Oly Backstrom
@olybackstrom.bsky.social
Winnipegger.
Believer in people of all abilities.
He/Him
Believer in people of all abilities.
He/Him
I saw Keith Dyck at Belle's, Stanley County Cutups and Telepathic Butterflies (Neil fest) at Times Changed, fought through a Santa Claus Parade, and am home in my sweats before 6pm. That's a winning day 🙌
November 15, 2025 at 11:53 PM
I saw Keith Dyck at Belle's, Stanley County Cutups and Telepathic Butterflies (Neil fest) at Times Changed, fought through a Santa Claus Parade, and am home in my sweats before 6pm. That's a winning day 🙌
It's a musical day kicked off with a bang. Keith Dyck, one of my local faves for 35ish years, always brings it. Watch for him at Belle's Kitchen.
November 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
It's a musical day kicked off with a bang. Keith Dyck, one of my local faves for 35ish years, always brings it. Watch for him at Belle's Kitchen.
In Canada, large businesses hiring a bit more, but small/medium sized businesses are starting to shed employees. Tough trend overall for jobseekers.
G & M gift article: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/57b5a154d5d82178439e4ffcd4759a0a58434c81560e54718b000c7949ec90e8/TRUV4RF5DJDIZPO64EDPMP42NI/
G & M gift article: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/57b5a154d5d82178439e4ffcd4759a0a58434c81560e54718b000c7949ec90e8/TRUV4RF5DJDIZPO64EDPMP42NI/
November 14, 2025 at 1:15 PM
In Canada, large businesses hiring a bit more, but small/medium sized businesses are starting to shed employees. Tough trend overall for jobseekers.
G & M gift article: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/57b5a154d5d82178439e4ffcd4759a0a58434c81560e54718b000c7949ec90e8/TRUV4RF5DJDIZPO64EDPMP42NI/
G & M gift article: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/57b5a154d5d82178439e4ffcd4759a0a58434c81560e54718b000c7949ec90e8/TRUV4RF5DJDIZPO64EDPMP42NI/
Thank you @droussin007.bsky.social, Dr. Peter Pomart, Kathleen Bluesky and moderator Dr. Angie Bruce for a great panel session “Economic Reconciliation: A Model for Shared Prosperity”. A lot of food for thought. It’s all about relationships (one big takeaway).
November 14, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Thank you @droussin007.bsky.social, Dr. Peter Pomart, Kathleen Bluesky and moderator Dr. Angie Bruce for a great panel session “Economic Reconciliation: A Model for Shared Prosperity”. A lot of food for thought. It’s all about relationships (one big takeaway).
I looked at it yesterday - the grey map is the boundary map from the city site, darker grey being within limits. data.winnipeg.ca/City-Plannin...
November 9, 2025 at 8:05 PM
I looked at it yesterday - the grey map is the boundary map from the city site, darker grey being within limits. data.winnipeg.ca/City-Plannin...
Another pretty fall sunset sky tonight.
November 1, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Another pretty fall sunset sky tonight.
We measure Canada/US relations in finger guns now.
(globe and mail gift article)
(globe and mail gift article)
October 29, 2025 at 5:55 PM
We measure Canada/US relations in finger guns now.
(globe and mail gift article)
(globe and mail gift article)
I’m in Brandon helping with Social Role Valorization (SRV) training, so thought I’d check out the Paula Cole concert tonight. I thought she was great - in full command of her amazing voice. There’s currently a $20 offer for her show in Winnipeg tomorrow/Oct 22. It would be money well spent.
October 22, 2025 at 4:08 AM
I’m in Brandon helping with Social Role Valorization (SRV) training, so thought I’d check out the Paula Cole concert tonight. I thought she was great - in full command of her amazing voice. There’s currently a $20 offer for her show in Winnipeg tomorrow/Oct 22. It would be money well spent.
Huh, I thought Costco was expanding in Winnipeg - I didn't think we'd lose St. James. There are much bigger issues--bummer I'm losing one close to work though.
October 17, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Huh, I thought Costco was expanding in Winnipeg - I didn't think we'd lose St. James. There are much bigger issues--bummer I'm losing one close to work though.
Lake Winnipeg sunset October 15 2025
October 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Lake Winnipeg sunset October 15 2025
Found on Trans-Canada Trail near Beaconia MB #TransCanadaTrail
October 11, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Found on Trans-Canada Trail near Beaconia MB #TransCanadaTrail
I'm so sorry for your loss. I just found out today when I came across his grave site.
October 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss. I just found out today when I came across his grave site.
I had no idea that Ted Longbottom had passed away until I came upon his grave site during a walk through Balsam Bay Cemetery on Lake Winnipeg. I remember him as a very gifted songwriter and storyteller. Rest in peace.
I figured @fpkevinrollason.bsky.social would have posted about him.
I figured @fpkevinrollason.bsky.social would have posted about him.
October 11, 2025 at 12:12 AM
I had no idea that Ted Longbottom had passed away until I came upon his grave site during a walk through Balsam Bay Cemetery on Lake Winnipeg. I remember him as a very gifted songwriter and storyteller. Rest in peace.
I figured @fpkevinrollason.bsky.social would have posted about him.
I figured @fpkevinrollason.bsky.social would have posted about him.
For those wondering: it is the newly released covid vaccine. They just got it in, so made it available as little early.
September 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
For those wondering: it is the newly released covid vaccine. They just got it in, so made it available as little early.
I actually went back to get details since I was still out and about. They just got it in Friday and so are rolling it out a little early.
September 28, 2025 at 6:13 PM
I actually went back to get details since I was still out and about. They just got it in Friday and so are rolling it out a little early.
Got the updated covid vaccine. Osborne Village Shoppers remains easy peasy, taking both appointments as well as walk ins. flu shot available as well. Eligibility remains broad in Manitoba 🙏 www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/vacc...
September 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Got the updated covid vaccine. Osborne Village Shoppers remains easy peasy, taking both appointments as well as walk ins. flu shot available as well. Eligibility remains broad in Manitoba 🙏 www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/vacc...
View from the Reh-Fit.
(Oh - after 3 yrs I'm back at the Reh-Fit)
(Oh - after 3 yrs I'm back at the Reh-Fit)
September 27, 2025 at 12:06 AM
View from the Reh-Fit.
(Oh - after 3 yrs I'm back at the Reh-Fit)
(Oh - after 3 yrs I'm back at the Reh-Fit)
Sean Burns and his crackerjack band at Belle's Kitchen tonight. Joanna Miller is hiding behind Sean.
Catch then tomorrow at Park Alley Lanes.
Catch then tomorrow at Park Alley Lanes.
September 25, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Sean Burns and his crackerjack band at Belle's Kitchen tonight. Joanna Miller is hiding behind Sean.
Catch then tomorrow at Park Alley Lanes.
Catch then tomorrow at Park Alley Lanes.
Juvel put on a great show at the Garrick Hotel bar tonight. It's a cool venue.
Hot club swing with Andrews Sisters twist and a dash of Argentinian flavour.
Hot club swing with Andrews Sisters twist and a dash of Argentinian flavour.
September 14, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Juvel put on a great show at the Garrick Hotel bar tonight. It's a cool venue.
Hot club swing with Andrews Sisters twist and a dash of Argentinian flavour.
Hot club swing with Andrews Sisters twist and a dash of Argentinian flavour.