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B.C. has approved the PRGT pipeline, paving the way for construction to start — and setting the stage for what one First Nations leader warns could be a “long, hot summer” of conflict. #bcpoli via @writermjs.bsky.social @sobittersosweet.bsky.social thenarwhal.ca/prgt-pipelin...
B.C. approves PRGT pipeline, setting stage for conflict | The Narwhal
The green light for the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) pipeline could mean a ‘long, hot summer’ of conflict, one Indigenous leader warns
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June 5, 2025 at 11:04 PM
B.C. has approved the PRGT pipeline, paving the way for construction to start — and setting the stage for what one First Nations leader warns could be a “long, hot summer” of conflict. #bcpoli via @writermjs.bsky.social @sobittersosweet.bsky.social thenarwhal.ca/prgt-pipelin...
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Canadian evangelicals don’t have the same political clout as their U.S. cousins — 30% of the U.S. population identifies as evangelical compared with 10% in Canada — and they don’t have someone like Donald Trump to get behind. But that doesn’t stop many of them from seeking the same goal.
The Christian Movements That Want to End Canadian Self-Rule | The Tyee
Tracing the networks of pastors who get charity tax breaks while fomenting theocracy and surrender to the US.
thetyee.ca
June 3, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Canadian evangelicals don’t have the same political clout as their U.S. cousins — 30% of the U.S. population identifies as evangelical compared with 10% in Canada — and they don’t have someone like Donald Trump to get behind. But that doesn’t stop many of them from seeking the same goal.
Canadians deserve a better Internet. Tell your MP: Demand rights-respecting laws that tackle the worst online content & protect our freedom of expression. Take action now! openmedia.org/FixHarmsNow-bsky @OpenMediaOrg
Pass sensible online harms legislation NOW!
Canadians deserve a better Internet. Tell your MP: Demand rights-respecting laws that tackle the worst online content & protect our freedom of expression. Take action now! openmedia.org/FixHarmsNow-tw...
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May 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Canadians deserve a better Internet. Tell your MP: Demand rights-respecting laws that tackle the worst online content & protect our freedom of expression. Take action now! openmedia.org/FixHarmsNow-bsky @OpenMediaOrg
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Victoria’s first ‘Cat Walk’ struts in to bring purrs and love to feline fans
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May 21, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Victoria’s first ‘Cat Walk’ struts in to bring purrs and love to feline fans
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May 10, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Tell Prime Minister Carney to block Donald Trump’s billionaire donors from owning or building pipelines in Canada! #cdnpoli #PRGT www.dogwoodbc.ca/petitions/ca...
Prime Minister Carney: stop the American pipeline takeover
Tell Prime Minister Carney to block Donald Trump’s billionaire donors from owning or building pipelines in Canada! #cdnpoli #PRGT
www.dogwoodbc.ca
May 9, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Tell Prime Minister Carney to block Donald Trump’s billionaire donors from owning or building pipelines in Canada! #cdnpoli #PRGT www.dogwoodbc.ca/petitions/ca...
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Here are my fave LPs from 2025 so far:
Adrian Younge - Something About April III
Andy Bell - Pinball Wanderer
Art d'Ecco - Serene Demon
Astrobal - L'uomo e la Natura
Babe Rainbow - Slipper Imp and Shakaerator
Basia Bulat - Basia's Palace
Benjamin Booker - LOWER
Adrian Younge - Something About April III
Andy Bell - Pinball Wanderer
Art d'Ecco - Serene Demon
Astrobal - L'uomo e la Natura
Babe Rainbow - Slipper Imp and Shakaerator
Basia Bulat - Basia's Palace
Benjamin Booker - LOWER
March 20, 2025 at 8:27 AM
Here are my fave LPs from 2025 so far:
Adrian Younge - Something About April III
Andy Bell - Pinball Wanderer
Art d'Ecco - Serene Demon
Astrobal - L'uomo e la Natura
Babe Rainbow - Slipper Imp and Shakaerator
Basia Bulat - Basia's Palace
Benjamin Booker - LOWER
Adrian Younge - Something About April III
Andy Bell - Pinball Wanderer
Art d'Ecco - Serene Demon
Astrobal - L'uomo e la Natura
Babe Rainbow - Slipper Imp and Shakaerator
Basia Bulat - Basia's Palace
Benjamin Booker - LOWER
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@dorothywoodend.bsky.social: To be blunt, it’s not very fun living through history.
But documentaries are useful for context and even a grim comfort.
But documentaries are useful for context and even a grim comfort.
Four Films to Help the World Make Sense | The Tyee
History is like jazz, retracing what came before.
thetyee.ca
March 29, 2025 at 1:15 AM
@dorothywoodend.bsky.social: To be blunt, it’s not very fun living through history.
But documentaries are useful for context and even a grim comfort.
But documentaries are useful for context and even a grim comfort.
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“I’m trying to reconcile my heritage, progressive values and politics with the fact that Canada and the U.S. are now embroiled in a trade war.”
The Case for Community Care in a Time of Trump | The Tyee
Beyond ‘Team Canada,’ what forms does it take for you?
thetyee.ca
February 8, 2025 at 2:23 AM
“I’m trying to reconcile my heritage, progressive values and politics with the fact that Canada and the U.S. are now embroiled in a trade war.”
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I make a newsletter on international disability news and I need your help.
The two biggest challenges for a project like this are visibility and financing.
Please share, to help others find it.
And if you're comfortable, it runs on pay-what-you-can.
www.disabilitydebrief.org/debrief/open...
The two biggest challenges for a project like this are visibility and financing.
Please share, to help others find it.
And if you're comfortable, it runs on pay-what-you-can.
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December 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM
I make a newsletter on international disability news and I need your help.
The two biggest challenges for a project like this are visibility and financing.
Please share, to help others find it.
And if you're comfortable, it runs on pay-what-you-can.
www.disabilitydebrief.org/debrief/open...
The two biggest challenges for a project like this are visibility and financing.
Please share, to help others find it.
And if you're comfortable, it runs on pay-what-you-can.
www.disabilitydebrief.org/debrief/open...
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Lily Sánchez writes: "As long as doctors are willing to provide substandard care [because of U.S. abortion bans], women will continue to suffer and even die. And this is simply unacceptable. Doctors are going to have to start breaking these laws."
Doctors Should Put Caring for Their Patients Above Following the Law
Doctors are ethically required to provide healthcare that is consistent with modern medical standards. If the law requires them to provide worse care—such as what’s happening with restrictive abortion...
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December 19, 2024 at 2:42 AM
Lily Sánchez writes: "As long as doctors are willing to provide substandard care [because of U.S. abortion bans], women will continue to suffer and even die. And this is simply unacceptable. Doctors are going to have to start breaking these laws."
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In recent years, "atmospheric river" has become used much more frequently in scientific papers and in media coverage. According to experts who study climate and weather, a few reasons may explain why.
Atmospheric rivers aren't new. Why does it feel like we're hearing about them more?
In recent years, "atmospheric river" has become used much more frequently in scientific papers and in media coverage. According to experts who study climate and weather, a few reasons may explain why.
www.npr.org
November 23, 2024 at 7:37 PM
In recent years, "atmospheric river" has become used much more frequently in scientific papers and in media coverage. According to experts who study climate and weather, a few reasons may explain why.
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Wolf Parade Celebrate 20 Years of 'Apologies to the Queen Mary' with Canadian Tour
Wolf Parade Celebrate 20 Years of 'Apologies to the Queen Mary' with Canadian Tour
Wolf Parade released their debut album, 'Apologies to the Queen Mary,' in 2005 — which means it will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025
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November 19, 2024 at 9:35 PM
Wolf Parade Celebrate 20 Years of 'Apologies to the Queen Mary' with Canadian Tour
He's Back! Stephen Harper Touted to Manage Albertans' Pensions via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Opinion/2024...
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He’s Back! Stephen Harper Touted to Manage Albertans’ Pensions | The Tyee
Days after the UCP fired the AIMCo board, the former PM appears lined up to be the new chair. It’s a bad idea.
thetyee.ca
November 14, 2024 at 6:08 PM
He's Back! Stephen Harper Touted to Manage Albertans' Pensions via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Opinion/2024...
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