Sara Wolfe
@7thgenmw.bsky.social
I help birth things. Sometimes it is babies. Sometimes it is ideas 🔥🪶🕊️🐦⬛🚼🏒
Entrepreneur. Midwife. Mama. Hockey player. Not usually in that order.
Anishnawbe, Brunswick House FN
Entrepreneur. Midwife. Mama. Hockey player. Not usually in that order.
Anishnawbe, Brunswick House FN
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We are not talking enough about the epidemic of #Indigenous deaths during police interactions. From Aug. 30 to Dec. 14, 2024, 15 Indigenous people died, either in police custody or in police interactions. www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #policing #racism
Opinion: We are not talking enough about the epidemic of Indigenous deaths during police interactions
To truly stand together as a country, Canadians need to respond to the call for change from Indigenous peoples about our justice system
www.theglobeandmail.com
March 29, 2025 at 12:38 PM
We are not talking enough about the epidemic of #Indigenous deaths during police interactions. From Aug. 30 to Dec. 14, 2024, 15 Indigenous people died, either in police custody or in police interactions. www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #policing #racism
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In #measles country. Hundreds of Ontarians are getting sick with an illness Canada eliminated decades ago. Why are parents not vaccinating children, and how are health authorities responding to the outbreak? by @kellygrant1.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com
On the ground in the epicentre of Ontario’s measles outbreak
Resistance to vaccines, accelerated during the pandemic, has led to the worst spread of the illness in decades
www.theglobeandmail.com
March 27, 2025 at 12:17 AM
In #measles country. Hundreds of Ontarians are getting sick with an illness Canada eliminated decades ago. Why are parents not vaccinating children, and how are health authorities responding to the outbreak? by @kellygrant1.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com
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“the international community have primarily focused on responding to crisis and violent conflict through a military and security lens, rather than a prevention lens.
…we must not forget that conflict and crises are exacting a devastating toll on children’s lives.”
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
…we must not forget that conflict and crises are exacting a devastating toll on children’s lives.”
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
Canada's G7 must rally support for education of peace
Last week Shelly Whitman, Fred Witteveen, and Laura Frigenti published an opinion piece in the Calgary Herald. With permission, I share their wise words:
chrishouston.ca
March 27, 2025 at 6:51 PM
“the international community have primarily focused on responding to crisis and violent conflict through a military and security lens, rather than a prevention lens.
…we must not forget that conflict and crises are exacting a devastating toll on children’s lives.”
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
…we must not forget that conflict and crises are exacting a devastating toll on children’s lives.”
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
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Important to note that the 530,000 people have visas and are in the U.S. legally. So this isn't about cracking down on "illegal immigration."
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Trump revoking protections for 530,000 Cubans, Haitians and other migrants
Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans who entered the US under a Biden-era programme face deportation.
www.bbc.com
March 22, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Important to note that the 530,000 people have visas and are in the U.S. legally. So this isn't about cracking down on "illegal immigration."
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Trudeau announces $37B in #childcare deals with 11 provinces and territories. (AB and SK the only holdouts.) Agreements will increase base funding by 3% per year for 4 years, starting in 2027-28. www.cbc.ca/news/politic... via @cbcnews.ca
Trudeau announces $37B in child care deals with 11 provinces and territories | CBC News
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has signed agreements totalling almost $37 billion over five years with 11 provinces and territories that will extend the federal child care space program un...
www.cbc.ca
March 6, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Trudeau announces $37B in #childcare deals with 11 provinces and territories. (AB and SK the only holdouts.) Agreements will increase base funding by 3% per year for 4 years, starting in 2027-28. www.cbc.ca/news/politic... via @cbcnews.ca
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An important reminder of the history:
On 1994, Ukraine agreed to relinquish the world’s third largest nuclear weapon stockpile in exchange for securely guarantees from the U.S. and others.
Ukraine’s expectation of U.S. support is not just reasonable but promised.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
On 1994, Ukraine agreed to relinquish the world’s third largest nuclear weapon stockpile in exchange for securely guarantees from the U.S. and others.
Ukraine’s expectation of U.S. support is not just reasonable but promised.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
My recent interview on the U.S. and Ukraine
This week, I was interviewed by Bancroft This Week newspaper. Here is the transcript. The original interview is published here.
chrishouston.ca
March 6, 2025 at 10:07 PM
An important reminder of the history:
On 1994, Ukraine agreed to relinquish the world’s third largest nuclear weapon stockpile in exchange for securely guarantees from the U.S. and others.
Ukraine’s expectation of U.S. support is not just reasonable but promised.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
On 1994, Ukraine agreed to relinquish the world’s third largest nuclear weapon stockpile in exchange for securely guarantees from the U.S. and others.
Ukraine’s expectation of U.S. support is not just reasonable but promised.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
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Ontario is in the midst of its worst #measles outbreak in 30 years. So is Texas. Children are being sickened and dying of a vaccine-preventable illness. This is a tragedy, by @picardonhealth.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #vaccination
Opinion: From Ontario to Texas, every measles infection is a preventable tragedy
Why are we chipping away at one of the greatest public health victories ever – the elimination of measles?
www.theglobeandmail.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Ontario is in the midst of its worst #measles outbreak in 30 years. So is Texas. Children are being sickened and dying of a vaccine-preventable illness. This is a tragedy, by @picardonhealth.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #vaccination
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‘She couldn’t walk, she couldn’t talk’: music therapy helped Joni Mitchell recover from a stroke – could it ward off depression and dementia too? Neuroscientist/musician Daniel Levitin, author of "Music As Medicine" thinks so. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/j... via @theguardian.com #neuroscience
‘She couldn’t walk, she couldn’t talk’: music therapy helped Joni Mitchell recover from a stroke – could it ward off depression and dementia too?
When his friend, the legendary songwriter, had a catastrophic stroke, neuroscientist Daniel Levitin put together a programme of music therapy. Now he’s recommending it for a whole range of conditions
www.theguardian.com
January 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM
‘She couldn’t walk, she couldn’t talk’: music therapy helped Joni Mitchell recover from a stroke – could it ward off depression and dementia too? Neuroscientist/musician Daniel Levitin, author of "Music As Medicine" thinks so. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/j... via @theguardian.com #neuroscience
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Signatories include: @benrowswell.bsky.social , @7thgenmw.bsky.social @chrishouston.ca and Professor Orbinksi, Principal-elect of @masseycollege.bsky.social
December 29, 2024 at 7:51 PM
Signatories include: @benrowswell.bsky.social , @7thgenmw.bsky.social @chrishouston.ca and Professor Orbinksi, Principal-elect of @masseycollege.bsky.social
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Conflict and hatred are on the rise.
The @canadianpeacemuseum.ca has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace.
canadianpeacemuseum.ca/letter
The @canadianpeacemuseum.ca has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace.
canadianpeacemuseum.ca/letter
Canadian Peace Museum
canadianpeacemuseum.ca
December 26, 2024 at 7:42 PM
Conflict and hatred are on the rise.
The @canadianpeacemuseum.ca has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace.
canadianpeacemuseum.ca/letter
The @canadianpeacemuseum.ca has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace.
canadianpeacemuseum.ca/letter
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If you’re afraid that books might change someone’s thinking, you’re not afraid of books, you’re afraid of thinking.
December 3, 2024 at 9:02 PM
If you’re afraid that books might change someone’s thinking, you’re not afraid of books, you’re afraid of thinking.
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Things got a bit meta when our awards ceremony itself won an award.
Peace promotion is more urgent than ever. Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts.
Peace promotion is more urgent than ever. Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts.
November 30, 2024 at 3:24 PM
Things got a bit meta when our awards ceremony itself won an award.
Peace promotion is more urgent than ever. Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts.
Peace promotion is more urgent than ever. Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts.
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I wrote this week about how peaceful protests work.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
Yesterday saw more examples:
1 - Below, on politics
2 - Yesterday, gas heating @avilewis.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/avil...
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
Yesterday saw more examples:
1 - Below, on politics
2 - Yesterday, gas heating @avilewis.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/avil...
November 30, 2024 at 3:32 PM
I wrote this week about how peaceful protests work.
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
Yesterday saw more examples:
1 - Below, on politics
2 - Yesterday, gas heating @avilewis.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/avil...
chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...
Yesterday saw more examples:
1 - Below, on politics
2 - Yesterday, gas heating @avilewis.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/avil...
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Suggestions:
▪️ @7thgenmw.bsky.social ( @canadianpeacemuseum.ca)
▪️ @themrise.bsky.social
▪️ @1pt5degreesofpeace.bsky.social (🕊️&🌎🎥)
▪️ @sndeall.bsky.social
▪️ @7thgenmw.bsky.social ( @canadianpeacemuseum.ca)
▪️ @themrise.bsky.social
▪️ @1pt5degreesofpeace.bsky.social (🕊️&🌎🎥)
▪️ @sndeall.bsky.social
November 30, 2024 at 3:53 PM
Suggestions:
▪️ @7thgenmw.bsky.social ( @canadianpeacemuseum.ca)
▪️ @themrise.bsky.social
▪️ @1pt5degreesofpeace.bsky.social (🕊️&🌎🎥)
▪️ @sndeall.bsky.social
▪️ @7thgenmw.bsky.social ( @canadianpeacemuseum.ca)
▪️ @themrise.bsky.social
▪️ @1pt5degreesofpeace.bsky.social (🕊️&🌎🎥)
▪️ @sndeall.bsky.social
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SIPRI’s annual update on women’s participation in multilateral #PeaceOperations by Claudia Pfeifer Cruz. This overview tracks progress, identifies gaps, and offers insights into recent trends, promoting transparency in peace operations.
Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282
Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282
November 25, 2024 at 1:24 PM
SIPRI’s annual update on women’s participation in multilateral #PeaceOperations by Claudia Pfeifer Cruz. This overview tracks progress, identifies gaps, and offers insights into recent trends, promoting transparency in peace operations.
Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282
Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282
I haven't practiced clinical hashtag#midwifery for years but I still get asked for advice on the best ways to prepare for labour and birth. Recently I wrote down my 'pro tips' and realized this is also good advice for those in the #socialfinance and #impactinvesting space. Here they are:
November 24, 2024 at 4:24 PM
I haven't practiced clinical hashtag#midwifery for years but I still get asked for advice on the best ways to prepare for labour and birth. Recently I wrote down my 'pro tips' and realized this is also good advice for those in the #socialfinance and #impactinvesting space. Here they are:
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At current rate it will take 200 years to achieve #gender parity in #VC. Arian Simone of Fearless Fund with Narinder Dhami of New Power Labs at #CapitalUnlocked.
November 20, 2024 at 3:08 PM
At current rate it will take 200 years to achieve #gender parity in #VC. Arian Simone of Fearless Fund with Narinder Dhami of New Power Labs at #CapitalUnlocked.
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We are delighted to win the Best In-Person event award for our recent Stories of Peace award ceremony!
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
November 20, 2024 at 5:15 PM
We are delighted to win the Best In-Person event award for our recent Stories of Peace award ceremony!
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
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We won an award for our recent event! We’re delighted.
Any media friends that would like to write about this, we’d love to hear from you!
Any media friends that would like to write about this, we’d love to hear from you!
We are delighted to win the Best In-Person event award for our recent Stories of Peace award ceremony!
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
November 20, 2024 at 5:18 PM
We won an award for our recent event! We’re delighted.
Any media friends that would like to write about this, we’d love to hear from you!
Any media friends that would like to write about this, we’d love to hear from you!
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Ultra-processed food and the epidemic of #obesity. Does a sugar tax help? Q+A w/ Dr. Mary Ng, Chris van Tulleken, Scott Harding
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/14/w...
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
via @mattgalloway.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/14/w...
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
via @mattgalloway.bsky.social
Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese
A sweeping new paper reveals the dramatic rise of obesity rates nationwide since 1990.
www.nytimes.com
November 20, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Ultra-processed food and the epidemic of #obesity. Does a sugar tax help? Q+A w/ Dr. Mary Ng, Chris van Tulleken, Scott Harding
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/14/w...
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
via @mattgalloway.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/2024/11/14/w...
www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
via @mattgalloway.bsky.social
I’ll be @ the New Power Labs #CapitalUnlocked2024 summit all day today. I am moderating a panel on the impacts that pluralism, polarization and anti-EDI sentiment is having on access to capital for underserved groups www.newpowerlabs.org/capital-unlo...
Capital Unlocked 2024 — New Power Labs | Labo Pouvoirs Innovants
www.newpowerlabs.org
November 20, 2024 at 12:02 PM
I’ll be @ the New Power Labs #CapitalUnlocked2024 summit all day today. I am moderating a panel on the impacts that pluralism, polarization and anti-EDI sentiment is having on access to capital for underserved groups www.newpowerlabs.org/capital-unlo...
Congrats @canadianpeacemuseum.ca on winning 🥇 “Best In-person program” for the Stories of Peace Awards event in Sept, given by the ON Culture Days spotlight awards. onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
2024 Spotlight Awards
The winners of the 2024 Spotlight Awards will be awarded a VIA Rail Canada travel gift certificate. In order to be eligible for Spotlight, programming must have been registered as an Ontario Culture…
onculturedays.ca
November 20, 2024 at 11:56 AM
Congrats @canadianpeacemuseum.ca on winning 🥇 “Best In-person program” for the Stories of Peace Awards event in Sept, given by the ON Culture Days spotlight awards. onculturedays.ca/spotlight-aw...
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We need ways to talk about peace 🕊️ more than ever.
We need ways to talk about peace 🕊️ more than ever.
November 19, 2024 at 12:47 PM
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We need ways to talk about peace 🕊️ more than ever.
We need ways to talk about peace 🕊️ more than ever.
Had a lovely conversation with my friend @chrishouston.ca today, reminding me if you’re not feeling a bit blah these days you’re not paying enough attention ♥️🕊️
November 17, 2024 at 9:44 PM
Had a lovely conversation with my friend @chrishouston.ca today, reminding me if you’re not feeling a bit blah these days you’re not paying enough attention ♥️🕊️