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kariraymerbishop.bsky.social
The Canadian gov't welcomes you to share your priorities for the federal budget. As I am fond of saying, decisions are made by those who show up. If they ask, answer! Take a moment to make your voice heard. This is a small example of what engaged citizenship looks like. www.canada.ca/en/departmen...
Pre-Budget Consultations 2025 - Canada.ca
Pre-Budget Consultations 2025
www.canada.ca
July 20, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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mjnabuurs.bsky.social
ICYMI, #Ontario!!!

Doug Ford

#Greenbelt
m-espeee.bsky.social 🍁M-Espeee 🍁 @m-espeee.bsky.social · Apr 6
Update: FORD SCANDAL

A report from the Ontario integrity commissioner was lost in the news cycle with all the tariff turmoil.

Bribe directly to Ford himself.

This happened on Monday this past week.
From the TVO Agenda, Friday evening, April 4, 2025.

I had to cut it into to parts to upload.
April 6, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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peipolitical.bsky.social
CBC's Evan Dyer reports on how Pierre Poilievre is treating #cdnmedia on the campaign trail. Poilievre's staffers pushing reporters around. Denying access. Not allowing questions. #cdnpoli
April 5, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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normative.bsky.social
A reminder to reporters: Because Trump tariff numbers are made-up nonsense, using the phrase “reciprocal tariffs” is lying to your audience. The phrase itself is propaganda. They are not reciprocal.
April 3, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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asoulinstitches.bsky.social
2500 Canadian strangers singing Hallelujah in perfect harmony... With the right leadership - we can do anything.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=niux...
2500 Montréalers sing L. Cohen’s “Hallelujah” in perfect harmony at Place Des Arts
YouTube video by Choir! Choir! Choir!
www.youtube.com
March 17, 2025 at 1:57 AM
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criticalcapitalist.bsky.social
An exceptionally factual open letter to Pierre Poilievre. (not mine)

He must absolutely hate it.

#NeverPoilievre
COPIED FROM A FED UP CITIZEN - AN OPEN LETTER TO PIERRE POILIEVRE THAT IS A MUST READ FOR EVERYONE Dear Pierre Poilievre, Your constant attacks on Mark Carney are not only misleading but dangerous. You seem to be conveniently ignoring the truth about the economic challenges Canadians face today. Rising housing costs and inflation are the result of a global economic crisis, not Mark Carney's actions or the liberals actions. In fact, Canada's economy has outpaced other G7 countries in its recovery from the pandemic, with stronger growth in key sectors like natural resources, energy, and technology. While inflation and housing affordability remain issues, Canada's overall economic performance has been more resilient than many of its G7 counterparts. You know very well these issues were caused by the pandemic, disrupted supply chains, and global energy price hikes, not the policies of a man trying to address these challenges. You falsely claim Carney "sold out" Canada by moving his company headquarters to the US. You conveniently ignore the fact that Carney stepped down from Brookfield long before that decision was made. Worse still, Carney placed his business interests in a public trust to avoid conflicts of interest - something you know well but choose to ignore when you claim Trump could leverage these conflicts against him. That is pure fiction. When you talk about the carbon tax, you're misleading Canadians again. Carney isn't advocating for a second carbon tax, as you claim. He wants to replace the current carbon tax with one that targets big polluters and offers incentives to Canadians for greener choices. Meanwhile, you want to scrap the carbon tax altogether, without any alternative solution, an approach that would only hurt our environment and cost Canadians even more in the long run. You've also taken the liberty of blaming Carney for blocking resource projects, yet you know full well that the political, environmental, and regulatory factors involved in these projects are far more complicated than you let on. Let's not forget, you and your party were once hesitant about pipelines too. Now, you act like you're the only true supporter of them. It's hypocritical at best. You call the bill that imposes stricter environmental reviews for pipelines a "no new pipeline" bill, but that's not what it is. It's about ensuring that development occurs responsibly, balancing economic interests with environmental and Indigenous concerns. You can't keep pretending that unchecked corporate greed is the answer to everything. Your refusal to obtain the necessary security clearance to receive intelligence briefings is a slap in the face to every Canadian who cares about national security. Your excuses about it being a "gag order" only make you look weak and evasive. You clearly aren't taking your responsibilities seriously, and that's concerning when you claim to be fit to lead. How can we trust you and your MPs when you refuse to find out if any of them have ties to foreign interference and influence? Let's not forget your connections to big oil lobbyists and your financial interests in the oil and gas sector. You advocate for tax breaks and deregulation that benefit these companies, showing that your true allegiance lies with corporate profits, not the people of this country. You've become a mirror image of Trump and his ties to the fossil fuel industry, and it's becoming increasingly clear where your priorities lie. Finally, your willingness to use the notwithstanding clause to override court decisions is both undemocratic and dangerous. It weakens our justice system and undermines the principles that make Canada strong. It's no different from the authoritarian tactics we currently see from Trump and his Executive Orders. Pierre, your rhetoric is full of half-truths and distortions. You prioritize your political career and corporate interests while misleading the very people you claim to represent. You should be ashamed of your actions. Canadians deserve a leader who tells the truth, who puts the people first, and who doesn't exploit their fears for personal gain. Signed, A Canadian Citizen Fed Up With The Misinformation
March 15, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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brentbellamy.bsky.social
My column: A Montreal company is building greenhouses on unused building rooftops. They now grow 200,000 vegetables per week. Their newest greenhouse is on a Walmart. If this was done just to Walmarts, Canada would cut its annual vegetable imports by 15%. www.winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/anal...
Opinion: Finding food-security opportunity in growing tariff chaos
Donald Trump’s tariff roller coaster has been a stark wake-up call for Canadians, exposing an urgent need to diversify trade and reestablish local production and supply chains.
www.winnipegfreepress.com
March 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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greyazira.bsky.social
I haven't always agreed with Trudeau (or ANY politician for that matter), but I never understood the hatred aimed at him. He has been fundamentally decent, with occasional missteps. It's really just been a propaganda game all along. People need to stop falling (and voting) for stupid slogans.
marc55.bsky.social Marc 🍁 @marc55.bsky.social · Mar 7
Trudeau is going out with style, class, and Canadians are noticing it. Admiring it.

The irrational Trudeau hatred is dead.
Canadians stand strong when called upon.
We know we need serious leadership.
Liberals are providing that. In spades.

CPC needs a new schtick. And soon.
New leader.
#cdnpoli
canadianpolling.bsky.social Polling Canada @canadianpolling.bsky.social · Mar 6
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Federal Polling - Carney As LPC Leader:

LPC: 42% (+9)
CPC: 35% (+1)
NDP: 11% (-7)
BQ: 5% (-3)
GPC: 4% (+2)
PPC: 1% (-4)

EKOS / Mar 5, 2025 / n=1033 / MOE 3.1% / IVR

(% Change w 2021 Federal Election)

Check out federal details on 338Canada at: 338canada.com
March 7, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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markhamillofficial.bsky.social
TOMORROW- Friday, February 28th is BLACKOUT FRIDAY!

If you believe we are in danger of losing our Democracy forever, FIGHT BACK!

Let's make our voices heard in numbers too big to ignore.

JOIN US if you've had it with Comrade Krasnov. 🤬 🇷🇺

#24HourEconomicBlackout
February 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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tlball.bsky.social
Good morning Canada 🇨🇦 a special shout out to Ontario…get out and vote!

#VoteDougFordout
#Canadasky
#Cndpoli
#Nevervoteconservative
Amos pewter Mapleleaf
February 22, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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kitsauder.bsky.social
Do you have your #EmergencyKit?

If you have what you need to for your household to survive for 3 to 5 days in the event of a major earthquake, then you probably have what you need for most other emergencies.

Get Prepared, and find useful links below. 🚨 ⚠️ 🦺

1/XX

#EmergencyPreparedness #BCPoli
Photo of a 5 Day / 4 Person Emergency Preparedness Kit.
February 21, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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mynamesnotgordy.bsky.social
The only reason the roof didn’t collapse under all that heavy snow is because Ontario’s economy is so strong.

- Doug Ford probably
February 19, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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laurabundesen.bsky.social
What a terrific website - I’m sharing in all the places
elizabethjacobs.bsky.social Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · Feb 17
A website has been started in response to the orders to take down references to women’s accomplishments in government offices. We are not going to let them erase us this time. womenrefusingtobeerased.org
Women Refusing to Be Erased
Join us to inspire, educate, and uplift women/womxn.
womenrefusingtobeerased.org
February 17, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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consbegone.bsky.social
Vote! Get everyone you know to vote. Volunteer with your local candidate (whoever can beat the Con in your riding) to get the vote out
February 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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charlieangus104.bsky.social
The use of the boycott has a long and powerful tradition of taking on tyranny. The grassroots Canadian boycott against Trump is having a serious effect.
And we've only just begun..
Please read on how we can use our dollars to resist the gangster in Washington.
substack.com/@charlieangu...
THE POWER OF THE BOYCOTT
Canadians Tell Trump To Stuff It
substack.com
February 10, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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geriquin.bsky.social
🇨🇦 Did you know? A ‘Made in Canada’ label only requires 51% Canadian content, while a ‘Product of Canada’ label means 98% of the content is Canadian. #TheMoreYouKnow
February 2, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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This is not a Trump tariff election. This is a Ford failed Ontario election.
This is an RCMP investigation election
This is a healthcare election
This is a LTC election
This is a housing election
This is not about tariffs
This is about his failures
#ONpo
January 25, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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charlieangus104.bsky.social
The EU is demanding answers from Elon Musk over political interference by the X algorithm.
Canada needs to take steps to prevent Musk from interfering in our election.
Contact Elections Canada and demand an investigation:
[email protected]

www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
EU asks X for internal documents about algorithms as it steps up investigation
Musk’s company has been accused of manipulating systems to give far-right posts and politicians greater visibility
www.theguardian.com
January 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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sueinnovates.bsky.social
📢 If you haven't recd your $200 cheque, sign up for an ON Service Acct to check its status

More importantly, you can also sign up for email/text notification when you ON Health Card, Driver's Licence, ON ID card are due to expire. (Ford stopped mailing this info).
www.thestar.com/news/ontario...
Waiting for your $200 Ontario ‘tax rebate’? Here’s what to do if it hasn’t arrived
All Ontario taxpayers 18 and over who filed their 2023 income tax are eligible for a $200 cheque and families who qualify for the federal Canada Child Benefit payment could receive an additional $200 ...
www.thestar.com
January 25, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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emmettmacfarlane.com
Everything anyone purports to be angry at Justin Trudeau about: affordability, the housing crisis, hospital and surgical wait times, etc. etc. etc. are MORE attributable to Doug Ford after 6+years of his time as Premier than they ever were to Trudeau.

Don't let him escape the backlash on incumbents
January 24, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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cultmtl.com
“Traditional Conservatives should support Mark Carney in Canada’s next election. Let the Elon Musk Conservatives support Pierre Poilievre or the PPC. Carney’s economic record makes him the best choice to steer Canada through the second Trump presidency.”
Traditional Conservatives should support Mark Carney in Canada’s next election
Traditional Conservatives should support Mark Carney in Canada’s next election.
cultmtl.com
January 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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lalegault.bsky.social
Add these Canadian-made items to your grocery lists 📌

www.ufcw.ca/index.php?op...
Great Canadian Food Products
As the voice of food workers in Canada, UFCW represents hundreds of thousands of workers in the food retail, manufacturing, and processing industries, as well as the agricultural sector.
www.ufcw.ca
January 23, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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jennyleeshee.bsky.social
Doug Ford's first response to Trump's tariffs and Elon Musk's Nazi salute should be to trash the Starlink deal. Save the Ontario taxpayers a hundred million dollars and avoid business deals with Nazis.

Tell Doug it's a double double win and maybe he'll go for it.

#OnPoli
peipolitical.bsky.social PEIPolitical 🇨🇦 @peipolitical.bsky.social · Jan 20
Doug Ford's first response to Trump's tariffs should be to trash the Starlink deal. Save the Ontario taxpayers a hundred million. But will he? #cdnpoli #onpoli #peipoli
January 21, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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gmbutts.bsky.social
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January 18, 2025 at 8:33 PM