Pádraig Kerr 🇨🇦
@morningside.bsky.social
🇨🇦 Proud Canadian | Retired and Recovering Lawyer | Senior University Law Lecturer | Pickleball addict | #Habs Fan | Cancer Survivor |Post mostly about news, current events and law |
#Canada is stepping up on the world stage, sending its largest-ever trade mission to #Mexico to unlock new markets, strengthen North American ties, and boost opportunities for Canadian businesses across key growth sectors. buff.ly/Fp7qaJE
#cdnpoli
#cdnpoli
Dominic LeBlanc to lead giant Canadian trade delegation to Mexico
Future of continental trade uncertain as USMCA set for review this year
www.theglobeandmail.com
February 17, 2026 at 12:12 PM
#Canada is stepping up on the world stage, sending its largest-ever trade mission to #Mexico to unlock new markets, strengthen North American ties, and boost opportunities for Canadian businesses across key growth sectors. buff.ly/Fp7qaJE
#cdnpoli
#cdnpoli
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Canada pitches CANDU nuclear technology for Poland's second plant reut.rs/3OxLiCh
Canada pitches CANDU nuclear technology for Poland's second plant
Canada believes its CANDU reactor technology is the best option for Poland's second nuclear plant, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said Tuesday during a visit to Warsaw, as the country works to reduce its reliance on coal.
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February 17, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Canada pitches CANDU nuclear technology for Poland's second plant reut.rs/3OxLiCh
Anderson Cooper to leave CBS' '60 Minutes' program, source says buff.ly/2TW5AdV
February 17, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Anderson Cooper to leave CBS' '60 Minutes' program, source says buff.ly/2TW5AdV
Judge quotes Orwell’s 1984 as she orders Trump to restore slavery exhibits in Philly
Judge quotes Orwell’s 1984 as she orders Trump to restore slavery exhibits in Philly
Judge compares president’s attempts to erase history to the dystopian Ministry of Truth
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February 17, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Judge quotes Orwell’s 1984 as she orders Trump to restore slavery exhibits in Philly
#Canada needs to hold on here. Switzerland is going to be coming, and this isn't time to play defence. Stay aggressive and put puck on the net - trying to be too perfect isn't the play.
#TeamCanada
#TeamCanada
February 16, 2026 at 10:00 PM
#Canada needs to hold on here. Switzerland is going to be coming, and this isn't time to play defence. Stay aggressive and put puck on the net - trying to be too perfect isn't the play.
#TeamCanada
#TeamCanada
#Canada is taking charge of its defense future, investing in Canadian industries, creating jobs and strengthening sovereignty by reducing reliance on US arms makers. Canada is turning the page on the US and stepping up on the world stage. buff.ly/vIRZbaS
#Gripen #cdnpoli
#Gripen #cdnpoli
www.nytimes.com
February 16, 2026 at 9:42 PM
#Canada is taking charge of its defense future, investing in Canadian industries, creating jobs and strengthening sovereignty by reducing reliance on US arms makers. Canada is turning the page on the US and stepping up on the world stage. buff.ly/vIRZbaS
#Gripen #cdnpoli
#Gripen #cdnpoli
A timely essay by President George W. Bush reminding us that America is at its strongest when its leaders choose service over self, putting the nation’s future above their own ambitions. www.inpursuit.org/lessons/for-...
#Leadership
#Leadership
Lesson #1: For a leader, humility is the ultimate strength | In Pursuit
by George W. Bush, studying George Washington
www.inpursuit.org
February 16, 2026 at 8:18 PM
A timely essay by President George W. Bush reminding us that America is at its strongest when its leaders choose service over self, putting the nation’s future above their own ambitions. www.inpursuit.org/lessons/for-...
#Leadership
#Leadership
Here's a huge announcement from the PMO:
The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Honourable Janice Charette has been appointed as the next Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States. buff.ly/7krZOzk
#CUSMA #Canada #cdnpoli #elbowsup
The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Honourable Janice Charette has been appointed as the next Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States. buff.ly/7krZOzk
#CUSMA #Canada #cdnpoli #elbowsup
Prime Minister Carney announces new Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States
Ms. Charette brings four decades of experience across public policy and diplomacy. She has served at the highest levels of Canada’s public service, including twice as the Clerk of the Privy Council…
www.pm.gc.ca
February 16, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Here's a huge announcement from the PMO:
The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Honourable Janice Charette has been appointed as the next Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States. buff.ly/7krZOzk
#CUSMA #Canada #cdnpoli #elbowsup
The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Honourable Janice Charette has been appointed as the next Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States. buff.ly/7krZOzk
#CUSMA #Canada #cdnpoli #elbowsup
Useful and interactive Government of #Canada site - International Trade Statistics
International Trade Statistics
Bringing together data, tools and reports to provide you with the latest information on Canada's international trade and investment activity.
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February 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Useful and interactive Government of #Canada site - International Trade Statistics
Not sure of the propriety of this, but things have moved beyond the historic democratic norms.
Former Presidents need to step back into the arena.
George Washington by George W. Bush buff.ly/jo5oKN3
Former Presidents need to step back into the arena.
George Washington by George W. Bush buff.ly/jo5oKN3
George Washington by George W. Bush
For a Leader, Humility Is the Ultimate Strength
inpursuit.substack.com
February 16, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Not sure of the propriety of this, but things have moved beyond the historic democratic norms.
Former Presidents need to step back into the arena.
George Washington by George W. Bush buff.ly/jo5oKN3
Former Presidents need to step back into the arena.
George Washington by George W. Bush buff.ly/jo5oKN3
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"To open a series of essays about U.S. presidents, George W. Bush pays tribute to George Washington, who “ensured America wouldn’t become a monarchy, or worse.”
Clearly, George Bush hasn't been paying attention to current events.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/a...
Clearly, George Bush hasn't been paying attention to current events.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/a...
From One President to Another, a Love Letter With an Edge
www.nytimes.com
February 16, 2026 at 12:53 PM
"To open a series of essays about U.S. presidents, George W. Bush pays tribute to George Washington, who “ensured America wouldn’t become a monarchy, or worse.”
Clearly, George Bush hasn't been paying attention to current events.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/a...
Clearly, George Bush hasn't been paying attention to current events.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/a...
“Birds of a feather flock together”
Trump supports Orban, as his leadership is vital to U.S. interests, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio endorses Orban amidst a tough election, calling this a "golden era" for US-Hungary relations. buff.ly/DPIE7Ai
Trump supports Orban, as his leadership is vital to U.S. interests, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio endorses Orban amidst a tough election, calling this a "golden era" for US-Hungary relations. buff.ly/DPIE7Ai
February 16, 2026 at 1:49 PM
“Birds of a feather flock together”
Trump supports Orban, as his leadership is vital to U.S. interests, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio endorses Orban amidst a tough election, calling this a "golden era" for US-Hungary relations. buff.ly/DPIE7Ai
Trump supports Orban, as his leadership is vital to U.S. interests, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio endorses Orban amidst a tough election, calling this a "golden era" for US-Hungary relations. buff.ly/DPIE7Ai
Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance buff.ly/Ixpxqac
#middlepowers #Canada #EU #cdnpoli
#middlepowers #Canada #EU #cdnpoli
Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance
The Canadian prime minister is spearheading discussions between the EU and a major Indo-Pacific trade bloc after calling on middle powers to join forces.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance buff.ly/Ixpxqac
#middlepowers #Canada #EU #cdnpoli
#middlepowers #Canada #EU #cdnpoli
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go.bsky.app/7rAFBTh #JimmyKimmel legend 🔄
Everyone who reposts this post are being added to my #BlueCrew starter packs 🔄 must follow me to be added as well as repost my pinned post too. Must have a bio and profile picture otherwise it's a block 🚫 no exceptions people! I only follow real profiles!!!
Everyone who reposts this post are being added to my #BlueCrew starter packs 🔄 must follow me to be added as well as repost my pinned post too. Must have a bio and profile picture otherwise it's a block 🚫 no exceptions people! I only follow real profiles!!!
February 16, 2026 at 12:16 PM
go.bsky.app/7rAFBTh #JimmyKimmel legend 🔄
Everyone who reposts this post are being added to my #BlueCrew starter packs 🔄 must follow me to be added as well as repost my pinned post too. Must have a bio and profile picture otherwise it's a block 🚫 no exceptions people! I only follow real profiles!!!
Everyone who reposts this post are being added to my #BlueCrew starter packs 🔄 must follow me to be added as well as repost my pinned post too. Must have a bio and profile picture otherwise it's a block 🚫 no exceptions people! I only follow real profiles!!!
Like cockroaches there are no depths to which these failed politicians won't sink to survive and hang onto relevance. History will judge them by the choices they make and friends they keep at this critical moment.
Liz Truss shares photo with Donald Trump: ‘Right about everything’
Liz Truss shares photo with Donald Trump: ‘Right about everything’
Liz Truss shares photo with Donald Trump: ‘Right about everything’
Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister blames end of premiership on ‘deep state’
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February 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Like cockroaches there are no depths to which these failed politicians won't sink to survive and hang onto relevance. History will judge them by the choices they make and friends they keep at this critical moment.
Liz Truss shares photo with Donald Trump: ‘Right about everything’
Liz Truss shares photo with Donald Trump: ‘Right about everything’
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Dear Americans,
I always thought when your government inevitably built concentration camps for you that you would care more. I thought you’d know that even his supporters would be in danger. I thought much too highly of you.
Love,
God
I always thought when your government inevitably built concentration camps for you that you would care more. I thought you’d know that even his supporters would be in danger. I thought much too highly of you.
Love,
God
February 15, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Dear Americans,
I always thought when your government inevitably built concentration camps for you that you would care more. I thought you’d know that even his supporters would be in danger. I thought much too highly of you.
Love,
God
I always thought when your government inevitably built concentration camps for you that you would care more. I thought you’d know that even his supporters would be in danger. I thought much too highly of you.
Love,
God
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My latest: With his new auto sector strategy and a plan to double grid capacity, Mark Carney isn't just talking a good game on diversifying our trade relationships away from America.
He's also building a roadmap to Canada's low-carbon future. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/13/o...
He's also building a roadmap to Canada's low-carbon future. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/13/o...
Mark Carney just picked his lane on climate change
For all the recent talk about pipelines, it's clear that Mark Carney's economic strategy revolves around turning Canada into one of the world's leading electro-states.
www.nationalobserver.com
February 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
My latest: With his new auto sector strategy and a plan to double grid capacity, Mark Carney isn't just talking a good game on diversifying our trade relationships away from America.
He's also building a roadmap to Canada's low-carbon future. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/13/o...
He's also building a roadmap to Canada's low-carbon future. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/13/o...
Newsom argued 🇺🇸 is more isolated and weaker than it was before Trump took office. Look no further than 🇨🇦 electric vehicles deal with 🇨🇳 , he said, referring to trade agreements 🇺🇸 allies have signed with other countries in recent months. “That used to be us, so it breaks my heart.” buff.ly/0dv5ItD
Newsom says Trump’s attacks are bringing Europe together
It’s the president’s one contribution to the continent, the California governor said.
www.politico.com
February 14, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Newsom argued 🇺🇸 is more isolated and weaker than it was before Trump took office. Look no further than 🇨🇦 electric vehicles deal with 🇨🇳 , he said, referring to trade agreements 🇺🇸 allies have signed with other countries in recent months. “That used to be us, so it breaks my heart.” buff.ly/0dv5ItD
#Canada and #Germany have signed a joint declaration of intent to work together on growing the field of artificial intelligence.
The signing also coincides with the launch of a Sovereign Technology Alliance between the two countries.
News Release buff.ly/otZh6DI
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#AI
The signing also coincides with the launch of a Sovereign Technology Alliance between the two countries.
News Release buff.ly/otZh6DI
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#AI
Canada and Germany sign declaration of intent to grow AI field together
OTTAWA - Canada and Germany have signed a joint declaration of intent to work together on growing the field of artificial intelligence.
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February 14, 2026 at 9:02 PM
#Canada and #Germany have signed a joint declaration of intent to work together on growing the field of artificial intelligence.
The signing also coincides with the launch of a Sovereign Technology Alliance between the two countries.
News Release buff.ly/otZh6DI
buff.ly/VmYGv1D
#AI
The signing also coincides with the launch of a Sovereign Technology Alliance between the two countries.
News Release buff.ly/otZh6DI
buff.ly/VmYGv1D
#AI
Musk fires up SpaceX, Bezos pushes Blue Origin as US billionaires race China to moon
Given the choice between Musk/Bezos and China winning the race to the moon, I bet most would put themselves on Team China which, if correct, says a lot.
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Given the choice between Musk/Bezos and China winning the race to the moon, I bet most would put themselves on Team China which, if correct, says a lot.
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February 14, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Musk fires up SpaceX, Bezos pushes Blue Origin as US billionaires race China to moon
Given the choice between Musk/Bezos and China winning the race to the moon, I bet most would put themselves on Team China which, if correct, says a lot.
buff.ly/3nonu6V
Given the choice between Musk/Bezos and China winning the race to the moon, I bet most would put themselves on Team China which, if correct, says a lot.
buff.ly/3nonu6V
Coach Cooper makes some nice comments about #Habs captain:
“Suzuki’s a Swiss Army knife,” Cooper said. “That kid can play anywhere. He can play goal if you ask him to.” buff.ly/Ronz1WV
#TeamCanada
“Suzuki’s a Swiss Army knife,” Cooper said. “That kid can play anywhere. He can play goal if you ask him to.” buff.ly/Ronz1WV
#TeamCanada
Mixing his lines, Cooper rolls out the nuclear option at the Olympics
McDavid-MacKinnon-Celebrini experiment raised eyebrows as Team Canada’s head coach plays chemist
www.theglobeandmail.com
February 14, 2026 at 6:38 PM
Coach Cooper makes some nice comments about #Habs captain:
“Suzuki’s a Swiss Army knife,” Cooper said. “That kid can play anywhere. He can play goal if you ask him to.” buff.ly/Ronz1WV
#TeamCanada
“Suzuki’s a Swiss Army knife,” Cooper said. “That kid can play anywhere. He can play goal if you ask him to.” buff.ly/Ronz1WV
#TeamCanada
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A Jan. 28 Angus Reid poll found that 4 out of 5 Canadians are feeling more fear than hope about the Canada-U.S. relationship in the year ahead. #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
‘We’re so vulnerable’: How Canadians can cope with anxiety in the face of existential threats from the U.S. | CBC News
U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term has threatened Canada with annexation and economic ruin, leaving some Canadians feeling anxious and concerned. A Winnipeg therapist offers strategies for copi...
www.cbc.ca
February 14, 2026 at 10:51 AM
A Jan. 28 Angus Reid poll found that 4 out of 5 Canadians are feeling more fear than hope about the Canada-U.S. relationship in the year ahead. #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...