Canek Aguirre
Alexandria City Councilman. Community Advocate. Progressive Leader. Coalition Builder. 🌐 canekforcouncil.com
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- This morning I joined the House Public Safety Subcommitte #3 online to speak in favor of HB650 and HB1438 to help protect vulnerable spaces from chaotic federal immigration tactics and ending 287(g) agreements. #VALeg
- Wrapping up another busy day of meetings with members of the General Assembly and Governor Spanberger's Administration for Virginia Municipal League Lobby Day. It was also great to hear from Senator @markwarner.bsky.social. #VML #LobbyDay
- On Transit Equity Day we honor Rosa Parks' legacy on her birthday and are reminded of the importance of accessible and equitable public transportation for all. I was excited to check out @dashbusva.bsky.social Transit Equity Day/Black History Month themed bus. #TransitEquityDay #AlexandriaVA
- I was fortunate to be in Richmond yesterday to welcome the Buddhist monks on Day 100 of their 2,300-mile Walk for Peace.
- Yesterday I was back in Richmond for Virginia Transit Association's Transit + Rail Advocacy Day! Every year I travel down w/@novatransit.bsky.social to make the case for transit & rail funding which supports affordability, connectivity, & economic development across the Commonwealth. #VTAAdvocacyDay
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- Last week I spent the day back in Richmond meeting with members of the General Assembly and Governor Spanberger's Administration alongside my Council colleagues to advocate for Alexandria's legislative priorities. #AlexandriaVA #LobbyDay
- Great to be with all the student artists and their families at the 36th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Poster Exhibition Awards Ceremony! The exhibition features artwork from 134 ACPS students who brought to life this year's theme "Dreaming Together: Learning from the Past, Shaping the Future."
- As we mark the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, we celebrate the contributions, achievements, and resilience of Black Americans throughout our nation's history. This month and all year long we recognize Black history is American history. #BlackHistoryMonth #AlexandriaVA
- Today we remember the 67 lives lost in the tragic DCA midair collision a year ago. My heart continues to go out to their loved ones and all the first responders who were part of rescue and recovery efforts.
- Reposted by Canek AguirreFor the first time in years, we have made the difficult decision to cancel all service for Monday, January 26 due to extreme icy conditions. With safety as our top priority, we determined that operating service would put our riders, staff, and community at unnecessary risk. @nbcwashington.com
- Masked federal agents murdered Alex Pretti in Minneapolis today. Our rights and freedoms are under attack by this lawless administration as communities are being terrorized. This is what authoritarianism looks like and it must be stopped.
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- First Public Hearing of 2026 is underway #AlexandriaVA #LocalGov
- Congratulations to Movement in Science on your new location! I was happy to join yesterday's celebration. #AlexandriaVA #WestEnd
- ❄ The first winter storm of the year is expected to bring heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain beginning Saturday evening through Monday, January 26. I encourage you to plan ahead & avoid travel if possible. Read my latest newsletter for tips & resources: mailchi.mp/0eb35c4772e0... #AlexandriaVA
- First @natcapregiontpb.bsky.social meeting of 2026 is in the books. We adopted a resolution in support of the DMVMoves plan and discussed the newly released 2025 State of the Commute survey results. Residents mostly commute via car followed by transit ➡️ mwcog.org/commutedata
- Always great to be back at GW Middle School even more so when I get to connect with our youth and share how being bilingual has shaped my journey. Thank you to the staff who organized the Bilingual Professionals Fair! #Bilingual #ACPS #AlexandriaVA
- There‘s still time to vote in the House District 5 firehouse primary! I hope you'll consider joining me in voting for my friend Eileen Cassidy Rivera for Delegate before polls close at 7PM! 📍 Beatley Library (5005 Duke Street) 📍 Charles Houston Recreation Center (901 Wythe Street)
- "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." —Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLKDay
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- It's gonna take some getting used to. We're having our first Council meeting of 2026 in our new temporary "chambers" at the Del Pepper Center.
- Just cast my vote at Beatley Library! Make sure you vote in the Senate District 39 firehouse primary before polls close at 7PM! 🔗 alexdems.org #AlexandriaVA #SD39
- Great to see so many engaged voters at tonight's #SD39 firehouse primary candidate forum! Thanks to the organizers and volunteers for putting it together! Make a plan to vote tomorrow! Polls will be open from 8:30AM to 7PM! More info at alexdems.org
- 📣 TONIGHT: SD39 Firehouse Primary Candidate Forum at Charles Houston Rec Center (901 Wythe St) at 7PM. 💻 Can't make it in person? Watch the livestream on Network NOVA's Substack: substack.com/@networknova...
- 🗳️Vote Tuesday, January 13 in the SD39 firehouse primary! If you live in SD39, research all 4️⃣ candidates and make a plan to vote. Polls will be open from 8:30AM to 7PM. 📍Beatley Library 📍Charles Houston Rec Center 📍Aurora Hills Library 📍John Calvin Presbyterian Church Details: www.alexdems.org
- After the murder of Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an ICE agent, I joined over 200 local elected officials from across the country in denouncing this heinous act. We call for accountability, justice, and an end to the fear tactics and intimidation. Statement➡️https://bit.ly/4sHGlqj
- Congratulations to all the newly installed Officers of the Departmental Progressive Club!
- Great to welcome Wonder to Potomac Yard! #AlexandriaVA
- Adam Ebbin has been a champion for Alexandria and his leadership will be sorely missed. Congratulations Senator Ebbin on your appointment to the Spanberger Administration and thank you for your dedicated service to our community and the Commonwealth. Wishing you great success in your next role!
- 2025 was a year of progress, tests, challenges, and hope.We came together to support our neighbors in need and made progress on ensuring all Alexandrians can thrive. Read my latest newsletter for a few highlights of the past year: mailchi.mp/6d03d7329cc3...
- Happy 3 Year Anniversary to Thompson Italian! I greatly enjoyed the anniversary dinner experience. 🍝🍷 #AlexandriaVA #OldTown
- 🎆 Happy New Year!
- At the polls greeting voters for my friend Carla Bustillos whose experience & record of leadership in Fairfax County and across the Commonwealth is needed in Richmond! As Delegate, Carla will fight for policies & solutions to make life better for Northern Virginia families. #CarlaForVirginia #HD17
- Knocking doors for my friend Carla Bustillos! Vote in-person or online for Carla this Sunday, December 28 in the firehouse primary if you live in Virginia's House of Delegates District 17! ✅ Volunteer: carlabustillos.com/volunteer ✅ Donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/cb4va #CarlaForVirginia
- I’m excited to support my friend Carla Bustillos who is running to succeed Delegate Mark Sickles in HD17. Carla is a Fairfax County small business owner & community leader who is deeply invested in the issues that matter to Northern Virginia families. Learn more about Carla: www.carlabustillos.com
- Grabbed brunch at Taqueria Picoso #AlexandriaVA #WestEnd
- 🎅🏽🎄 Feeling the holiday spirit at ARHA's Annual Santa's Winter Wonderland! #AlexandriaVA #Community
- Many thanks to outgoing ADC Chair Sandy Marks for your leadership!
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- 'Tis the season! Enjoyed seeing all the smiling faces at the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade!
- Today I was glad to have a chance to deliver turkey dinners for ALIVE! and help Alexandria families have a happy Thanksgiving. I am thankful to live in a community where neighbors are always ready to step up and help out neighbors in need. #AlexandriaVA #Thanksgiving
- Enjoyed discussing policy and sharing insights with other local officials from across the country at this year's National League of Cities #CitySummit25! Thank you to Salt Lake City for the hospitality and to UTA for getting me around town!
- Have you been impacted by the federal workforce reductions? "Translate Your Resume, Transform Your Story" is this Saturday, November 22 at the Del Pepper Center. ✅Free food ✅Free professional headshots ✅Free childcare (ages 5 - 12) Space is limited. Register to attend: wearewellfed.com/recipe
- We gathered to celebrate Alexandria Living Legend Lawrence "Robbie" Robinson's retirement from the City's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Planning Committee after five decades of impactful service. Thank you Robbie for ensuring generations of Alexandrians know about Dr. King's life and legacy!
- This week we broke ground on projects at Alexandria Union Station. The Commonwealth has made a generational investment in rail and Alexandria is an integral part of improving rail service through the corridor. These projects will improve efficiency, accessibility, and expand capacity.
- Happy One Year Anniversary La Tingeria Alexandria!🎉 I'll work on my tostada eating skills to be ready for next year's contest. #AlexandriaVA #WestEnd
- Enjoyed another great production by Momentum Collective at the Lee Center last night. Hats off to the cast and crew for a wonderful performance of Annie Jr. I'm always in awe of the talent of our youth! #AlexandriaVA #Youth
- I am honored to have been selected by Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger to serve on her transition team. I'm ready to get to work with leaders from across the Commonwealth to help lower costs for Virginia families, expand opportunity, strengthen our economy, and keep Virginia moving forward.
- The Samuel Madden Redevelopment is going to be a transformational housing site once completed. Building quality housing opportunities is not easy, thank you to all those involved in making this groundbreaking possible! #AlexandriaVA #Housing
- Come support your ACHS Titan Crew Team at their annual Chili Cook-Off this Saturday, November 15 from 1-4pm! 🎟 Get your tickets: TitanRowing.org
- Thank you to all of our veterans and their families for your service to our country. Last week I was honored to join in celebrating City staff and Adult Day Services Center participants who have served our nation in uniform. #AlexandriaVA #VeteransDay
- This week I was glad to join in celebrating City staff for their service to Alexandria. On Wednesday, we recognized over 300 public servants who reached career milestones ranging from five to 40 years of service. Congrats and thank you for the difference you make in our community! #AlexandriaVA
