Bryan.Wilson
@uptownini.bsky.social
Saint John, West, New Brunswick; Trails, Techno and UptownSJ; Civic policy buff; Autism Dad + Restoring our Historic Home, circa 1913.
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"...this is expected to make Tim Hortons the largest restaurant provider of EV fast charging stations in Canada."
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Tim Hortons to offer electric vehicle charging stations at 100 locations across Canada
Tim Hortons announced Wednesday that it plans to install fast electronic vehicle (EV) chargers at 100 of its restaurants, with the first one already open to the public at a Regina location.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:44 PM
"...this is expected to make Tim Hortons the largest restaurant provider of EV fast charging stations in Canada."
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"The program has attracted interest from companies across Canada to participate in its inaugural cohort...
They include two companies from New Brunswick - Seafarer AI (Saint John) and Vartis Space (Fredericton)"
#cenpoli #defence
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They include two companies from New Brunswick - Seafarer AI (Saint John) and Vartis Space (Fredericton)"
#cenpoli #defence
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Strengthening Atlantic Canada’s defence capabilities in New Brunswick through Vimy Forge accelerator program - Canada.ca
Regional Defence Investment Initiative helps businesses grow, innovate and scale up for global defence opportunities
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February 9, 2026 at 7:02 PM
"The program has attracted interest from companies across Canada to participate in its inaugural cohort...
They include two companies from New Brunswick - Seafarer AI (Saint John) and Vartis Space (Fredericton)"
#cenpoli #defence
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They include two companies from New Brunswick - Seafarer AI (Saint John) and Vartis Space (Fredericton)"
#cenpoli #defence
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"Virtually all of those who would vote in favour of Alberta independence support the Conservatives — both provincially and federally.
...about half of those who support Alberta separation from Canada would welcome U.S. annexation."
#cdnpoli
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...about half of those who support Alberta separation from Canada would welcome U.S. annexation."
#cdnpoli
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Alberta Independence: Many Leaners, but Few Committed Separatists
Among independence supporters, half would view joining the United States favourably.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:57 PM
"Virtually all of those who would vote in favour of Alberta independence support the Conservatives — both provincially and federally.
...about half of those who support Alberta separation from Canada would welcome U.S. annexation."
#cdnpoli
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...about half of those who support Alberta separation from Canada would welcome U.S. annexation."
#cdnpoli
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This is still one of my favourite videos ever, perfectly explaining the staggering amount of public money that’s going into NOT solving traffic congestion.
“It means you spend a lot of money now for a very short-term benefit."
Jevon’s Paradox via Australia’s great show “Utopia.” Please share!
“It means you spend a lot of money now for a very short-term benefit."
Jevon’s Paradox via Australia’s great show “Utopia.” Please share!
How to Fix Traffic Congestion In Australia | Utopia
YouTube video by Working Dog Productions
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February 8, 2026 at 8:16 AM
This is still one of my favourite videos ever, perfectly explaining the staggering amount of public money that’s going into NOT solving traffic congestion.
“It means you spend a lot of money now for a very short-term benefit."
Jevon’s Paradox via Australia’s great show “Utopia.” Please share!
“It means you spend a lot of money now for a very short-term benefit."
Jevon’s Paradox via Australia’s great show “Utopia.” Please share!
"Stellantis isn’t alone...Ford (F) and General Motors (GM) have also announced their own hits of $19.5 billion U.S. and $7 billion U.S."
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Stellantis Suspends Dividend Due To $26 Billion Restructuring Charge
Shares of Stellantis (STLA) are down 28% after the automaker said that it expects to take a $26 billion U.S. restructuring charge and suspended its dividend payment.
Stellantis pre-released some f...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:24 PM
"Stellantis isn’t alone...Ford (F) and General Motors (GM) have also announced their own hits of $19.5 billion U.S. and $7 billion U.S."
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Does you want a particular public transit improvement because some other city or neighborhood has it? If so, you need this evergreen piece of mine.
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The Fishing Pier Problem in Public Transit Equity — Human Transit
Have you ever heard people say: “They got that transit improvement in their neighborhood! We deserve to have one in our neighborhood!” But does this demand always makes sense? Imagine a city on a lak...
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February 7, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Does you want a particular public transit improvement because some other city or neighborhood has it? If so, you need this evergreen piece of mine.
humantransit.org/2020/02/the-...
humantransit.org/2020/02/the-...
Definitely worth the listen!
We have taken over the airwaves!
Sabrina and I are giving 26 interviews this morning on CBC radio stations across the country, talking about the death of the starter home.
If you tune in at some point, you will hear one of us.
Sabrina and I are giving 26 interviews this morning on CBC radio stations across the country, talking about the death of the starter home.
If you tune in at some point, you will hear one of us.
February 7, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Definitely worth the listen!
"The cost to the city was estimated at $112 million over a quarter-century."
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Irving Oil had $250-million profit when it won tax break from city and province | CBC News
Irving Oil raked in a quarter of a billion dollars in profits in the same year it persuaded Saint John city council and the New Brunswick government to hand it a 25-year tax break, leaked documents sh...
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February 4, 2026 at 9:53 PM
"The cost to the city was estimated at $112 million over a quarter-century."
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"Postmedia, one of Canada's largest media companies, is controlled by Chatham Asset Management, an American hedge fund, placing a key part of Canada’s news media under foreign influence"
February 1, 2026 at 11:12 PM
"Postmedia, one of Canada's largest media companies, is controlled by Chatham Asset Management, an American hedge fund, placing a key part of Canada’s news media under foreign influence"
"Canada is the largest US export market for passenger vehicles
and light trucks:
US exports of $23 bn USD in 2024 – more than US exports to Germany, Mexico and China combined."
#cdnpoli #Canada
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and light trucks:
US exports of $23 bn USD in 2024 – more than US exports to Germany, Mexico and China combined."
#cdnpoli #Canada
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February 1, 2026 at 11:09 PM
"Canada is the largest US export market for passenger vehicles
and light trucks:
US exports of $23 bn USD in 2024 – more than US exports to Germany, Mexico and China combined."
#cdnpoli #Canada
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and light trucks:
US exports of $23 bn USD in 2024 – more than US exports to Germany, Mexico and China combined."
#cdnpoli #Canada
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"Instead of Canada becoming the 51st state of America and lose their health care … I'd like to see all of us become Canadians..."
#JesseVentura #CdnPoli #Minnetoba
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#JesseVentura #CdnPoli #Minnetoba
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'Minnetoba'? Some Minnesotans want to join Canada as tensions flare with Trump administration | CBC News
A former Minnesota governor recently pitched a novel solution to the state’s clashes with the Trump administration: join Canada. He's not the first, nor only, one in the state looking north.
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February 1, 2026 at 7:55 PM
"Instead of Canada becoming the 51st state of America and lose their health care … I'd like to see all of us become Canadians..."
#JesseVentura #CdnPoli #Minnetoba
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#JesseVentura #CdnPoli #Minnetoba
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"America’s economy is one giant bet on AI, with seven tech companies representing more than a third of the S&P 500.
...the best way to ignite positive change, without hurting consumers, is to carry out an economic strike the tech CEOs can’t ignore."
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...the best way to ignite positive change, without hurting consumers, is to carry out an economic strike the tech CEOs can’t ignore."
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Resist and Unsubscribe | No Mercy / No Malice
Don Lemon, the former CNN anchor, was arrested today. Targeting journalists is not about enforcing the law, but shaping reality. History reflects a brutal truth: When you begin arresting journalists, ...
www.profgalloway.com
January 31, 2026 at 1:13 PM
"America’s economy is one giant bet on AI, with seven tech companies representing more than a third of the S&P 500.
...the best way to ignite positive change, without hurting consumers, is to carry out an economic strike the tech CEOs can’t ignore."
www.profgalloway.com/resist-and-u...
...the best way to ignite positive change, without hurting consumers, is to carry out an economic strike the tech CEOs can’t ignore."
www.profgalloway.com/resist-and-u...
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"How could I've known?"
January 29, 2026 at 1:07 PM
"How could I've known?"
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Brrr, Saint John, it's getting colder this week. ❄️
When temps drop, your home works harder.
- heating
- hot water
- appliances in cold conditions
Small changes help:
- lower your thermostat 1–2 degrees
- layer up to stay cozy and in control
#sjnb #EnergySavings #Zero30
When temps drop, your home works harder.
- heating
- hot water
- appliances in cold conditions
Small changes help:
- lower your thermostat 1–2 degrees
- layer up to stay cozy and in control
#sjnb #EnergySavings #Zero30
January 21, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Brrr, Saint John, it's getting colder this week. ❄️
When temps drop, your home works harder.
- heating
- hot water
- appliances in cold conditions
Small changes help:
- lower your thermostat 1–2 degrees
- layer up to stay cozy and in control
#sjnb #EnergySavings #Zero30
When temps drop, your home works harder.
- heating
- hot water
- appliances in cold conditions
Small changes help:
- lower your thermostat 1–2 degrees
- layer up to stay cozy and in control
#sjnb #EnergySavings #Zero30
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My son and I frequently make trips to the incredibly beautiful Burchill Wind Farm. ⛅
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
November 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
My son and I frequently make trips to the incredibly beautiful Burchill Wind Farm. ⛅
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
Like rats leaving a sinking ship:
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Province’s biggest forestry company seeks N.B. Power exit
Natural resources minister backs J.D. Irving’s push for renewable generation that bypasses public grid.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Like rats leaving a sinking ship:
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"We have a number of exposures to air pollution. We've got the largest oil refinery in Canada in our backyard."
#SaintJohnNB
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#SaintJohnNB
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New Brunswick outpaces country in avoidable deaths | CBC News
The number of New Brunswickers dying from avoidable causes remains above the national average, according to a new report from the New Brunswick Health Council.
www.cbc.ca
January 14, 2026 at 10:57 PM
"We have a number of exposures to air pollution. We've got the largest oil refinery in Canada in our backyard."
#SaintJohnNB
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#SaintJohnNB
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"Reason Studios, the Stockholm company behind DAW software Reason, has been acquired by Canadian AI specialist LANDR."
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“This isn’t about changing Reason, it’s about giving it room to grow”: Reason Studios acquired by AI music production specialist LANDR
LANDR, best known for its AI mastering tools, promises "deeper integrations, enhanced collaboration tools, and creator-focused, AI-powered features"
www.musicradar.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:55 PM
"Reason Studios, the Stockholm company behind DAW software Reason, has been acquired by Canadian AI specialist LANDR."
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HRM's red tape prevents healthcare as well as housing
January 9, 2026 at 8:45 PM
HRM's red tape prevents healthcare as well as housing
Good Morning Saint John! 😃
January 9, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Good Morning Saint John! 😃
"...it felt like every time a theft happened, it would be a conversation we would have with the RCMP officer, where he or she would say, 'If only that front licence plate had been there."
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Did removal of N.B.’s front licence plates make solving crimes harder? | CBC News
Recent thefts raise a question about the effectiveness of removing front licence plates.
www.cbc.ca
January 8, 2026 at 8:19 PM
"...it felt like every time a theft happened, it would be a conversation we would have with the RCMP officer, where he or she would say, 'If only that front licence plate had been there."
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"NOT FANCY. JUST RIGHT."
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James Ready - Moosehead
James Ready: the OG beer for no-nonsense beer drinkers who just like to drink beer. Not fancy. Just right.
moosehead.ca
January 7, 2026 at 9:53 PM
"NOT FANCY. JUST RIGHT."
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Fresca, when you need a soda, noone else will drink
The Drink:
1 Part Whiskey
1 Part Egg Nog
2 Parts Fresca
1 Part Whiskey
1 Part Egg Nog
2 Parts Fresca
January 7, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Fresca, when you need a soda, noone else will drink
Municipal resiliency in action! 👍
January 7, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Municipal resiliency in action! 👍