🇨🇦 DRoberts 🇨🇦
@drobertsderlc.bsky.social
Husband, father, grandfather, dog owner and tax lawyer, with interests in sustainability, design, technology, urban planning, music & classic cars.
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@drobertsderlc.bsky.social
· Dec 22
Curious — with the advancements that are now occurring, and will continue to occur, in areas such as AI, robotics, etc.,what jobs/careers, if any, do you think will need, or still need, to be done primarily by humans 30 - 50 years from now? Or will we be living in a “Wall-E” type environment?
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Conservatives spent over a decade feeding the insatiable appetite in Alberta for anger and alienation towards Ottawa.
Now, like Jason Kenney, they need to step up and slay the beast they helped create before it does even more damage. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/11/o...
Now, like Jason Kenney, they need to step up and slay the beast they helped create before it does even more damage. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/11/o...
Conservatives built the Alberta separatist movement. Now they have to break it
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney spent years whipping voters into a frenzy against Ottawa. Now, at least, he's doing something to put out the fire he helped start. Will any of his Conservative coll...
www.nationalobserver.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Conservatives spent over a decade feeding the insatiable appetite in Alberta for anger and alienation towards Ottawa.
Now, like Jason Kenney, they need to step up and slay the beast they helped create before it does even more damage. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/11/o...
Now, like Jason Kenney, they need to step up and slay the beast they helped create before it does even more damage. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/11/o...
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Alberta tracked miscarriages, stillbirths, and infant deaths from measles—but heavily censored the records. Why hide preventable tragedy from the clinicians and families who needed to know? https://thewalrus.ca/alberta-knew-measles-was-harming-pregnant-patients/
February 10, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Alberta tracked miscarriages, stillbirths, and infant deaths from measles—but heavily censored the records. Why hide preventable tragedy from the clinicians and families who needed to know? https://thewalrus.ca/alberta-knew-measles-was-harming-pregnant-patients/
Interesting analysis by Economist Trevor Tombe.
February 7, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Interesting analysis by Economist Trevor Tombe.
Very concerning.
“the government of Alberta has done what appears to be a politicization of the whole process and basically hijacked the organization and the millions and millions of dollars that it administers”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
Alberta justice minister uses powers from recently-passed law to veto $780K law foundation grant
The grant makes up 99 percent of the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre’s 2026 funding
www.canadianlawyermag.com
February 7, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Very concerning.
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“the government of Alberta has done what appears to be a politicization of the whole process and basically hijacked the organization and the millions and millions of dollars that it administers”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
Alberta justice minister uses powers from recently-passed law to veto $780K law foundation grant
The grant makes up 99 percent of the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre’s 2026 funding
www.canadianlawyermag.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:10 AM
“the government of Alberta has done what appears to be a politicization of the whole process and basically hijacked the organization and the millions and millions of dollars that it administers”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.canadianlawyermag.com/news/general...
“Alberta’s problem is not Ottawa. It is the decline of serious provincial leadership.”
Nailed it!
Nailed it!
February 7, 2026 at 4:06 AM
“Alberta’s problem is not Ottawa. It is the decline of serious provincial leadership.”
Nailed it!
Nailed it!
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Good piece from @markhamhislop.bsky.social on Alberta's "grievances."
Alberta Does Not Have Grievances. It Has Issues
Alberta doesn’t need a new constitutional deal or separation. It needs competent politicians.
markhamhislop.substack.com
February 6, 2026 at 7:04 AM
Good piece from @markhamhislop.bsky.social on Alberta's "grievances."
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@djclimenhaga.bsky.social: The poor little rich kid of Confederation is pleading poverty again. But take note, it’s not Alberta’s fault! (It’s never Alberta’s fault.) #abpoli
UCP Warns of Bad-News Budget, but Denies Responsibility | The Tyee
And Danielle Smith pushes for more control of judges.
thetyee.ca
February 5, 2026 at 2:17 PM
@djclimenhaga.bsky.social: The poor little rich kid of Confederation is pleading poverty again. But take note, it’s not Alberta’s fault! (It’s never Alberta’s fault.) #abpoli
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Rob Breakenridge, thank you for having me on your program.
“The Forever Canadian petition gave the premier an off-ramp, but she didn’t take it.”
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“The Forever Canadian petition gave the premier an off-ramp, but she didn’t take it.”
open.substack.com/pub/thelinea...
The Line Alberta Podcast: As the fight over Alberta's future heats up, Forever Canadian pivots to campaign mode
Listen now | The Forever Canadian petition gave the premier an off-ramp, but she didn't take it. The group's founder Thomas Lukazsuk joins for a conversation about the referendum battle that now lies ...
open.substack.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:11 AM
Rob Breakenridge, thank you for having me on your program.
“The Forever Canadian petition gave the premier an off-ramp, but she didn’t take it.”
open.substack.com/pub/thelinea...
“The Forever Canadian petition gave the premier an off-ramp, but she didn’t take it.”
open.substack.com/pub/thelinea...
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I’m having a hard time thinking of an interview between two human beings I enjoyed more than tonight’s interview of the great Ian McKellen by the great Stephen Colbert. Every moment of it was a pleasure that I highly recommend… but then came the most REMARKABLE ending that you really HAVE to watch.
"There's Nothing I Enjoy More Than Acting In The Theater" - Ian McKellen EXTENDED INTERVIEW
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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February 5, 2026 at 7:26 AM
I’m having a hard time thinking of an interview between two human beings I enjoyed more than tonight’s interview of the great Ian McKellen by the great Stephen Colbert. Every moment of it was a pleasure that I highly recommend… but then came the most REMARKABLE ending that you really HAVE to watch.
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67,000 Canadians have watched my interview with @acoyne in less than 24 hours.
It's damn good. Have a watch.
Andrew Coyne interview: It's a New World. Canada Must Adapt
youtu.be/-1bBEj9biOo
It's damn good. Have a watch.
Andrew Coyne interview: It's a New World. Canada Must Adapt
youtu.be/-1bBEj9biOo
Andrew Coyne interview: It's a New World. Canada Must Adapt
YouTube video by Energi Media
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January 31, 2026 at 5:29 PM
67,000 Canadians have watched my interview with @acoyne in less than 24 hours.
It's damn good. Have a watch.
Andrew Coyne interview: It's a New World. Canada Must Adapt
youtu.be/-1bBEj9biOo
It's damn good. Have a watch.
Andrew Coyne interview: It's a New World. Canada Must Adapt
youtu.be/-1bBEj9biOo
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First Nations Chiefs are calling on Alberta’s premier to resign, accusing Danielle Smith of conspiring with separatists and violating Treaty rights
“I hope you have your bags packed. When this referendum is defeated, I will gladly walk you to the border.” #fyp
“I hope you have your bags packed. When this referendum is defeated, I will gladly walk you to the border.” #fyp
January 29, 2026 at 11:18 PM
First Nations Chiefs are calling on Alberta’s premier to resign, accusing Danielle Smith of conspiring with separatists and violating Treaty rights
“I hope you have your bags packed. When this referendum is defeated, I will gladly walk you to the border.” #fyp
“I hope you have your bags packed. When this referendum is defeated, I will gladly walk you to the border.” #fyp
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WTF Calgary!
5 people hit by cars in less than 24hrs is horrific.
5 people hit by cars in less than 24hrs is horrific.
January 21, 2026 at 4:01 AM
WTF Calgary!
5 people hit by cars in less than 24hrs is horrific.
5 people hit by cars in less than 24hrs is horrific.
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Alberta's Fiscal Crisis Is Self-Inflicted via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
Alberta’s Fiscal Crisis Is Self-Inflicted | The Tyee
The petrostate’s fortunes ride on the oil price roller-coaster. That could derail the UCP.
thetyee.ca
January 19, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Alberta's Fiscal Crisis Is Self-Inflicted via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
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Burg Reigerstraat in Utrecht is a fietsstraat, a cycling street where bikes have priority and cars are considered guests. By keeping speeds low and designing the street to feel comfortable for riders of all ages, it creates a calmer, safer environment that encourages active travel.
January 6, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Burg Reigerstraat in Utrecht is a fietsstraat, a cycling street where bikes have priority and cars are considered guests. By keeping speeds low and designing the street to feel comfortable for riders of all ages, it creates a calmer, safer environment that encourages active travel.
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19: Plant a tree in your front yard, and fight for street trees on your street, in your neighborhood, and across your city. There are literally dozens of ways they make life better on streets and in cities. It’s one of the best investments a city can make.
January 1, 2026 at 3:01 AM
19: Plant a tree in your front yard, and fight for street trees on your street, in your neighborhood, and across your city. There are literally dozens of ways they make life better on streets and in cities. It’s one of the best investments a city can make.
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Our good friends #Eavor Technologies in the news! #EnergyTransition leaders RIGHT HERE in Calgary Alberta! #Geothermal #ClosedLoopGeothermal #CleanEnergy #abpoli #cdnpoli www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/03/o...
Geothermal energy is one of those rare win-win solutions
The idea of tapping into the heat trapped inside deeper reaches of the earth has been around for decades, and has been exploited in places like Iceland where it’s particularly close to the surface. Bu...
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October 10, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Our good friends #Eavor Technologies in the news! #EnergyTransition leaders RIGHT HERE in Calgary Alberta! #Geothermal #ClosedLoopGeothermal #CleanEnergy #abpoli #cdnpoli www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/03/o...
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#Alberta #Canada #CanadaSky #ableg #abpoli #yyc #yeg #cdnpoli #ForeverCanadian #RecallThemAll @coreyhogan.ca @lukaszukab.bsky.social
December 14, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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Last night the UCP used their power as gov’t to limit debate on multiple bills to one hour.
They’ve done it > 80 times in six years.
I had a few choice words in response and in defence of Albertans who deserve a government that respects democracy.
Better is possible. Just not with UCP. #abpoli
They’ve done it > 80 times in six years.
I had a few choice words in response and in defence of Albertans who deserve a government that respects democracy.
Better is possible. Just not with UCP. #abpoli
December 10, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Last night the UCP used their power as gov’t to limit debate on multiple bills to one hour.
They’ve done it > 80 times in six years.
I had a few choice words in response and in defence of Albertans who deserve a government that respects democracy.
Better is possible. Just not with UCP. #abpoli
They’ve done it > 80 times in six years.
I had a few choice words in response and in defence of Albertans who deserve a government that respects democracy.
Better is possible. Just not with UCP. #abpoli
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"Say no to a divisive and destructive referendum on sep-aratism. Call a vote in the Legislative Assembly and put this issue to bed so Albertans can get on with creating a positive and prosperous future for Alberta as a leading partner in Canada."
#ForeverCanadian #ableg #cdnpoli
#ForeverCanadian #ableg #cdnpoli
December 10, 2025 at 5:38 AM
"Say no to a divisive and destructive referendum on sep-aratism. Call a vote in the Legislative Assembly and put this issue to bed so Albertans can get on with creating a positive and prosperous future for Alberta as a leading partner in Canada."
#ForeverCanadian #ableg #cdnpoli
#ForeverCanadian #ableg #cdnpoli
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French researchers studied nearly 30 million people and discovered that those who were vaccinated against COVID-19 had a a 74% lower risk of death from severe COVID-19, compared to those who were unvaccinated.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
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COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination and 4-Year All-Cause Mortality Among Adults in France
This cohort study uses the data from all adults aged 18 to 59 years living in France on November 1, 2021, to evaluate whether there is an association of receipt of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine with long-t...
jamanetwork.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:52 PM
French researchers studied nearly 30 million people and discovered that those who were vaccinated against COVID-19 had a a 74% lower risk of death from severe COVID-19, compared to those who were unvaccinated.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
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Winter makes a city’s transportation priorities extra obvious:
Bikelane: nonexistent on this street
Sidewalk: covered in snow with a caregiver getting a major workout pushing a stroller through
Street: perfectly cleared for drivers
We can and should do better @minneapolismn.gov .
Bikelane: nonexistent on this street
Sidewalk: covered in snow with a caregiver getting a major workout pushing a stroller through
Street: perfectly cleared for drivers
We can and should do better @minneapolismn.gov .
December 4, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Winter makes a city’s transportation priorities extra obvious:
Bikelane: nonexistent on this street
Sidewalk: covered in snow with a caregiver getting a major workout pushing a stroller through
Street: perfectly cleared for drivers
We can and should do better @minneapolismn.gov .
Bikelane: nonexistent on this street
Sidewalk: covered in snow with a caregiver getting a major workout pushing a stroller through
Street: perfectly cleared for drivers
We can and should do better @minneapolismn.gov .
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Never since 1905, when Alberta became a province, was a petition with nearly half a million signatures tabled in the Legislature.
Never was a Premier presented with such clear choice between right and wrong.
Premier, do the right thing. Avoid a divisive referendum. #ableg
Never was a Premier presented with such clear choice between right and wrong.
Premier, do the right thing. Avoid a divisive referendum. #ableg
December 2, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Never since 1905, when Alberta became a province, was a petition with nearly half a million signatures tabled in the Legislature.
Never was a Premier presented with such clear choice between right and wrong.
Premier, do the right thing. Avoid a divisive referendum. #ableg
Never was a Premier presented with such clear choice between right and wrong.
Premier, do the right thing. Avoid a divisive referendum. #ableg
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Danielle Smith has invoked the notwithstanding clause four times in five weeks. This authoritarian turn has targeted labour, trans youth, and basic human rights. As Ryan Kelpin writes, it should alarm everyone in Canada.
The authoritarian edge of Alberta conservatism
Danielle Smith’s unprecedented use of the notwithstanding clause is reshaping Alberta politics, targeting labour, trans youth, and minority rights. Ryan Kelpin traces the far-right project behind her ...
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December 1, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Danielle Smith has invoked the notwithstanding clause four times in five weeks. This authoritarian turn has targeted labour, trans youth, and basic human rights. As Ryan Kelpin writes, it should alarm everyone in Canada.