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Ananasparachute
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"There's a lotta things about me you don't know anything about. Things you wouldn't understand. Things you couldn't understand. Things you shouldn't understand." -Pee-Wee Herman


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Helen Betty Osborne was a shy high school student, in the Pas to get her education, when she was brutally and randomly killed. The case remained unsolved for years, and was a watershed for exposing #racism in the #police and #mmiwg2s .

Rest in power.

#nomorestolensisters
#reddress #indigenous
The image is a black and white photograph, showing an Indigenous woman with short hair wearing a light-colored shirt, which has a collar visible at the neck. The background is plain, providing no distraction from the subject of the photo. The woman is identified as Helen Betty Osborne. To the right side of the image, there is text providing context about the individual depicted in the photograph. The text mentions that the person named Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba, on November 13, 1971. It specifies that she was a high school student originally from the Norway House Indian Reserve, and indicates her age at the time of her death, which was 19 years old.
November 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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If you're going to be in the area, check out the #rally for #lornablacksmith, #carolynsinclair, and #tanyanepinak
. Transcribed Text: Rally for Justice FOR OUR WOMEN. FOR OUR FAMILIES. Thursday, Nov 13 @ 3 PM 123 Main St - Out Front of Train Station The families of Tanya Nepinak, Carolyn Sinclair, and Lorna Blacksmith are calling on all relatives, allies, and community members to gather in unity and strength to demand justice and accountability following the Parole Board's decision to release Shawn Lamb - the man responsible for taking the lives of our women. Bring your signs, bring your drums, your songs, and your love. We will not be silent while violent offenders walk free. We will not accept a system that continues to fail First Nations women and families. We will stand together - for Tanya, Carolyn, and Lorna.
November 13, 2025 at 2:51 AM
ananasparachute.bsky.social
For anyone in the #winnipeg area for the #transdayofrememberance #lgbttq2s
Alt-text: Flyer for Transgender Day of Remembrance event on November 20, with details about schedule and location. Transcribed Text: Transgender Day of Remembrance November 20, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Canadian Museum for Human Rights (85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg) 5:30 Doors Open and Sacred Fire Burning Please join us at a Sacred Fire for prayer and reflection. Community members can offer tobacco to the fire, if they wish, or can be near the fire and have silent reflection. You are welcome to bring blankets. 6:00 Gathering Remarks from Kookum Gayle, followed a pipe ceremony led by Kookum Charlotte. Folks are encouraged to bring their drums for the Travelling Song. Smudge will be available, as well as mental health supports. 6:45 Feast The feast will have meat, vegan and gluten-friendly options. Bus tickets are available at closing around 7:45. This event has been collaboratively organized by transgender community members, Bahaghari Pride, GDAAY, Klinic Community Health Centre, Manitoba Moon Voices, Rainbow Resource Centre, Sunshine House, Trans Manitoba, and Two-Spirit Manitoba.
November 13, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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#felon47 in the infamous #trump60minutes interview:

"I'm not known as a dirty person!"
"I've been very mild mannered!"
(in reference to #indictment

That is pure delusion.

#liarpantsonfire
#impeachtrump4real
#TrumpStein
#TrumpDictatorship
#emperorhasnoclothes
#uspoli
Stylized illustration of Trump's face with bold red text overlay. Transcribed Text: A LIAR NEVER LIES IT'S TRUE A LIAR TOLD ME
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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I sent a donation and dedicated this #DigitalPoppy to my Great Uncle, Sgt. Daniel Jodoin, who was killed in action in #WW2. He was only 25.

Visit MyPoppy.ca to make yours.
Donation can be any amount.

#LestWeForget.
#veterans
#WW2
#neveragain
#rememberanceday2025
#canada
The image features a round, silver coin with a central design of a vivid red poppy. The poppy is prominent, occupying most of the coin's surface, with a black center contrasting against the red petals. Surrounding the poppy, near the top edge of the coin, are the engraved words "REMEMBRANCE DAY 2025" in capital letters. Below the poppy, and slightly arched, is the text "IN MEMORY OF SGT. DANIEL JODOIN," also in capital letters. The outer edge of the coin is bordered with a rope-like design, and flanking the poppy on either side are small engravings of wheat stalks.
November 4, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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markneedsakidney.ca

Please share the link and consider donation. I have a congenital , genetic kidney disorder, so I can't donate (trust me, no one wants these kidneys lol), but I'm sure many can.
Sharing could safe a life!

#kidneytransplant
#markneedsakidney
#share
#medical
#markkagan
Alt-text: "Photograph of four smiling adults with orange text below advocating for a kidney donor." Transcribed Text: "Winnipeg’s Mark Kagan needs a living KIDNEY donor. Loving son, brother and uncle, needs a living donor age 18+ to donate in Winnipeg. MarkNeedsAKidney.ca"
November 4, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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#LaurenMcClusky was a beautiful young woman and a student at the University of Utah who was murdered by a man she briefly dated.

This is especially for universities worldwide. Please spread the word.

You can make Lauren's promise here:
laurenmccluskey.org/programs/lau...
Long Description: The image features a white circle centered on a red background. Inside the circle, red uppercase text states, "I MADE LAUREN'S PROMISE." Below that, separated by a red line with circular ends, more text reads, "I WILL LISTEN AND BELIEVE YOU IF SOMEONE IS THREATENING YOU." At the bottom, there is a black and white illustration of a winged shoe, labeled "LAUREN."
November 1, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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Not satire. For real.
What?
Who's asking?
#TrumpDictatorship #TrumpisStillNotWell #uspoli #southkoreaisnotcanada
Alt-text: Social media post by Donald J. Trump discussing South Korea and Canada, with interaction metrics. Transcribed Text: Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump For those that are asking, we didn’t come to South Korea to see Canada! 515 ReTruths 2.08k Likes 10/28/25, 11:29 PM
October 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM
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#velveetocorleone
#supportfarmers
#ResistEverywhere
Text-heavy image with an African-American man in a cowboy hat identified as John Boyd, Jr, and a black-and-white photo of Trump discussing trade issues affecting farmers. Transcribed Text: AN AMERICAN FARMER: TRUMP IS PUTTING AMERICA LAST! “Trump sold America’s farmers out. He gave $40 BILLION to Argentina, and they start to sell soybeans to China, and then Trump cuts ANOTHER deal with Argentina that is undermining beef cattle farmers here at home. He always says that he’s putting Americans first, that he loves farmers. BUT THIS DOESN’T LOOK AMERICAN AT ALL TO AMERICA’S FARMERS!” JOHN BOYD, JR., American Soybean Farmer OCCUPY DEMOCRATS
October 28, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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mind blowing. This is so true.
#religiousharm
#stopdomesticabuse
#smashthepatriarchy
#feministAF
Alt-text: Social media post by Mandy Nicole about pastors and abusive relationships. Transcribed Text: Mandy Nicole, First of Her Name @ThatMandyNicole A lot of pastors have to encourage women to stay with abusive husbands because if they taught women how to recognize abuse and leave it, women would be leaving their churches too.
October 20, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/art...

RIP, Melinda Lynxleg. May justice be done.

Sending my deepest condolences to her family and community. I hope that finding her killers brings them a measure of peace.

#mmiwg2s #melindalynxleg #indigenous #sayhername #tootinaowaziibeengtreatyreserve
#treaty2
Long Description: The image shows an Indigenous woman, identified as Melinda Lynxleg, smiling in a snowy outdoor setting. They wear a black headband and a matching scarf. Snowflakes are visible on the scarf. The background is a soft, blurry white, suggesting a snow-covered landscape. The person has dark hair tied up and their expression is cheerful. There is a drawing of pink lips in a kissing gesture on her scarf, that may have been added to the photo.
October 20, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Happy #Diwali to all who celebrate!! Wishing you peace and prosperity in your new year.
The image depicts a festive design for Diwali, also known as Deepavali or the Festival of Lights, celebrated by Indians worldwide. In the center of the image is an ornately designed diya (oil lamp), filled with lit oil and standing on what appears to be a patterned carpet or mat. The diya is one of several such lamps featured in the illustration; there are four other diyas visible in total – three hanging on the left side of the image with a decorative backdrop, and one at the bottom right corner. All diyas have intricate designs similar to the central one, indicating they're part of the same celebration. Surrounding the central diya is a decorative structure that resembles a traditional Indian archway, richly adorned with patterns and designs that reflect the beauty associated with Indian culture. This arch-like frame has a warm golden hue complementing the deep purple background. Above the arch-like frame, within a semicircular shape outlined by a darker shade, are the words "Happy Diwali" written in a stylish font that captures the celebratory nature of the festival. Below this greeting, another line reads "Festivals of Lights", which reinforces the theme of the holiday. The overall aesthetic of the image uses a color palette typical for Diwali – deep purples, bright golds, and shades of orange – symbolizing the triumph of good, wisdom, and light over evil. The use of glowing elements emphasizes the concept of illumination and brightness associated with the festival.
October 20, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Love this.
#ramdass
ong Description: The black-and-white image features a man with a bald head and a long, full beard, sitting in a meditative posture. He wears a light-colored robe, and his eyes are closed, suggesting a state of contemplation or meditation. The background shows blurred objects and shelves, possibly indicating a room with various items. The lower half of the image contains a quote in bold white text. Alt-text: A man in meditation with a quote by Ram Dass. Transcribed Text: Insta-@Vedanta.Philosophy Everything changes once we identify with being the witness to the story, instead of the actor in it. Ram Dass -
October 19, 2025 at 6:04 AM
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#knowyourrights #aclu #protest
Alt-text: An informational poster titled "Know Your Protest Rights" by the ACLU with six guidelines on a black background. Transcribed Text: KNOW YOUR PROTEST RIGHTS You don’t need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don’t need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you’re not obstructing traffic or access to buildings. When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police. If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries. If you get stopped by the police, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away. If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don’t sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present. If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you’ll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney—no matter your citizenship or immigration status. ACLU
October 18, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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That's what happens when you elect a sex offender as your #president .
#felon47 #ReleaseAllTheEpsteinFiles
#FuckMAGA
Alt-text: "Text on black background discussing age-related expectations and responsibility contrasts." Transcribed Text: "MAGA: 12 year old girls are old enough to carry their uncle’s baby to term. Also MAGA: The 31 year old racist is just a kid. Let he who hasn’t said the n word in their group chat cast the first stone."
October 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Thank goodness the #israelihostages are all home. Now, the long process of #healing from this terrible ordeal begins.
May they find comfort, peace, recovery, and love. Sending love also to all the hostages and their families who never made it home; #maytheirmemoriesbeablessing.
#stopantisemitism
Alt-text: "Initial Reports From Freed Hostages" with details of severe conditions experienced by individuals during captivity. Transcribed Text: Unimaginable. Unforgivable. The truth from freed hostages. Initial Reports From Freed Hostages: Avinatan Or was held in isolation for two years and starved, losing 40% of his body weight in captivity. Matan Angrest was beaten so badly he lost consciousness and suffered from severe psychological warfare as the terrorists constantly told him lies about his family. Elkana Bohbot was kept shackled underground in darkness and is suffering from severe pain after being overfed by Hamas in the days leading up to his release, which Israeli medical professionals said could have been fatal after his prolonged starvation. He lost all sense of time and space. Rom Braslavski was shot at, physically beat, kept in complete darkness, was not allowed any showers and was starved. Evyatar David was bound by his hands and feet, and spent weeks with bags over his head, blood dripping from wounded limbs. He was starved and forced to dig his own grave. Ziv and Gali Berman were held separately and completely cut off from the outside world. Omri Miran was held in 23 different places in Gaza. Text ISRAEL to 24722 to stand with Israel. TheRealZvi AIPAC
October 15, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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#GeorgeFloyd would have been 52. When he cried out #icantbreathe, mother's hearts broke everywhere and wished we could have saved him.

#seekjustice in his name. #restinpower. #blacklivesmatter #defundpolice #policecauseharm
At the top, there is a bold white text that reads "GEORGE FLOYD" followed by another line stating "WOULD HAVE BEEN 52 TODAY". Image is of George Floyd in a dark shirt, against dark brown bricks.
October 14, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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#indigenous
#indigenousday
#joyharjo
#poetry
Alt-text: Abstract red and black background with a poem by Joy Harjo in white text. Transcribed Text: Recognize whose lands these are on which we stand. Ask the deer, turtle, and the crane. Make sure the spirits of these lands are respected and treated with goodwill. The land is a being who remembers everything. You will have to answer to your children, and their children, and theirs— The red shimmer of remembering will compel you up the night to walk the perimeter of truth for understanding... By listening we will understand who we are in this holy realm of words. — Joy Harjo from the poem Conflict Resolution for Holy Beings
October 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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#lgbbt2s #indigenous #indigenouspeoplesday
Alt-text: Digital poster with gradient background for Indigenous Peoples' Day, featuring text and an image of a person raising their fist. Transcribed Text: INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY HONORING THOSE NATIVE TO TURTLE ISLAND AND CENTERING TWO-SPIRIT PEOPLE The Two-Spirit Era began in 1975, when Barbara Cameron (Hunkpapa Lakota) and Randy Burns (Northern Paiute) founded the first-ever queer organization of First Nation people: Gay American Indians (GAI). Photo features Randy Burns.
October 13, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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#indigenous #indigenousday #unceded #DecolonizeYourMind
#fuckcolumbus
lt-text: Text announcing Anishinaabe Giizhigad, Indigenous Peoples' Day, on a red background with decorative stripes and a circular logo. Transcribed Text: ANISHINAABE GIIZHIGAD INDIGENOUS PEOPLE'S DAY Anishinaabe Giizhigad: Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honors the history, strength, and living cultures of Indigenous peoples across the Americas. It stands as a reminder that despite centuries of colonization and attempts to erase us, we are still here. Our languages, songs, and teachings continue to thrive, carried forward by the next generations. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is not only a reflection of the past, but a celebration of survival and renewal. We are still here, speaking, creating, and living our ways, just as our ancestors dreamed we would. The image is divided into two sections. On the left side, a person is standing on a grass field under a partly cloudy sky, assembling a tipi frame made of several long wooden poles that converge at the top. The person is wearing a gray hoodie, jeans, and a dark cap. In the background, there are buildings and poles visible. The right side of the image is a red poster. The top part shows the text "Columbus Day" crossed out with black lines, and below it is an image of a historical figure who is also crossed out. Beneath them, in bold white text, it says "ANISHINAABE GIIZHIGAD," followed by smaller text "INDIGENOUS PEOPLE'S DAY." At the bottom is a circular design with the text "ANISHINAABE MARSHALL ASINI LEARNING."
October 13, 2025 at 6:11 PM
ananasparachute.bsky.social
#fuckcolumbus
#indigenous
#resist
#ColonialOccupation
#thanksgivingiscolonialist
Alt-text: Satirical cartoon of European explorers meeting Indigenous people with text about smallpox and Christopher Columbus. Transcribed Text: "DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE OUT A PLATE OF SMALLPOX FOR CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS TONIGHT!"
October 13, 2025 at 4:04 AM
ananasparachute.bsky.social
We got our #flushots and #covdishots today. Make sure you go get yours!

For more resources, check out:

protectourpeoplemb.ca

#protectourpeople #indigenoushealth #GetVaccinated

#protectourpeoplemb

#protectourcommunities

#doitforourelders

#doitforourchildren
This image is a public health campaign poster which aims to encourage people to take action to protect both themselves and their community. The main message on the poster is "PROTECT YOURSELF. PROTECT OUR PEOPLE." which is displayed in bold, capitalized letters across the center of the top half of the poster. To the right-hand side of this central message is a graphic icon that represents medical services – it shows a syringe next to a pill bottle with a cross, indicating vaccination or medication as methods for health protection. Below the main text, there's an action-oriented call to booking an appointment, stated as "BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY". This is written in a larger font size to ensure visibility and urgency. The poster also includes a website address at the bottom which is "PROTECTOURPEOPLEMB.CA", likely providing further information or directing individuals to where they can book an appointment. The color scheme of the poster uses vibrant colors including yellow, red, blue, and white which are often associated with trustworthiness, caution, attention, and cleanliness, reinforcing themes of safety and health care. Additionally, the design incorporates diagonal stripes in multiple colors at the corners on the left-hand side, adding visual interest while maintaining focus on the primary message of the poster.
October 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
ananasparachute.bsky.social
(nîcimos is #cree for sweetheart. One of the few words I know! lol)

#indigenoushumour #indigenous #jamesbond #necimos #keepingitlight
The image is a four-panel comic strip with a playful twist on the iconic James Bond theme. In the top left panel, there is an image of a moose with its antlers prominently displayed and it has a caption that reads "WHO YOU BE?" This is a humorous play on the classic line from the James Bond movies, typically said when asking someone to reveal their identity. Moving to the top right panel, we see a black and white photograph of what appears to be a man dressed as James Bond, holding a gun, with a caption that reads "BOND..." which suggests he's in the middle of saying his name, presumably as part of the "James Bond" introduction. The bottom left panel shows the same man in a color photo, but this time facing away from the camera, and the text below says "AND YOU ARE?" This continues the joke, implying that after introducing himself (as Bond), he is now asking the viewer for their identity. Finally, the bottom right panel returns to the moose, with a different caption reading "moose... neechimoose."
October 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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#never51stState #futrump #felon47 #canpoli #uspoli
The image features a textual message presented against a red background, overlaid with an image of a person speaking at a public event, presumably a political rally given the setting and attire. The person is wearing a suit, white shirt, and red tie. The text at the top of the image reads, "A MESSAGE FROM CANADA TO THIS ASSHOLE," which suggests that this message is attributed to Canada and intended for someone named in the message who they consider to be "this asshole." The message itself expresses strong disagreement about the policies or actions of the individual addressed, comparing them unfavorably to those instated by Hitler in Germany, indicating a critical view of their governance. The author asserts that Canadians value their country and see it as one of the best in the world. They emphasize that Canada has its national identity, and therefore, they do not want Canadians to become part of another nation unless that nation shares similar values. The message criticizes the person's impact on the United States, suggesting they are destroying the country and causing distress among Americans due to what they perceive as the individual’s poor leadership or policies. The author conveys frustration and annoyance with the person, calling them an "asshole" and suggesting that the best thing they can do for their country right now would be to leave.
October 11, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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#comingoutday #lgbttq2s #PrideIsAProtest

Happy Coming Out Day to all who celebrate, regardless of where you're at on your journey.
Alt-text: A graphic with twelve colorful rainbows representing different coming out experiences for National Coming Out Day. Transcribed Text: HAPPY NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY TO FOLKS WHO… @BRIANNAVIEIRA ARE OUT IN SOME PLACES BUT NOT OTHERS CAN’T COME OUT DUE TO FEAR FOR THEIR SAFETY ARE OUT WITH SOME OF THEIR IDENTITIES BUT NOT OTHERS CAME OUT AS ONE THING, BUT NOW IDENTIFY DIFFERENTLY HAVE NEVER HAD TO FORMALLY COME OUT HAVE HAD TO COME OUT MORE THAN ONCE HAVEN’T FOUND A LABEL THAT FITS YET HAD A TRAUMATIC COMING OUT DON’T FEEL THE NEED TO COME OUT ARE IN THE PROCESS OF COMING OUT ARE QUESTIONING COMING OUT ARE OUT AND PROUD!
October 11, 2025 at 4:55 PM