Rev Barb
@revbarb.bsky.social
Chocolate and coffee lover. Retired Anglican priest. Prairie girl.
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Bike-lanes don’t cause traffic congestion.
Car dependency, dumb land-use sprawl, too many (& bigger) cars being driven too much taking up too much space, highly subsidized driving costs, and not enough choices in how to get around, ALL cause traffic congestion.
Think about it. THAT’S common sense.
Car dependency, dumb land-use sprawl, too many (& bigger) cars being driven too much taking up too much space, highly subsidized driving costs, and not enough choices in how to get around, ALL cause traffic congestion.
Think about it. THAT’S common sense.
December 5, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Bike-lanes don’t cause traffic congestion.
Car dependency, dumb land-use sprawl, too many (& bigger) cars being driven too much taking up too much space, highly subsidized driving costs, and not enough choices in how to get around, ALL cause traffic congestion.
Think about it. THAT’S common sense.
Car dependency, dumb land-use sprawl, too many (& bigger) cars being driven too much taking up too much space, highly subsidized driving costs, and not enough choices in how to get around, ALL cause traffic congestion.
Think about it. THAT’S common sense.
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If this many people in our community became homeless due to a natural disaster, the city would quickly mobilize to set up cots at the exhibition centre or the like. But victims of capitalism are left in the cold.
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Saskatoon asks people to report homeless encampments, citing safety concerns | CBC News
As temperatures plunge in Saskatoon, the city is asking people to report homeless encampments, citing safety concerns. But advocates say removing tents without enough spaces in shelters will leave peo...
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December 5, 2025 at 1:51 AM
If this many people in our community became homeless due to a natural disaster, the city would quickly mobilize to set up cots at the exhibition centre or the like. But victims of capitalism are left in the cold.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Minister Joly says feds will serve Stellantis with notice of default on funding contracts #Canada
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Joly says feds will serve Stellantis with notice of default on funding contracts | CBC News
The federal government is escalating its fight with automotive giant Stellantis over the company's decision to move some production to the U.S., despite receiving hundreds of millions of dollars in Ca...
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December 4, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Minister Joly says feds will serve Stellantis with notice of default on funding contracts #Canada
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Rempel Garner is the worst of the worst kind of politician.
I’ve never seen her in a positive or civil exchange with anyone.
She assumes she’ll be immigration minister if the CPC ever forms government. She would be completely lost.
I’ve never seen her in a positive or civil exchange with anyone.
She assumes she’ll be immigration minister if the CPC ever forms government. She would be completely lost.
'You are a very bad minister,' Conservative immigration critic says at tense committee meeting | CBC News
Immigration Minister Lena Diab sparred with her Conservative critic at a tense House of Commons committee meeting Thursday as the two disagreed on everything from immigration levels and deporting non-...
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December 5, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Rempel Garner is the worst of the worst kind of politician.
I’ve never seen her in a positive or civil exchange with anyone.
She assumes she’ll be immigration minister if the CPC ever forms government. She would be completely lost.
I’ve never seen her in a positive or civil exchange with anyone.
She assumes she’ll be immigration minister if the CPC ever forms government. She would be completely lost.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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Provinces are under-resourcing their court systems, and it's creating major problems for the justice system. But will anyone hold them to account?
Newfoundland and Labrador provincial courts adjourned ‘indefinitely’
Observers decry lack of explanation and transparency around the decision
https://nationalmagazine.ca/en-ca/articles/law/access-to-justice/2025/newfoundland_and_labrador_provincial_courts_adjourned_‘indefinitely
December 5, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Provinces are under-resourcing their court systems, and it's creating major problems for the justice system. But will anyone hold them to account?
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No one could’ve predicted that putting a lot of Opus Dei weirdos on the Supreme Court would end our democracy
December 4, 2025 at 11:52 PM
No one could’ve predicted that putting a lot of Opus Dei weirdos on the Supreme Court would end our democracy
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Two agreements with the uranium mining company Denison Mines has been signed with Metis Nation-Saskatchewan.
The agreements ensure Metis voices are included in mining decisions in northern Saskatchewan.
The agreements ensure Metis voices are included in mining decisions in northern Saskatchewan.
Metis Nation-Saskatchewan signs two agreements with uranium mining company | APTN News
YouTube video by APTN News
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December 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Two agreements with the uranium mining company Denison Mines has been signed with Metis Nation-Saskatchewan.
The agreements ensure Metis voices are included in mining decisions in northern Saskatchewan.
The agreements ensure Metis voices are included in mining decisions in northern Saskatchewan.
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The Girl Guides of Canada say: Be prepared to protect trans rights.
December 4, 2025 at 7:53 PM
The Girl Guides of Canada say: Be prepared to protect trans rights.
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Pastor Black: While I was in the middle of using the words of Jesus, they opened fire on me. It was so clear that they had been so poorly trained, or — the alternative — that they had been deliberately told to escalate violence against peaceful protesters.
December 5, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Pastor Black: While I was in the middle of using the words of Jesus, they opened fire on me. It was so clear that they had been so poorly trained, or — the alternative — that they had been deliberately told to escalate violence against peaceful protesters.
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Girl Guides of Canada has made a statement, likely in response to the cowardly decisions of Girlguiding UK. 🏳️⚧️
December 4, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Girl Guides of Canada has made a statement, likely in response to the cowardly decisions of Girlguiding UK. 🏳️⚧️
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On Dec. 4, 1977, CBC aired an animated special called A Cosmic Christmas.
It was one of the first productions by a Canadian studio that later brought us Inspector Gadget, The Edison Twins and The Care Bears.
It also led to the creation of Boba Fett.
This is the story.
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It was one of the first productions by a Canadian studio that later brought us Inspector Gadget, The Edison Twins and The Care Bears.
It also led to the creation of Boba Fett.
This is the story.
🧵1/10
December 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
On Dec. 4, 1977, CBC aired an animated special called A Cosmic Christmas.
It was one of the first productions by a Canadian studio that later brought us Inspector Gadget, The Edison Twins and The Care Bears.
It also led to the creation of Boba Fett.
This is the story.
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It was one of the first productions by a Canadian studio that later brought us Inspector Gadget, The Edison Twins and The Care Bears.
It also led to the creation of Boba Fett.
This is the story.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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Unlocked | Early retirement pitch to nearly 70,000 public servants outlines 120-day deadline to apply
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/1...
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Early retirement pitch to nearly 70,000 public servants outlines 120-day deadline to apply
Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada president Sean O’Reilly says he’s worried the incentive will lead to a ‘mass exodus’ of skilled government workers.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Unlocked | Early retirement pitch to nearly 70,000 public servants outlines 120-day deadline to apply
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/1...
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I think the blowback we’d see from universal mandates would be too damaging. But here’s what we can do: Respirators in healthcare; masks required on public transportation; air quality standards in all public buildings inc schools, daycares, restaurants; massive public education to enc vol’y use
November 16, 2025 at 8:53 PM
I think the blowback we’d see from universal mandates would be too damaging. But here’s what we can do: Respirators in healthcare; masks required on public transportation; air quality standards in all public buildings inc schools, daycares, restaurants; massive public education to enc vol’y use
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China continues to press ahead with increasingly impressive (and increasingly affordable) electric vehicles.
The Trump administration is cutting fuel efficiency standards and dreaming about bringing back faux wood-panelling.
The race here is already over.
The Trump administration is cutting fuel efficiency standards and dreaming about bringing back faux wood-panelling.
The race here is already over.
The shift to EVs is happening—fast. Manufacturers can either embrace the long-term transition or chase short-term gains by clinging to petrol and diesel.
China is choosing the long view. Many in Europe aren’t. The risk? Ending up with cars no one wants, lost market share, and shuttered factories.
China is choosing the long view. Many in Europe aren’t. The risk? Ending up with cars no one wants, lost market share, and shuttered factories.
December 4, 2025 at 9:06 PM
China continues to press ahead with increasingly impressive (and increasingly affordable) electric vehicles.
The Trump administration is cutting fuel efficiency standards and dreaming about bringing back faux wood-panelling.
The race here is already over.
The Trump administration is cutting fuel efficiency standards and dreaming about bringing back faux wood-panelling.
The race here is already over.
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Maybe it’s time we demand the provincial government and the Minister of Health do their jobs. If they value life and healthy citizens, they will act. If they’re more concerned about private for profit business, they won’t.
When someone shows you who they are, believe them.
When someone shows you who they are, believe them.
I expect this to be raised in Question Period today. Geoff Leo reports that the College of Physicians and Surgeons won’t investigate the Goodenowe Restorative Health Centre in Moose Jaw because it lacks the authority. It's up to the province
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College of Physicians and Surgeons won’t investigate Moose Jaw health centre because it lacks the authority | CBC News
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) has declined the provincial government’s request to investigate the Dr. Goodenowe Restorative Health Centre in Moose Jaw.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Maybe it’s time we demand the provincial government and the Minister of Health do their jobs. If they value life and healthy citizens, they will act. If they’re more concerned about private for profit business, they won’t.
When someone shows you who they are, believe them.
When someone shows you who they are, believe them.
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A Vatican study commission has determined that women should not be ordained as deacons.
The report left open the possibility of further study but proposed instead the creation of new lay ministries for women outside the ordained diaconate, suggesting the issue for now is closed.
jrnl.ie/6893980
The report left open the possibility of further study but proposed instead the creation of new lay ministries for women outside the ordained diaconate, suggesting the issue for now is closed.
jrnl.ie/6893980
Vatican commission opposes ordination of women as deacons but says 'further study' possible
The Commission proposed instead the creation of new lay ministries for women outside the ordained diaconate, suggesting that the issue for now is closed.
jrnl.ie
December 4, 2025 at 9:32 PM
A Vatican study commission has determined that women should not be ordained as deacons.
The report left open the possibility of further study but proposed instead the creation of new lay ministries for women outside the ordained diaconate, suggesting the issue for now is closed.
jrnl.ie/6893980
The report left open the possibility of further study but proposed instead the creation of new lay ministries for women outside the ordained diaconate, suggesting the issue for now is closed.
jrnl.ie/6893980
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Passive solar heating seems overlooked. I first read about it in The Western Producer when the University of Manitoba experimented with “Chinese Greenhouses.”
A guy near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan perfected it in the prairies. Alberta guy used his videos to go one step further. youtu.be/0x-1hLmAmBQ
A guy near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan perfected it in the prairies. Alberta guy used his videos to go one step further. youtu.be/0x-1hLmAmBQ
☀️The Most Efficient Greenhouse on Earth | $100/year to heat in -40C with Sand Battery Thermal Mass
YouTube video by Arkopia
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December 4, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Passive solar heating seems overlooked. I first read about it in The Western Producer when the University of Manitoba experimented with “Chinese Greenhouses.”
A guy near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan perfected it in the prairies. Alberta guy used his videos to go one step further. youtu.be/0x-1hLmAmBQ
A guy near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan perfected it in the prairies. Alberta guy used his videos to go one step further. youtu.be/0x-1hLmAmBQ
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Gee, that’s funny - here we’re into December, and the Canadian Coalition for “Firearm Rights” doesn’t seem to have come out with a 2026 Gunnie Girl Calendar, so far as one can see from here.
So here’s a look back at one of their past weirdnesses👇🏻
(Did they finally ‘get it’? 🤷🏼🤭🤷🏼)
So here’s a look back at one of their past weirdnesses👇🏻
(Did they finally ‘get it’? 🤷🏼🤭🤷🏼)
December 4, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Gee, that’s funny - here we’re into December, and the Canadian Coalition for “Firearm Rights” doesn’t seem to have come out with a 2026 Gunnie Girl Calendar, so far as one can see from here.
So here’s a look back at one of their past weirdnesses👇🏻
(Did they finally ‘get it’? 🤷🏼🤭🤷🏼)
So here’s a look back at one of their past weirdnesses👇🏻
(Did they finally ‘get it’? 🤷🏼🤭🤷🏼)
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Karoline Leavitt -a perfect parody
Karoline Leavitt -a perfect parody
22 Minutes on Instagram: "Next question. 🙄"
Stay informed about current events and get the latest news updates with our expert analysis of White House press briefings. In this video, we'll fact-check the President's claims, discuss media analys...
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December 4, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Karoline Leavitt -a perfect parody
Karoline Leavitt -a perfect parody
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"Once someone is fixated on the 'biology' of gender as the cause of—and solution to!—all life’s problems, they are already on the road toward white supremacy, and from there, toward fascism."
Another killer essay from @judedoyle.bsky.social
Another killer essay from @judedoyle.bsky.social
‘Biology’ is backlash | Xtra Magazine
Why do the arguments of men’s rights activists and TERFs sound so … similar?
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December 4, 2025 at 5:59 PM
"Once someone is fixated on the 'biology' of gender as the cause of—and solution to!—all life’s problems, they are already on the road toward white supremacy, and from there, toward fascism."
Another killer essay from @judedoyle.bsky.social
Another killer essay from @judedoyle.bsky.social
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Quebec legislators brainstorming ideas for which religion to scapegoat next (Podcast)
Quebec legislators brainstorming ideas for which religion to scapegoat next
“This ‘blame Muslims’ thing has been great, but we can’t ride that wave forever.” Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre, Clare Blackwood and Nile Seguin) talk about the fallout from the Pipeline MOU for C...
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December 4, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Quebec legislators brainstorming ideas for which religion to scapegoat next (Podcast)
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