Leanne Rathje 🇨🇦
@leerathje.bsky.social
Lover of dogs, camping & my hubby! I live in the best place, Vancouver Island! UFCW, NDP and gov't stuff.
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Last week, the King and Queen of Sweden headed to Canada for a state visit, with Queen Silvia bringing along some fascinating modern gala jewelry for a pair of black-tie dinners
Sparkling Canadian State Visit Jewels for Queen Silvia in Ottawa
Last week, the King and Queen of Sweden headed to Canada for a state visit, with Queen Silvia bringing along some fascinating modern gala jewelry for a pair of black-tie dinners
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November 25, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Last week, the King and Queen of Sweden headed to Canada for a state visit, with Queen Silvia bringing along some fascinating modern gala jewelry for a pair of black-tie dinners
Oh my gosh, @anandwrites.bsky.social . I just saw you on @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social and you were profound. "People with the least understanding of people decides what happens to people". PS, I'll post on X too, but please come back to Bluesky!
November 24, 2025 at 4:47 AM
Oh my gosh, @anandwrites.bsky.social . I just saw you on @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social and you were profound. "People with the least understanding of people decides what happens to people". PS, I'll post on X too, but please come back to Bluesky!
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It's weird to me that we all accept the idea that the news media has an obligation to be fair and balanced and honest and rigorous and stuff, but we don't expect the same standard from politicians, major corporations, podcasters, YouTubers, TikTok creators etc.
November 23, 2025 at 6:05 PM
It's weird to me that we all accept the idea that the news media has an obligation to be fair and balanced and honest and rigorous and stuff, but we don't expect the same standard from politicians, major corporations, podcasters, YouTubers, TikTok creators etc.
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Proud to join Movember leaders Michelle Terry, Jesse Shea, Todd Minerson & Paul Lacerte for a powerful night on men’s health. Too many men wait too long for help — we need a national strategy that saves lives and supports families. #Movember #MensHealth #Cdnpoli #Movember #MensHealth #MoCommunity
November 23, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Proud to join Movember leaders Michelle Terry, Jesse Shea, Todd Minerson & Paul Lacerte for a powerful night on men’s health. Too many men wait too long for help — we need a national strategy that saves lives and supports families. #Movember #MensHealth #Cdnpoli #Movember #MensHealth #MoCommunity
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Thanks to CBC On The Island guest-host Jason de Souza for the chance to explain why I abstained on the budget vote, with support of NDP Caucus.. I heard clearly from mayors, Chiefs & constituents: no election now. I won’t back a budget that falls short—but I’ll always bring your voices to Ottawa.
MP Johns speaks with CBC's Gregor Craigie about Federal Budget Abstention
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November 20, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Thanks to CBC On The Island guest-host Jason de Souza for the chance to explain why I abstained on the budget vote, with support of NDP Caucus.. I heard clearly from mayors, Chiefs & constituents: no election now. I won’t back a budget that falls short—but I’ll always bring your voices to Ottawa.
Many of us on the West Coast are aware of sea #wolves; they are grey wolves that are known for their #marine based diet....but who knew they could pull crab traps too!! www.youtube.com/watch?v=m83Q...
Video captures first evidence of possible tool-use by wolves in B.C.
YouTube video by The Canadian Press
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November 21, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Many of us on the West Coast are aware of sea #wolves; they are grey wolves that are known for their #marine based diet....but who knew they could pull crab traps too!! www.youtube.com/watch?v=m83Q...
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52,000 Canadians have died from a poisoned drug supply — one of the worst per-capita tolls in the world. Yet Budget 2025 has zero mention of the toxic-drug crisis. No plan, no timeline, no funding. I asked the government: when will it finally take this emergency seriously?
MP Johns: There is no mention of the toxic drug crisis in the 2025 budget
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November 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
52,000 Canadians have died from a poisoned drug supply — one of the worst per-capita tolls in the world. Yet Budget 2025 has zero mention of the toxic-drug crisis. No plan, no timeline, no funding. I asked the government: when will it finally take this emergency seriously?
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I was honoured to join New Democrats from across the province at the BC NDP Convention in Victoria. It was a great opportunity to stand with progressives who care deeply about social, environmental, and economic justice — and to connect with many supporters from Courtenay–Alberni who made the trip.
November 17, 2025 at 4:10 AM
I was honoured to join New Democrats from across the province at the BC NDP Convention in Victoria. It was a great opportunity to stand with progressives who care deeply about social, environmental, and economic justice — and to connect with many supporters from Courtenay–Alberni who made the trip.
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Thank you to Wayne Coulson for the shout-out! We’ve pushed hard for federal investment in a national aerial-firefighting fleet because communities need stronger initial-attack capability now. Coulson Aviation’s leadership keeps Canadians safer-let’s get this funded.#GordJohnsMP #BCWildfires #cdnpoli
November 17, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Thank you to Wayne Coulson for the shout-out! We’ve pushed hard for federal investment in a national aerial-firefighting fleet because communities need stronger initial-attack capability now. Coulson Aviation’s leadership keeps Canadians safer-let’s get this funded.#GordJohnsMP #BCWildfires #cdnpoli
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Friday I introduced legislation to end the discriminatory “Gold Digger” clause that denies survivor benefits to spouses who marry after 60. Veterans and families deserve dignity and fairness. It’s time to fix this injustice. #cdnpoli #veterans #FairnessForFamilies
MP Johns introduces Bill C-256, to eliminate "gold digger clause"
House of Commons, Bills and Motions November 7, 2025 MP Johns introduces Bill C-256, to eliminate "gold digger clause"
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November 11, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Friday I introduced legislation to end the discriminatory “Gold Digger” clause that denies survivor benefits to spouses who marry after 60. Veterans and families deserve dignity and fairness. It’s time to fix this injustice. #cdnpoli #veterans #FairnessForFamilies
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Honouring my friend and colleague Matt Jeneroux as he steps down from Parliament. We worked side-by-side on men’s mental health, including Fathers Day on the Hill. His “Hi Dad” work has opened space for connection and healing, . I’ll miss him in the House. Wishing him and his family the very best.
November 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Honouring my friend and colleague Matt Jeneroux as he steps down from Parliament. We worked side-by-side on men’s mental health, including Fathers Day on the Hill. His “Hi Dad” work has opened space for connection and healing, . I’ll miss him in the House. Wishing him and his family the very best.
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he College is calling for real solutions: more family doctors, team-based care, streamlined credentials, and less paperwork. This matches our NDP work on Doctors for Everyone — because family medicine is the backbone of our system. #cdnpoli #bcpoli #HealthCare #DoctorsForEveryone #GordJohnsMP
November 11, 2025 at 5:13 AM
he College is calling for real solutions: more family doctors, team-based care, streamlined credentials, and less paperwork. This matches our NDP work on Doctors for Everyone — because family medicine is the backbone of our system. #cdnpoli #bcpoli #HealthCare #DoctorsForEveryone #GordJohnsMP
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I don’t weigh in on Alberta politics — every province charts its own course. But the message from #ForeverCanadian resonates: we’re stronger together. Here in Courtenay–Alberni, our work in ship-recycling, local food, and climate-resilient forestry depends on a united Canada. Forever Canadian.
November 11, 2025 at 5:11 AM
I don’t weigh in on Alberta politics — every province charts its own course. But the message from #ForeverCanadian resonates: we’re stronger together. Here in Courtenay–Alberni, our work in ship-recycling, local food, and climate-resilient forestry depends on a united Canada. Forever Canadian.
@velshi.com I listened to your commentary on your dad running for election, & most importantly, the freedom to run. (PS Too bad he wasn't NDP!)I have worked MANY elections in Canada, & never understood why so many states have GOP running unapposed. Run for office BECAUSE YOU CAN! You might win!
November 8, 2025 at 5:24 PM
@velshi.com I listened to your commentary on your dad running for election, & most importantly, the freedom to run. (PS Too bad he wasn't NDP!)I have worked MANY elections in Canada, & never understood why so many states have GOP running unapposed. Run for office BECAUSE YOU CAN! You might win!
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If there are 77,000,000 of them, you might want to start trying.
November 3, 2025 at 4:26 AM
If there are 77,000,000 of them, you might want to start trying.
Wow! That was some wind today in the #ComoxValley! I'm relatively protected at my house, but you can hear the wind in this video! #wx
November 7, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Wow! That was some wind today in the #ComoxValley! I'm relatively protected at my house, but you can hear the wind in this video! #wx
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In the House today, I called out runaway corporate greed. While RBC made $16B, Loblaws $2B & Rogers $1.7B, families are being bled dry at the pump, the till & by rising bills. We need an excess-profits tax to fund housing, pharmacare, mental health & good jobs. #cdnpoli #FairShare
MP Johns slams corporate excess, calls for excess-profits tax in Budget
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November 4, 2025 at 9:33 PM
In the House today, I called out runaway corporate greed. While RBC made $16B, Loblaws $2B & Rogers $1.7B, families are being bled dry at the pump, the till & by rising bills. We need an excess-profits tax to fund housing, pharmacare, mental health & good jobs. #cdnpoli #FairShare
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Thank you @gordjohns.bsky.social for raising the issue of UK Frozen Pensions in such a succinct and effective way. I do taxes for dozens of impacted seniors - causes immense hardship and Canadian tax payers have to pick up the tab! www.facebook.com/share/v/1EmF...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Thank you @gordjohns.bsky.social for raising the issue of UK Frozen Pensions in such a succinct and effective way. I do taxes for dozens of impacted seniors - causes immense hardship and Canadian tax payers have to pick up the tab! www.facebook.com/share/v/1EmF...
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Huge congratulations to Shalaya Valenzuela of Tseshaht, winner of the national Tom Longboat Award. Silver in Paris with Canada’s Rugby 7s, a UBC champion, and a powerful role model for Indigenous athletes. Read more at Ha-Shilth-Sa. Go Shalaya! #TseshahtProud #IndigenousExcellence
November 5, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Huge congratulations to Shalaya Valenzuela of Tseshaht, winner of the national Tom Longboat Award. Silver in Paris with Canada’s Rugby 7s, a UBC champion, and a powerful role model for Indigenous athletes. Read more at Ha-Shilth-Sa. Go Shalaya! #TseshahtProud #IndigenousExcellence
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Hello welcome to bluesky. We have every kind of anti-government radical left of center, and also, baseball
November 2, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Hello welcome to bluesky. We have every kind of anti-government radical left of center, and also, baseball
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Voting CONservative has CONsequences
“We were told that there are no beds in inpatient and that Ben is actually number four on the list waiting for a bed,”
Healthcare in Alberta. First kids with cancer lost popsicles…
Now they’re losing actual cancer care.
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
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Healthcare in Alberta. First kids with cancer lost popsicles…
Now they’re losing actual cancer care.
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
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Boy with cancer’s chemo appointment cancelled amid Stollery space shortage | Globalnews.ca
An Edmonton mom said the Stollery Children's Hospital urgently needs to grow after a shortage of beds meant her son Ben was turned away from his scheduled chemotherapy treatment.
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November 2, 2025 at 3:51 AM
Voting CONservative has CONsequences
Will this game be won or lost on a video review??
November 2, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Will this game be won or lost on a video review??
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HANG IT IN THE LOUVRE
November 2, 2025 at 2:27 AM
HANG IT IN THE LOUVRE
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bro did a death drop like he’s lipsyncing for the crown
November 2, 2025 at 2:41 AM
bro did a death drop like he’s lipsyncing for the crown
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Watch Live: World Series Game 7 on Sportsnet
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November 2, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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