Craig Cassar

General Issues Committee -July 9, 2025 YouTube video by City of Hamilton

@craigcassar.bsky.social hear's the concerns about immediate, tangible results and suggests doing "next smallest thing" to help fix the problem, doing it now and repeating.

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Craig Cassar: How To Take a Holistic Approach to City Building Craig Cassar is a first-term city councilor in Hamilton, Ontario. He joins Tiffany to discuss the challenges his city faces and the progress it’s made. They also talk about the importance of synergy b...

New on the Strong Towns (@strongtowns.org) podcast today:

How To Take a Holistic Approach to City Building, With Craig Cassar (@craigcassar.bsky.social) #yhmcc #HamOnt

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One of my favourite albums!

On June 1, 2025, I rode in the 15th annual 'Bike for Mike' in Hamilton, Ontario. It's a powerful celebration to remember Mike, and I very much look forward to this event. This year, I captured video during my ride on the "50km Classic Route".

Another new @guygavrielkay.bsky.social book! I’ve been loving his books since back in high school in the 90s.

Actually, Tom, I requested to Becca that we take that pic together! 😎 Fans of yours everywhere!

@jdavey.bsky.social I’m working on a documentary of the experience. Will likely take several weeks to produce. Lots of video to review!

#HamOnt There have been troubling claims circulating about the safety of Hamilton’s drinking water. I understand how concerning this is — clean, safe water is not just a service, it’s essential to our daily lives.
 
The fact is: Hamilton’s water is safe.

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Underground bicycle parking at Finland’s second busiest train station!❤️🚲

Bike Share usage in Helsinki is next-level. It’s also a winter nation like Canada. One of two bike share hubs outside Olympic Stadium for Helsinki City Marathon! #running #cycling

I nearly caught that 9-year-old (?) at the finish line! 😂

The Helsinki Running Day 5k was an amazing experience! I wasn’t nearly as fast I had planned/hoped. Exploring this fantastic city non-stop over the past 3 days probably cost me some time! 🤣 But well worth it!

Friday afternoon in downtown Helsinki. A park similar to, but larger than, Gore Park in Hamilton. Espa Stage is organised by the Helsinki’s cultural services. Locals & tourists of all ages were here enjoying the music, restaurants, & outdoor market just steps from the stage. The vibe was electric.

I’m in Helsinki Finland ahead of healthy urban policy workshop. Exploring a new city is always so much fun. The bike share program here is incredible! 🚲

Ontario added 134 km of lanes to Highway 401. Its key bottleneck didn’t get better | Globalnews.ca Travel times on Highway 401's bottleneck in Toronto were around 25 minutes in 2016. They worsened to as much as 32 minutes last year and could hit an hour by 2051.

Some #HamOnt cllrs understnd this and how foolish it is to spend $134M widening RHVP/Linc, rather than nearly doubling HSR bus fleet.
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Ontario added 134 km of lanes to hwy 401. Its key bottleneck didn't get better
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The text reads: #HamOnt I’m heartbroken to learn of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of an innocent 21-year-old woman last night. This senseless act of violence is devastating for our entire community. On behalf of my council colleagues and the residents of Hamilton, I extend my deepest condolences to her family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. I want to thank the Hamilton Police Service for their swift action and continued dedication to keeping our city safe. Public safety remains our top priority, and we will continue to work closely with law-enforcement and community partners to prevent violence and protect all Hamiltonians.

#HamOnt I’m heartbroken to learn of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of an innocent 21-year-old woman last night. This senseless act of violence is devastating for our entire community.

Lane 2 Runners had a blast with @dontgetlostar at RAID THE RIB! “When you run with the bulls, you the THORNS!” Our shins are a little bit ripped up from all the raspberry cane! But you can always find some interesting things while orienteering! @tentoenshoeshop

Thank you so much for your civic engagement and ensuring that all of Council understands what a vital role Hamilton Bike Share plays in our City!

There were so many touching stories about how Bike Share has made such a positive impact on the lives of Hamiltonians. We heard from parents, businesses, McMaster students, the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, new residents, long-time residents, young people, & older people who stay healthy by cycling

General Issues Committee has voted unanimously to continue supporting Hamilton Bike Share for ‘26/‘27! Thanks to ALL of the delegates who spoke today & the many more who took time to write letters that were on the agenda. Today’s delegations were the most thoughtful and well-prepared I have seen 1/

It was a pretty good day at the Around the Bay road race! I ran as fast as last year, but on a tougher (hillier) course. Both fitness and mental toughness were up to the challenge! #aroundthebay

Good news, Tom! This year Around the Bay is only 30km, so it’ll be MUCH easier! 😉😜

YouTube video by Justin Trudeau Why Won’t Pierre Poilievre Get His Security Clearance?

WATCH: The gloves are off! It’s been an under-reported scandal for quite a while that Pierre Poilievre refuses to apply for security clearance. It was a scandal EVEN BEFORE the most recent efforts to undermine Canada’s democracy, sovereignty and economy from Trump, Musk and the GOP.

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Ah, yes! I also experienced that this morning! It was glorious! It was also my first February 2025 run in shorts! 😊

Hello Ontario, there's an election on Thursday! We read all the platforms and asked all the parties questions about major environmental questions (how will you help communities adapt to extreme weather? What are your plans for fossil fuels?). Here's what you need to know before you go vote

I’m reading it right now. Fascinating and horrifying at the same time. Very well-written and highly engaging.

I really enjoy your cover, Danny, and I listen to it often!

Comments on this post are incredibly disrespectful, and the insults to your professionalism/patriotism are unwarranted. However, normalizing this topic is dangerous. As the great Bruce Cockburn said, "The trouble with normal is it always gets worse". Don't give credence to attacks on our sovereignty

What a game! “Marner to McDavid” to finish it off! Another Golden moment like Iginla to Crosby 15 years ago!

Alright, Team Canada! This game has significance far beyond a hockey final. Let’s get it done! #4NationsFaceOff