Trish Paton
@trishpaton.bsky.social
Saskatchewan, farm/town split. Photography, books, frustrating machinery, single malts, craft beer, watercolour & sketching. Profession: research & evaluation. Boards: Canadian Evaluation Society, Saskatchewan & Canadian Physicians for Aid & Relief
Private equity vampires another decent business into dust.
Amazing a whole story about Eddie Bauer filing for bankruptcy can leave out the fact that it was owned by private equity from 2009 to 2021 www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/b...
Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Private equity vampires another decent business into dust.
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Evaluation in complex, place-based work is not just about methods 🧪🌍
When programmes end but places and responsibilities continue, evaluation becomes part of the design work — shaping how learning and accountability carry forward.
learningforsustainability.net/post/evaluat...
When programmes end but places and responsibilities continue, evaluation becomes part of the design work — shaping how learning and accountability carry forward.
learningforsustainability.net/post/evaluat...
Evaluation as design: complexity, place, and continuity
A post on complexity-aware evaluation as a design practice in long-term, place-based and multi-actor settings.
learningforsustainability.net
February 9, 2026 at 9:43 AM
Evaluation in complex, place-based work is not just about methods 🧪🌍
When programmes end but places and responsibilities continue, evaluation becomes part of the design work — shaping how learning and accountability carry forward.
learningforsustainability.net/post/evaluat...
When programmes end but places and responsibilities continue, evaluation becomes part of the design work — shaping how learning and accountability carry forward.
learningforsustainability.net/post/evaluat...
An #evaluation #eval read!
In complex systems work, evaluation supports learning and adaptation as change unfolds, not just end-point judgement. I reflect on five recurring patterns in complexity-aware MEL and what this means for evaluator roles in practice. 🌍🧪
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learningforsustainability.net/post/evaluat...
Evaluation in complex settings: reflections on practice and evaluator roles - learningforsustainability.net
Reflections on evaluator roles and practice in complexity-aware MEL, sharing five grounded patterns for learning, adaptation, and strategic insight.
learningforsustainability.net
February 10, 2026 at 7:02 AM
An #evaluation #eval read!
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![Comic. [2x2 chart. Top left quadrant: seem like dinosaurs x are dinosaurs. Silhouettes of dinosaurs stegosaurus, triceratops, tyrannosaurus, velociraptor, and long-neck dinosaur. Top right quadrant: seem like dinosaurs x are not dinosaurs. Silhouettes of mosasaur, quetzalcoatlus, dimetrodon, plesiosaur, and pteranodon. Bottom left quadrant: don’t seem like dinosaurs x are dinosaurs. Silhouettes of penguin, egret, ostrich, pigeon, falcon. Bottom right: don’t seem like dinosaurs x are not dinosaurs. Silhouettes of squirrel, stapler, plant, person, and bicycle.]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:cz73r7iyiqn26upot4jtjdhk/bafkreihcxd5wcrrf5nxz3g4riglsrccbucmdns6kxrtmtj6gjgwqibp3fi@jpeg)
February 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Bunroe Doctrine is 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥
The Bunroe Doctrine.
February 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Bunroe Doctrine is 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥
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Celebrating Superb Owls day, here are some of our burrowing owls being particualrly superb! Training isn't just tricks; medical behaviors like learning voluntary nail trims here mean not having to catch and restrain birds, much less stress for people and birds alike.
#SuperbOwl
#SuperbOwl
February 8, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Celebrating Superb Owls day, here are some of our burrowing owls being particualrly superb! Training isn't just tricks; medical behaviors like learning voluntary nail trims here mean not having to catch and restrain birds, much less stress for people and birds alike.
#SuperbOwl
#SuperbOwl
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It's worth noting that according to the Charter, children have full human rights at birth, and that "parents rights" is a made up RWNJ term, not a legal one.
“Until this week, parents and guardians could only access the online personal health information of children under the age of 12.
The Alberta government has now extended that access up until a teenager turns 18.”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
The Alberta government has now extended that access up until a teenager turns 18.”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Parents can now see medical records of Alberta teens, sparking worry among doctors | CBC News
Some Alberta doctors are warning a move by the provincial government to increase the access parents have to the medical records of teenagers could put some patients at risk.
www.cbc.ca
February 8, 2026 at 6:57 PM
It's worth noting that according to the Charter, children have full human rights at birth, and that "parents rights" is a made up RWNJ term, not a legal one.
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Happy Superb Owl day to all who celebrate.
February 8, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Happy Superb Owl day to all who celebrate.
Without naming your job, tell me something you say over and over again at work.
“Measure a few key things well, instead of trying to measure everything badly*!”
*saying “badly” does depend on who I’m talking to. Not everyone appreciates the overall sentiment.
“Measure a few key things well, instead of trying to measure everything badly*!”
*saying “badly” does depend on who I’m talking to. Not everyone appreciates the overall sentiment.
Without naming your job, tell me something you say over and over again at work.
"Sadly, not aliens."
"Sadly, not aliens."
Without naming your job, tell me something you say over and over again at work.
"It's not designed to work that way"
"It's not designed to work that way"
February 8, 2026 at 7:11 AM
Without naming your job, tell me something you say over and over again at work.
“Measure a few key things well, instead of trying to measure everything badly*!”
*saying “badly” does depend on who I’m talking to. Not everyone appreciates the overall sentiment.
“Measure a few key things well, instead of trying to measure everything badly*!”
*saying “badly” does depend on who I’m talking to. Not everyone appreciates the overall sentiment.
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Debbie is one of my dearest friends and she is reaching out. With love in her heart, she does so much for our communities. If you have a few dollars to spare, please contact her. 🙏🏼💜💕
Please keep sharing our post for any gifts if you follow along. Not necessary but appreciated so much. Most urgent is food and bills, then orthodontist work for one of the kids. If you can help, we appreciate it so much. #MutualAidRequest love and so much gratitude to all💕
February 6, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Debbie is one of my dearest friends and she is reaching out. With love in her heart, she does so much for our communities. If you have a few dollars to spare, please contact her. 🙏🏼💜💕
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I cannot sufficiently underline how despicable it is that the IOC has required Haitian Olympic athletes to remove an image representing the leader of the Haitian Revolution (against SLAVERY) from their uniforms.
February 6, 2026 at 11:43 PM
I cannot sufficiently underline how despicable it is that the IOC has required Haitian Olympic athletes to remove an image representing the leader of the Haitian Revolution (against SLAVERY) from their uniforms.
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The public made noise for Liam Ramos and it got him released from Dilley.
Now we must make noise for 7 year old Diana Crespo.
Her parents were taking her for emergency medical care when ICE grabbed them, and she’s rotting in the camp sick and exposed to measles.
Get them out!
Now we must make noise for 7 year old Diana Crespo.
Her parents were taking her for emergency medical care when ICE grabbed them, and she’s rotting in the camp sick and exposed to measles.
Get them out!
February 6, 2026 at 12:08 AM
The public made noise for Liam Ramos and it got him released from Dilley.
Now we must make noise for 7 year old Diana Crespo.
Her parents were taking her for emergency medical care when ICE grabbed them, and she’s rotting in the camp sick and exposed to measles.
Get them out!
Now we must make noise for 7 year old Diana Crespo.
Her parents were taking her for emergency medical care when ICE grabbed them, and she’s rotting in the camp sick and exposed to measles.
Get them out!
From what I’ve been able to read (and I’m not farming any more, so not a huge amount) it sounds very much like smaller operations are on the brink this season, like a bad crop or markets & that’s it. Of course, they sell out to $$$, rent their own land back and hope, or quit. Huge increase in
kinda hope the shoe drops sooner rather than later because a farm crisis and AI correction in 2028, or god forbid 2029, would uh complicate things
"Former Farming Leaders Warn U.S. Agriculture Could Face ‘Widespread Collapse’" share.google/svEBl00zajXY...
February 6, 2026 at 5:45 AM
From what I’ve been able to read (and I’m not farming any more, so not a huge amount) it sounds very much like smaller operations are on the brink this season, like a bad crop or markets & that’s it. Of course, they sell out to $$$, rent their own land back and hope, or quit. Huge increase in
I get my news from a reliable source
February 6, 2026 at 4:31 AM
I get my news from a reliable source
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Back this worthy Kickstarter by a Canadian editor and publisher, and be rewarded with knowing snacks will be given to Jersey and Luna (next post has evidence)!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/tyc...
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Fascination: Dark, Witchy Fantasy & Horror Anthology
A macabre story collection of nature-fueled magic, witches & dark fae. Creepy cottages, haunted homesteads & bespelled woods.
www.kickstarter.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Back this worthy Kickstarter by a Canadian editor and publisher, and be rewarded with knowing snacks will be given to Jersey and Luna (next post has evidence)!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/tyc...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/tyc...
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Guess who is once again displaying their ability to hyperfocus on being a hater?
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
February 5, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Guess who is once again displaying their ability to hyperfocus on being a hater?
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
It's me, I spent all evening writing my own compilation of all the reasons I think AI sucks so I can post it under genAI-made FB posts.
Work-in-progress, suggestions welcome!
www.skwinnicki.com/single-post/...
Next stop on this train wreck: WaPo ends up as Amazon's employee newsletter.
"Those who were laid off include Caroline O’Donovan, the Post’s beat reporter covering Amazon"
Jeff Bezos’ Washington Post Cuts 30% of Staff, Laying Off More Than 300 Employees Including Amazon Beat Reporter
The Washington Post, owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is enacting layoffs that will eliminate "hundreds" of jobs.
variety.com
February 4, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Next stop on this train wreck: WaPo ends up as Amazon's employee newsletter.
Look at these!! 💜💙 Amazing.
My handmade lepidoptera collection of hair clips, pins and magnets. I've been working so hard on the designs, so I am really happy to finally show them. 🦋😭 They are available in my Ko-fi shop as made to order items!
#hairaccessories #butterflies #moths #lepidoptera #polymerclay #crafts #hairclips
#hairaccessories #butterflies #moths #lepidoptera #polymerclay #crafts #hairclips
February 4, 2026 at 7:16 AM
Look at these!! 💜💙 Amazing.
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Today, we're proud to launch our NEW IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki!
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
ReFocus Photojournalism Fellowship | Join, Learn, Capture Now
Discover the Indigenous Photojournalism Fellowship in Mi’kma’ki, offering hands-on training and mentorship for Indigenous photojournalists across Canada. Apply by February 28, 2026.
www.refocusfellowship.ca
February 3, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Today, we're proud to launch our NEW IndigiNews Refocus Photojournalism Fellowship: Mi’kma’ki!
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
This is a chance for Indigenous photojournalists in Canada to learn from industry-leaders in a paid one week intensive from May 17 - 23, 2026.
Learn more: www.refocusfellowship.ca
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Hi! My partner and I are trans and this weekend we opened our dream coffee shop in Toronto called Understory (505 Church St if you’re local). It’s been packed every day with people from all walks of life and the joy I feel is immeasurable. In these dark times, I just want to show you a little light❤️
February 2, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Hi! My partner and I are trans and this weekend we opened our dream coffee shop in Toronto called Understory (505 Church St if you’re local). It’s been packed every day with people from all walks of life and the joy I feel is immeasurable. In these dark times, I just want to show you a little light❤️
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Happy Black History Month 2026!
It's Black History Month, and we're celebrating as we do with books by Black authors (almost entirely) starring Black characters! For even more titles, check out past years' posts. Picture Books Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel An…
It's Black History Month, and we're celebrating as we do with books by Black authors (almost entirely) starring Black characters! For even more titles, check out past years' posts. Picture Books Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel An…
Happy Black History Month 2026!
It's Black History Month, and we're celebrating as we do with books by Black authors (almost entirely) starring Black characters! For even more titles, check out past years' posts. Picture Books Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel An intergenerational story about a nonbinary child who learns the tradition of well digging in this picture book about community, hope, and protecting the Earth’s water.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Happy Black History Month 2026!
It's Black History Month, and we're celebrating as we do with books by Black authors (almost entirely) starring Black characters! For even more titles, check out past years' posts. Picture Books Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel An…
It's Black History Month, and we're celebrating as we do with books by Black authors (almost entirely) starring Black characters! For even more titles, check out past years' posts. Picture Books Dancing with Water by Gwendolyn Wallace and Tonya Engel An…