Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
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Calgary City Council
Ward 8 Councillor
Future Focused | Independent
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Ward 8 Councillor
Future Focused | Independent
Let’s build a better Calgary, together!
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Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Jan. 8, 10:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
January 8, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Jan. 8, 10:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Ask our Water Expert: How long do we need to conserve water?
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
January 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Ask our Water Expert: How long do we need to conserve water?
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
January 7, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
This work isn’t sexy and doesn't win elections, but we can’t afford to ignore this issue. To build a city we are all proud of, we need solid foundations.
I will hold administration accountable and prioritize work that must be done. Calgarians’ lives cannot be disrupted time and time again.
I will hold administration accountable and prioritize work that must be done. Calgarians’ lives cannot be disrupted time and time again.
January 7, 2026 at 8:01 PM
This work isn’t sexy and doesn't win elections, but we can’t afford to ignore this issue. To build a city we are all proud of, we need solid foundations.
I will hold administration accountable and prioritize work that must be done. Calgarians’ lives cannot be disrupted time and time again.
I will hold administration accountable and prioritize work that must be done. Calgarians’ lives cannot be disrupted time and time again.
The independent review of the Bearspaw South Feedermain is public.
What this report has highlighted is the massive infrastructure deficit in Calgary. My priority is to ensure that we fix and maintain the infrastructure in Ward 8 and throughout the city #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
What this report has highlighted is the massive infrastructure deficit in Calgary. My priority is to ensure that we fix and maintain the infrastructure in Ward 8 and throughout the city #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Bearspaw Feeder Main Independent review
www.calgary.ca
January 7, 2026 at 8:01 PM
The independent review of the Bearspaw South Feedermain is public.
What this report has highlighted is the massive infrastructure deficit in Calgary. My priority is to ensure that we fix and maintain the infrastructure in Ward 8 and throughout the city #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
What this report has highlighted is the massive infrastructure deficit in Calgary. My priority is to ensure that we fix and maintain the infrastructure in Ward 8 and throughout the city #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
WATER USE STILL UNSUSTAINABLE
We must conserve water now to complete this critical stage of repairs and protect:
💧Public health and safety
💧Emergency services
💧Businesses
💧Essential services
The more water we save, the faster we can finish repairs and start next steps 1/ #yyc #yyccc
We must conserve water now to complete this critical stage of repairs and protect:
💧Public health and safety
💧Emergency services
💧Businesses
💧Essential services
The more water we save, the faster we can finish repairs and start next steps 1/ #yyc #yyccc
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Site Update. Jan. 6, 6:00 p.m.
via @calgary.ca
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
🏗️ Crews conducted manual inspection of the feeder main
via @calgary.ca
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
🏗️ Crews conducted manual inspection of the feeder main
January 7, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Site Update. Jan. 6, 6:00 p.m.
via @calgary.ca
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
🏗️ Crews conducted manual inspection of the feeder main
via @calgary.ca
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
🏗️ Crews conducted manual inspection of the feeder main
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Update #22 9:09 AM Jan 6 2026
On Monday, January 5 Calgarians used 514 million litres (ML) of water, well above the safe zone of 485 ML. We continue to urge residents to conserve water while crews work tirelessly repairing the water main break.
On Monday, January 5 Calgarians used 514 million litres (ML) of water, well above the safe zone of 485 ML. We continue to urge residents to conserve water while crews work tirelessly repairing the water main break.
January 6, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Update #22 9:09 AM Jan 6 2026
On Monday, January 5 Calgarians used 514 million litres (ML) of water, well above the safe zone of 485 ML. We continue to urge residents to conserve water while crews work tirelessly repairing the water main break.
On Monday, January 5 Calgarians used 514 million litres (ML) of water, well above the safe zone of 485 ML. We continue to urge residents to conserve water while crews work tirelessly repairing the water main break.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Jan. 6, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
January 6, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Jan. 6, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Ask our Water Expert: How to save 30L of water a day?
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
January 6, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Ask our Water Expert: How to save 30L of water a day?
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
And again, please visit this page to see up to date water usage, water saving tips, and progress with repairs:
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Bearspaw water main break
www.calgary.ca
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
And again, please visit this page to see up to date water usage, water saving tips, and progress with repairs:
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
WATER USE STILL UNSUSTAINABLE
We must conserve water now to complete this critical stage of repairs and protect:
💧Public health and safety
💧Emergency services
💧Businesses
💧Essential services
The more water we save, the faster we can finish repairs and start next steps 1/ #yyc #yyccc
We must conserve water now to complete this critical stage of repairs and protect:
💧Public health and safety
💧Emergency services
💧Businesses
💧Essential services
The more water we save, the faster we can finish repairs and start next steps 1/ #yyc #yyccc
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
WATER USAGE - UNSUSTAINABLE
Calgary saw another day of water usage in the red zone. We must reduce our water consumption so emergency response services aren't compromised.
This impacts all of us, across every ward. Let's put our community spirit to work and get back to green 1/ #yyc #yyccc
Calgary saw another day of water usage in the red zone. We must reduce our water consumption so emergency response services aren't compromised.
This impacts all of us, across every ward. Let's put our community spirit to work and get back to green 1/ #yyc #yyccc
January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Update #21 7am Jan 6
Calgary we're still in the water red zone. We need your URGENT help to buy a little more time for the repair. Please do everything you can to conserve. The City has asked employees who can to work from home. Employers, please do the same to help reduce strain on our system.
Calgary we're still in the water red zone. We need your URGENT help to buy a little more time for the repair. Please do everything you can to conserve. The City has asked employees who can to work from home. Employers, please do the same to help reduce strain on our system.
January 6, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Update #21 7am Jan 6
Calgary we're still in the water red zone. We need your URGENT help to buy a little more time for the repair. Please do everything you can to conserve. The City has asked employees who can to work from home. Employers, please do the same to help reduce strain on our system.
Calgary we're still in the water red zone. We need your URGENT help to buy a little more time for the repair. Please do everything you can to conserve. The City has asked employees who can to work from home. Employers, please do the same to help reduce strain on our system.
More info below.
Water saving tips: www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Daily water usage dashboard: app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrI...
Water saving tips: www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Daily water usage dashboard: app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrI...
Saving water indoors
www.calgary.ca
January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
More info below.
Water saving tips: www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Daily water usage dashboard: app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrI...
Water saving tips: www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Daily water usage dashboard: app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrI...
WATER USAGE - UNSUSTAINABLE
Calgary saw another day of water usage in the red zone. We must reduce our water consumption so emergency response services aren't compromised.
This impacts all of us, across every ward. Let's put our community spirit to work and get back to green 1/ #yyc #yyccc
Calgary saw another day of water usage in the red zone. We must reduce our water consumption so emergency response services aren't compromised.
This impacts all of us, across every ward. Let's put our community spirit to work and get back to green 1/ #yyc #yyccc
January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
If we do not reduce usage immediately, we risk running out of water for essential services. Action required to save water now:
🚿 Limit showers to 3 minutes
🚽 Flush only when necessary
🍽️ Run dishwashers and laundry only when full
🚿 Limit showers to 3 minutes
🚽 Flush only when necessary
🍽️ Run dishwashers and laundry only when full
January 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
If we do not reduce usage immediately, we risk running out of water for essential services. Action required to save water now:
🚿 Limit showers to 3 minutes
🚽 Flush only when necessary
🍽️ Run dishwashers and laundry only when full
🚿 Limit showers to 3 minutes
🚽 Flush only when necessary
🍽️ Run dishwashers and laundry only when full
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
As many people return to work & school today, we know that demand will spike further. Hold off on catching up on post-holiday laundry. Wash what is essential & make sure to do full loads only. Ensure your family is taking short showers and flushing only when necessary.
January 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
As many people return to work & school today, we know that demand will spike further. Hold off on catching up on post-holiday laundry. Wash what is essential & make sure to do full loads only. Ensure your family is taking short showers and flushing only when necessary.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Jan. 5, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
January 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Jan. 5, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Update #18 6am Jan 5
Overnight, our water use slipped further into the redzone. Without changes, we'll enter loss-of-life territory, where firefighting and emergency response may be compromised. This is serious. Reducing use now protects lives and keeps essential services running. Please conserve.
Overnight, our water use slipped further into the redzone. Without changes, we'll enter loss-of-life territory, where firefighting and emergency response may be compromised. This is serious. Reducing use now protects lives and keeps essential services running. Please conserve.
January 5, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Update #18 6am Jan 5
Overnight, our water use slipped further into the redzone. Without changes, we'll enter loss-of-life territory, where firefighting and emergency response may be compromised. This is serious. Reducing use now protects lives and keeps essential services running. Please conserve.
Overnight, our water use slipped further into the redzone. Without changes, we'll enter loss-of-life territory, where firefighting and emergency response may be compromised. This is serious. Reducing use now protects lives and keeps essential services running. Please conserve.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Effective immediately, the Boil Water Advisory for Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay and West Hillhurst has been lifted. Testing has confirmed the water is safe to drink.
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
January 5, 2026 at 1:08 AM
Effective immediately, the Boil Water Advisory for Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay and West Hillhurst has been lifted. Testing has confirmed the water is safe to drink.
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Jan. 4, 8:30 a.m. Update
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
January 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Jan. 4, 8:30 a.m. Update
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
We've made an inquiry about this to ensure our answer is accurate. Will provide an answer once received.
January 4, 2026 at 5:16 PM
We've made an inquiry about this to ensure our answer is accurate. Will provide an answer once received.
Reposted by Nathaniel Schmidt Ward 8 City Councillor
Calgarians - you're doing your part to limit water use after Stage 4 restrictions and we're seeing the results, but we still need your help to get us through this.
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
January 4, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Calgarians - you're doing your part to limit water use after Stage 4 restrictions and we're seeing the results, but we still need your help to get us through this.
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
Calgarians - you're doing your part to limit water use after Stage 4 restrictions and we're seeing the results, but we still need your help to get us through this.
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
January 4, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Calgarians - you're doing your part to limit water use after Stage 4 restrictions and we're seeing the results, but we still need your help to get us through this.
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...
See the graphics and link below to learn about all the ways to conserve water #yyc #yyccc
www.calgary.ca/emergencies/...