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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 1h

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Kai, a very old GenX 🇨🇦 @kaicable.bsky.social · 6h

The U.S. government has the authority to access data from anywhere (including inside Canada) so long as it's maintained in a server owned by a U.S. company.

#cdnpoli #canada
#boycottusa #fascistusa #racistusa

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ANALYSIS | Why OpenAI wants to help Canada build homegrown artificial intelligence | CBC News

OpenAI wants to help Canada build a sovereign digital infrastructure for artificial intelligence, putting the country in a tough spot as it tries to distance itself from overreliance on U.S. tech comp...

www.cbc.ca

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 21h

The title track is absolutely timeless and speaks to what’s happening right now

matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 21h

Beautiful🥲🥲🥲

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 21h

I know that feeling, unfortunately I also had to say goodbye to one of my best furry friends and it’s never an easy feeling to process, but welcoming gratitude reminds me of how much love he gifted me🙏🏽🎃🧡🐈

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 1d

The city is only “fine” for people who can afford it

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Jessica Kant @jessdkant.bsky.social · 1d

One curious thing on this site about speaking out against the encroachment of LLMs is that inevitably you get accused of being anti-tech. I don’t hate technology. I’ve used machine learning in my own code before. But I also recognize that oligarchs are so hellbent on pushing this tech for a reason.

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 3d

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The Bad Bunny Situation Is Stupid

YouTube video by fantano

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chekov's ghost light @catfort.fightins.online · 4d

Click this, scroll up to the top, and massively improve your mood with this delightful thread

Punished Cat Guy, Kitten Breath Sommelier @majima.club · 4d

Tostada Update:
✨ V E R Y T A L L ✨

A tiny tortie kitten sitting on the very edge of a soft strawberry pink tent stretching her neck very very long because she smells FOOD. Her toes are curled around the edge and her sharp lil nails are poking out. She is FOCUSED.

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 3d

Thank You for taking care of baby Tostada, it made my night🙏🏽🥰

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Cheryl in Nova Scotia 🇨🇦🍁🍁 @minibubbly.bsky.social · 5d

Quebec measures targeting retailers when it comes to sustainability of goods and planned obsolescence of products comes into effect today. In #Quebec, it is now prohibited to sell goods whose normal operating life has been deliberately limited.

www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...

Quebec provisions of the law promoting the sustainability of goods come into force

New measures targeting retailers come into force on Sunday in connection with the law to promote the sustainability of goods and counter planned obsolescence.

www.ctvnews.ca

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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · 4d

I spoke up about Pierre Poilievre today and got this threat on facebook. Josh Levy tells me to watch my back.
No Josh, I will keep speaking out about building a better Canada regardless of the threats you make to me or my loved ones.

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Seth Cotlar @sethcotlar.bsky.social · 3d

Brave of Noem to venture into this violent battle zone.

Alex Baumhardt @alexbaumhardt.bsky.social · 3d

Scene outside ICE facility in Portland where DHS Sec. Noem is expected to visit today. Sound on for one protestor’s soundtrack.

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COPE: The Coalition of Progressive Electors @copevancouver.bsky.social · 4d

RED ALERT: Ken Sim Plans to Drop HUGE CUTS on Vancouver's Public Services THIS WEDNESDAY

That could mean cuts to:
❌ Libraries
❌ Community Grants
❌ Road Safety
❌ Homelessness supports
❌ Arts & Culture
❌ Reconciliation
❌ Climate change programs

Write to council now:
www.votecope.ca/stopsim

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Michelle Gamage @michellegamage.bsky.social · 4d

A single Vancouver police officer made $397,258 last year, making $239,258 in overtime on top of their base pay of up to $158,000.
This is the wildest FOI I've seen in a long time. Well done Liam Britten for digging this up. #CBC
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47 VPD officers made over $100K in OT last year — and one banked $239K, FOI data shows | CBC News

A single Vancouver police sergeant was paid $239,258 in overtime alone last year, on top of the rank's base pay of up to $158,000. The figure comes from a freedom of information request filed with the...

www.cbc.ca

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🍁🇨🇦Team Canada Forever🇨🇦🍁 @teamcanadaforever.bsky.social · 6d

I can watch this clip thousands of time and still won’t be enough.

Adam van Koeverden telling like it is.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

❤️🍁🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🍁❤️
❤️🍁🇨🇦VIVE LE CANADA 🇨🇦🍁❤️

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 7d

One of my absolute favourite shows OAT!!💅🏽❤️‍🔥

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Fifty Shades of Whey @fiftyshadesofwhey.bsky.social · 7d

If the "good guys" are ignoring all laws, vaporizing innocent Palestinians, bombing boats in Venezuela, separating immigrant families, covering up child trafficking, etc.... How long until they set their sights on you or someone you love? 10 years? 5 years? 1 year?

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Aaron Wherry @aaronwherry.bsky.social · 8d

Fun facts: The Ontario legislature isn't sitting today, won't be sitting for another 17 days and last met on June 5.

It's a good thing provinces don't have any responsibilities in this country.

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Cheri DiNovo @cheridinovo.bsky.social · 8d

Doug Ford is being investigated for corruption by the Auditor
Add this to the Therme nightmare, the Science Centre, no jobs, no housing, no $$ for health or housing and now rumours that his obsession with speed cameras is because his daughter got caught by them too many times?

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Rachel Gilmore @rachelgilmore.bsky.social · 9d

As others, including Ireland, rush to help their citizens involved with the flotilla, here’s what Canada’s government told me of the six Canadians on board:

“The Government of Canada is not able to guarantee the safety of Canadian travelers, or to provide them with security and protection abroad.”

Screenshot of an email.

media@international.gc.ca writes:

Hi Rachel, We will get back to you asap. Thanks,

In a follow up:

Please see our response:
The Government of Canada is not able to guarantee the safety of Canadian travelers, or to provide them with security and protection abroad. The decision to travel is personal, and individuals are responsible for their own safety abroad. Global Affairs Canada (GAC) advises Canadians avoid all travel to Palestine due to the ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip and the unpredictable security situation in the West Bank. More information is available on our travel advice webpage.
While the Goverment of Canada has no plans to accompany the flotilla, this does not in any way detract from Canada's position that humanitarian assistance into Gaza must be immediately scaled-up to address the catastrophic humanitarian situation. We continue to urge Israel to allow the immediate entry of UN-coordinated humanitarian assistance, via land crossings, into and throughout Gaza.
Since October 2023, Canada has committed more than $400 million in international assistance in response to the current crises in Palestine.
The immediate priority must be a ceasefire in Gaza, the release of all hostages, and a sustained influx in UN-led humanitarian aid. Canada is committed to continue

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Hemry, Local Bartender @bartenderhemry.bsky.social · 9d

Most morally offensive part of hegseth's speech was the idea that manliness and courage consists of bullying and abusing people weaker than you rather than standing up for justice against people more powerful than you. Real andrew tate shit

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Erin Blondeau | writer & dreamer @erinblondeau.bsky.social · 10d

High school student Evan Li asked a question that the Alberta Next panel didn't like, so Bruce McAllister, executive director of the premier's office, muted his mic, cut Li off, accused him of trying to spread chaos, and then said his parents should have spanked him.

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Premier's office staffer apologizes for remark he made to teen at Alberta Next panel | CBC News

The moderator of the province's Alberta Next panel has publicly apologized for a remark Premier Danielle Smith has called offensive. Smith now says she considers the matter closed.

www.cbc.ca

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City of Toronto @toronto.ca · 11d

Toronto’s street vendors and buskers bring our city to life! Help shape the future of our streets and public spaces. Fill out our survey or participate in a public consultation in Sept.

Have your say: www.toronto.ca/services-pay...

A person receiving food from a food truck.

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matrraka.bsky.social @matrraka.bsky.social · 11d

Eeww the disrespect to a real legend

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