Lindsay
@tebe482.bsky.social
Weather & history nerd and lover of animals, books, fun facts & gifs!
People, Nature and the Planet fascinate me.
Politics today terrifies me.
Opinions are my own. She/Her.
Toronto 🇨🇦
People, Nature and the Planet fascinate me.
Politics today terrifies me.
Opinions are my own. She/Her.
Toronto 🇨🇦
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A win! Thank you to everyone who spoke out! After facing bipartisan resistance, the Senate Parliamentarian, ruled that Sen. Mike Lee’s proposal to sell off millions of acres of federal land cannot be included under reconciliation rules.
June 24, 2025 at 10:43 PM
A win! Thank you to everyone who spoke out! After facing bipartisan resistance, the Senate Parliamentarian, ruled that Sen. Mike Lee’s proposal to sell off millions of acres of federal land cannot be included under reconciliation rules.
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Going to need to send a message to your Councillor in the lead up to the Jun 25 council meeting.
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
June 13, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Going to need to send a message to your Councillor in the lead up to the Jun 25 council meeting.
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
If it's a unique communication even better. Send to your Councillor, clerks, and Mayor.
www.moreneighbours.ca/campaign-six...
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Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
The federal government is set to announce details of its promised 'Canada Strong Pass' next week and the tourism initiative is expected to take effect later this month.
www.ctvnews.ca
June 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
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Canadians make up the largest proportion—nearly 28 percent—of international travelers visiting Florida. They also comprise the largest number of international visitors for the entire United States.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
Canadians have cooled on US travel
Mexico is looking like a much better option.
www.motherjones.com
June 3, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Canadians make up the largest proportion—nearly 28 percent—of international travelers visiting Florida. They also comprise the largest number of international visitors for the entire United States.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
But that comfortable relationship may be taking a turn.
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“I think this says that they will not tolerate us being active participants in our democracy—they want an autocracy,” Emily Feiner told Mother Jones.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
May 6, 2025 at 8:45 PM
“I think this says that they will not tolerate us being active participants in our democracy—they want an autocracy,” Emily Feiner told Mother Jones.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
Meet the 64-year-old retired social worker who went viral after being forcibly removed from her representative's town hall.
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If you’re in line when the polls close, stay in line. You can still cast your ballot. Your vote matters.
April 28, 2025 at 11:01 PM
If you’re in line when the polls close, stay in line. You can still cast your ballot. Your vote matters.
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It’s Election Day, Canada.
Go vote Canada Strong.
Go vote Canada Strong.
April 28, 2025 at 11:23 AM
It’s Election Day, Canada.
Go vote Canada Strong.
Go vote Canada Strong.
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We sat down w @thegreenlineto.bsky.social to discuss what to do if the unfortunate occurs and you're struck by a motorist on your bike. Know your rights friends!
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
April 3, 2025 at 2:34 PM
We sat down w @thegreenlineto.bsky.social to discuss what to do if the unfortunate occurs and you're struck by a motorist on your bike. Know your rights friends!
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
Check out the full article and videos here:
thegreenline.to/guide/hit-by...
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If you're looking for a fascinating evening in May in Canada, I highly recommend Alice Roberts. She sees the history of all of us like no one I know.
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
March 31, 2025 at 1:54 PM
If you're looking for a fascinating evening in May in Canada, I highly recommend Alice Roberts. She sees the history of all of us like no one I know.
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
(tour details: alice-roberts.co.uk/tour @profaliceroberts.bsky.social)
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In light of recent anti-cyclist policing, we wanted to share our Cycling & the Police Guide:
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
Cycling & Police Guide
For the safety of our community, we are putting a warning out to cyclists and offering a guide to help navigate interactions with police.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca
March 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
In light of recent anti-cyclist policing, we wanted to share our Cycling & the Police Guide:
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/cycling...
As we have seen in Toronto, police have recently been targeting/ticketing cyclists. Thanks to MDC for the collab.
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Round two of our long-duration ice storm will kick into gear Saturday night into Sunday across a large swath of Ontario. Additional power outages are likely. #ONStorm
Second round of prolonged ice storm building across Ontario - The Weather Network
More than 100,000 homes and businesses lost power on Saturday amid widespread, persistent freezing rain
www.theweathernetwork.com
March 30, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Round two of our long-duration ice storm will kick into gear Saturday night into Sunday across a large swath of Ontario. Additional power outages are likely. #ONStorm
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#RECALL: Velvet Caviar recalls about 90K Wireless Portable Power Banks with lithium-ion batteries due to fire and burn hazards. The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat and ignite. Get free replacement. CONTACT: velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsaf...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
March 20, 2025 at 1:49 PM
#RECALL: Velvet Caviar recalls about 90K Wireless Portable Power Banks with lithium-ion batteries due to fire and burn hazards. The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can overheat and ignite. Get free replacement. CONTACT: velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsaf...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
More: cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025...
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Deeply concerning news about our friend and former BF teammate Rebecca Burke whose backpacking trip to the US has ended with her being detained by ICE for over ten days, with no clear timeline for her release. Please read her father's statement here: www.facebook.com/paulrburke
March 9, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Deeply concerning news about our friend and former BF teammate Rebecca Burke whose backpacking trip to the US has ended with her being detained by ICE for over ten days, with no clear timeline for her release. Please read her father's statement here: www.facebook.com/paulrburke
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Exclusive: Ben & Jerry’s founders expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever
Ben & Jerry’s Founders Discuss Buying Back Brand From Unilever
The founders of Ben & Jerry’s have expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever Plc, according to people familiar with the matter.
www.bloomberg.com
February 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Exclusive: Ben & Jerry’s founders expressed interest in buying back their namesake ice cream brand from Unilever
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What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
US President Donald Trump’s new agency is tasked with slashing costs - but faces opposition.
www.bbc.com
February 14, 2025 at 1:22 AM
What is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
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1/ With a federal election on the horizon🗳️, I'm diving into the last 20+ Years of Legislation (since Poilievre entered HOC).
From bills that passed with royal assent to those that didn't make it past first reading, this thread explores what they tell us about those vying to lead Canada.🍁🧵 #cdnpoli
From bills that passed with royal assent to those that didn't make it past first reading, this thread explores what they tell us about those vying to lead Canada.🍁🧵 #cdnpoli
December 30, 2024 at 11:32 PM
1/ With a federal election on the horizon🗳️, I'm diving into the last 20+ Years of Legislation (since Poilievre entered HOC).
From bills that passed with royal assent to those that didn't make it past first reading, this thread explores what they tell us about those vying to lead Canada.🍁🧵 #cdnpoli
From bills that passed with royal assent to those that didn't make it past first reading, this thread explores what they tell us about those vying to lead Canada.🍁🧵 #cdnpoli
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Why you should power off your phone once a week - according to the NSA www.zdnet.com/article/why-... via @ZDNET
Why you should power off your phone once a week - according to the NSA
This simple action can make it more difficult for hackers to steal information from your phone. Here's why and what else to know.
www.zdnet.com
December 5, 2024 at 5:53 AM
Why you should power off your phone once a week - according to the NSA www.zdnet.com/article/why-... via @ZDNET
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Starter list of Toronto's elected politicians +.
Please welcome to Bluesky: Nate Erskine, Andrea Hazell, Jill Andrews, Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, Marco Mendocino, Jean Yip, Shaun Chen, Bill Blair, Kevin Vuong, Christian Freeland, and Ahmed Hussen.
Let me know who I missed!
go.bsky.app/GQreNfW
Please welcome to Bluesky: Nate Erskine, Andrea Hazell, Jill Andrews, Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, Marco Mendocino, Jean Yip, Shaun Chen, Bill Blair, Kevin Vuong, Christian Freeland, and Ahmed Hussen.
Let me know who I missed!
go.bsky.app/GQreNfW
December 4, 2024 at 1:14 AM
Starter list of Toronto's elected politicians +.
Please welcome to Bluesky: Nate Erskine, Andrea Hazell, Jill Andrews, Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, Marco Mendocino, Jean Yip, Shaun Chen, Bill Blair, Kevin Vuong, Christian Freeland, and Ahmed Hussen.
Let me know who I missed!
go.bsky.app/GQreNfW
Please welcome to Bluesky: Nate Erskine, Andrea Hazell, Jill Andrews, Michael Coteau, Rob Oliphant, Marco Mendocino, Jean Yip, Shaun Chen, Bill Blair, Kevin Vuong, Christian Freeland, and Ahmed Hussen.
Let me know who I missed!
go.bsky.app/GQreNfW
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Bill 212 is now law, and it’s worse than we ever imagined. This anti-bike lane legislation will put lives at risk by removing bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge, and University—three of Toronto’s busiest and most critical cycling corridors.
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December 3, 2024 at 9:24 PM
Bill 212 is now law, and it’s worse than we ever imagined. This anti-bike lane legislation will put lives at risk by removing bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge, and University—three of Toronto’s busiest and most critical cycling corridors.
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People out here describing protected bike lanes and pedestrianization as massive social engineering project as if the automobile's takeover of American cities was a natural weather event
November 25, 2024 at 6:49 PM
People out here describing protected bike lanes and pedestrianization as massive social engineering project as if the automobile's takeover of American cities was a natural weather event
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NEW: Long before Premier Ford announced plans for a tunnel under the 401, a Canadian construction firm was privately pitching the same idea - and even submitted its plans to the province.
Here’s what we’ve learned.
globalnews.ca/news/10887503/…#onpolili
Here’s what we’ve learned.
globalnews.ca/news/10887503/…#onpolili
How a Hwy. 401 tunnel went from private proposal to government policy | Globalnews.ca
Global News has learned that, in 2019, the construction firm Aecon submitted an unsolicited proposal to Ontario's Ministry of Infrastructure pitching a tunnel under Highway 401.
https://globalnews.ca/news/10887503/…
November 26, 2024 at 11:52 AM
NEW: Long before Premier Ford announced plans for a tunnel under the 401, a Canadian construction firm was privately pitching the same idea - and even submitted its plans to the province.
Here’s what we’ve learned.
globalnews.ca/news/10887503/…#onpolili
Here’s what we’ve learned.
globalnews.ca/news/10887503/…#onpolili
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The fix was in to close the Ontario Scinece Centre, all to justify a taxpayer funded MegaSpa. Infrastructure Ontario, Premier Office ‘worked with’ engineering firm ahead of science centre closure report globalnews.ca/news/1087967... #topoli #onpoli
Infrastructure Ontario ‘worked with’ engineering firm ahead of science centre closure report | Globalnews.ca
The government said the decision to close the science centre was made by its board of directors but a news release announcing the plan was written a week earlier.
globalnews.ca
November 21, 2024 at 1:16 PM
The fix was in to close the Ontario Scinece Centre, all to justify a taxpayer funded MegaSpa. Infrastructure Ontario, Premier Office ‘worked with’ engineering firm ahead of science centre closure report globalnews.ca/news/1087967... #topoli #onpoli