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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 1d

Proposed changes to the Ontario Water Resources Act to allow septic systems to be built on agricultural property under the building code is concerning #ontpoli #Bill60

RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 1d

I would like to invite everyone to a climate meeting on October 29 at the Invista Center Room A from 5:30 to 7pm to discuss local climate solutions and Please register so I know how much food to purchase. #YGK

A poster for Eco Book Club at 1350 Gardiners road INVITA Center Room A. on October 29 from 5:30 to 7pm There is funding for transit. The Registration link is https://forms.gle/S3wvq8d9SCwjtV5h6

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 15d

Doug Ford is not an animal lover despite claims #ontpoli #Bill5

Doug Ford says he cares about animals evidence says otherwise

Doug Ford said he is an animal lover on October 1st during a press conference with Gretchen Whitmer when asked about the Federal Government’s decision regarding Beluga Whales and Marine land.

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 16d

I’m running for the Eastern Ontario representative of the Green Party of Ontario. If you you like to vote for me and you’re not a Green Party of Ontario member you can join until October 17th and still vote. #ontpoli

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The Kingstonist @kingstonist.bsky.social · 19d

#ICYMI
“We’ve always been experimented on, whether physically or through legislation,” Ramon Kataquapit told those gathered in #Kingston last week.
“These bills can set a dangerous precedent for the future.” #onpoli #Bill5 #RingOfFire #YGK

Details: www.kingstonist.com/news/youth-k...

'Youth keep getting stronger': Fight against Bill 5 continues – Kingston News

(Kingston, Ontario) When Ramon Kataquapit took the stage in Kingston, he spoke about ladders. Not the kind used for climbing rooftops, but the kind each generation builds for the next.

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 21d

I'm following news of another wetland which lost provincially significant status. Butternut Creek. I have the wetland evaluation and have the environmental impact assessment for Gore road which I will comment on in an update. #ygk #ontpoli

Another Wetland loses provincial protection

Butternut Creek loses wetland protection

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 21d

I'm hosting an Eco Book club on October 29 from 5:30 to 7pm and November 28 from 5 to 6:30pm at the INVISTA Centre 1350 Gardiners road Room A. Registration helps with planning for food. I look forward to chatting about climate. #ygk

Eco Book Club poster

Location 1350 Gardiners road INVISTA Centre room A

Date:October 29 5:30 -7pm and November 26 5-6:30pm

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 21d

Jane Goodall inspired many environmentalists to take action on biodiversity and changed how we view the environment. I have a radio and YouTube show which focuses on environmental issues. Do you have memories of Jane Goodall you would like to share?

RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 24d

I am concerned about the loss of wetland protections #wetland #ygk #ontpoli

RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 24d

This ground-truthing found that the Butternut Creek wetland is not provincially significant, the east–west watercourses have limited ecological function, and the identified woodlands do not meet the thresholds for significance based on the criteria evaluated."

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 24d

This is from the agenda « To confirm the presence and significance of these features, detailed ecological fieldwork was undertaken in April 2025…

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 24d

Ontario lost another designated provincially significant wetland. Last night in a planning committee meeting I learned that Butternut Creek wetland is not provincially significant.

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The Kingstonist @kingstonist.bsky.social · 28d

"Indigenous-led #events and #ceremonies are planned around the community to create space for Indigenous Peoples to connect and honour the day," the City stated ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. #YGK

Details here: www.kingstonist.com/news/whats-o...

What’s open and closed in Kingston on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025

(Kingston, Ontario) Since 2021, Canada has recognized National Day for Truth and Reconciliation annually on September 30, and 2025 is no exception.

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · 29d

Kingston is one of the most used stations VIA rail has. It doesn’t make sense to skip Kingston in the morning and especially not without consultation. @viarailcanada.bsky.social #YGK

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Sep 25

Doug Ford is ignoring evidence showing that speed cameras have reduced traffic speeds in Toronto.

RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Sep 23

My event is tomorrow #YGK

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Andrea Kirkwood (she/her) @kirkwoodlab.bsky.social · Sep 2

Another excellent, in-depth article by @anushkayadav.bsky.social covering the concerns surrounding further cuts to federal environment departments such as the Canada Water Agency. thepointer.com/article/2025...

‘Cuts would directly impact freshwater restoration’: Leaked texts hint that Carney’s cuts will target water protection agency

‘Cuts would directly impact freshwater restoration’: Leaked texts hint that Carney’s cuts will target water protection agency.

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Mike Waddington 🇨🇦 @peatofmind.bsky.social · Sep 15

New #PeatPaper by Lees et al. in #HydrologicalProcesses

"The Sponge Analogy Problem: Moving Towards Clearer Communication of Peatland Hydrological Processes"

#peatlands #hydrology #scicomm

onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Sep 17

I have an upcoming Eco book club September 24, 5 - 6pm at the Juniper Cafe Terra Verde in Kingston #YGK forms.gle/S3wvq8d9SCwj...

Location:
September Meetup: Juniper Cafe Terra Verde 497 Cataraqui Woods Drive

logos for the Neighborhood Climate Action Champions and City of Kingston

October Meetup: TBD

November Meetup: TBD

Funding for books or snacks with a receipt and email

Transit passes available

gibson.robert.william@gmail.com

September 24, 5 -6pm

October 29, 5-6:30pm
Here comes the Sun: A last chance for the climate and a fresh chance for civilization (available online)

November 26, 5-6:30pm
The citizen's guide to climate success

All are welcome, whether you want to read or not - come discuss climate action and climate change!

Registration link
https://forms.gle/S3wvq8d9SCwjtV5h6

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Sep 17

Speed cameras have been shown to reduce people’s speeds and reduce pedestrian injuries. Doug Ford wants to get rid of them #ontpoli

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Sep 17

When the Ford government cuts funding to environmental programs and non profits it means less jobs. Doug Ford is out of touch when he says young people should look harder for work #ontpoli

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Jul 18

I have also learned that many natural disasters are caused by poor urban planning decisions.

RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Jul 18

After many natural disasters I see news reports saying that there was a report or recommendation which was ignored. We shouldn’t ignore these reports. We can prevent tomorrow’s disaster by protecting existing wetlands and making better maps #cdnpoli #ontpoli

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The Narwhal @thenarwhal.ca · Jun 25

INVESTIGATION: Aamjiwnaang First Nation has spent decades battling industrial emissions from Sarnia’s Chemical Valley. Documents show the Ontario government also knew stricter pollution rules were needed long before it acted. via @emmamci.bsky.social thenarwhal.ca/sarnia-ontar...

Shape-shifting pollution rules in Ontario’s Chemical Valley | The Narwhal

Aamjiwnaang First Nation declared another evacuation order last week because of benzene, but the problem of Sarnia’s toxic air pollution has been years in the making

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RobertGibson(he/et.al) @robgibson.bsky.social · Jul 14

I’m hosting a climate book club on July 30th or August 5th if rain from 5 to 6:30pm at Bert Meunier Common #YGK

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