Alana Wakula
@awakula.bsky.social
Mountain girl living in the prairies, retired lawyer, aspiring community builder.
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Why not have the Bill require that any use of the Notwithstanding Clause needs 60% support in the legislature? Then you put democratic checks on the thing? Either way, the SKP clearly has no interest in placing limits on s. 33.
New NDP bill targets province’s use of notwithstanding clause
REGINA - The opposition New Democrats have introduced a private member’s bill which would refer any legislation enacting the notwithstanding clause to the Court of Appeal. According to the wordi...
www.620ckrm.com
December 5, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Why not have the Bill require that any use of the Notwithstanding Clause needs 60% support in the legislature? Then you put democratic checks on the thing? Either way, the SKP clearly has no interest in placing limits on s. 33.
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Scott Moe's Saskatchewan.
Report shows more than 300,000 Saskatchewan residents without a family doctor, NDP blames government for healthcare crisis
A new report from the Angus Reid Institute has revealed that over one in four Saskatchewan residents — more than 300,000 people — do not have a family doctor, placing the province last among major pro...
www.discoverhumboldt.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Scott Moe's Saskatchewan.
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Saskatchewan's government is poised to spend an extra $1 billion this year, a move that would sink the province's finances deeper into the red. swiftcurrentonline.com/articles/sas... #skpoli
Saskatchewan's government earmarking additional $1 billion in spending
Saskatchewan's government is poised to spend an extra $1 billion this year, a move that would sink the province's finances deeper into the red. A committee meeting heard an additional expense of $813 ...
swiftcurrentonline.com
December 3, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Saskatchewan's government is poised to spend an extra $1 billion this year, a move that would sink the province's finances deeper into the red. swiftcurrentonline.com/articles/sas... #skpoli
Conservative Premiers prove over and over again that the rights of their citizens don’t matter.
The authoritarian nature of Smith's UCP government and its use of the Notwithstanding Clause.
canadiandimension.com/articles/vie...
canadiandimension.com/articles/vie...
The authoritarian edge of Alberta conservatism
Danielle Smith’s unprecedented use of the notwithstanding clause is reshaping Alberta politics, targeting labour, trans youth, and minority rights. Ryan Kelpin traces the far-right project behind her ...
canadiandimension.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Conservative Premiers prove over and over again that the rights of their citizens don’t matter.
My most-used words in 2025 were:
1. "newscanada" (13×)
2. "country" (12×)
3. "saskatchewan" (12×)
4. "children" (11×)
5. "rights" (11×)
See which words you used the most here: anisota.net/harvest
1. "newscanada" (13×)
2. "country" (12×)
3. "saskatchewan" (12×)
4. "children" (11×)
5. "rights" (11×)
See which words you used the most here: anisota.net/harvest
Anisota's Annual Bluesky Harvest 2025
A recap of your year on Bluesky. Discover patterns, connections, and insights from your journey in the ATmosphere.
anisota.net
December 3, 2025 at 2:18 PM
My most-used words in 2025 were:
1. "newscanada" (13×)
2. "country" (12×)
3. "saskatchewan" (12×)
4. "children" (11×)
5. "rights" (11×)
See which words you used the most here: anisota.net/harvest
1. "newscanada" (13×)
2. "country" (12×)
3. "saskatchewan" (12×)
4. "children" (11×)
5. "rights" (11×)
See which words you used the most here: anisota.net/harvest
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Sask wildfire strategy:
Double down on coal.
Double down on coal.
December 3, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Sask wildfire strategy:
Double down on coal.
Double down on coal.
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I want to share a hopeful moment with you : remember that Kyiv coffee place that Russia hit 6 times - and they restored it all these 6 times ? Today I had a coffee there✨☕️
December 1, 2025 at 12:33 AM
I want to share a hopeful moment with you : remember that Kyiv coffee place that Russia hit 6 times - and they restored it all these 6 times ? Today I had a coffee there✨☕️
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Just a woman taping cellophane to her car damaged by Russian drone attack. Saturday in Kyiv
November 29, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Just a woman taping cellophane to her car damaged by Russian drone attack. Saturday in Kyiv
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Calling bitumen from the tar sands 'sustainable' or 'low-emission' is an example of double-speak at its finest.
"He added that the new pipeline would transport one million barrels of low-emission Alberta bitumen a day, with a route that increases access to new Asian markets as a priority."
"He added that the new pipeline would transport one million barrels of low-emission Alberta bitumen a day, with a route that increases access to new Asian markets as a priority."
Canada rolls back climate rules in energy deal with Alberta
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney signed an agreement with Alberta's premier on Thursday that rolls back certain climate rules to spur investment in energy production, while encouraging construction...
www.reuters.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Calling bitumen from the tar sands 'sustainable' or 'low-emission' is an example of double-speak at its finest.
"He added that the new pipeline would transport one million barrels of low-emission Alberta bitumen a day, with a route that increases access to new Asian markets as a priority."
"He added that the new pipeline would transport one million barrels of low-emission Alberta bitumen a day, with a route that increases access to new Asian markets as a priority."
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This might easily be the photo of the day : this is Kyiv today. The sign says ‘all is ok’ in Ukrainian. It hangs on the door of one of the apartment damaged by Russian attack on Kyiv. Probably for rescuers , or neighbours, or everyone.
November 29, 2025 at 2:11 PM
This might easily be the photo of the day : this is Kyiv today. The sign says ‘all is ok’ in Ukrainian. It hangs on the door of one of the apartment damaged by Russian attack on Kyiv. Probably for rescuers , or neighbours, or everyone.
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We have reports that about 180 Russian Shahed drones in Ukraine’s air space detected , and that many of them moving in direction of Kyiv .
And if you’re wondering - yes that’s a lot
And if you’re wondering - yes that’s a lot
November 29, 2025 at 3:37 AM
We have reports that about 180 Russian Shahed drones in Ukraine’s air space detected , and that many of them moving in direction of Kyiv .
And if you’re wondering - yes that’s a lot
And if you’re wondering - yes that’s a lot
Saskatchewan needs to invest in the long-neglected North.
November 28, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Saskatchewan needs to invest in the long-neglected North.
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The @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social is seeking public input on proposed improvements to 19th St E.
There's a Community Information Session
Date: Thurs, December 4th, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Place: Gather Local Market (414 Avenue B S, Saskatoon, SK)
or online:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/Connecting...
There's a Community Information Session
Date: Thurs, December 4th, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Place: Gather Local Market (414 Avenue B S, Saskatoon, SK)
or online:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/Connecting...
November 28, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The @cityofsaskatoon.bsky.social is seeking public input on proposed improvements to 19th St E.
There's a Community Information Session
Date: Thurs, December 4th, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Place: Gather Local Market (414 Avenue B S, Saskatoon, SK)
or online:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/Connecting...
There's a Community Information Session
Date: Thurs, December 4th, 2025
Time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Place: Gather Local Market (414 Avenue B S, Saskatoon, SK)
or online:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/Connecting...
Western Canada, you need to learn about the Hectate Strait and why it matters.
Green Party of Canada 🇨🇦 -
Fact check: No, U.S. oil tankers do not pass through the Hecate Strait. Elizabeth May shows exactly why the tanker ban exists, and why protecting it matters. #cdnpoli
Fact check: No, U.S. oil tankers do not pass through the Hecate Strait. Elizabeth May shows exactly why the tanker ban exists, and why protecting it matters. #cdnpoli
November 28, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Western Canada, you need to learn about the Hectate Strait and why it matters.
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Lets face it, this is a good day for oil companies, businesses, and those in the oil sector. Its a bad day for the environment and for reconciliation with Indigenous nations whose lands this thing will go over. As Blanchet stated, this is the official end of Canada's climate commitments.
Ottawa-Alberta agreement clears federal hurdles for west coast pipeline, suspends clean energy regulations
Federal government won’t implement its oil and gas emissions cap, and both sides will consult with B.C. on project, MOU says
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Lets face it, this is a good day for oil companies, businesses, and those in the oil sector. Its a bad day for the environment and for reconciliation with Indigenous nations whose lands this thing will go over. As Blanchet stated, this is the official end of Canada's climate commitments.
When the toll of war becomes your normal.
Nothing wakes you up quite like walking down the stairs of tall apartment building first thing in the morning because rolling blackouts are on . On a bright side - thanks Russia for my cardio !
November 27, 2025 at 6:23 PM
When the toll of war becomes your normal.
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#GoodMorningFromSaskatoon Winter Wonderland Edition. First appearance of ice in the river this season
November 27, 2025 at 3:17 PM
#GoodMorningFromSaskatoon Winter Wonderland Edition. First appearance of ice in the river this season
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Saskatoon Hospitals have been in crisis mode and this problem isnt going away.
The Sask Party have done nothing to make sure Saskatoon City Hospital wont close early again, and they have no plan to extend the already limited hours.
We need a better plan. Give us your thoughts at yourcareyoursay.ca
The Sask Party have done nothing to make sure Saskatoon City Hospital wont close early again, and they have no plan to extend the already limited hours.
We need a better plan. Give us your thoughts at yourcareyoursay.ca
November 26, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Saskatoon Hospitals have been in crisis mode and this problem isnt going away.
The Sask Party have done nothing to make sure Saskatoon City Hospital wont close early again, and they have no plan to extend the already limited hours.
We need a better plan. Give us your thoughts at yourcareyoursay.ca
The Sask Party have done nothing to make sure Saskatoon City Hospital wont close early again, and they have no plan to extend the already limited hours.
We need a better plan. Give us your thoughts at yourcareyoursay.ca
The “surplus” was a myth. And this deficit would be twice as high but for SK continuing to collect the industrial carbon tax.
You had one job, sir: balance the books.
Time to make way for some new blood.
[Subtext: your fiscal framework never changes and will always draw deficits. That’s why we change govts.]
#termlimits
Time to make way for some new blood.
[Subtext: your fiscal framework never changes and will always draw deficits. That’s why we change govts.]
#termlimits
November 25, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The “surplus” was a myth. And this deficit would be twice as high but for SK continuing to collect the industrial carbon tax.
Ukrainians fighting Russia with whatever they can. 😔
This is both heartbreaking and heartwarming sight: a Kyivan pouring a water from a bucket to put out fire after Russia bombed apartment building in Kyiv previous night
November 25, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Ukrainians fighting Russia with whatever they can. 😔
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Imagine using the power of the state to limit professional regulatory bodies from being able to protect the integrity of the profession from members who use the credential to defend odious speech.
Alberta aims to curtail regulatory bodies from sanctioning workers for after-hours activities | CBC News
Many Alberta workers could no longer be investigated by their licensing bodies for what they say outside of work hours, should the legislature pass a new bill.
www.cbc.ca
November 21, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Imagine using the power of the state to limit professional regulatory bodies from being able to protect the integrity of the profession from members who use the credential to defend odious speech.
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Caving to Putin isn’t strength. It’s weakness. And it signals to every dictator watching that aggression pays.
November 20, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Caving to Putin isn’t strength. It’s weakness. And it signals to every dictator watching that aggression pays.
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Last night, Russia killed 25 people in Ternopil.
Just one night. Fifty missiles. Five hundred drones.
This is the Ukrainian reality we should never forget.
These are the strains under which the Ukrainian people reform & build their future in the European Union.
Just one night. Fifty missiles. Five hundred drones.
This is the Ukrainian reality we should never forget.
These are the strains under which the Ukrainian people reform & build their future in the European Union.
November 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Last night, Russia killed 25 people in Ternopil.
Just one night. Fifty missiles. Five hundred drones.
This is the Ukrainian reality we should never forget.
These are the strains under which the Ukrainian people reform & build their future in the European Union.
Just one night. Fifty missiles. Five hundred drones.
This is the Ukrainian reality we should never forget.
These are the strains under which the Ukrainian people reform & build their future in the European Union.
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