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Jeff Doctor @jeff.doctor · 20h

"Indigenous people are overrepresented in Canadian criminal courts and far more likely than non-Indigenous people to be convicted and locked up once they come before a judge, according to a 2021 federal government study."

Canada really just gonna ignore CANDRIP eh?
www.aptnnews.ca/national-new...

Who did Canada consult on its bail reform legislation?

The federal government introduced its bail reform legislation but it's not clear who the Liberals consulted to write the proposed law.

www.aptnnews.ca

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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 1d

Some places in Jamaica will receive more rainfall from hurricane Melissa than London or Paris receives in a year!

It’s noteworthy that scientists and technicians from NOAA’s National Hurricane Center who are tracking the storm are not being paid because of the Republican government shutdown.

Guardian Environment @environment.theguardian.com · 1d

Jamaica braces for its most powerful hurricane as Melissa nears category 5

Jamaica braces for its most powerful Hurricane as Melissa nears category 5

Record-breaking hurricane expected to make landfall on Tuesday with 160mph winds, while New Zealand reels from storm damage

www.theguardian.com

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 3d

coffee lowers the pH of water, and...contains organic compounds which rob aquatic systems of oxygen as they decompose. The nutrients...encourage algae growth and may lead to...oxygen depletion in rivers and lakes, which can stress and potentially reduce the lifespan of marine plants and animals.

Should you pour coffee down the drain? An environmental scientist explains

Caffeine has been found in more than 50% of samples of 258 rivers in 104 countries.

theconversation.com

Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 3d

I just yelled at it to shut up. Because I always respond with maturity to such things.

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Ontario Clean Air Alliance @oncleanair.bsky.social · 5d

The IESO needs to rethink its plans for Toronto: phase-out the Portlands gas plant and invest in energy efficiency, renewables and storage.
#onpoli #topoli
www.cleanairalliance.org/irrp/

IESO needs to rethink its plans for Toronto

The IESO needs to rethink its plans for Toronto: phase-out the Portlands gas plant and invest in energy efficiency, renewables and storage. #onpoli #topoli

www.cleanairalliance.org

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 5d

I am willing to make some sacrifices, including paying higher taxes to cover social programs for Canadians who aren't as well off as I am. What I am not willing to sacrifice: Indigenous rights, a healthy environment and a liveable planet. Will watch the full speech and keep an eye out for details.

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 5d

Roads would probably, if asked, prefer gentler uses like cycling (for which paved roads were developed) over pothole-inducing, surface crushing cars.

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 6d

I worked in downtown Toronto in 1992. Skipped off work to go to the parade with a colleague. My claim to fame was calling out Candy Maldonado's name just like the announcer and getting a grin and a nod from him. This is close to my reaction 👇

a blue jays mascot on a baseball field

Alt: a blue jays mascot dances on a baseball field

media.tenor.com

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 6d

If we just made it universal this wouldn't be a problem.

Tens of thousands mistakenly approved for dental coverage, Health Canada says | CBC News

Roughly 70,000 people were approved for coverage under the public dental insurance program, but were later deemed ineligible or had been assessed for an incorrect copayment level, Health Canada said T...

www.cbc.ca

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 9d

Back in the car and I am rather a mess.

A woman with a tear stained face attempts to smile for the camera

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 9d

If anyone in #ygk needs a beautiful kitten in your lives my fosters are up for adoption.

An orange and white kitten explores a closure at PetSmart

A grey and white kitten is curled up on a cat bed in an enclosure

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Lory 🇨🇦 @loryanne.bsky.social · 12d

Please sign this petition concerning speed cameras in Ontario. #fordnationcorruption #onpoli #libsneedtovote

Sign the Petition

Reverse the decision on speed cameras in Ontario

c.org

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The Kingstonist @kingstonist.bsky.social · 13d

#ICYMI
"You voted on who should be Kingston’s official City Bird, and both the cardinal and the crow received the most votes. They will jointly share the title as Kingston’s official City Birds," the City said. #YGK #OfficalBird

More here: www.kingstonist.com/news/both-ca...

Both cardinal and crow selected as Kingston's official City Bird – Kingston News

(Kingston, Ontario) In mid-September, the City of Kingston put out an invitation for residents to vote on Kingston's official City Bird. Last week, the results came in:

www.kingstonist.com

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 13d

What we do in our gardens right now can make a big difference in how birds find food, shelter, and safety in the months to come. This fall, let’s turn our yards into the perfect place to welcome avian guests over the winter.

The Bird Host’s Handbook: Fall Tips for Your Yard

October is the perfect time to help birds thrive by planting native species, leaving leaf litter and setting up feeders. Learn how small changes at home can help create a

www.birdscanada.org

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 13d

Bill C-12 blocks anyone in Canada over one year from claiming refugee status—even if their home country becomes dangerous after arrival. This applies retroactively to everyone since June 2020, abandoning international humanitarian law.

Write to support migrants and refugees.

Stop Bill C-12 - Migrant Rights Network

Send an Email Now! Bill C-12 is a cruel and violent law that aims to create a mass deportation machine: One-Year Refugee Deadline: Bill C-12 blocks anyone in Canada over one year from claiming refugee...

migrantrights.ca

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 15d

If you use a gas furnace for heating (which you probably do!) you should know more about so-called "natural" gas. Hint: It’s not “green” or “clean” as gas companies like to claim.

Help debunk gas industry misinformation by sharing this video!

Learn more and take action here: thefrackingtruth.ca

What's the Fr#cking Truth? 🤔 #MonsterMisconceptions of Un-natural Gas!

YouTube video by Stand.earth

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 15d

"The proposed law treats people who are expressing themselves in public as criminals-in-waiting, and gives police more discretion to read their minds, interpret their motives, and arrest them." #canpoli #protests breachmedia.ca/new-hate-cri...

New hate crime law is a cover for suppressing Palestine protests ⋆ The Breach

The proposed 'Combatting Hate Act' is built on the idea that protests inspire hateful violence, and gives police the tools to crack down on expression

breachmedia.ca

Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 18d

No. They must use a public library!

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Jeff Doctor @jeff.doctor · 18d

“We were gathered for the past two days at a Treaty Education Conference, talking about our rights and our rightful place on these lands and waters, while Nova Scotia was making unilateral decisions and pushing through legislation with hidden agendas to stifle the voices of our Nation.”

Kate Beaton @katebeaton.bsky.social · 19d

Last week, Nova Scotia passed Bill 127, criminalizing Mi'kmaw protestors on Hunters Mountain who want to defend the land from clearcutting. And have a right to. Truth and Reconciliation means nothing to these people. www.saltwire.com/cape-breton/...

'Dismissing our Mi’kmaw voices': Passage of bill angers Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw leaders

Passage of Bill angers Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw leaders especially in Cape Breton where blockade continues at Hunters Mountain against logging.

www.saltwire.com

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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 20d

Firefighters: Don't plug your ebike in overnight. Watch it carefully as it charges.

Public: *gasp* That's so dangerous.

Firefighters: Yes, much like your phone.

Public: I... what?

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Kim Sutherland Mills @bacciogelato.bsky.social · 20d

This is a disgrace. @markgerretsen.bsky.social Please intervene for these animals. They should not have to die because of Marineland's incompetency.

Ottawa, Ontario point at each other to help belugas amid Marineland euthanization threat | CBC News

The federal and Ontario governments are urging each other to help 30 belugas at Marineland, which has threatened to euthanize the whales if the defunct amusement park does not receive emergency funds ...

www.cbc.ca

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 21d

For every €1 provided through a Basic Income For Artists pilot program in Ireland, the government got €1.46 back. So it’s being made permanent.

Over and over we see it. It saves public money to provide public housing. And it makes public money to provide basic income.

We can’t afford to NOT do it.

Mike Sowden @mikeachim.bsky.social · 21d

Damn. This is amazing. £325 per week, paid monthly, for 3 years - and the result was a profit for the Irish economy:
www.citizensinformation.ie/en/employmen...

Post from Threads user rodneyowl: "Ireland has declared the Basic Income for Artists scheme permanent. This will be officially announced in tomorrow’s budget. Details to follow. Congratulations to all who fought for it and the present and future artists of all sorts in Ireland. That includes me 👌We’re just comin to the end of a 3 year pilot scheme. It’s been a roaring success. For every €1 paid out to the 2000 participants, the government got €1.46 back. Can’t argue with that. Other countries are already taking note."

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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 21d

News that shocks no one: Carbon offsets do nothing for climate.

Carbon offsets fail to cut global heating due to ‘intractable’ systemic problems, study says

Analysis of 25 years of evidence shows most schemes are poor quality and fail to lower emissions

www.theguardian.com

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National Trust @nationaltrust.org.uk · 21d

This is the official return of a native species lost for over a century.

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Aarne Granlund @aarnegranlund.bsky.social · 26d

"The richest 20% of nations, with 15% of the global population, contribute more than 40% of annual ecological overshoot, whereas the poorest 40% of countries, with 42% of the global population, experience more than 60% of the social shortfall.

#Overshoot

www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Doughnut of social and planetary boundaries monitors a world out of balance - Nature

A revised ‘Doughnut’ providing a visual assessment of trends in social deprivation and planetary degradation over the past two decades shows more than doubling of global GDP accompanied by accelerating ecological overshoot but only a modest reduction in human deprivation.

www.nature.com

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