentioned her much - she's not a huge fan of the limelight.
But she is a quiet force of nature.
She keeps me honest, asks tough questions, and is an advocate herself for women, nature, and our neighbourhood.
Let's show Katrina some love!
#yyc #calgary
October 11, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Finding common ground in politics is hard.
That's why I'm grateful for Dave Cree's Ward 8 endorsement.
We want to move Calgary forward by lifting people up - regardless of identity, income, or background.
Now is our chance to tell the province we value independent municipal leaders.
#abpoli #yyc
That's why I'm grateful for Dave Cree's Ward 8 endorsement.
We want to move Calgary forward by lifting people up - regardless of identity, income, or background.
Now is our chance to tell the province we value independent municipal leaders.
#abpoli #yyc
October 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Running for Council is important. But it is chaos. This moment reminds me why I’m doing this: for my daughter and for everyone trying to make ends meet.
People are struggling - affordability, school strikes, you name it.
We need strong, independent leaders to fight for our Ward and City 1/
People are struggling - affordability, school strikes, you name it.
We need strong, independent leaders to fight for our Ward and City 1/
October 9, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Running for Council is important. But it is chaos. This moment reminds me why I’m doing this: for my daughter and for everyone trying to make ends meet.
People are struggling - affordability, school strikes, you name it.
We need strong, independent leaders to fight for our Ward and City 1/
People are struggling - affordability, school strikes, you name it.
We need strong, independent leaders to fight for our Ward and City 1/
All Calgarians deserve to live with safety and dignity, free to love who they love and identify as their true selves.
As your next Ward 8 City Councillor, I pledge to always be a beacon of support for all communities, especially those Calgarians who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
#calgary #yyc #yyccc
As your next Ward 8 City Councillor, I pledge to always be a beacon of support for all communities, especially those Calgarians who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
#calgary #yyc #yyccc
October 9, 2025 at 5:47 PM
You can't win elections alone, and I've been lucky to have volunteers at the doors who are passionate, fun, and cool.
What more could you ask for?
Still 11 days until e-day. No time like the present to smash that link and join team Nate for 8!
www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5...
#yyc #yyccc
What more could you ask for?
Still 11 days until e-day. No time like the present to smash that link and join team Nate for 8!
www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5...
#yyc #yyccc
October 9, 2025 at 2:37 PM
You can't win elections alone, and I've been lucky to have volunteers at the doors who are passionate, fun, and cool.
What more could you ask for?
Still 11 days until e-day. No time like the present to smash that link and join team Nate for 8!
www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5...
#yyc #yyccc
What more could you ask for?
Still 11 days until e-day. No time like the present to smash that link and join team Nate for 8!
www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5...
#yyc #yyccc
Campaigning is all about listening and after more than 6 months, I've learned the people of Ward 8 than I ever thought possible.
I also got to see some cool landmarks.
Ward 8 has built a community we value.
I value it too, which is why I want to be your next Ward 8 Councillor.
#calgary #yyc
I also got to see some cool landmarks.
Ward 8 has built a community we value.
I value it too, which is why I want to be your next Ward 8 Councillor.
#calgary #yyc
October 9, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Grateful to receive the endorsement of two-term Ward 8 Councillor Evan Woolley.
He was a strong voice for Ward 8 and brought positive change to our City.
So if you want a Ward 8 councillor who will speak up for Ward 8 and fight FOR change and not AGAINST everything, vote Nate for 8!
#yyc #yyccc
He was a strong voice for Ward 8 and brought positive change to our City.
So if you want a Ward 8 councillor who will speak up for Ward 8 and fight FOR change and not AGAINST everything, vote Nate for 8!
#yyc #yyccc
October 7, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Hey Ward 8! Voting starts next week with advance polls on October 6-11 and the big day on October 20.
If you want to look forward to the future and not backwards, then there's one clear choice.
Nate for 8.
Don't wait. Mark that ballot and help spread the word.
#yyccc #yyc #localpoliticsmatter
If you want to look forward to the future and not backwards, then there's one clear choice.
Nate for 8.
Don't wait. Mark that ballot and help spread the word.
#yyccc #yyc #localpoliticsmatter
October 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Hey Ward 8! Voting starts next week with advance polls on October 6-11 and the big day on October 20.
If you want to look forward to the future and not backwards, then there's one clear choice.
Nate for 8.
Don't wait. Mark that ballot and help spread the word.
#yyccc #yyc #localpoliticsmatter
If you want to look forward to the future and not backwards, then there's one clear choice.
Nate for 8.
Don't wait. Mark that ballot and help spread the word.
#yyccc #yyc #localpoliticsmatter
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt for Ward 8
As a rule of thumb, boring government is a sign of high success and should be a goal for voters. No news, no grandstanding, really is good news.
Outsource the boring hard work to competent elected representatives so that the rest of us can get on with doing the things in life we like doing! 😁
Outsource the boring hard work to competent elected representatives so that the rest of us can get on with doing the things in life we like doing! 😁
October 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
As a rule of thumb, boring government is a sign of high success and should be a goal for voters. No news, no grandstanding, really is good news.
Outsource the boring hard work to competent elected representatives so that the rest of us can get on with doing the things in life we like doing! 😁
Outsource the boring hard work to competent elected representatives so that the rest of us can get on with doing the things in life we like doing! 😁