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A multimodal McGill student

[Nora Loreto @NoLore]

From face coverings on buses are banned to face coverings on buses are mandatory in a quick two years.

[Sarah Gelbard, PhD @sbg_arch]

Anti-Black racism in planning & urbanism: a thread of readings

With gratitude to the following authors, contributors, activists & organizers who shared their work these past few months, who struggled to have their work seen prior to this moment, who continue to fight and care

[d*ni d @dani2016_]

I created "The Planner's Beginner Guide to the #BlackLivesMatter Movement" to urge my fellow planners to take action against racism: https://t.co/zcz8gpApF6

Also in @METRANS_CENTER student news.

This is a live document so feedback is appreciated, as always.

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[Steve Faguy @fagstein]

@titocurtis: “Good afternoon. No, morning. No, it’s afternoon. My brain.”

Simultaneous translator: “Bonjour."

[Le Sud-Ouest @SO_MTL]

#COVID19 Un corridor sanitaire a été implanté sur la rue Notre-Dame afin de faciliter l'accès à plusieurs commerces essentiels tout en respectant la distanciation physique. Profitez-en pour encourager vos commerçants locaux!

[Vélo Québec @VeloQuebec]

Nouvelle-Zélande : le gouvernement investit dans la création de trottoirs et pistes cyclables temporaires, pour faciliter la distanciation sociale.

https://t.co/hAVcvOLDX7

[Dutch Cycling Embassy @Cycling_Embassy]

The CROW 'Design Manual for Bicycle Traffic' is widely regarded by experts as the best bikeway engineering guide in the world.

In the coming weeks, the Urban Cycling Institute will offer a series of free webinars, each focused on one chapter of the book.

https://t.co/JnvDvwrhS3

[Mayor Andy Fillmore @AndyFillmoreHFX]

I’m excited to announce that the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities @cathmckenna has tasked me with leading the development of a national active transportation strategy. This is great news for the health, vibrancy, and sustainability of Canadian communities.

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@emmawing13 I really enjoy the idea of converting old highways into streams! However, it appears that the reasoning behind this project was for political gain rather than the wellbeing of Seoul's citizens. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@VanEvelene I find it quite interesting how these huge car companies (like BMW and Peugeot) are embracing micro-mobility and adapting the what the consumer wants, even if it might not be directly related to cars. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@VanEvelene This is a great initiative! I think it's great that Montreal is finally implementing Vision Zero! However, the comments on the CBC article are quite disheartening... #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@erinmea35798403 Because the STM does not take into consideration income when planning their bus service, they miss a critical aspect. This is (sadly) a great example of Rawls' 'veil of ignorance'. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@yl_dai_ (2) For instance, instead of the city relying on an American tourist understanding a French sign saying "Demi-tour Interdit", they should create a safer road for cyclists by creating a protected bike lane and a barrier for cars discouraging U-turns #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@yl_dai_ (1) While I agree with you, I don't think the city took the right approach after the death of Clément Ouimet. Because he was killed by an American tourist making an illegal U-turn, the city should address making U-turn harder to do. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@lmwgeog315 I think that in situations like this, it is critical that the city, the province and these micro-mobility companies work together to create proper and safe legislation before these scooter-sharing services are brought into the city. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@Dunkisto I enjoyed that this article goes into great detail about the Rueda's plan, connecting it to other cities around the world. This global viewpoint really puts the notion of redesigning cities for people and no longer cars into perspective, highlighting the different strategies.

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

@EnnuiTraffic @elevatedrail I completely agree with @EnnuiTraffic! In addition, it's interesting to note that the cyclists interviewed are concerned with overall safety while the drivers seem much more concerned with how much space the cyclists take up on the road. #TransportGeogMcGill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

Fascinating article on whether or not congestion pricing would work currently in Montreal. According to the mayor, we're not there yet. https://t.co/nhcVjRAirp #transportgeogmcgill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

The taxi protest today in Montreal is a great example of showing the amount of space cars take up in our city streets. While this was not one of the goals of the protest, it's a dramatic site to see. https://t.co/4sw5biwMsf #transportgeogmcgill

[bringbacktrams @bringbacktrams]

Montreal will now begin to implement Vision Zero! #TransportGeogMcGill

[Valérie Plante @Val_Plante]

Je suis fière de dévoiler le Plan d’action #VisionZéro décès et blessé grave, en compagnie de plus de 30 partenaires de la @MTL_Ville réunis pour offrir aux Montréalais.e.s un système routier + sécuritaire, + équitable et + durable (1/3) https://t.co/QGRrlAEs2N #polmtl