Joan Chand’oiseau
@joanyyc.bsky.social
Changemaker | Public Advocate | Connector | Capacity Builder | Political Candidate | Award-Winning Community Leader | Top 40 Under 40 #yyc #abpoli
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A friend who teaches theology shared with me a post about CS Lewis's Mere Christianity, which discusses foundational Christian logic across denominations. It reminded me of Dale's tweet below, and I wanted to share some thoughts here regarding modesty and respectability, which are often hot topics.
November 23, 2025 at 7:35 PM
A friend who teaches theology shared with me a post about CS Lewis's Mere Christianity, which discusses foundational Christian logic across denominations. It reminded me of Dale's tweet below, and I wanted to share some thoughts here regarding modesty and respectability, which are often hot topics.
I’ve been quiet on socials for a bit. Wondering where I’m positioned on latest in #Alberta #politics?
🧭 I’ll *always* be standing on the side - which shouldn’t be a ‘side’ or team colour - advocating for common good & #humanrights for all - incl #public #education + our democratic rights.
🧭 I’ll *always* be standing on the side - which shouldn’t be a ‘side’ or team colour - advocating for common good & #humanrights for all - incl #public #education + our democratic rights.
November 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
I’ve been quiet on socials for a bit. Wondering where I’m positioned on latest in #Alberta #politics?
🧭 I’ll *always* be standing on the side - which shouldn’t be a ‘side’ or team colour - advocating for common good & #humanrights for all - incl #public #education + our democratic rights.
🧭 I’ll *always* be standing on the side - which shouldn’t be a ‘side’ or team colour - advocating for common good & #humanrights for all - incl #public #education + our democratic rights.
The rain has readied yard for digging, so yard planned today.
How are you spending the holiday?
How are you spending the holiday?
a woman cuts a tree branch with a chainsaw
ALT: a woman cuts a tree branch with a chainsaw
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May 19, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The rain has readied yard for digging, so yard planned today.
How are you spending the holiday?
How are you spending the holiday?
Along w/ a #Mother’sDay filled w/ food, time together & lots of laughs, my family gifted me a mid-century mod #typewriter in a vibrant coral colour. Isn’t she a beauty?! 😍
#unique #vintage #gift
#unique #vintage #gift
May 12, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Along w/ a #Mother’sDay filled w/ food, time together & lots of laughs, my family gifted me a mid-century mod #typewriter in a vibrant coral colour. Isn’t she a beauty?! 😍
#unique #vintage #gift
#unique #vintage #gift
Day 2 ANDP Convention highlight is finally meeting my friend @carlabecksk.bsky.social in person - after becoming online friends thru Twitter, connecting as advocates for public education! Loving the session w CB, @naheednenshi.bsky.social & Zane!
May 3, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Day 2 ANDP Convention highlight is finally meeting my friend @carlabecksk.bsky.social in person - after becoming online friends thru Twitter, connecting as advocates for public education! Loving the session w CB, @naheednenshi.bsky.social & Zane!
Wrapping up Day 1 at Alberta NDP Convention. Inspired & encouraged while listening to the Conversation between @naheednenshi.bsky.social & Marshall Ganz about hope that lies in our common #humanity and #connection. 🧡
#betterstartsnow #together #narrative #stories #listen
#betterstartsnow #together #narrative #stories #listen
May 2, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Wrapping up Day 1 at Alberta NDP Convention. Inspired & encouraged while listening to the Conversation between @naheednenshi.bsky.social & Marshall Ganz about hope that lies in our common #humanity and #connection. 🧡
#betterstartsnow #together #narrative #stories #listen
#betterstartsnow #together #narrative #stories #listen
Just arrived for my volunteer shift as a Scrutineer for the last shift on Election Day: the Vote Count!
See you all on the other side!
See you all on the other side!
April 29, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Just arrived for my volunteer shift as a Scrutineer for the last shift on Election Day: the Vote Count!
See you all on the other side!
See you all on the other side!
@markcarneyforpm.bsky.social is the leader Canada needs during these unsettling times.
April 9, 2025 at 2:38 AM
@markcarneyforpm.bsky.social is the leader Canada needs during these unsettling times.
❤️What are you doing this #valentinesday?
I’m caring for 2x teens whose 2x 4 wisdom teeth removed yesterday + watching cheesy romantic #movies w/ family.
What should we watch?
I’m caring for 2x teens whose 2x 4 wisdom teeth removed yesterday + watching cheesy romantic #movies w/ family.
What should we watch?
February 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM
❤️What are you doing this #valentinesday?
I’m caring for 2x teens whose 2x 4 wisdom teeth removed yesterday + watching cheesy romantic #movies w/ family.
What should we watch?
I’m caring for 2x teens whose 2x 4 wisdom teeth removed yesterday + watching cheesy romantic #movies w/ family.
What should we watch?
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As he has said all along, President Trump has issued tariffs that will wreak havoc on the Canadian economy, attacking the single most important trade relationship Canadians have with the world.
These tariffs will have a devastating impact on our jobs, our economy, and our way of life. /1
These tariffs will have a devastating impact on our jobs, our economy, and our way of life. /1
February 1, 2025 at 8:33 PM
As he has said all along, President Trump has issued tariffs that will wreak havoc on the Canadian economy, attacking the single most important trade relationship Canadians have with the world.
These tariffs will have a devastating impact on our jobs, our economy, and our way of life. /1
These tariffs will have a devastating impact on our jobs, our economy, and our way of life. /1
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Danielle Smith government fires AHS all directors, appoints an administrator as one-man board.
I feel we've written this before.
I feel we've written this before.
January 31, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Danielle Smith government fires AHS all directors, appoints an administrator as one-man board.
I feel we've written this before.
I feel we've written this before.
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“Among Alberta business leaders surveyed:
- 92 per cent want Canada and its premiers to present a united front against U.S. tariffs.
- 52 per cent say Canada should stop oil exports to the U.S. as a trade negotiation strategy”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
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- 92 per cent want Canada and its premiers to present a united front against U.S. tariffs.
- 52 per cent say Canada should stop oil exports to the U.S. as a trade negotiation strategy”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
discoverairdrie.com/articles/sur...
Survey: 96% of Alberta business leaders say Canada must retaliate on U.S. tariffs
According to a new KPMG survey on trade tensions between Canada and the U.S., a majority of Alberta business leaders say Canada should retaliate against U.S. tariffs, even if it causes economic pain. ...
discoverairdrie.com
January 31, 2025 at 3:44 PM
“Among Alberta business leaders surveyed:
- 92 per cent want Canada and its premiers to present a united front against U.S. tariffs.
- 52 per cent say Canada should stop oil exports to the U.S. as a trade negotiation strategy”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
discoverairdrie.com/articles/sur...
- 92 per cent want Canada and its premiers to present a united front against U.S. tariffs.
- 52 per cent say Canada should stop oil exports to the U.S. as a trade negotiation strategy”
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
discoverairdrie.com/articles/sur...
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“Deport them all”, “White lives matter”: messages on signs in St. Albert this weekend held by losers making N*zi salutes.
Don’t minimize this, Alberta.
Call this shit out.
Every time you see it.
That means our political leaders too. I’m looking at you, Danielle Smith.
Don’t minimize this, Alberta.
Call this shit out.
Every time you see it.
That means our political leaders too. I’m looking at you, Danielle Smith.
January 26, 2025 at 10:51 PM
“Deport them all”, “White lives matter”: messages on signs in St. Albert this weekend held by losers making N*zi salutes.
Don’t minimize this, Alberta.
Call this shit out.
Every time you see it.
That means our political leaders too. I’m looking at you, Danielle Smith.
Don’t minimize this, Alberta.
Call this shit out.
Every time you see it.
That means our political leaders too. I’m looking at you, Danielle Smith.
Reposted by Joan Chand’oiseau
SCOOP: John Conly, a Calgary physician, said he was not on the task force that advised govt to halt COVID vaccines, even though the report listed him as a contributor. Doctors across the country are calling the report bunk.
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Alberta physician listed on provincial COVID report says he doesn’t agree with findings, demands his name be removed
The Canadian Medical Association and the Alberta Medical Association have issued separate statements dismissing the $2-million project as ‘misinformation’
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January 28, 2025 at 1:21 AM
SCOOP: John Conly, a Calgary physician, said he was not on the task force that advised govt to halt COVID vaccines, even though the report listed him as a contributor. Doctors across the country are calling the report bunk.
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... W @alannasmith.bsky.social
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... W @alannasmith.bsky.social
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This week starts the celebrations for Lunar New Year across the province.
Join the NDP Caucus as we ring in the Year of the Snake 🐍 in Edmonton and Calgary.
Hope to see everyone there.
Register: www.albertasfuture.ca/events
Join the NDP Caucus as we ring in the Year of the Snake 🐍 in Edmonton and Calgary.
Hope to see everyone there.
Register: www.albertasfuture.ca/events
January 19, 2025 at 5:24 PM
This week starts the celebrations for Lunar New Year across the province.
Join the NDP Caucus as we ring in the Year of the Snake 🐍 in Edmonton and Calgary.
Hope to see everyone there.
Register: www.albertasfuture.ca/events
Join the NDP Caucus as we ring in the Year of the Snake 🐍 in Edmonton and Calgary.
Hope to see everyone there.
Register: www.albertasfuture.ca/events
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Every child in our province deserves a life of dignity and that starts with a great public education.
I’m proud to stand with our Educational Support Workers in Fort McMurray.
They deserve better. Alberta deserves better.
I’m proud to stand with our Educational Support Workers in Fort McMurray.
They deserve better. Alberta deserves better.
January 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Every child in our province deserves a life of dignity and that starts with a great public education.
I’m proud to stand with our Educational Support Workers in Fort McMurray.
They deserve better. Alberta deserves better.
I’m proud to stand with our Educational Support Workers in Fort McMurray.
They deserve better. Alberta deserves better.
📚What #books are you currently #reading?
Covenant of Water:
Audio
The Painted Drum:
Just finished
When We were Orphans:
Just started
#read #booklover #recommendations
Covenant of Water:
Audio
The Painted Drum:
Just finished
When We were Orphans:
Just started
#read #booklover #recommendations
January 18, 2025 at 8:32 PM
📚What #books are you currently #reading?
Covenant of Water:
Audio
The Painted Drum:
Just finished
When We were Orphans:
Just started
#read #booklover #recommendations
Covenant of Water:
Audio
The Painted Drum:
Just finished
When We were Orphans:
Just started
#read #booklover #recommendations
✨👓✨Looking to add to my Stylish Prescription #eyewear collection:
Oval, round, geometric, square?
Bold? Everyday? Colours?
Order online?
Fave brands/designers for 2025?
Pic of #glasses you love?
Pics in comments of some I am loving & some I already own!
#recommendations #style
Oval, round, geometric, square?
Bold? Everyday? Colours?
Order online?
Fave brands/designers for 2025?
Pic of #glasses you love?
Pics in comments of some I am loving & some I already own!
#recommendations #style
January 12, 2025 at 9:57 PM
✨👓✨Looking to add to my Stylish Prescription #eyewear collection:
Oval, round, geometric, square?
Bold? Everyday? Colours?
Order online?
Fave brands/designers for 2025?
Pic of #glasses you love?
Pics in comments of some I am loving & some I already own!
#recommendations #style
Oval, round, geometric, square?
Bold? Everyday? Colours?
Order online?
Fave brands/designers for 2025?
Pic of #glasses you love?
Pics in comments of some I am loving & some I already own!
#recommendations #style
Saying hello. Still trying to find my peeps on here…
January 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Saying hello. Still trying to find my peeps on here…
Trying to find my peeps by more regularly Checking in & saying hello!
January 6, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Trying to find my peeps by more regularly Checking in & saying hello!
Plumbing issue w/ sinks not draining. Hubby bought auger & now teaching 3 young adults how to troubleshoot problem. 🥰 Weirdly warms my heart, ya know?
January 5, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Plumbing issue w/ sinks not draining. Hubby bought auger & now teaching 3 young adults how to troubleshoot problem. 🥰 Weirdly warms my heart, ya know?
I’m still De-Christmasing & cleaning! Hoping it will help fam feel ready for back to routine.
When do you take seasonal decorations down?
When do you take seasonal decorations down?
January 5, 2025 at 8:02 PM
I’m still De-Christmasing & cleaning! Hoping it will help fam feel ready for back to routine.
When do you take seasonal decorations down?
When do you take seasonal decorations down?
Hello Bluesky!
Staying warm today & relaxing by #Crafting #handmade holiday #gifts. 🎁
#GUESS what pile of stringy material is + what it is to be repurposed as!!!? 🧶 GIF guesses accepted.
Can’t wait to read answers before I give hints! 😂
#craft #handcrafted #artisan #unique #upcycle
Staying warm today & relaxing by #Crafting #handmade holiday #gifts. 🎁
#GUESS what pile of stringy material is + what it is to be repurposed as!!!? 🧶 GIF guesses accepted.
Can’t wait to read answers before I give hints! 😂
#craft #handcrafted #artisan #unique #upcycle
November 30, 2024 at 8:06 PM