JanFromTheBruce 🍁
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| Education & Community Leader | Seven-times elected School Trustee for Kincardine & Huron-Kinloss | Vice-Chair of BluewaterDSB | she/her | Courage my friends.
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Here's my dad Jack McIntyre at Remember Day 2006 at the Kincardine Legion McDonald Br. 183 #RemembranceDay
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Two babies were born in New York within a year of each other, soon after WWII.
One, Rob Reiner, lived a life of humanity and achievement. He brought us delight and joy. His memory will be a blessing.
The other, Donald Trump, will be remembered as an embarrassment to our nation.
One, Rob Reiner, lived a life of humanity and achievement. He brought us delight and joy. His memory will be a blessing.
The other, Donald Trump, will be remembered as an embarrassment to our nation.
December 15, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Two babies were born in New York within a year of each other, soon after WWII.
One, Rob Reiner, lived a life of humanity and achievement. He brought us delight and joy. His memory will be a blessing.
The other, Donald Trump, will be remembered as an embarrassment to our nation.
One, Rob Reiner, lived a life of humanity and achievement. He brought us delight and joy. His memory will be a blessing.
The other, Donald Trump, will be remembered as an embarrassment to our nation.
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WATCH: Replica of Statue of Liberty toppled by strong winds in Guaíba, Porto Alegre, Brazil.
December 15, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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A million Muslims live in New York City. We belong here, as does every other New Yorker.
This is vile Islamophobia from the Councilwoman and it has no place in our city.
This is vile Islamophobia from the Councilwoman and it has no place in our city.
December 15, 2025 at 10:25 PM
A million Muslims live in New York City. We belong here, as does every other New Yorker.
This is vile Islamophobia from the Councilwoman and it has no place in our city.
This is vile Islamophobia from the Councilwoman and it has no place in our city.
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This is what Presidential Leadership looks like at the time of an unfathomable American tragedy.
#BarackObama
#BarackObama
December 15, 2025 at 8:20 PM
This is what Presidential Leadership looks like at the time of an unfathomable American tragedy.
#BarackObama
#BarackObama
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Trump's comment about Rob Reiner, a beloved American, really demonstrates the rottenness of his character.
December 15, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Trump's comment about Rob Reiner, a beloved American, really demonstrates the rottenness of his character.
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A recent study concludes that the uninhibited pumping of groundwater by farmers, cities and corporations around the world now accounts for 68% of the total loss of fresh water at the latitudes where most people live.
(Published July 2025)
(Published July 2025)
“Staggering” Water Loss Driven by Groundwater Mining Poses Global Threat
A new study finds that freshwater resources are rapidly disappearing, creating arid “mega” regions and causing sea levels to rise.
www.propublica.org
December 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A recent study concludes that the uninhibited pumping of groundwater by farmers, cities and corporations around the world now accounts for 68% of the total loss of fresh water at the latitudes where most people live.
(Published July 2025)
(Published July 2025)
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Officials say the discovery of ISIS flags at the scene of the attack on Bondi Beach serves as a reminder that the Islamic State continues to inspire violence on a global scale with more frequency than other terror organizations.
Black flag of ISIS surfaces again as group continues to be tied to attacks
The attack in Sydney shows how the Islamic State continues to inspire violence on a global scale with more frequency than other terrorist groups, officials say.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Officials say the discovery of ISIS flags at the scene of the attack on Bondi Beach serves as a reminder that the Islamic State continues to inspire violence on a global scale with more frequency than other terror organizations.
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Religious extremists always want to polarize society into in-groups and out-groups
They want to trigger backlashes against others who look like them because they think it drives more people to their side
People like Ahmed al Ahmed complicate narratives that seek to perpetuate cycles of violence
They want to trigger backlashes against others who look like them because they think it drives more people to their side
People like Ahmed al Ahmed complicate narratives that seek to perpetuate cycles of violence
Hero who wrestled gun from terrorist says he’d do it again despite being ‘riddled with bullets’
Despite Ahmed al Ahmed being in a lot of pain, according to his migration lawyer, he felt as if disarming the gunman at Bondi was an act for the community.
www.smh.com.au
December 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Religious extremists always want to polarize society into in-groups and out-groups
They want to trigger backlashes against others who look like them because they think it drives more people to their side
People like Ahmed al Ahmed complicate narratives that seek to perpetuate cycles of violence
They want to trigger backlashes against others who look like them because they think it drives more people to their side
People like Ahmed al Ahmed complicate narratives that seek to perpetuate cycles of violence
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The LCBO will finally replace a Quebec paper bag maker with an Ontario alternative next summer.
It's a decision its CEO appears to have weighed in on just once in more than a year, despite the province ordering the Crown corporation to replace the contract ASAP in 2024. #Onpoli
It's a decision its CEO appears to have weighed in on just once in more than a year, despite the province ordering the Crown corporation to replace the contract ASAP in 2024. #Onpoli
December 15, 2025 at 11:08 PM
The LCBO will finally replace a Quebec paper bag maker with an Ontario alternative next summer.
It's a decision its CEO appears to have weighed in on just once in more than a year, despite the province ordering the Crown corporation to replace the contract ASAP in 2024. #Onpoli
It's a decision its CEO appears to have weighed in on just once in more than a year, despite the province ordering the Crown corporation to replace the contract ASAP in 2024. #Onpoli
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During the winter, life was tough in the many fur trading forts that dotted the landscape of present-day Canada centuries ago.
For a brief moment though, Christmas offered a welcome respite with food and celebrations.
These are some Christmas fur trade stories.
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For a brief moment though, Christmas offered a welcome respite with food and celebrations.
These are some Christmas fur trade stories.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:02 PM
During the winter, life was tough in the many fur trading forts that dotted the landscape of present-day Canada centuries ago.
For a brief moment though, Christmas offered a welcome respite with food and celebrations.
These are some Christmas fur trade stories.
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For a brief moment though, Christmas offered a welcome respite with food and celebrations.
These are some Christmas fur trade stories.
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This is not the America I grew up with.
July 13, 2025 at 4:40 PM
This is not the America I grew up with.
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Booommm 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥
Footage of Ukrainian forces shooting down Russian Shahed attack drones over the city of Odesa this week.
Footage of Ukrainian forces shooting down Russian Shahed attack drones over the city of Odesa this week.
December 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Booommm 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥
Footage of Ukrainian forces shooting down Russian Shahed attack drones over the city of Odesa this week.
Footage of Ukrainian forces shooting down Russian Shahed attack drones over the city of Odesa this week.
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Happy #Hanukkah to all who celebrate. Blind the haters with your shining light.
a menorah with one lit candle and a shooting star in the sky
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December 14, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Happy #Hanukkah to all who celebrate. Blind the haters with your shining light.
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Marie-Anne Gaboury is considered by some to be the first female voyageur.
She taught herself to read and write in French and Latin, and studied mathematics in her spare time.
The grandmother of Louis Riel, she became an important figure in the Red River area.
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She taught herself to read and write in French and Latin, and studied mathematics in her spare time.
The grandmother of Louis Riel, she became an important figure in the Red River area.
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December 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Marie-Anne Gaboury is considered by some to be the first female voyageur.
She taught herself to read and write in French and Latin, and studied mathematics in her spare time.
The grandmother of Louis Riel, she became an important figure in the Red River area.
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She taught herself to read and write in French and Latin, and studied mathematics in her spare time.
The grandmother of Louis Riel, she became an important figure in the Red River area.
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On this day in 1964, Parliament voted 163-78 to accept the new Canadian flag. The House of Commons rose and sang O Canada. Diefenbaker stayed seated and sang God Save The Queen.
Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
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December 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
On this day in 1964, Parliament voted 163-78 to accept the new Canadian flag. The House of Commons rose and sang O Canada. Diefenbaker stayed seated and sang God Save The Queen.
Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
buff.ly/ciP2tuf
Learn more in my Deep Dive 👇
buff.ly/ciP2tuf
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Happy birthday to Chantal Petitclerc, born on this day 1969 in Saint-Marc-des-Carrières, Quebec. At the Paralympics she won 14 gold, five silver and two bronze in wheelchair racing.
She has been a Senator since 2016 and is a member of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
She has been a Senator since 2016 and is a member of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
December 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Happy birthday to Chantal Petitclerc, born on this day 1969 in Saint-Marc-des-Carrières, Quebec. At the Paralympics she won 14 gold, five silver and two bronze in wheelchair racing.
She has been a Senator since 2016 and is a member of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
She has been a Senator since 2016 and is a member of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
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I think this pic of the prof and #sophiefromromania will be in Sophie’s 2027 calendar - meanwhile hurry to get the 2026 calendar and support @cureparkinsons.org.uk shop closes 9:39 am Monday
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December 14, 2025 at 8:52 AM
I think this pic of the prof and #sophiefromromania will be in Sophie’s 2027 calendar - meanwhile hurry to get the 2026 calendar and support @cureparkinsons.org.uk shop closes 9:39 am Monday
cureparkinsonsshop.com/products/sop...
cureparkinsonsshop.com/products/sop...
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'Tis the Season
Robbie Craig
n.d.
Robbie Craig
n.d.
December 15, 2025 at 12:30 PM
'Tis the Season
Robbie Craig
n.d.
Robbie Craig
n.d.
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When it comes to the Christmas season in French Canada, one dish that is always loved is Tourtière.
It is a delicious dish, and its history dates back to the earliest days of New France.
This is the history of Tourtière!
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It is a delicious dish, and its history dates back to the earliest days of New France.
This is the history of Tourtière!
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December 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
When it comes to the Christmas season in French Canada, one dish that is always loved is Tourtière.
It is a delicious dish, and its history dates back to the earliest days of New France.
This is the history of Tourtière!
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It is a delicious dish, and its history dates back to the earliest days of New France.
This is the history of Tourtière!
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WATCH: The Progressive Conservatives have extended the winter break after shortening the fall sitting. Critics say it's a move to artificially create urgency so laws can be rushed through. #OnPoli
December 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
WATCH: The Progressive Conservatives have extended the winter break after shortening the fall sitting. Critics say it's a move to artificially create urgency so laws can be rushed through. #OnPoli
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The vile antisemitic terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach that took the lives of 11 people was an unspeakable act of hate and violence. To target people gathered in faith and joy is hate in its most violent form.
December 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
The vile antisemitic terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach that took the lives of 11 people was an unspeakable act of hate and violence. To target people gathered in faith and joy is hate in its most violent form.