Calgary's Motorcycle Safety Push: Zero Fatalities in 2026

0:00It's April 21st. I'm Corey with The Story, and this is Canada News Today, your AI-powered local news. Calgary kicked off 2026 with its first serious motorcycle crash on Monday. A man in his 40s lost control of his bike, slammed into a tree, and ended up in the hospital with major injuries. Police closed Valley Springs Road, Northwest near Valley Brook Circle, while they sorted it out. Earlier this week, Staff Sergeant Andy Woodward urged riders to ease up as warmer weather, brings more bikes on to the streets. He pointed out gravel everywhere that can send you flying if you're not careful, especially when speeding makes it hard to regain control. Last year saw six fatal motorcycle wrecks here, and cops are pushing hard for zero this year. Folks often think it won't happen to them, but reality hits different with all the clothes calls piling up. Police have already issued over 10,000 speeding tickets in the first 10 weeks of 2026, including 123 IN. Drivers blasting 50 kilometers per hour over the limit. They've handled 10 fatal crashes too, four linked

1:05to speed. Now they're ramping up patrols on Stony Trail, where speeds hit 175 kilometers per hour, despite the 100 limit. It's a longstanding issue, but this year it's top priority to keep everyone safe out there.