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RichardJR
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Proud grandfather to four amazing grandchildren.

Interests: history, politics, space science, electric guitar blues, environmental science, computing science, philosophy, heart-healthy recipes, vinyl recordings.

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🇨🇦 ALBERTA'S EMBARRASSING ROLE IN LOSING MEASLES ELIMINATION STATUS 🇨🇦

Dr. James Talbot, Alberta's former CMO of health, says the #UCP should be "embarrassed" by its role in Canada losing its #measles elimination status.

"My gut reaction is sadness," he told CBC News.

#AbLeg #AbHealth #AbPoli
1/7
🇨🇦 ALBERTA'S HEALTH CARE "EXPERIMENT": EXPERTS WARN THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS 🇨🇦

#Bill11 paves the way for a "dual practice" model, allowing doctors to work in both public & private systems.

The #UCP promises shorter wait times. Experts fear a system collapse.

#AbLeg #CdnHealth #Alberta
November 27, 2025 at 12:21 AM
1/5
🇨🇦 BOOM TURNS TO BUST: DRILLING RIGS GO QUIET ACROSS THE WEST 🇨🇦

North American oil has slumped below $60 US a barrel. The rigs are powering down.

A new industry report confirms the slowdown is here, and it is digging in for the long haul.

#CdnEnergy #AbLeg #BcPoli #Economy
November 27, 2025 at 12:11 AM
1/7
🇨🇦 CALGARY TRANSIT VIOLENCE SURGES 60% IN A DECADE 🇨🇦

A joint investigation reveals a stark reality for commuters.

While the city debates budgets, riders are keeping one earphone out, scanning for danger.

#yyc #Calgary #CdnNews
November 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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🇨🇦 A HOUSE DIVIDED: CARNEY'S PIPELINE GAMBLE RATTLES LIBERAL CAUCUS 🇨🇦

Prime Minister Mark Carney is poised to announce a "grand bargain" with Alberta—a new path for a pipeline to the B.C. coast.

But inside Ottawa, the friction is palpable.

#CdnPoli #BcPoli #AbLeg #CdnEnergy
November 26, 2025 at 11:45 PM
1/7
🇨🇦 OTTAWA STRIKES BACK: CARNEY UNVEILS "FIGHTING CHANCE" FOR STEEL AND LUMBER 🇨🇦

Caught in the crosshairs of a bruising trade war with the U.S., Prime Minister Mark #Carney has announced aggressive new protections.

The goal? Shield Canadian workers from 50% tariffs.

#CdnPoli #CanLab #TradeWar
November 26, 2025 at 11:35 PM
1/6
🇨🇦 ONTARIO’S EDUCATION SYSTEM FACES A SILENT DEMOGRAPHIC TIME BOMB 🇨🇦

While the Fall Economic Statement promises stability "for decades," it ignores a crisis brewing in the back of the classroom.

Young teachers are vanishing, and the workforce is aging—fast.

#OnEd #OnPoli #Education #Teachers
November 26, 2025 at 9:14 PM
1/6
🇨🇦 GLOBE & MAIL OPINION PIECE: SINGLE-TIER HEALTH CARE NO LONGER EXISTS 🇨🇦

Canadian health care as an ideal & institution exist in different universes.

We want an egalitarian system where no one buys better care, but we are protecting a ghost.

#CdnHealth #CdnPoli #AbPoli #Healthcare
November 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM
1/7
🇺🇸 🇨🇦 THE U.S. AMBASSADOR IS A MASTER OF THE DIPLOMATIC OFFENSIVE

Pete Hoekstra’s blunt style is sparking anger across Canada.

But The Globe’s editorial board argues his "casual bullying" might actually be doing the country a favor.

Here is why.

#CdnPoli #Diplomacy #UsPoli #Politics
November 26, 2025 at 5:39 PM
1/7
🇨🇦 RECALL PETITIONS MUSHROOM -- TIME FOR AN ALBERTA ELECTION 🇨🇦

2026 is shaping up to be a political minefield.

Rob Breakenridge argues that if the recall process is too much for Premier Smith to handle, there is a simple solution.

#AbLeg #Alberta #AbPoli #Politics #UCP #Recall
November 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
1/8
🇨🇦 OTTAWA REACHES DEAL WITH ONTARIO AND MANITOBA TO FAST-TRACK MAJOR PROJECTS 🇨🇦

Prime Minister Mark Carney is moving to accelerate resource development.

With U.S. trade uncertainty looming, Canada cannot afford to be slow.

Rendell & Stone report.

#CdnPoli #Economy #Politics #Infrastructure
November 26, 2025 at 6:48 AM
1/7
🌌 FIRST DIRECT EVIDENCE OF DARK MATTER MAY HAVE BEEN FOUND 🌌

Nearly a century of searching the cosmos might be over.

Prof Tomonori Totani claims to have glimpsed the invisible substance that binds our universe together.

Ian Sample reports.

#Science #Astronomy #DarkMatter #Physics
November 26, 2025 at 5:59 AM
1/7
🇨🇦 "LOOK WEST" GETS IT WRONG: EBY'S STRATEGY IS A PR BROCHURE FOR A PETRO-STATE 🇨🇦

Premier Eby's $20B "Look West" plan promises economic growth.

But economist Marc Lee argues it doubles down on #FossilFuels while ignoring the real drivers of well-being.

#BCPoli #Economy #Climate #Energy
November 26, 2025 at 12:46 AM
1/10
🇨🇦 GLEN CLARK: B.C. MAY RETURN TO MEGA-DAMS IF DEMAND SPIKES 🇨🇦

BC Hydro's chair says while #WindPower is the current focus, the province could eventually revisit massive #Hydroelectric projects—including the long-shelved Site E.

#BCHydro #CleanEnergy #SiteC #SiteE #BCPoli #Energy
November 26, 2025 at 12:28 AM
1/7
🇨🇦 ALBERTA TABLES BILL 12 TO SHIELD AIMCO & BLOCK GREENWASHING SUITS 🇨🇦

Premier Smith's government has introduced wide-ranging legislation to insulate the Crown investor from liability & protect companies from "unfair" climate lawsuits.

#Alberta #AbPoli #AIMCo #Greenwashing #Politics #Climate
November 26, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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🇨🇦 MANITOBA PREMIER KINEW "DISGUSTED" BY SERIAL KILLER'S RELEASE 🇨🇦

Premier Wab #Kinew has written to Prime Minister Mark #Carney demanding an urgent overhaul of #Sentencing and #Parole laws.

"The release of Mr. Lamb disgusts many Canadians, myself included."

#Manitoba #CdnPoli #Justice
November 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Majority of Canadians, in particular our First Nations DO NOT WANT THIS.

We don't work for the government, the government works for us.

We don't appease fascists, we teach them they don't get everything their way. Then, kick their asses to the curb when they don't comply, @mark-carney.bsky.social.
November 25, 2025 at 10:59 PM
1/8
🇨🇦 ALBERTA'S PIPELINE PUSH DREDGES UP PIPE DREAMS OF PROJECTS PAST 🇨🇦

As the province seeks a new route to the coast, three failed megaprojects loom large over the conversation.

Here is a look at what really killed #KeystoneXL, #EnergyEast, and #NorthernGateway.

#CdnPoli #Energy #Pipelines
November 25, 2025 at 11:03 PM
1/8
🇨🇦 DOUG FORD'S "BUY ONTARIO" ACT: FROM CAPTAIN CANADA TO "SELLING OUT CANADA" 🇨🇦

Ontario's new procurement law marks a radical shift.

The message? "Buy Ontario" first, Canada second.

Martin Regg Cohn argues it's a move straight from the #MAGA playbook.

#OnPoli #CdnPoli #Trade #Politics
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Public Service Announcement:

You don’t want to tick off teachers or nurses.

When strike action is needed, the two professions support each other.

Just FYI 😉
6/9 The recent teachers' strike is a major flashpoint.

Multiple petitions specifically cite the government's use of the notwithstanding clause to end the strike as proof of a disregard for democratic rights and collective bargaining.
November 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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🇨🇦 CARNEY FACES PIPELINE REVOLT AS ALBERTA DEAL LOOMS 🇨🇦

Prime Minister Mark #Carney is racing to finalize an energy pact with Alberta Premier Danielle #Smith.

But with no builder, fierce #B.C. opposition, and nervous #Liberal MPs, the hurdles are massive.

#CdnPoli #Energy #AbPoli #Politics
November 25, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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🇨🇦 UCP FACE RECALL TSUNAMI: 14 MLAs NOW TARGETED 🇨🇦

A mechanism designed by Jason Kenney to "empower citizens" has turned on his own party.

Fourteen United Conservative Party MLAs are now facing recall petitions from constituents.

#Alberta #AbPoli #RecallAct #UCP #Politics
November 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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🇨🇦 SOME CANADIANS ARE RICHER THAN EVER—MANY OTHERS ARE MISERABLE 🇨🇦

On paper, Stocks are up, and household wealth is 50% higher than pre-pandemic levels.

But the "vibecession" is real. Canadians are awash in economic negativity. The reason is simple: sticker shock.

#Economy #Inflation #Canada
November 25, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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🇨🇦 JUDGES DEFYING PARLIAMENT: PROTECTING OFFENDERS FROM DEPORTATION 🇨🇦

#Judges in too many cases are shielding #Non-citizens from the immigration consequences of their crimes.

The Globe's Editorial Board argues they are becoming "a law unto themselves."

#CdnPoli #Justice #Immigration
November 25, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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Nearly 6 million Canadians are now covered under our dental care plan — and they’re saving an average of $800 a year on dentist visits.

Find out more:
www.canada.ca/en/health-ca...
Canadian Dental Care Plan reaches new milestone as Government of Canada strengthens access to oral health care
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced that close to six million Canadians are now covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and can receive the dental care they...
www.canada.ca
November 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
1/8
🇺🇸 TRUMP PROMISED TO LOWER PRICES. HE IS MAKING THEM HIGHER. 🇺🇸

Americans are angry. #Inflation has risen to 3% since #Trump took office, and 68% disapprove of his #Economic handling.

His response? Denial ("We don't have any inflation") and dangerous gimmicks.

#Economics #Economy #Finance #US
November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM