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Chris McClure 🇨🇦 @chrisjmcclure.bsky.social · 12h

A reminder to people to double check who the Calgary School board trustee candidates are really backing #yyc #yyccc #ableg #calgaryvotes

The Sprawl @sprawlcalgary.bsky.social · 28d

NEW STORY: The push to 'conservatize' Calgary's public school board. Six CBE trustee candidates have campaign materials that look identical—so we took a closer look. #yyccc #ableg

The push to ‘conservatize’ Calgary’s public school board | The Sprawl

Not a slate, candidates say.

www.sprawlcalgary.com

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Hon. Thomas A. Lukaszuk @lukaszukab.bsky.social · 1d

We are so close to our goal. Please, look up your closest petition signing location on this website and take a minute to add your name to the list of proud Canadians.

Our #ForeverCanadian volunteers are at 68 locations across Alberta. Find them here:

www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet...

Forever Canadian Official Campaign Website

Forever Canadian campaign is a grassroots coalition of Canadians aimed at reinforcing Canadian unity. It is a proactive vehicle to secure Alberta's continued place in Canada.

www.forever-canadian.ca

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 1d

I find it strange that American media has largely decided to describe direct threats to annex our country and destroy our economy as "hurtful comments".

The non-reaction of Americans, and especially the centre-left and centre-right, was a wake up call that will reverberate here for decades.

Brian Pincott @bpincott.bsky.social · 1d

Missing the point, completely. 🛫 www.cnn.com/2025/10/13/b...

Canada’s boycott America movement is hurting innocent bystanders | CNN Business

Virginia Distillery CEO Gareth Moore was bullish on his company’s American single malt whisky sales north of the border when 2025 kicked off.

www.cnn.com

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 1d

The Notwithstanding Clause has always threatened personal freedoms in Canada. Political consequences once limited its use, but today’s chaotic, fragmented media makes it easier to get away with. Now its use is becoming routine and increasingly draconian.

We need to speak out. transactionalberta.ca

URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 1d

Now that competition in the grocery sector is dead, this is an idea whose time has come. breachmedia.ca/why-canada-n...

Why Canada needs public grocery stores ⋆ The Breach

Food analyst Aaron Vansintjan explains how a public food network could transform Canada

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Cat @kitkatnorthof60.bsky.social · 8d

We have so much going on in Alberta but let’s not forget that Danielle Smith & UCP are attacking trans kids and their families. Please consider signing the petition and, if possible, make a small donation.
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URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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Amy who? @amyhua.bsky.social · 5d

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If you’re in Alberta and want to help protect vulnerable trans youth, please sign this petition.

URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 4d

If Danielle Smith can so easily strip away the Charter Rights of one group, we all have to ask ourselves... who's next?

It's time to speak out and defend Canadians hard-fought rights and freedoms from these attacks.

Start by signing up here: transactionalberta.ca

URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 4d

If Danielle Smith can so easily strip away the Charter Rights of one group, we all have to ask ourselves... who's next?

It's time to speak out and defend Canadians hard-fought rights and freedoms from these attacks.

Start by signing up here: transactionalberta.ca

URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

transactionalberta.ca

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Brittlestar @brittlestar.com · 4d

Oh man… the ceasefire was for nothing!

The Independent @the-independent.com · 4d

Trump fails in bid to win Nobel Peace Prize as Maria Corina Machado wins 2025 honour

Trump fails in bid for Nobel Peace Prize as surprise winner announced

www.independent.co.uk

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The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 5d

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

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Ghouly Hoye 🇨🇦 👻 @hollyhoye.bsky.social · 5d

“Fraser said it would be "unimaginable" for a federal government to steer clear of a case affecting Charter rights that will have lasting impacts and suggested the premiers' argument is "untenable."”

Hard agree.

🦋 𝕮𝖍𝖗𝖎𝖘 𝕿𝖍𝖔𝖗𝖓𝖊® @thorchrs.bsky.social · 5d

👇🇨🇦"Justice minister rejects premiers' request to pull out of notwithstanding clause case" #NotwithstandingClause #JusticeMinisterSeanFraser #CharterOfRightsAndFreedoms #Canada

Justice minister rules out withdrawing legal submission on notwithstanding clause | CBC News

Justice Minister Sean Fraser rejected calls from five premiers for Ottawa to withdraw its legal argument calling for limits on the use of the Constitution's notwithstanding clause.

www.cbc.ca

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Erin @erinaline.bsky.social · 13d

sign the petition | send a direct letter | make a donation

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URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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Jemessica 🇨🇦 @dawghaus.protects.earth · 12d

Alberta’s UCP gov’t is threatening to use the notwithstanding clause to strip rights from trans and gender-diverse youth.

Every Albertan deserves dignity, safety, and equality under the Charter. We can’t let this stand. #abpoli

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URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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NovaQuartz001 @novaquartz01.bsky.social · 12d

transactionalberta.ca We need more people from our province to stand up for what is right! #alberta

URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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🦊🇨🇦Foxy Ashley🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇺🇦 @foxyoflylat.bsky.social · 11d

Fighting for Trans Rights in Alberta, Canada!

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URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

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𝑸𝒖𝒐🍁 @quomp.bsky.social · 8d

Not big on petitions but I like the letter writing campaign. Cc'd to Nenshi (opposition leader) 🤌🏼 Harder to ignore.

#ABpoli #Canpoli #ProtectTransKids
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URGENT: Stop Alberta's Premier From Overriding Charter Rights of Trans Youth

Healthcare is a right, protected by evidence, compassion, and core Canadian values.

transactionalberta.ca

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 10d

Danielle Smith wants to weaken public education in favour of private schools, religious schools, and homeschooling. It's the same agenda as US Republicans.

Universal public education is a cornerstone of Canadian society. Alberta's teachers are fighting for it. We must support them at every step!

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Druh Farrell @druhfarrell.bsky.social · 8d

If I had listened to the cynics, Calgary wouldn't have bike lanes, or a new library, or East Village, RiverWalk, the Peace Bridge, downtown office conversions, or even community gardens. My advice? Use the well-being of future generations as a guide and march confidently passed the naysayers.

Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife.com · 9d

When newly-elected Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson started converting car lanes to bike lanes in 2009, pundits claimed it was political suicide. In 2018, he stepped down after three terms as the longest-serving mayor in the city's history. So what can this tale teach us about so-called "bikelash"?🧵

People of all ages and abilities ride bicycles on protected cycling infrastructure on the streets of Downtown Vancouver.

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 10d

Calgary: Without a doubt, @briantyyc.bsky.social is the best choice for Mayor. He is in a league of his own in this race with the whole package of experience, intelligence, smart policy, and a track record of successfully collaborating to get things done.

Please check him out: voteforbrian.ca

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 9d

CALGARY: If you're undecided on your choice for Mayor, watch this debate and I feel pretty certain you will be strongly considering voting for @briantyyc.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_k5t...

CLEAR AUDIO - Calgary Mayoral Forum at Central Library

YouTube video by The Sprawl

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 9d

CALGARY: If you're undecided on your choice for Mayor, watch this debate and I feel pretty certain you will be strongly considering voting for @briantyyc.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_k5t...

CLEAR AUDIO - Calgary Mayoral Forum at Central Library

YouTube video by The Sprawl

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 9d

ALBERTA: Come out and support public school teachers today in Edmonton, Calgary, and Lethbridge!

Free, universal public education is a cornerstone of Canadian society. Don't let Danielle Smith ruin it. Teachers are fighting for it right now, and deserve your support.

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 10d

Danielle Smith wants to weaken public education in favour of private schools, religious schools, and homeschooling. It's the same agenda as US Republicans.

Universal public education is a cornerstone of Canadian society. Alberta's teachers are fighting for it. We must support them at every step!

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Richard Einarson 🇨🇦 @richardeinarson.bsky.social · 10d

Everyone has two votes for city council - Mayor and councillor! Folks need to take a look specifically at Brian, regardless of what they think about parties or who they are voting for as councillor.

Calgary needs a great Mayor no matter what, and Brian is definitely the right choice.

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