Would a folding bike help? Has anyone used them for multi-modal commutes in Calgary? I have one to take in my car places. It has 20" wheels, but the 16" ones would probably be better for transit.

Those older condos are the ones with the large units and livable layouts though. I'm thinking ones like Rideau Pl. Maybe these will harken back to those? I can't imagine Cadillac Fariview skimping too hard, they are usually a premium real estate developer aren't they?

I think 5th can still work as a two way road, with the cycle track extended from 17th to the river. To be honest I have no idea how the 5th st cycle route at 17th ave was approved though. When traveling south to continue on 5th st you need to: Cross the northbound cycle lane ride your bike...

The city has a project in the engagement phase for something very similar to the bike/pedestrian path being proposed in this thread. Make sure to have your ideas heard in phases 2 and 3 of the engagement process. https://engage.calgary.ca/pathwaybikeway/sw-neighbourhood-bikeway