@andreacraddock.bsky.social
I care deeply about our planet and children. Union activist and proud Socialist.
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In Germany, France, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland, public colleges are tuition free or virtually tuition free.
Their governments understand the value of investing in their young people. So should we.
Their governments understand the value of investing in their young people. So should we.
May 26, 2025 at 8:05 PM
In Germany, France, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland, public colleges are tuition free or virtually tuition free.
Their governments understand the value of investing in their young people. So should we.
Their governments understand the value of investing in their young people. So should we.
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This quote from then-MLA Jenny Kwan could apply to Minister Ma's words in 2025 just as it did to Minister Falcon's in 2003:
“The legislation does not say what the minister claims.”
“The legislation does not say what the minister claims.”
In 2003, the BC Liberals passed a law that let it fast-track “significant projects” and bypass the normal approval process.
The NDP of 2003 had strong feelings about the legislation. But it had much in common with today’s #Bill15, introduced by the NDP itself. @zoeyunker.bsky.social reports.
The NDP of 2003 had strong feelings about the legislation. But it had much in common with today’s #Bill15, introduced by the NDP itself. @zoeyunker.bsky.social reports.
With Bill 15, the NDP Is Following the BC Liberal’s Approach | The Tyee
When the Campbell government passed a similar fast-track law, New Democrats were outraged.
thetyee.ca
May 26, 2025 at 9:24 PM
This quote from then-MLA Jenny Kwan could apply to Minister Ma's words in 2025 just as it did to Minister Falcon's in 2003:
“The legislation does not say what the minister claims.”
“The legislation does not say what the minister claims.”
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CAPE BC doctors warn Bill 15 puts health and environment at risk. Fast-tracking fossil fuel projects means more pollution, higher climate impacts, and less public input. Communities will pay the price while industry profits. We need decisions that put people first.
CAPE opposes Bill 15: Doctors warn of health and environmental risks - CAPE
CAPE BC physicians warn that Bill 15, the Infrastructure Projects Act, could expose British Columbians to increased health harms from industrial pollution, including fossil fuel development.
cape.ca
May 26, 2025 at 10:46 PM
CAPE BC doctors warn Bill 15 puts health and environment at risk. Fast-tracking fossil fuel projects means more pollution, higher climate impacts, and less public input. Communities will pay the price while industry profits. We need decisions that put people first.
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Gaza’s youngest influencer aged 11 among children killed by Israeli strikes
Gaza’s youngest influencer aged 11 among children killed by Israeli strikes
Yaqeen Hammad offered tips for surviving in war zone and is one of dozens of minors who have died in recent attacks
Eleven-year-old Yaqeen Hammad, Gaza’s youngest influencer, is among the dozens of children killed by Israel in recent strikes, as its forces intensify their military offensive across the Palestinian territory.
Known for her bright smile and volunteering efforts, Yaqeen was killed on Friday night after Israeli forces shelled the al-Baraka area of Deir al-Balah in northern Gaza, amid intense fighting in the region. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
May 26, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Gaza’s youngest influencer aged 11 among children killed by Israeli strikes
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‘They may be Russian some day’: was this the week that changed the war in Ukraine?
‘They may be Russian some day’: was this the week that changed the war in Ukraine?
As Donald Trump and his officials rip up three years of US rhetoric on supporting Kyiv, Volodymyr Zelenskyy is walking an unenviable diplomatic tightrope
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has had some tough weeks in the past three years, but this past one may be up…
www.theguardian.com
February 16, 2025 at 2:12 PM
‘They may be Russian some day’: was this the week that changed the war in Ukraine?
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The irony of the richest man in the world almost single-handedly destroying an agency designed to help the world’s poor, so that the U.S. federal budget has more room for another giant tax cut for the richest man in the world and his pals, should not be lost on anyone. [Cartoon by Mike Luckovich]
February 15, 2025 at 11:01 PM
The irony of the richest man in the world almost single-handedly destroying an agency designed to help the world’s poor, so that the U.S. federal budget has more room for another giant tax cut for the richest man in the world and his pals, should not be lost on anyone. [Cartoon by Mike Luckovich]
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#HappyFlagDay | Jour du drapeau national du #Canada
On February 15, 1965, Canada’s red and white #mapleleaf #unifolié #flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill. The #Canadian flag reflects common values of #democracy, #inclusion and #equity.
#trueNorth #strongandfree
On February 15, 1965, Canada’s red and white #mapleleaf #unifolié #flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill. The #Canadian flag reflects common values of #democracy, #inclusion and #equity.
#trueNorth #strongandfree
There is something powerful in the air today.
You can see it in communities across the nation. People wrapped in red & white. You'll hear it in every coffee shop, park and home.
We are standing strong and ready to face whatever comes our way.
Happy flag day 🇨🇦
You can see it in communities across the nation. People wrapped in red & white. You'll hear it in every coffee shop, park and home.
We are standing strong and ready to face whatever comes our way.
Happy flag day 🇨🇦
February 15, 2025 at 6:07 PM
#HappyFlagDay | Jour du drapeau national du #Canada
On February 15, 1965, Canada’s red and white #mapleleaf #unifolié #flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill. The #Canadian flag reflects common values of #democracy, #inclusion and #equity.
#trueNorth #strongandfree
On February 15, 1965, Canada’s red and white #mapleleaf #unifolié #flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill. The #Canadian flag reflects common values of #democracy, #inclusion and #equity.
#trueNorth #strongandfree
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The more this guy talks the more he doesn't make sense.
I guess what he meant by "bringing our loved ones home drug free wasn't about treatment and recovery, it's about locking everyone up in prison for life.
thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
I guess what he meant by "bringing our loved ones home drug free wasn't about treatment and recovery, it's about locking everyone up in prison for life.
thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
Pierre Poilievre’s Pipe Dream: Imprison Drug Users for Life | The Tyee
Just about every sale of fentanyl would apply, clogging our justice system. Time for a logic check.
thetyee.ca
February 11, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The more this guy talks the more he doesn't make sense.
I guess what he meant by "bringing our loved ones home drug free wasn't about treatment and recovery, it's about locking everyone up in prison for life.
thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
I guess what he meant by "bringing our loved ones home drug free wasn't about treatment and recovery, it's about locking everyone up in prison for life.
thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...
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Please enjoy my cartoon in today's Toronto Star
February 7, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Please enjoy my cartoon in today's Toronto Star
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There is a reason that Elon Musk is stumping for Pierre Poilievre.
A reason he chose to be interviewed with Mar-a-Lago loser Jordan Peterson.
Watch this investigative look into Trump's guy in Canada.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zl9b...
A reason he chose to be interviewed with Mar-a-Lago loser Jordan Peterson.
Watch this investigative look into Trump's guy in Canada.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zl9b...
Who is he really? | The Poilievre Investigations: Episode 1
YouTube video by Protecting Canada
www.youtube.com
January 17, 2025 at 9:14 PM
There is a reason that Elon Musk is stumping for Pierre Poilievre.
A reason he chose to be interviewed with Mar-a-Lago loser Jordan Peterson.
Watch this investigative look into Trump's guy in Canada.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zl9b...
A reason he chose to be interviewed with Mar-a-Lago loser Jordan Peterson.
Watch this investigative look into Trump's guy in Canada.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zl9b...
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Especially with Eby predicting 120k jobs lost, here’s what we CAN do. Putting young people to work in #climateaction
Super compelling piece here on the case for a Youth Climate Corps by my @climateunit.bsky.social colleague Juan Vargas Alba, in today's @nationalobserver.com. Highly recommend 👇
Big action on climate can help young people find meaningful work www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/16/o...
Big action on climate can help young people find meaningful work www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/16/o...
Big action on climate can help young people find meaningful work
What we need to help solve youth unemployment is a green jobs guarantee, a Youth Climate Corps.
www.nationalobserver.com
January 16, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Especially with Eby predicting 120k jobs lost, here’s what we CAN do. Putting young people to work in #climateaction
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Surprise, surprise. The party of tax cuts for the super-rich is proposing more tax cuts for the super-rich.
One day, I hope folks like Pierre learn that we don't solve the problems facing working people by giving billionaires more money.
globalnews.ca/news/1096193...
One day, I hope folks like Pierre learn that we don't solve the problems facing working people by giving billionaires more money.
globalnews.ca/news/1096193...
Poilievre pledges to reverse Liberals’ capital gains tax changes if elected - National | Globalnews.ca
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he will remove the Liberals' proposed higher inclusion rate on capital gains taxes if he becomes prime minister.
globalnews.ca
January 16, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Surprise, surprise. The party of tax cuts for the super-rich is proposing more tax cuts for the super-rich.
One day, I hope folks like Pierre learn that we don't solve the problems facing working people by giving billionaires more money.
globalnews.ca/news/1096193...
One day, I hope folks like Pierre learn that we don't solve the problems facing working people by giving billionaires more money.
globalnews.ca/news/1096193...
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This one's a no brainer.
Where should we levy the first tariff retaliation?
200% TARIFF ON ALL TESLA PRODUCTS
Contact Finance Minister
dominic.leblanc@parl.gc.ca
Tell him that Charlie sent you.
Where should we levy the first tariff retaliation?
200% TARIFF ON ALL TESLA PRODUCTS
Contact Finance Minister
dominic.leblanc@parl.gc.ca
Tell him that Charlie sent you.
January 16, 2025 at 10:01 PM
This one's a no brainer.
Where should we levy the first tariff retaliation?
200% TARIFF ON ALL TESLA PRODUCTS
Contact Finance Minister
dominic.leblanc@parl.gc.ca
Tell him that Charlie sent you.
Where should we levy the first tariff retaliation?
200% TARIFF ON ALL TESLA PRODUCTS
Contact Finance Minister
dominic.leblanc@parl.gc.ca
Tell him that Charlie sent you.
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Could Vancouver burn like L.A.?
Yes, says Vancouver author of Fire Weather.
B.C. fire expert and bestselling author John Vaillant sounds off on wildfire risk — and what we should be doing about it.
vancouversun.com/news/could-v...
Yes, says Vancouver author of Fire Weather.
B.C. fire expert and bestselling author John Vaillant sounds off on wildfire risk — and what we should be doing about it.
vancouversun.com/news/could-v...
Could Vancouver burn like L.A.? Yes, says Vancouver author of Fire Weather
B.C. fire expert and bestselling author John Vaillant sounds off on wildfire risk — and what we should be doing about it
vancouversun.com
January 17, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Could Vancouver burn like L.A.?
Yes, says Vancouver author of Fire Weather.
B.C. fire expert and bestselling author John Vaillant sounds off on wildfire risk — and what we should be doing about it.
vancouversun.com/news/could-v...
Yes, says Vancouver author of Fire Weather.
B.C. fire expert and bestselling author John Vaillant sounds off on wildfire risk — and what we should be doing about it.
vancouversun.com/news/could-v...
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Trump’s tariffs pose a serious threat to British Columbians. We will do everything it takes to protect people and businesses in our province. We will face down threats we face and by working together, we will build a stronger BC for everyone.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/31901
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/31901
January 17, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Trump’s tariffs pose a serious threat to British Columbians. We will do everything it takes to protect people and businesses in our province. We will face down threats we face and by working together, we will build a stronger BC for everyone.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/31901
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/31901
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From the future of the #PRGT pipeline to Fairy Creek’s #OldGrowth logging deferrals, here are several significant #EnvironmentalLaw and policy decisions facing the BC government in the coming year. #bcpoli
7 big environmental decisions facing the B.C. government in 2025 | The Narwhal
From the future of the PRGT pipeline to Fairy Creek old-growth logging deferrals, the B.C. government has significant environmental decisions to grapple with in 2025
thenarwhal.ca
January 15, 2025 at 9:08 PM
From the future of the #PRGT pipeline to Fairy Creek’s #OldGrowth logging deferrals, here are several significant #EnvironmentalLaw and policy decisions facing the BC government in the coming year. #bcpoli
"You have to act as if it were possible to radically change the world. And you have to do it all the time." - Angela Davis #bethechange #everyactcounts #grassroots #poliactivism
January 17, 2025 at 4:45 AM
"You have to act as if it were possible to radically change the world. And you have to do it all the time." - Angela Davis #bethechange #everyactcounts #grassroots #poliactivism
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Brian Lilley of the right wing rag #torontosun indicates Poilievre is a lying con man, he ran "For A Carbon Tax" many times during his 20 year career. Brian should know. 😆 @coltonpraill.bsky.social #GlobalNewsToronto
January 16, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Brian Lilley of the right wing rag #torontosun indicates Poilievre is a lying con man, he ran "For A Carbon Tax" many times during his 20 year career. Brian should know. 😆 @coltonpraill.bsky.social #GlobalNewsToronto
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#bcpoli It would be an embarrassment to Canada to have a transparent lightweight as PM if only for the shortest term in history.
When people show you who they are, repeatedly, believe them. She hasn’t changed a bit and she’s not fit to lead anything. @christyclarkbc.bsky.social #cdnpoli #bcpoli apple.news/AJi_9eMm2RBq... #PantsOnFire
Liberal leadership hopeful Christy Clark says she “misspoke” about voting for Conservatives — The Globe and Mail
Clark falsely claimed she was never a member of the federal Conservative party
apple.news
January 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
#bcpoli It would be an embarrassment to Canada to have a transparent lightweight as PM if only for the shortest term in history.
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Pierre Poilievre is openly begging for US Oligarch Elon Musk’s help and promising to open up Canada and its resources to the US.
Poilievre plans to sellout Canada to Trump and his corporate oligarch cabal.
Poilievre plans to sellout Canada to Trump and his corporate oligarch cabal.
January 11, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Pierre Poilievre is openly begging for US Oligarch Elon Musk’s help and promising to open up Canada and its resources to the US.
Poilievre plans to sellout Canada to Trump and his corporate oligarch cabal.
Poilievre plans to sellout Canada to Trump and his corporate oligarch cabal.