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Colette Derworiz 🇨🇦
@cderworiz.bsky.social
480 followers 1.2K following 75 posts
Long-time journalist now in science communications.
Writing. Editing. Storytelling. Media training. Public speaking.
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robsonfletcher.com
Quite the scathing 'epilogue' that Justice Feasby added to his decision, in response to legislation tabled by Alberta's UCP government just yesterday:
Judge says Bill 14 changes would 'silence the court' After arguments from lawyers representing a final group of First Nations who were granted intervenor status in the case, Feasby issued his decision from the bench Friday in the Calgary Court of King's Bench. He added what he called an "epilogue," which specifically addressed the impact of the proposed legislation. "The legal consequence of discontinuing this proceeding prior to a decision would be to silence the Court," he said. The judge called the move to change the legislation antithetical to the rule of law and democracy. "The public is entitled to the fruits of this process that has been conducted largely at their expense so that if they are asked to vote on Alberta independence, they have a tool that may help them make sense of the legal dimensions of the secession of Alberta from Canada." Feasby noted that the court case had been prioritized at the expense of other justice system participants waiting for their cases to be heard. "Alberta’s cavalier disregard for court resources and lack of consideration for the parties and First Nations intervenors who participated in this proceeding in good faith is disappointing to say the least."
December 5, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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carrietait.bsky.social
BREAKING: Matt Jones, one of Alberta's health ministers, just said the private surgical facilities for Red Deer and Lethbridge have been cancelled. Those two projects are owned in part by Sam Mraiche.
December 2, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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carrietait.bsky.social
On Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Sam Mraiche
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... w/ @tomcardoso.bsky.social @markmackinnon.bsky.social @hoserlibrarian.bsky.social
Who is Sam Mraiche? Inside Alberta’s health care controversy
A Globe investigation into the provincial health agency’s dealings with a company whose contracts have come under scrutiny
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 29, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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davidbflower.bsky.social
NASA astronaut films Northern Lights from space. 🔭 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...
Nasa astronaut films the Northern Lights from space
Zena Cardman captured the footage of the display from the International Space Station on 17 November.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 23, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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shastingssimon.bsky.social
Never trust your producer when they say they are going to edit something out 😉
November 20, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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nigelb.bsky.social
A first for Alberta - a legislative petition, not just a policy petition, demanding the prohibition of all new coal mines (including Grassy) on the eastern slopes of the Rockies.
Way to go Corb.
#ableg #abpoli @cpawsnab.bsky.social @cpawssab.bsky.social @albertawilderness.bsky.social
Corb Lund launches Alberta-wide petition against foreign ruination of the Rocky Mountains
Alberta’s favourite musician continues to light fires in Smith's murky coal bin
www.crowsnestheadwaters.ca
November 20, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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carrietait.bsky.social
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Ottawa, Alberta close to deal that includes oil pipeline to B.C. coast, sources say
Privy Council Clerk Sabia playing key role in brokering accord that would involve tanker ban exemption
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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watershedlab.bsky.social
I wrote about the under-appreciated hazard of landslide-triggered tsunamis, which need serious consideration in discussions of new pipelines from Alberta 🧪⚒️
@theglobeandmail.com @davidebybc.bsky.social @natural-resources.canada.ca @mark-carney.bsky.social @ucalgaryscience.bsky.social
New northwest pipeline risks hazard of landslide tsunamis
Major Projects Office needs to be wary in its planning for pipeline projects to tidewater
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 19, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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cpawssab.bsky.social
⚠️ BREAKING ⚠️

This afternoon, country music artist @corblund.bsky.social headed to #Edmonton to submit his application to Elections Alberta for a petition to prohibit coal mining in the #EasternSlopes of the Rocky Mountains.

#MountainsNotMines #WaterNotCoal #Calgary #YYC #Alberta #AbLeg #AbPoli
November 20, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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brentbutt.bsky.social
GREY......CUP.....CHAMPIONS!!!
November 17, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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carrietait.bsky.social
GREEN IS THE COLOUR
November 17, 2025 at 2:49 AM
cderworiz.bsky.social
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brucearthur.bsky.social Bruce Arthur @brucearthur.bsky.social · 19d
Ain't no place a Grey Cup matters more than in Saskatchewan
November 17, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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watershedlab.bsky.social
As #COP30 heats up, superb visual storytelling in @nytimes.com about climate change & the threat of glacial lake outburst floods in the Himalaya, featuring the work of @cscottwatson.bsky.social and quotes from @kristencook.bsky.social @sonamshp.bsky.social and me. 🧪⚒️ www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Melting Glaciers in the Himalayas Feed Lakes That Threaten Towns Below (Gift Article)
Melting ice from the Himalayas is creating thousands of unstable lakes, a growing menace to towns and cities below.
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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reuters.com
She’s spent decades documenting war. Now, the camera turns on her.

For Reuters Culture Current, photojournalist Lynsey Addario speaks about her new documentary ‘Love+War,’ the toll of frontline journalism, and the fight to protect truth reut.rs/4hOKDaf
November 6, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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watershedlab.bsky.social
Some comments from me on the geohazards that could impact an oil pipeline from AB to BC coast, following @davidebybc.bsky.social and First Nations' continued opposition. More thoughts in the below thread from ~6 months ago 🧪⚒️ @ctvnewscalgary.bsky.social www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Alberta gov’t reaction to B.C. premier, Indigenous leaders calling for oil tanker ban to remain
A coalition of Indigenous leaders and the B.C. premier are demanding the federal moratorium on oil tanker traffic off the province’s north coast be upheld.
www.ctvnews.ca
November 6, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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molszyns.bsky.social
CP legend Bob Weber retired* in 2024 & I had the privilege of hosting his farewell talk, which you shd watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF57...

*Turns out Bob can’t quit journalism & thank the galaxy for that. Bob’s latest in @albertaviews.bsky.social #ableg #cdnpoli

albertaviews.ca/dirty-cleanu...
Mature Asset Strategy - the Latest Dirty Cleanup Scheme - Alberta Views
The Mature Asset Strategy is a report on the thousands of wells and pipelines that dot Alberta years after the oil and profits are gone.
albertaviews.ca
November 4, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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drwendyrocks.bsky.social
Halloween costumes to scare scientists (by @twisteddoodles.bsky.social) 🧪
Cartoon images of three different costumes. A grant proposal due tomorrow. Reviewer number p is greater than 0.1, your imposter syndrome made flesh, the unfinished manuscript, unaccounted for variable
October 31, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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otghockey.bsky.social
RANGERS GOAL: #NYR 2-3 EDM

BRADEN SCHNEIDER (1) from WILL CUYLLE (3) and URHO VAAKANAINEN (1)
October 31, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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theglobeandmail.com
Blue Jays headed to first World Series in 32 years with 4-3 Game 7 ALCS win over Mariners
A George Springer three-run homer in the seventh inning helped the Jays rally from behind
www.theglobeandmail.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:14 AM
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jlisayoung.bsky.social
Got so annoyed while waiting to vote that I wrote a substack post. open.substack.com/pub/lisayoun...
I'd like to speak to the manager!
Go ahead.
open.substack.com
October 20, 2025 at 11:02 PM
cderworiz.bsky.social
Don’t forget to vote, then don’t forget to “lick the vote…”🍦 #yycvotes #lineups
October 20, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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picardonhealth.bsky.social
Alberta health agency broke own rules in Turkey medication, private clinic contracts, independent investigation finds. Two other investigations remain outstanding: The RCMP and Alberta’s Auditor-General, by @carrietait.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... via @theglobeandmail.com
Alberta health agency broke own rules in Turkey medication, private clinic contracts, report finds
Two other major investigations into the deals remain outstanding: One from the RCMP and a second from Alberta’s Auditor-General
www.theglobeandmail.com
October 17, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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dezene.me
“Only if we understand, can we care. Only if we care, we will help. Only if we help, we shall be saved”

- Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall reaching out to a baby chimpanzee, with the chimp reaching back. Hands are on the verge of touching.
October 1, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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nytimes.com
Jane Goodall died on Wednesday at 91 after a life spent revolutionizing the study of primates and then bringing her global fame to the cause of conservation.

Here are snapshots from her life and career.
Jane Goodall: A Life in Pictures
The primatologist gained scientific acclaim for her work with chimpanzees and then later used her fame to champion conservation.
nyti.ms
October 2, 2025 at 2:40 AM