Oʻlēnnª 🇨🇦 🇺🇦 | she/her
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Alt photographer | Accessibility nerd | Member of the cult of cats and crochet 🧶 | Just an 80s goth at heart | Claws on paws | a11y
IBS rears its ugly head and here I am, recuperating on the couch with the cats instead of heading out to the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival with the Dave. And he's dressed so snazzy tonight too! My gut hates me and the feeling is mutual.
November 16, 2025 at 12:07 AM
IBS rears its ugly head and here I am, recuperating on the couch with the cats instead of heading out to the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival with the Dave. And he's dressed so snazzy tonight too! My gut hates me and the feeling is mutual.
Excited for the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival. Last night was fabulous and it was fun reliving the acts when I downloaded my photos at lunch today.
#TBF2025 #burlesque
#TBF2025 #burlesque
November 14, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Excited for the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival. Last night was fabulous and it was fun reliving the acts when I downloaded my photos at lunch today.
#TBF2025 #burlesque
#TBF2025 #burlesque
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Watching the clear language session at Translating Europe Forum 2025. Love the keynote focus on clear language as an ethical choice and a right.
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
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#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
Translating Europe Forum 2025
Yearly conference in Brussels and online for diverse stakeholders.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Watching the clear language session at Translating Europe Forum 2025. Love the keynote focus on clear language as an ethical choice and a right.
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
The snow is starting in Montreal and Toronto. Perfect time to hunker down and learn how to do cable stitches in #crochet. Had to frog at least 5 times before I had my a-ha moment and it all made sense. Eventually this will be a messenger bag. 🧶
November 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The snow is starting in Montreal and Toronto. Perfect time to hunker down and learn how to do cable stitches in #crochet. Had to frog at least 5 times before I had my a-ha moment and it all made sense. Eventually this will be a messenger bag. 🧶
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✝️ Thou shalt not feel obligated to create for all who request it of thee. Receiving a handmade masterpiece is an honor bestown on those deemed worthy 🧶🕊️✨ #YarnJesus
October 23, 2025 at 10:34 AM
✝️ Thou shalt not feel obligated to create for all who request it of thee. Receiving a handmade masterpiece is an honor bestown on those deemed worthy 🧶🕊️✨ #YarnJesus
"The Gazelle Group, a major firm that specializes in sports coverage, including college basketball games and tournaments, asked that photographers provide them with an irrevocable, free license to use any photos taken at the credentialed event for any purpose whatsoever, except resale." #photography
NPPA Warns Photographers Against Rights Grabs in Credential Agreements
Photographers beware, credentials agreements can be hazardous.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:21 PM
"The Gazelle Group, a major firm that specializes in sports coverage, including college basketball games and tournaments, asked that photographers provide them with an irrevocable, free license to use any photos taken at the credentialed event for any purpose whatsoever, except resale." #photography
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new rule Friday making it mandatory for non-U.S. citizens, including Canadians, to take part in its facial biometrics program. The regulation takes effect Dec. 26. Photos taken of foreign travellers will remain on a DHS database up to 75 years.
U.S. to photograph Canadian travellers when they enter and exit at all land borders, airports | CBC News
The United States is expanding its facial identification program for travellers, with the goal of collecting images of non-U.S. citizens entering and exiting the country by all modes of transport.
www.cbc.ca
October 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new rule Friday making it mandatory for non-U.S. citizens, including Canadians, to take part in its facial biometrics program. The regulation takes effect Dec. 26. Photos taken of foreign travellers will remain on a DHS database up to 75 years.
Got to see David Byrne tonight on the first of two nights in Toronto. Fabulous! I missed his American Utopia show in NYC but watched it dozens of times on Disney+. This tour is almost the whole crew from Utopia but new set. Feeling so content right now.
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
October 23, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Got to see David Byrne tonight on the first of two nights in Toronto. Fabulous! I missed his American Utopia show in NYC but watched it dozens of times on Disney+. This tour is almost the whole crew from Utopia but new set. Feeling so content right now.
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
Holy hell, I remember being a teenager in love with Robert Smith and so excited to see #TheCure at this show. And apparently my future husband was somewhere in the venue chilling to the tunes too.
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Today they are considered the godfathers of several musical deep subgenres: post-punk, gothic, alternative, avant-garde. But back in 1985, they were another quirky band from the U.K., riding the crest...
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October 22, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Holy hell, I remember being a teenager in love with Robert Smith and so excited to see #TheCure at this show. And apparently my future husband was somewhere in the venue chilling to the tunes too.
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
October 21, 2025 at 3:17 AM
October 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
"In January, the Canadian government said an estimated 3,600 citizens have listed "X" as their gender on their passports — an option that has been available to Canadians since 2019." Canada also lists it as "gender", whereas the US only acknowledges "sex" as an identifier.
Canada issues warning for citizens with gender-neutral passports travelling to U.S. | CBC News
The Canadian government is warning citizens who list "X" as their gender on their passports could have problems entering the U.S.
www.cbc.ca
October 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
"In January, the Canadian government said an estimated 3,600 citizens have listed "X" as their gender on their passports — an option that has been available to Canadians since 2019." Canada also lists it as "gender", whereas the US only acknowledges "sex" as an identifier.
Giving a shoutout to my friend's new store in Toronto.
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO
Plus Size Clothing
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September 27, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Giving a shoutout to my friend's new store in Toronto.
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Looking forward to PeepshowTO's videogame-themed #burlesque show tonight. You gotta love Toronto for its #nerdlesque scene.
September 27, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Looking forward to PeepshowTO's videogame-themed #burlesque show tonight. You gotta love Toronto for its #nerdlesque scene.
Canada Post free to end home delivery as part of plan to ensure carrier’s survival | CBC
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September 25, 2025 at 6:33 PM
End of an era. Another great Toronto music venue is closing down. Goodbye Velvet Underground.
#Toronto #VelvetUnderground #MusicClub
#Toronto #VelvetUnderground #MusicClub
Toronto's Velvet Underground Announces Closure │ Exclaim!
The venue's lease is up at the end of October
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September 13, 2025 at 7:04 PM
End of an era. Another great Toronto music venue is closing down. Goodbye Velvet Underground.
#Toronto #VelvetUnderground #MusicClub
#Toronto #VelvetUnderground #MusicClub
"Millar would overhaul the 35-year-old legal principle of reasonable adjustment, because it implies there is an “unreasonable” adjustment, allowing companies to feel they have done enough if they stick strictly to the interpretation of the law." 💯
#disability #accommodations #adjustments
#disability #accommodations #adjustments
From pop producer to activist: Robin Millar on the barriers disabled people still face
He made his name with chart-topping hits – now the Scope chair wants to change how society sees disability
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September 7, 2025 at 9:07 PM
"Millar would overhaul the 35-year-old legal principle of reasonable adjustment, because it implies there is an “unreasonable” adjustment, allowing companies to feel they have done enough if they stick strictly to the interpretation of the law." 💯
#disability #accommodations #adjustments
#disability #accommodations #adjustments
Starting a new #crochet blanket for the couch for the colder weather. The pink is faux fur and the dark teal is Bernat super soft blanket yarn. I love the swirl pattern but the counting is a pain - had to frog the rows several times. I know it will get easier and so worth it. 🧶
August 30, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Starting a new #crochet blanket for the couch for the colder weather. The pink is faux fur and the dark teal is Bernat super soft blanket yarn. I love the swirl pattern but the counting is a pain - had to frog the rows several times. I know it will get easier and so worth it. 🧶
Finally finished my shawl for the winter. With pockets! And first time crocheting a hood. I know where all the errors are, and that makes it all mine. Bring on winter! 🧶 #crochet
August 30, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Finally finished my shawl for the winter. With pockets! And first time crocheting a hood. I know where all the errors are, and that makes it all mine. Bring on winter! 🧶 #crochet
