Annette Reilly
@annettereilly.bsky.social
Filmmaker, Advocate, Cancer Survivor, and Mom 🇨🇦🏳️🌈
Vancouver, BC
Gender Equity in Media Board Member (GEMS)
Settler in this beautiful land with family who homesteaded in central Alberta in 1892 (Treaty 6)
People should always come before profit ❤️
Vancouver, BC
Gender Equity in Media Board Member (GEMS)
Settler in this beautiful land with family who homesteaded in central Alberta in 1892 (Treaty 6)
People should always come before profit ❤️
Reposted by Annette Reilly
With discussion from 600+ public speakers starting yesterday, one theme keeps coming up: we don't have enough information to vote on this budget.
ABC needs to go back to the drawing board before anyone votes.
Keep raising your voices, Vancouver!
vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/12/v...
#VanPoli
ABC needs to go back to the drawing board before anyone votes.
Keep raising your voices, Vancouver!
vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/12/v...
#VanPoli
![A photo of Vancouver City Councillor from the Green Party of Vancouver, Pete Fry, beside a text box with a headline from CityNews reading, "Vancouver councillor blasts 'leanest' budget he's seen as review of 2026 draft begins," and a quote from the article saying, "I’ve been on council for [almost] 8 years. This is the leanest document I’ve ever seen for a budget presentation... It puts us in a very difficult position, for those of us who are on the outside, and don’t have the benefit of understanding where the mayor’s office direction to trim the budget is."](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:cfkrjmtkw7apeonx64lug6n7/bafkreiebajnnbftmoiqf3jyzgkxo6rh55rlyvzt3dk7n5e6td3ohuk3sz4@jpeg)
November 13, 2025 at 7:49 PM
With discussion from 600+ public speakers starting yesterday, one theme keeps coming up: we don't have enough information to vote on this budget.
ABC needs to go back to the drawing board before anyone votes.
Keep raising your voices, Vancouver!
vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/12/v...
#VanPoli
ABC needs to go back to the drawing board before anyone votes.
Keep raising your voices, Vancouver!
vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/11/12/v...
#VanPoli
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With a lack of straight answers & details in yesterday's budget presentations, how can councillors vote on this?
ABC wants to hand-wave the details & fill in the blanks as they go. Ken Sim says he's not "a numbers guy," but this isn't how budgeting works.
vancouversun.com/news/local-n...
#VanPoli
ABC wants to hand-wave the details & fill in the blanks as they go. Ken Sim says he's not "a numbers guy," but this isn't how budgeting works.
vancouversun.com/news/local-n...
#VanPoli
November 13, 2025 at 10:16 PM
With a lack of straight answers & details in yesterday's budget presentations, how can councillors vote on this?
ABC wants to hand-wave the details & fill in the blanks as they go. Ken Sim says he's not "a numbers guy," but this isn't how budgeting works.
vancouversun.com/news/local-n...
#VanPoli
ABC wants to hand-wave the details & fill in the blanks as they go. Ken Sim says he's not "a numbers guy," but this isn't how budgeting works.
vancouversun.com/news/local-n...
#VanPoli
I hope the ABC councillors will listen to the workers whose job it is to care for the infrastructure and services that make our city livable.
#solidarity #vanpoli #strongertogether
#solidarity #vanpoli #strongertogether
Unions give ABC Vancouver earful over proposed property tax freeze
Unions give ABC Vancouver earful over proposed property tax freeze
CUPE Local 1004 business agent: “A zero per cent tax increase doesn't make Vancouver more affordable, it makes the city less functional.”
dlvr.it
November 13, 2025 at 8:55 PM
I hope the ABC councillors will listen to the workers whose job it is to care for the infrastructure and services that make our city livable.
#solidarity #vanpoli #strongertogether
#solidarity #vanpoli #strongertogether
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Unions give ABC Vancouver earful over proposed property tax freeze
Unions give ABC Vancouver earful over proposed property tax freeze
CUPE Local 1004 business agent: “A zero per cent tax increase doesn't make Vancouver more affordable, it makes the city less functional.”
dlvr.it
November 13, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Unions give ABC Vancouver earful over proposed property tax freeze
I am filled with hope with the number of people speaking towards this ABC budget. Being on a film set is not conducive to participating in City Council meetings beyond sending in an email. Thank you all for using your voices.❤️
November 13, 2025 at 5:31 PM
I am filled with hope with the number of people speaking towards this ABC budget. Being on a film set is not conducive to participating in City Council meetings beyond sending in an email. Thank you all for using your voices.❤️
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One thing to watch for on Day 1 of Vancouver Budget-palooza, which begins in five minutes: this staff proposal to raise fees for having events outside the Vancouver Art Gallery by 2400%.
Additional big increases for Robson Square and the plaza on Davie Street.
We'll see if it gets clawed back.
Additional big increases for Robson Square and the plaza on Davie Street.
We'll see if it gets clawed back.
November 12, 2025 at 5:27 PM
One thing to watch for on Day 1 of Vancouver Budget-palooza, which begins in five minutes: this staff proposal to raise fees for having events outside the Vancouver Art Gallery by 2400%.
Additional big increases for Robson Square and the plaza on Davie Street.
We'll see if it gets clawed back.
Additional big increases for Robson Square and the plaza on Davie Street.
We'll see if it gets clawed back.
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Incredibly short-sighted and irresponsible, and completely disconnected from the real values & priorities of Vancouverites. This move would be awful not only for Vancouver, but also for all the cities that Vancouver’s leadership has inspired over decades of North American sustainability leadership.
November 11, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Incredibly short-sighted and irresponsible, and completely disconnected from the real values & priorities of Vancouverites. This move would be awful not only for Vancouver, but also for all the cities that Vancouver’s leadership has inspired over decades of North American sustainability leadership.
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Buses are coming to Stanley Park in 2027 — great news!
But having bikes & buses sharing one lane isn’t safe.
Support Commissioner @tomdigby1.bsky.social’s amendment for a permanent, separated bike lane & add your name today in the link:
win.newmode.net/greenpartyof...
#VanPoli #BikeVancouver
But having bikes & buses sharing one lane isn’t safe.
Support Commissioner @tomdigby1.bsky.social’s amendment for a permanent, separated bike lane & add your name today in the link:
win.newmode.net/greenpartyof...
#VanPoli #BikeVancouver
September 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Buses are coming to Stanley Park in 2027 — great news!
But having bikes & buses sharing one lane isn’t safe.
Support Commissioner @tomdigby1.bsky.social’s amendment for a permanent, separated bike lane & add your name today in the link:
win.newmode.net/greenpartyof...
#VanPoli #BikeVancouver
But having bikes & buses sharing one lane isn’t safe.
Support Commissioner @tomdigby1.bsky.social’s amendment for a permanent, separated bike lane & add your name today in the link:
win.newmode.net/greenpartyof...
#VanPoli #BikeVancouver
The movement is growing! Stand in solidarity with the BCGEU as they fight for FAIR WAGES. The outcome of this negotiation will impact all BC workers. We must stand together if we want wages that we can live off of!
@bcgeu.bsky.social
#BCGEU #UnionStrong #FairWages
@bcgeu.bsky.social
#BCGEU #UnionStrong #FairWages
September 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The movement is growing! Stand in solidarity with the BCGEU as they fight for FAIR WAGES. The outcome of this negotiation will impact all BC workers. We must stand together if we want wages that we can live off of!
@bcgeu.bsky.social
#BCGEU #UnionStrong #FairWages
@bcgeu.bsky.social
#BCGEU #UnionStrong #FairWages
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We would like to thank our wonderful volunteers, elected, board members, and, of course, the folks that visited us at Car Free Day on Commercial Dr.
Despite some sudden rain, it didn't dampen anyone's spirits.
See you Sunday on Main Street!
#VanPoli #CarFreeDay2025
Despite some sudden rain, it didn't dampen anyone's spirits.
See you Sunday on Main Street!
#VanPoli #CarFreeDay2025
September 8, 2025 at 10:13 PM
We would like to thank our wonderful volunteers, elected, board members, and, of course, the folks that visited us at Car Free Day on Commercial Dr.
Despite some sudden rain, it didn't dampen anyone's spirits.
See you Sunday on Main Street!
#VanPoli #CarFreeDay2025
Despite some sudden rain, it didn't dampen anyone's spirits.
See you Sunday on Main Street!
#VanPoli #CarFreeDay2025
The Van Park Board has made a misguided decision to bring a trademarked Harry Potter experience to Stanley Park this winter. As a Queer woman and a strong Trans ally, this is unacceptable. JKR pours her fortune into actively harming Trans Folks.
#TransRights #ProtectTransKids #FuckJKRowling
#TransRights #ProtectTransKids #FuckJKRowling
September 7, 2025 at 10:50 PM
The Van Park Board has made a misguided decision to bring a trademarked Harry Potter experience to Stanley Park this winter. As a Queer woman and a strong Trans ally, this is unacceptable. JKR pours her fortune into actively harming Trans Folks.
#TransRights #ProtectTransKids #FuckJKRowling
#TransRights #ProtectTransKids #FuckJKRowling
September 5, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Pizza Garden on The Drive caught fire about 30 mins ago. Vancouver Fire Fighters were on the scene in a jiffy and seem to have it all under control.
The fumes outside were toxic. This is what @vanfirerescue.bsky.social subject themselves to for our safety. Thank you all for your service!
The fumes outside were toxic. This is what @vanfirerescue.bsky.social subject themselves to for our safety. Thank you all for your service!
September 4, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Pizza Garden on The Drive caught fire about 30 mins ago. Vancouver Fire Fighters were on the scene in a jiffy and seem to have it all under control.
The fumes outside were toxic. This is what @vanfirerescue.bsky.social subject themselves to for our safety. Thank you all for your service!
The fumes outside were toxic. This is what @vanfirerescue.bsky.social subject themselves to for our safety. Thank you all for your service!
Happy Labour Day! Our country would not be what it is without the labour movement. Our voices are louder together.
I am a proud member of UBCP/ACTRA, a permittee with IATSE 891, and I’m only 19 days away from being a DGC member. Yay!
#labourday #unionstrong
I am a proud member of UBCP/ACTRA, a permittee with IATSE 891, and I’m only 19 days away from being a DGC member. Yay!
#labourday #unionstrong
September 1, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Happy Labour Day! Our country would not be what it is without the labour movement. Our voices are louder together.
I am a proud member of UBCP/ACTRA, a permittee with IATSE 891, and I’m only 19 days away from being a DGC member. Yay!
#labourday #unionstrong
I am a proud member of UBCP/ACTRA, a permittee with IATSE 891, and I’m only 19 days away from being a DGC member. Yay!
#labourday #unionstrong
So as long as the majority break the rules, everyone gets away with it. And the taxpayer will foot the bill without even knowing it.
Nate Lewis’ article in the Vancity Lookout sums it up pretty nicely:
#vanpoli #cityofVancouver
Nate Lewis’ article in the Vancity Lookout sums it up pretty nicely:
#vanpoli #cityofVancouver
August 27, 2025 at 8:51 PM
So as long as the majority break the rules, everyone gets away with it. And the taxpayer will foot the bill without even knowing it.
Nate Lewis’ article in the Vancity Lookout sums it up pretty nicely:
#vanpoli #cityofVancouver
Nate Lewis’ article in the Vancity Lookout sums it up pretty nicely:
#vanpoli #cityofVancouver
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Those who have the power to stop mass shootings can go to hell with their "thoughts and prayers."
Do something about it, you evil bastards.
Do something about it, you evil bastards.
August 27, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Those who have the power to stop mass shootings can go to hell with their "thoughts and prayers."
Do something about it, you evil bastards.
Do something about it, you evil bastards.
The public needs to hold this mayor and these councillors to account. This is beyond not ok. Also, who will pay the bills for all the lawyers involved? Often these types of costs get passed to the taxpayers. We must stay vigilant!
#vanpoli #vancouver #integrity
#vanpoli #vancouver #integrity
Mayor Sim & ABC councillors broke their Oath of Office. The Integrity Commissioner ruled they ran City business in secret, violating the Vancouver Charter.
Rules for thee, not for me.
@ptfry.bsky.social is not shy about leading this charge for transparency: vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...
Rules for thee, not for me.
@ptfry.bsky.social is not shy about leading this charge for transparency: vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...
Vancouver mayor and councillors violated open-meeting rules, watchdog finds
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim and councillors with his ABC party breached open-meeting rules, the city's integrity commissioner found. Read more.
vancouversun.com
August 26, 2025 at 4:58 AM
The public needs to hold this mayor and these councillors to account. This is beyond not ok. Also, who will pay the bills for all the lawyers involved? Often these types of costs get passed to the taxpayers. We must stay vigilant!
#vanpoli #vancouver #integrity
#vanpoli #vancouver #integrity
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"One stranger attack is too many. Obviously, we want to ensure public safety is paramount for everyone who visits, lives and works in Vancouver, but we don’t need unnecessary fear-mongering to drive political agendas, and ultimately scare people away from our city."
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
VPD’s media blitz on stranger assaults potentially tarnished city’s international reputation
A CTV News investigation into a Vancouver police media blitz regarding stranger assaults in the city during the 2022 election year prompted concern from international tour operators.
www.ctvnews.ca
August 23, 2025 at 2:02 AM
"One stranger attack is too many. Obviously, we want to ensure public safety is paramount for everyone who visits, lives and works in Vancouver, but we don’t need unnecessary fear-mongering to drive political agendas, and ultimately scare people away from our city."
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
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“Deliberately withheld…an abject failure of transparency and accountability” -Pete Fry
From secret severance payouts to illegal Bitcoin fantasies Sim's priorities are anything but the public interest. We & @ptfry.bsky.social will continue to fight for you
#vanpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
From secret severance payouts to illegal Bitcoin fantasies Sim's priorities are anything but the public interest. We & @ptfry.bsky.social will continue to fight for you
#vanpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
Vancouver city hall refuses to disclose ex-city manager's severance pay, breaking with tradition
Vancouver city hall refuses to disclose how much the municipality's top civil servant was paid to depart his job, breaking with tradition.
vancouversun.com
August 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
“Deliberately withheld…an abject failure of transparency and accountability” -Pete Fry
From secret severance payouts to illegal Bitcoin fantasies Sim's priorities are anything but the public interest. We & @ptfry.bsky.social will continue to fight for you
#vanpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
From secret severance payouts to illegal Bitcoin fantasies Sim's priorities are anything but the public interest. We & @ptfry.bsky.social will continue to fight for you
#vanpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
We want to hear from you! Tell us what kind of future you see for Vancouver. What is being done well? Where can the city improve? Make changes by starting local.
Take the survey in the 🔗 & tell the city where to prioritize the 2026 budget: www.shapeyourcity.ca/2026-budget/
🟢 Get your feedback on the draft budget public report.
🟢 Register to speak with City Council about the draft budget & public report in December 2025.
🟢 Get your feedback on the draft budget public report.
🟢 Register to speak with City Council about the draft budget & public report in December 2025.
August 22, 2025 at 11:32 PM
We want to hear from you! Tell us what kind of future you see for Vancouver. What is being done well? Where can the city improve? Make changes by starting local.
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We hope everyone's looking forward to a lovely weekend.
Remember: flowers need water and so do you! It's going to be a hot weekend so stay hydrated, sunscreen up, and wear a hat (or don't, we're not your parents or anything but good advice is good advice!).
Stay cool, Vancouver.
#VanPoli
Remember: flowers need water and so do you! It's going to be a hot weekend so stay hydrated, sunscreen up, and wear a hat (or don't, we're not your parents or anything but good advice is good advice!).
Stay cool, Vancouver.
#VanPoli
August 22, 2025 at 8:53 PM
We hope everyone's looking forward to a lovely weekend.
Remember: flowers need water and so do you! It's going to be a hot weekend so stay hydrated, sunscreen up, and wear a hat (or don't, we're not your parents or anything but good advice is good advice!).
Stay cool, Vancouver.
#VanPoli
Remember: flowers need water and so do you! It's going to be a hot weekend so stay hydrated, sunscreen up, and wear a hat (or don't, we're not your parents or anything but good advice is good advice!).
Stay cool, Vancouver.
#VanPoli
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Canada refused to sign an international letter calling out the Israel's attack on the media in Gaza. We established the Media Freedom Coalition and denounced abuses of the press in Hong Kong.
But radio silence about the IDF killing squads.
The world is watching.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCDG...
But radio silence about the IDF killing squads.
The world is watching.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCDG...
THE GAZA NIGHTMARE MUST END - CHARLIE ANGUS
YouTube video by Charlie Angus
www.youtube.com
August 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Canada refused to sign an international letter calling out the Israel's attack on the media in Gaza. We established the Media Freedom Coalition and denounced abuses of the press in Hong Kong.
But radio silence about the IDF killing squads.
The world is watching.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCDG...
But radio silence about the IDF killing squads.
The world is watching.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCDG...
Plastic talks have broken down more than the plastics themselves ever will.
I have a suggestion. Make the companies who use plastic in their packaging pay for the recycling infrastructure instead of passing that cost onto the consumer. I bet that will convince them to find alternate solutions.
I have a suggestion. Make the companies who use plastic in their packaging pay for the recycling infrastructure instead of passing that cost onto the consumer. I bet that will convince them to find alternate solutions.
August 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Plastic talks have broken down more than the plastics themselves ever will.
I have a suggestion. Make the companies who use plastic in their packaging pay for the recycling infrastructure instead of passing that cost onto the consumer. I bet that will convince them to find alternate solutions.
I have a suggestion. Make the companies who use plastic in their packaging pay for the recycling infrastructure instead of passing that cost onto the consumer. I bet that will convince them to find alternate solutions.
I encourage anyone who is not satisfied with the current electoral system to read this article. As a progressive, I dislike strategic voting. The healthiest democracies accurately represent their constituents.
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/politics/no-...
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/politics/no-...
May 15, 2025 at 5:46 PM
I encourage anyone who is not satisfied with the current electoral system to read this article. As a progressive, I dislike strategic voting. The healthiest democracies accurately represent their constituents.
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/politics/no-...
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/politics/no-...
May 13, 2025 at 9:40 PM