Reading this take on lower speed limits from Wealthsimple's newsletter really gives me hope for sensible policies addressing car-centric planning. Maybe advocating for safer streets from an economic perspective is the way to go!

www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

Our future government (it seems) coming out to lower capital gains taxes... Really looking out for the working class there...

It also makes it harder for them to ban books.

Bikes can get out of the way far easier than cars in traffic. This sight is common in places with decent bike infrastructure.

toronto.ctvnews.ca/biking-advoc...

🔊 Time for our annual budget podcast! 🔊

Why are PTBO citizens facing another big tax hike? Could the city boost revenue without raising taxes? Or are spending cuts the answer? What role do the provincial and federal governments play?

Lots to discuss!
peterboroughcurrents.ca/analysis/a-d...

#Ptbo GreenUP calls on community to help sustain its work on local climate action and resilience. Non-profit environmental charity is facing a critical challenge with reductions in government funding. kawarthanow.com/2024/11/28/p...

If we want better fashion culture in the US, we have to lower the cost of housing and commercial real estate, support independent craftspeople, build denser neighborhoods, improve walkability, and get rid of overly restrictive zoning laws. Let kook culture thrive.

If there's one person I trust on the topic of bike lanes, it's Sue. Highly recommend this read. #PTBO

Heads up - a brand new starter pack just dropped! This one features all my climate science colleagues from across the Great North who are tackling the climate crisis with expertise, innovation, and a uniquely 🇨🇦 perspective—since when it comes to climate, we’re all connected! 🍁

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Everyone is posting their book collection here and mine are all packed for a move 😞

Instead, here's the the bookshelf I built with help from #TheWeekendWoodworker.