Annie Garneau 🇨🇦
@annishky.bsky.social
Barrhavenite passionate about health and anything happening on the planet. Runner, traveller, hiker, yogini & software engineer searching for the light, to keep darkness at bay.
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How we use power today shapes what others think they can do tomorrow. Unilateral U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean hurt American national interests in the long run. From my recent conversation with PoliticsGirl
November 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM
How we use power today shapes what others think they can do tomorrow. Unilateral U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean hurt American national interests in the long run. From my recent conversation with PoliticsGirl
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It's official: Canada has lost its measles elimination status because of an outbreak that has persisted for more than 12 months. Country can regain status only if on-going spread is of measles interrupted for more than a year. www.cbc.ca/news/health/... via @cbcnews.ca
November 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
It's official: Canada has lost its measles elimination status because of an outbreak that has persisted for more than 12 months. Country can regain status only if on-going spread is of measles interrupted for more than a year. www.cbc.ca/news/health/... via @cbcnews.ca
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Kyle Kingsbury is not a journalist. He is not an op-ed writer.
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
November 9, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Kyle Kingsbury is not a journalist. He is not an op-ed writer.
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
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Make no mistake Ontarians, democracy in our province is under attack.
This is how Doug Ford does it - in a much quieter way than Trump.
#onpoli
This is how Doug Ford does it - in a much quieter way than Trump.
#onpoli
Doug Ford is trying to ram through dangerous legislation that will harm endangered species. Take action now: davidsuzuki.org/expert-artic...
Ontario’s nature is drowning in deregulation. Grab a paddle.
Ontario’s Unleashing the Economy Act would gut species protections and open the door to lawless development.
davidsuzuki.org
November 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Make no mistake Ontarians, democracy in our province is under attack.
This is how Doug Ford does it - in a much quieter way than Trump.
#onpoli
This is how Doug Ford does it - in a much quieter way than Trump.
#onpoli
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"Letting elected officials deny constitutional rights is the true meaning of democracy" says local right-wing talk radio grifter turned authoritarian Premier of Alberta after preemptively denying people's constitutional rights. calgaryherald.com/news/premier... #abpoli #ableg
Premier Danielle Smith says courts should be more 'constrained' in making decisions
Alberta premier Danielle Smith commented on the justice systems involvement in deciding matters like the use of the not withstanding clause.
calgaryherald.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:42 AM
"Letting elected officials deny constitutional rights is the true meaning of democracy" says local right-wing talk radio grifter turned authoritarian Premier of Alberta after preemptively denying people's constitutional rights. calgaryherald.com/news/premier... #abpoli #ableg
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Our members are fighting to pass the #EqualityAct to protect intersex Americans' rights & dignity, because we know there's no justice for our community without justice for our intersex siblings. #IntersexDayofSolidarity
November 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Our members are fighting to pass the #EqualityAct to protect intersex Americans' rights & dignity, because we know there's no justice for our community without justice for our intersex siblings. #IntersexDayofSolidarity
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Socialism is what they called public power.
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
November 7, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Socialism is what they called public power.
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
Socialism is what they called social security.
Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations.
Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people.
—Harry Truman, 1952
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On this week’s “More To The Story,” former Yale philosophy professor Jason Stanley explains his recent move to Canada and calls the Trump administration’s takeover of the US government a “coup.”
I study fascism. I’ve already fled America.
On this week’s “More To The Story,” former Yale philosophy professor Jason Stanley explains his recent move to Canada and calls the Trump administration’s takeover of the US government a “coup.”
www.motherjones.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
On this week’s “More To The Story,” former Yale philosophy professor Jason Stanley explains his recent move to Canada and calls the Trump administration’s takeover of the US government a “coup.”
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Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan interrupted Speaker Johnson while he was lying to the American people. Next, right out of the fascist handbook, Capitol Police attempted to remove her. Why do they not know who she is? A mystery!
November 6, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan interrupted Speaker Johnson while he was lying to the American people. Next, right out of the fascist handbook, Capitol Police attempted to remove her. Why do they not know who she is? A mystery!
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Those of us who worked with USAID and in global health more broadly warned of this- shouting, screaming into the void. The administration- at every level- understood this would happen. It’s unconscionable.
One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
November 7, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Those of us who worked with USAID and in global health more broadly warned of this- shouting, screaming into the void. The administration- at every level- understood this would happen. It’s unconscionable.
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Conservative MP resigns from House of Commons ahead of budget vote
Conservative MP resigns from House of Commons ahead of budget vote | Globalnews.ca
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux said Thursday he is resigning from the House of Commons, becoming the second Conservative to leave the caucus this week.
globalnews.ca
November 6, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Conservative MP resigns from House of Commons ahead of budget vote
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#cdnpoli #Canada
“Been speaking to a lot of CPC insiders and MPs who say Pierre Poilievre keepers are threatening to ruin anyone thinking of crossing the floor — digging up personal dirt, blackmail, the works. For a party that preaches “freedom,” they sure act like thugs. Pretty disgusting.”
“Been speaking to a lot of CPC insiders and MPs who say Pierre Poilievre keepers are threatening to ruin anyone thinking of crossing the floor — digging up personal dirt, blackmail, the works. For a party that preaches “freedom,” they sure act like thugs. Pretty disgusting.”
November 6, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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“The Carney government’s decision to eliminate $2.7-billion in foreign aid spending will deepen a global crisis of aid cuts that has already left millions struggling for survival“
www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...
#Canada #CDNPoli #Budget2025
www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...
#Canada #CDNPoli #Budget2025
Canadian aid cuts will bite deeply in global crisis zones, relief agencies say
Ottawa will impose the $2.7-billion foreign aid cut over the next four years
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 6, 2025 at 8:52 PM
“The Carney government’s decision to eliminate $2.7-billion in foreign aid spending will deepen a global crisis of aid cuts that has already left millions struggling for survival“
www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...
#Canada #CDNPoli #Budget2025
www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...
#Canada #CDNPoli #Budget2025
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LCBO revenue drops below $2B for 1st time in a decade after alcohol liberalization
LCBO revenue drops below $2B for 1st time in a decade after alcohol liberalization | Globalnews.ca
The Fall Economic Statement projects that for the first time in a decade, LCBO will take in less than $2 billion after changes to let convenience stores sell alcohol.
globalnews.ca
November 6, 2025 at 6:53 PM
LCBO revenue drops below $2B for 1st time in a decade after alcohol liberalization
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For those asking for background - I was in Sudan twice this year and wrote about it
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc...
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc...
November 2, 2025 at 12:07 PM
For those asking for background - I was in Sudan twice this year and wrote about it
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc...
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc...
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“The voices who complain the loudest about bike lanes tend to be those who don’t actually live — or vote — in the city of Montreal. Ensemble Montréal running Leslie Roberts’ on an anti-bike lane platform suggests they’re leaning into this ‘divisive’ issue rather than backing away from it.”
#polmtl
#polmtl
In the era of the climate crisis, politicians campaigning against bike lanes aren’t fit for office
Amid the climate crisis, politicians campaigning against bike lanes — as in Montreal municipal election campaign — aren’t fit for office.
cultmtl.com
November 1, 2025 at 10:41 PM
“The voices who complain the loudest about bike lanes tend to be those who don’t actually live — or vote — in the city of Montreal. Ensemble Montréal running Leslie Roberts’ on an anti-bike lane platform suggests they’re leaning into this ‘divisive’ issue rather than backing away from it.”
#polmtl
#polmtl
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“The Ford Govt in Ontario has passed a controversial omnibus bill banning municipalities from installing speed cameras.
Ford says it will make the province more efficient & reduce red tape.
It won’t do either, and he knows it.
It might get him “speeder votes” though.
This will kill more people.
Ford says it will make the province more efficient & reduce red tape.
It won’t do either, and he knows it.
It might get him “speeder votes” though.
This will kill more people.
Ford government passes bill banning municipal speed cameras in Ontario
The Ford government has passed a controversial omnibus bill banning municipalities from installing speed cameras.
www.ctvnews.ca
October 30, 2025 at 6:34 PM
“The Ford Govt in Ontario has passed a controversial omnibus bill banning municipalities from installing speed cameras.
Ford says it will make the province more efficient & reduce red tape.
It won’t do either, and he knows it.
It might get him “speeder votes” though.
This will kill more people.
Ford says it will make the province more efficient & reduce red tape.
It won’t do either, and he knows it.
It might get him “speeder votes” though.
This will kill more people.
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CRA says AI will help boost call centre accuracy for taxpayers seeking info
CRA says AI will help boost call centre accuracy for taxpayers seeking info - National | Globalnews.ca
A senior CRA official told MPs the agency is looking to roll out more 'senior and standardized' training and introduce 'automation' to improve the accuracy of CRA agents' advice.
globalnews.ca
October 28, 2025 at 11:46 PM
CRA says AI will help boost call centre accuracy for taxpayers seeking info
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The whole get Trudeau strategy is a losing strategy because Trudeau is no longer PM. But Poilievre is obsessed with Trudeau. To the point of appearing mentally ill with his obsession! #cdnpoli
October 26, 2025 at 8:50 AM
The whole get Trudeau strategy is a losing strategy because Trudeau is no longer PM. But Poilievre is obsessed with Trudeau. To the point of appearing mentally ill with his obsession! #cdnpoli
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Today is Intersex Awareness Day- a day to honour truth, visibility, and pride. Intersex people are born with sex characteristics that don’t fit typical definitions of male or female. These innate variations of sex characteristics are natural, diverse, and part of the human spectrum.
October 26, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Today is Intersex Awareness Day- a day to honour truth, visibility, and pride. Intersex people are born with sex characteristics that don’t fit typical definitions of male or female. These innate variations of sex characteristics are natural, diverse, and part of the human spectrum.
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Proof that the U.S. government social media accounts are in fact white nationalist propaganda accounts, funded by our tax dollars.
You’ve got to see this…
You’ve got to see this…
October 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Proof that the U.S. government social media accounts are in fact white nationalist propaganda accounts, funded by our tax dollars.
You’ve got to see this…
You’ve got to see this…
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If you're doubting the reach of 🇨🇦's Ford Reagan ad, here is Spain's national newspaper not only reporting on it, but adding the Reagan radio speech for all to see..
elpais.com/internaciona...
#cdnpoli 🇨🇦
#ElbowsUp 🌎📢
elpais.com/internaciona...
#cdnpoli 🇨🇦
#ElbowsUp 🌎📢
Trump rompe la negociación comercial con Canadá en protesta por la difusión de un vídeo en el que Reagan criticaba los aranceles
El presidente de Estados Unidos tacha de “fraudulento” el anuncio, divulgado por el Gobierno de la provincia de Ontario
elpais.com
October 27, 2025 at 2:22 AM
If you're doubting the reach of 🇨🇦's Ford Reagan ad, here is Spain's national newspaper not only reporting on it, but adding the Reagan radio speech for all to see..
elpais.com/internaciona...
#cdnpoli 🇨🇦
#ElbowsUp 🌎📢
elpais.com/internaciona...
#cdnpoli 🇨🇦
#ElbowsUp 🌎📢
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In his 1987 address to Canada’s Parliament, Reagan hailed free trade as an act of faith in freedom itself, “the open door of cooperation over the closed gate of isolation.”
Alongside Prime Minister Mulroney, he cast the U.S./Canada pact as democracy’s economic twin. 🇺🇸🇨🇦👇
Alongside Prime Minister Mulroney, he cast the U.S./Canada pact as democracy’s economic twin. 🇺🇸🇨🇦👇
October 27, 2025 at 2:01 AM