Leslie AJ 🇨🇦
@leslieaj.bsky.social
Newish Edmontonian after 40+ years in Peace River. Retired evaluator, MSc in health promotion. Treaty 6 territory. 🍁
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Today’s major projects list signals progress toward a #CleanEconomy — but some will drive big emissions.
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
New major projects have potential to be “climate competitive” | Pembina Institute
CALGARY — CHRIS SEVERSON-BAKER, Executive Director of the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the federal government’s announcement of its second batch of major projects to ...
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November 13, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Today’s major projects list signals progress toward a #CleanEconomy — but some will drive big emissions.
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
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Having a fantastic time at the Alberta Municipalities convention in Calgary.
Good conversation this morning with some new & returning African/Caribbean/Black councillors from across the province.
Wonderful to see the diversity of our province being reflected in local government! #ableg
Good conversation this morning with some new & returning African/Caribbean/Black councillors from across the province.
Wonderful to see the diversity of our province being reflected in local government! #ableg
November 13, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Having a fantastic time at the Alberta Municipalities convention in Calgary.
Good conversation this morning with some new & returning African/Caribbean/Black councillors from across the province.
Wonderful to see the diversity of our province being reflected in local government! #ableg
Good conversation this morning with some new & returning African/Caribbean/Black councillors from across the province.
Wonderful to see the diversity of our province being reflected in local government! #ableg
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A lot to unpack there. There are very few stop signs on my regular routes but I do adhere to them. Having said that, there is a lot to be said for the Idaho Stop Law. theconversation.com/cyclists-may...
Cyclists may be right to run stop signs and red lights. Here’s why
Should cyclists be allowed to treat stop signs as yield signs? This rule from Idaho is divisive, but the scientific data is surprising.
theconversation.com
November 13, 2025 at 9:34 AM
A lot to unpack there. There are very few stop signs on my regular routes but I do adhere to them. Having said that, there is a lot to be said for the Idaho Stop Law. theconversation.com/cyclists-may...
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There were once dreams of eradicating measles - I remember discussion on it in my MSc epi class.
The loss of progress on measles is not only a health loss for kids (measles can be disabling & deadly), it’s also a massive economic loss.
We save billions/yr not having to vaccinate & treat smallpox.
The loss of progress on measles is not only a health loss for kids (measles can be disabling & deadly), it’s also a massive economic loss.
We save billions/yr not having to vaccinate & treat smallpox.
November 13, 2025 at 12:45 AM
There were once dreams of eradicating measles - I remember discussion on it in my MSc epi class.
The loss of progress on measles is not only a health loss for kids (measles can be disabling & deadly), it’s also a massive economic loss.
We save billions/yr not having to vaccinate & treat smallpox.
The loss of progress on measles is not only a health loss for kids (measles can be disabling & deadly), it’s also a massive economic loss.
We save billions/yr not having to vaccinate & treat smallpox.
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Mike here committing the unpardonable sin of taking the words "housing is a human right" seriously when the people who use those words don't actually mean it to be taken seriously.
New MMI piece: We look at the 3.5 million people in Canada who live in a home that is too small to meet their needs, and how a mismanaged push by governments and urban planners towards densification is at odds with the human right to housing.
Read here: www.missingmiddleini...
Read here: www.missingmiddleini...
November 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Mike here committing the unpardonable sin of taking the words "housing is a human right" seriously when the people who use those words don't actually mean it to be taken seriously.
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"Just before Remembrance Day, four handwritten copies of John McCrae’s iconic war poem In Flanders Fields have been recognized and added to the Canadian Commission for UNESCO’s Canada Memory of the World Register."
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Handwritten copies of In Flanders Fields poem preserved and recognized on UNESCO register | CBC News
Just before Remembrance Day, four handwritten copies of John McCrae’s iconic war poem In Flanders Fields have been added to the Canadian Commission for UNESCO’s Canada Memory of the World Register.
www.cbc.ca
November 12, 2025 at 2:06 AM
"Just before Remembrance Day, four handwritten copies of John McCrae’s iconic war poem In Flanders Fields have been recognized and added to the Canadian Commission for UNESCO’s Canada Memory of the World Register."
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The petulant piffleswipe at his press conference today when asked, “Have you reflected at all on your leadership style?”
Answer: “No.”
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Answer: “No.”
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November 12, 2025 at 9:16 PM
The petulant piffleswipe at his press conference today when asked, “Have you reflected at all on your leadership style?”
Answer: “No.”
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Answer: “No.”
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Just one nugget from this excellent & important article, for all Canadians.
“Rather than seeing alternative arguments as quality control, members learn to treat them as obstacles.”
“Rather than seeing alternative arguments as quality control, members learn to treat them as obstacles.”
What's at the root of the UCP's use of the notwithstanding clause?
Our @partyloyalty.bsky.social research suggests hyperpartisanship is playing a huge role.
The locker room mentality in the UCP caucus is encouraging MLAs to cede even more power to the premier's office.
That's bad for democracy.
Our @partyloyalty.bsky.social research suggests hyperpartisanship is playing a huge role.
The locker room mentality in the UCP caucus is encouraging MLAs to cede even more power to the premier's office.
That's bad for democracy.
November 12, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Just one nugget from this excellent & important article, for all Canadians.
“Rather than seeing alternative arguments as quality control, members learn to treat them as obstacles.”
“Rather than seeing alternative arguments as quality control, members learn to treat them as obstacles.”
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Used to go to Florida, not going there anymore. Shaking my head at my cousin who is still going to Florida. Cuba is getting my vacation $ this year. Anywhere but the US. #BoycottUS #ElbowsUp #AnywhereButUS
Canadian owner of a Florida condo:
“There's a lot of other places to go,” she said. “I can't vote [in the U.S.], but I can vote with my dollars.”
#Canada
#Tourism
#FAFO
“There's a lot of other places to go,” she said. “I can't vote [in the U.S.], but I can vote with my dollars.”
#Canada
#Tourism
#FAFO
U.S. tourism faces $5.7B US loss as Canadians continue to stay home | CBC News
Many Canadians continue to boycott travel to the United States, and the U.S. economy is paying the price. A U.S. Travel Association report forecasts a 3.2 per cent decline in international tourism spe...
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November 12, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Used to go to Florida, not going there anymore. Shaking my head at my cousin who is still going to Florida. Cuba is getting my vacation $ this year. Anywhere but the US. #BoycottUS #ElbowsUp #AnywhereButUS
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This ostrich thing illustrates that the 'culture wars' aren't so much about 'culture' as they are people who believe in science and democracy, and people who don't.
More fan mail... www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
November 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM
This ostrich thing illustrates that the 'culture wars' aren't so much about 'culture' as they are people who believe in science and democracy, and people who don't.
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It’s the Ezzy-the-fetid-turd mockery that really makes this article.
Answering your questions about the Ostrich story your uncle won’t stop posting about
Answering your questions about the Ostrich story your uncle won't stop posting about
You have probably seen your right wing family and friends post a lot about ostriches lately. And, since you don’t follow Rebel News and a lot of twitter accounts with fucktrudeau and fringeminorty in ...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:22 PM
It’s the Ezzy-the-fetid-turd mockery that really makes this article.
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A new BMJ analysis examined the body of Tylenol-autism research—40 studies total. Most didn't properly account for genetics, family environment, or why mom needed pain relief in the first place.
But the studies that DID—by comparing siblings—found NO LINK.
But the studies that DID—by comparing siblings—found NO LINK.
November 11, 2025 at 12:58 PM
A new BMJ analysis examined the body of Tylenol-autism research—40 studies total. Most didn't properly account for genetics, family environment, or why mom needed pain relief in the first place.
But the studies that DID—by comparing siblings—found NO LINK.
But the studies that DID—by comparing siblings—found NO LINK.
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Canada has signed an agreement to work with Denmark on quantum technologies.
Canada has world leading quantum tech researchers/companies and so does Denmark.
Canada started its National Quantum Strategy in 2023 with support from PM Trudeau.
The new Government has
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Canada has world leading quantum tech researchers/companies and so does Denmark.
Canada started its National Quantum Strategy in 2023 with support from PM Trudeau.
The new Government has
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Governments of Canada and Denmark sign joint statement on quantum cooperation - Canada.ca
Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Canada’s Ambassador to Denmark, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebe...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Canada has signed an agreement to work with Denmark on quantum technologies.
Canada has world leading quantum tech researchers/companies and so does Denmark.
Canada started its National Quantum Strategy in 2023 with support from PM Trudeau.
The new Government has
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Canada has world leading quantum tech researchers/companies and so does Denmark.
Canada started its National Quantum Strategy in 2023 with support from PM Trudeau.
The new Government has
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www.canada.ca/en/innovatio...
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One pilot in Canada took to the skies for a #RemembranceDay tribute. Dimitri Neonakis has a history of special sky art in Canada, most recently a flight path supporting the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series. See www.flightradar24.com/data/aircraf... for playback of this flight and others.
November 11, 2025 at 5:41 PM
One pilot in Canada took to the skies for a #RemembranceDay tribute. Dimitri Neonakis has a history of special sky art in Canada, most recently a flight path supporting the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series. See www.flightradar24.com/data/aircraf... for playback of this flight and others.
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Photos last year from Juno, Auschwitz, Hiroshima, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Bosnia.
Remembering, mourning, and hoping this century does not fall victim to the same needless horrors as the last one.
Remembering, mourning, and hoping this century does not fall victim to the same needless horrors as the last one.
November 11, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Photos last year from Juno, Auschwitz, Hiroshima, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Bosnia.
Remembering, mourning, and hoping this century does not fall victim to the same needless horrors as the last one.
Remembering, mourning, and hoping this century does not fall victim to the same needless horrors as the last one.
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My latest at Canada Healthwatch:
"Is the flu vaccine worth getting? (SPOILER: Yes.)"
canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/11/11/i...
"Is the flu vaccine worth getting? (SPOILER: Yes.)"
canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/11/11/i...
Is the flu vaccine worth getting? (SPOILER: Yes.)
If you cut your risk in half, isn't that a win?
canadahealthwatch.ca
November 11, 2025 at 4:06 PM
My latest at Canada Healthwatch:
"Is the flu vaccine worth getting? (SPOILER: Yes.)"
canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/11/11/i...
"Is the flu vaccine worth getting? (SPOILER: Yes.)"
canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/11/11/i...
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If Evidence Based Medicine has a poster child, it's the 2015 Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control study claiming N95s interfere with breathing in pregnant women.
Here's their setup, which they described as "simulating the actual wearing of an N95 respirator".
The RCT "gold standard" 🤣
Here's their setup, which they described as "simulating the actual wearing of an N95 respirator".
The RCT "gold standard" 🤣
November 11, 2025 at 12:25 AM
If Evidence Based Medicine has a poster child, it's the 2015 Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control study claiming N95s interfere with breathing in pregnant women.
Here's their setup, which they described as "simulating the actual wearing of an N95 respirator".
The RCT "gold standard" 🤣
Here's their setup, which they described as "simulating the actual wearing of an N95 respirator".
The RCT "gold standard" 🤣
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Alberta's role in Canada's loss of measles elimination status embarrassing, former chief medical officer says
Alberta accounts for 38% of Canada's measles cases this year
It’s not the flex you think it is Alberta, herd immunity is tanking 😑
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Alberta accounts for 38% of Canada's measles cases this year
It’s not the flex you think it is Alberta, herd immunity is tanking 😑
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Alberta's role in Canada's loss of measles elimination status embarrassing, former chief medical officer says | CBC News
The latest federal data shows Alberta accounts for 38 per cent of Canada’s cases.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Alberta's role in Canada's loss of measles elimination status embarrassing, former chief medical officer says
Alberta accounts for 38% of Canada's measles cases this year
It’s not the flex you think it is Alberta, herd immunity is tanking 😑
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Alberta accounts for 38% of Canada's measles cases this year
It’s not the flex you think it is Alberta, herd immunity is tanking 😑
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Measles vaccination averted more than 60 million deaths between 2000 and 2023.
In 2023, there were an estimated 107 500 measles deaths globally, mostly among unvaccinated or under vaccinated children under the age of 5 years.
www.who.int/news-room/fa...
In 2023, there were an estimated 107 500 measles deaths globally, mostly among unvaccinated or under vaccinated children under the age of 5 years.
www.who.int/news-room/fa...
November 10, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Measles vaccination averted more than 60 million deaths between 2000 and 2023.
In 2023, there were an estimated 107 500 measles deaths globally, mostly among unvaccinated or under vaccinated children under the age of 5 years.
www.who.int/news-room/fa...
In 2023, there were an estimated 107 500 measles deaths globally, mostly among unvaccinated or under vaccinated children under the age of 5 years.
www.who.int/news-room/fa...
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The anti-vaccine movement isn’t satisfied with winning over the GOP - Politico www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
The anti-vaccine movement isn’t satisfied with winning over the GOP
Leaders of the anti-vaccine movement gathering in Texas over the weekend said they want to change America, not just the party.
www.politico.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:06 AM
The anti-vaccine movement isn’t satisfied with winning over the GOP - Politico www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
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Canada has lost its measles elimination status today. Undoubtedly, part of this is because of misinformation.
But it does not explain the whole story here, and simply attributing this public heath failure to misinformation absolves those in power of their contributing role.
But it does not explain the whole story here, and simply attributing this public heath failure to misinformation absolves those in power of their contributing role.
November 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Canada has lost its measles elimination status today. Undoubtedly, part of this is because of misinformation.
But it does not explain the whole story here, and simply attributing this public heath failure to misinformation absolves those in power of their contributing role.
But it does not explain the whole story here, and simply attributing this public heath failure to misinformation absolves those in power of their contributing role.
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For the sake of comparability, I'll go with the deficit-to-GDP ratio — the size of the deficit as compared to the size of the national economy.
By the measure, the projected deficit for 2025-2026 (2.5%) would be would be smaller than 2020-2021 (14.1), 2021-2022 (3.2) and 2009-2010 (3.1).
By the measure, the projected deficit for 2025-2026 (2.5%) would be would be smaller than 2020-2021 (14.1), 2021-2022 (3.2) and 2009-2010 (3.1).
November 5, 2025 at 2:08 AM
For the sake of comparability, I'll go with the deficit-to-GDP ratio — the size of the deficit as compared to the size of the national economy.
By the measure, the projected deficit for 2025-2026 (2.5%) would be would be smaller than 2020-2021 (14.1), 2021-2022 (3.2) and 2009-2010 (3.1).
By the measure, the projected deficit for 2025-2026 (2.5%) would be would be smaller than 2020-2021 (14.1), 2021-2022 (3.2) and 2009-2010 (3.1).
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First flu death of the season in #Alberta amid warnings about potentially tough months ahead
Person in their 60s living in central part of province has died from influenza
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www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Person in their 60s living in central part of province has died from influenza
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www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
First flu death of the season in Alberta amid warnings about potentially tough months ahead | CBC News
Alberta has marked its first influenza death of this year's flu season, after last year's season proved the deadliest in more than a decade.
www.cbc.ca
November 10, 2025 at 9:36 AM
First flu death of the season in #Alberta amid warnings about potentially tough months ahead
Person in their 60s living in central part of province has died from influenza
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www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Person in their 60s living in central part of province has died from influenza
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www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Globe and Mail exposes collusion with Australian coal grubbers by Alberta Energy Regulator CEO Rob Morgan
AER chief executive plotted by email with Valory Resources executives to suppress public hearing over Grand Cache coal mine. #cdnpoli www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca/p/globe-and-...
AER chief executive plotted by email with Valory Resources executives to suppress public hearing over Grand Cache coal mine. #cdnpoli www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca/p/globe-and-...
Globe and Mail exposes collusion with Australian coal grubbers by Alberta Energy Regulator CEO Rob Morgan
AER chief executive plotted by email with Valory Resources executives to suppress public hearing over Grand Cache coal mine
www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca
November 9, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Globe and Mail exposes collusion with Australian coal grubbers by Alberta Energy Regulator CEO Rob Morgan
AER chief executive plotted by email with Valory Resources executives to suppress public hearing over Grand Cache coal mine. #cdnpoli www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca/p/globe-and-...
AER chief executive plotted by email with Valory Resources executives to suppress public hearing over Grand Cache coal mine. #cdnpoli www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca/p/globe-and-...