Kirsten Thompson
@misslwbt.bsky.social
👩🏼💻 Ed Tech Enthusiast
Personal account. Sometimes work, sometimes life
Personal account. Sometimes work, sometimes life
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Winter 2025 MBiz Magazine is now available. This publication highlighted that, "AI is here, and it's already shaping how we work, trade, and compete in the global economy... AI is powerful, but it's people who shape the future."
MBiz | Winter 2025
The Voice of Manitoba Business
publications.winnipegfreepress.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce Winter 2025 MBiz Magazine is now available. This publication highlighted that, "AI is here, and it's already shaping how we work, trade, and compete in the global economy... AI is powerful, but it's people who shape the future."
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Cybersecurity and media literacy share one big goal: helping us think critically online💡💻
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
October 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Cybersecurity and media literacy share one big goal: helping us think critically online💡💻
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
Remember that every click and share matters
✅ Verify before you share
✅ Protect your data
✅ Think about what information you give away
Smart media habits = safer online communities
#MERLIN_MB
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I'm thrilled to share that I'm joining the DellTechnologies Soar with MENTOR program as a mentor!
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
October 17, 2025 at 7:29 PM
I'm thrilled to share that I'm joining the DellTechnologies Soar with MENTOR program as a mentor!
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
I've been thankful to have connected with Katina Papulkas; as we were both presenting at Cyber Summit & Riding The Wave. It was through her support that I was able to bring Data Dunkers to rural MB
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For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we asked some of our MERLIN staff to share their biggest password pet peeves.
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
October 15, 2025 at 1:52 PM
For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we asked some of our MERLIN staff to share their biggest password pet peeves.
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
These everyday habits can open the door to major risks. Strong, unique passwords keep our classrooms and campuses secure. 🔐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
ICYMI, we are very excited to announce Jennifer Casa-Todd (@jcasatodd.bsky.social) as our featured keynote speaker at this year's MTS PD Day event "Tech Together". Jennifer is an engaging speaker with deep expertise in all things digital, and she will bring great energy & knowledge to our audience.
October 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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We are less than three weeks away from our MTS PD Day event! Everyone attending in-person at St. Paul's high school will enjoy a home-cooked lunch, sponsored by the amazing people at @merlin.mb.ca! And the event is only $55 plus fees, which includes membership in ManACE.
October 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
We are less than three weeks away from our MTS PD Day event! Everyone attending in-person at St. Paul's high school will enjoy a home-cooked lunch, sponsored by the amazing people at @merlin.mb.ca! And the event is only $55 plus fees, which includes membership in ManACE.
My views the past 2 nights and this morning
September 30, 2025 at 1:26 PM
My views the past 2 nights and this morning
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Chanie Wenjack's death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in residential schools. While you reflect on this National Truth and Reconciliation Day, take a moment to learn his story.
Heritage Minutes: Chanie Wenjack
Enjoy these Heritage Minutes brought to you by Historica Canada! While free to view and share, these productions remain under copyright. Re-uploads or modified versions are strictly prohibited…
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September 30, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Chanie Wenjack's death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in residential schools. While you reflect on this National Truth and Reconciliation Day, take a moment to learn his story.
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Are you ready for an exciting day of learning? Join our @mbteachers.bsky.social PD Day event on October 24, 2025: "Tech Together: Inspiring Classrooms, Empowering Communities."
September 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Are you ready for an exciting day of learning? Join our @mbteachers.bsky.social PD Day event on October 24, 2025: "Tech Together: Inspiring Classrooms, Empowering Communities."
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I'm so excited to be kicking off a new project with @merlin.mb.ca - PD for Teachers!
We will have a variety of virtual and in-person sessions this year, with our first one taking place September 24th
If you're interested in joining us for Intro To AI, send us an email
#merlin_mb #edtech
We will have a variety of virtual and in-person sessions this year, with our first one taking place September 24th
If you're interested in joining us for Intro To AI, send us an email
#merlin_mb #edtech
September 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
I'm so excited to be kicking off a new project with @merlin.mb.ca - PD for Teachers!
We will have a variety of virtual and in-person sessions this year, with our first one taking place September 24th
If you're interested in joining us for Intro To AI, send us an email
#merlin_mb #edtech
We will have a variety of virtual and in-person sessions this year, with our first one taking place September 24th
If you're interested in joining us for Intro To AI, send us an email
#merlin_mb #edtech
On Monday, I felt off and napped for 30mins on my lunch break. Woke up feeling wonderful & ready to tackle the day
This morning, my son was unwell and snuggled up in bed to sleep in.
As a remote employee, neither of these things impacted my day. I'm so incredibly grateful for this flexibility
This morning, my son was unwell and snuggled up in bed to sleep in.
As a remote employee, neither of these things impacted my day. I'm so incredibly grateful for this flexibility
September 10, 2025 at 9:28 PM
On Monday, I felt off and napped for 30mins on my lunch break. Woke up feeling wonderful & ready to tackle the day
This morning, my son was unwell and snuggled up in bed to sleep in.
As a remote employee, neither of these things impacted my day. I'm so incredibly grateful for this flexibility
This morning, my son was unwell and snuggled up in bed to sleep in.
As a remote employee, neither of these things impacted my day. I'm so incredibly grateful for this flexibility
Weekend vibes ✨️
September 6, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Weekend vibes ✨️
I claim one of these photos...
We'd like to welcome back Manitoba's students, educators, and support staff as the 2025/2026 school year begins!
While you look forward to what this year will bring, our staff are heading down memory lane.
Swipe through and play along
#MERLIN_MB #ThrowbackThursday
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While you look forward to what this year will bring, our staff are heading down memory lane.
Swipe through and play along
#MERLIN_MB #ThrowbackThursday
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September 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
I claim one of these photos...
Very excited to be helping deliver some of these sessions!
Learning never stops—especially at MERLIN
📚 This school year, our team is excited to offer a full slate of training opportunities designed to support Manitoba’s educators, IT professionals, and school staff.
✨ Explore our training lineup at: www.merlin.mb.ca/events
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
📚 This school year, our team is excited to offer a full slate of training opportunities designed to support Manitoba’s educators, IT professionals, and school staff.
✨ Explore our training lineup at: www.merlin.mb.ca/events
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
September 4, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Very excited to be helping deliver some of these sessions!
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Happy back-to-school, teachers! 🍎
We’re proud to share hundreds of free teaching resources and classroom tools to make digital media literacy education easy and accessible – all tied to your curriculum: mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso... #EduSky
We’re proud to share hundreds of free teaching resources and classroom tools to make digital media literacy education easy and accessible – all tied to your curriculum: mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso... #EduSky
Teacher Resources
Discover digital media literacy resources for teachers and classroom tools including lessons, games and activities.
mediasmarts.ca
September 2, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Happy back-to-school, teachers! 🍎
We’re proud to share hundreds of free teaching resources and classroom tools to make digital media literacy education easy and accessible – all tied to your curriculum: mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso... #EduSky
We’re proud to share hundreds of free teaching resources and classroom tools to make digital media literacy education easy and accessible – all tied to your curriculum: mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso... #EduSky
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We know you are already in back-to-school mode!
📲Life is about to get a whole lot more busy and MERLIN is here to help along the way. Make sure you are following us across our different platforms so we can pop up on your screen & help keep you going all year long
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
📲Life is about to get a whole lot more busy and MERLIN is here to help along the way. Make sure you are following us across our different platforms so we can pop up on your screen & help keep you going all year long
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
August 27, 2025 at 2:52 PM
We know you are already in back-to-school mode!
📲Life is about to get a whole lot more busy and MERLIN is here to help along the way. Make sure you are following us across our different platforms so we can pop up on your screen & help keep you going all year long
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
📲Life is about to get a whole lot more busy and MERLIN is here to help along the way. Make sure you are following us across our different platforms so we can pop up on your screen & help keep you going all year long
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
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Meet some of the minds behind the machines.
Our team ensures MERLIN’s services grow alongside Manitoba’s education needs. 🌐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
Our team ensures MERLIN’s services grow alongside Manitoba’s education needs. 🌐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
August 6, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Meet some of the minds behind the machines.
Our team ensures MERLIN’s services grow alongside Manitoba’s education needs. 🌐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
Our team ensures MERLIN’s services grow alongside Manitoba’s education needs. 🌐
#WhoWeAreWednesday #MERLIN_MB
Manitoba artist, Rachel Lancaster, added these murals to the garage and shed at our cabin and I couldn't be more happy 😍
June 20, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Manitoba artist, Rachel Lancaster, added these murals to the garage and shed at our cabin and I couldn't be more happy 😍
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Had the best time celebrating #MERLIN30 with @merlin.mb.ca this week!
June 13, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Had the best time celebrating #MERLIN30 with @merlin.mb.ca this week!
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A project started by Nello that I am glad is going to continue. I wish we could enroll a lot of adults but students are going to benefit hugely. Maybe they can share with their parents.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews... via @WinnipegNews
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews... via @WinnipegNews
Free Press to lead media literacy project
www.winnipegfreepress.com
May 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
A project started by Nello that I am glad is going to continue. I wish we could enroll a lot of adults but students are going to benefit hugely. Maybe they can share with their parents.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews... via @WinnipegNews
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews... via @WinnipegNews
Trying to teach children about their digital footprint and social media use while prominent adults publicly fight on online platforms is a wild time
June 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Trying to teach children about their digital footprint and social media use while prominent adults publicly fight on online platforms is a wild time
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🎉 MERLIN turns 30!
From dial-up connections to leading Manitoba’s education tech, MERLIN has been at the heart of digital transformation for three decades. Take a look back at key milestones in our journey!
#MERLIN30 #EdTechMB #ManitobaEducation
From dial-up connections to leading Manitoba’s education tech, MERLIN has been at the heart of digital transformation for three decades. Take a look back at key milestones in our journey!
#MERLIN30 #EdTechMB #ManitobaEducation
June 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
🎉 MERLIN turns 30!
From dial-up connections to leading Manitoba’s education tech, MERLIN has been at the heart of digital transformation for three decades. Take a look back at key milestones in our journey!
#MERLIN30 #EdTechMB #ManitobaEducation
From dial-up connections to leading Manitoba’s education tech, MERLIN has been at the heart of digital transformation for three decades. Take a look back at key milestones in our journey!
#MERLIN30 #EdTechMB #ManitobaEducation
Thankful to live in a place where I get this view regularly
May 29, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Thankful to live in a place where I get this view regularly
Is anyone else a re-reader? I love re-reading entire series and have my go-to summer comfort reads.
Finished up 1.5 books this weekend and it felt so good
Finished up 1.5 books this weekend and it felt so good
May 20, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Is anyone else a re-reader? I love re-reading entire series and have my go-to summer comfort reads.
Finished up 1.5 books this weekend and it felt so good
Finished up 1.5 books this weekend and it felt so good
It's "coffee with a view" season and I couldn't be happier.
Wishing everyone a restorative long weekend
Wishing everyone a restorative long weekend
May 19, 2025 at 2:51 PM
It's "coffee with a view" season and I couldn't be happier.
Wishing everyone a restorative long weekend
Wishing everyone a restorative long weekend