Joel Faber
@joelfabes.bsky.social
I'm an editor and writer and sometimes I take pictures. I'm here because I'm curious about the world! Find my work at www.joelfaber.me.
Great to see this level of engagement in what people know is a tremendously significant election! Hope my guy is getting the most votes, of course...
#canada #canadavotes #elbowsup #canadaelection2025
#canada #canadavotes #elbowsup #canadaelection2025
Elections Canada announces record turnout on 1st day of advance voting | CBC News
Elections Canada has announced preliminary estimates that show nearly two million electors voted Friday, the first day of advance polls. It's a record turnout, according to the non-partisan agency.
www.cbc.ca
April 20, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Great to see this level of engagement in what people know is a tremendously significant election! Hope my guy is getting the most votes, of course...
#canada #canadavotes #elbowsup #canadaelection2025
#canada #canadavotes #elbowsup #canadaelection2025
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A new dam on the Klabava River south of Prague to protect critical habitat hit bureaucratic delays…but a colony of beavers took things into their own paws, building a series of dams in the same locations the engineers had planned, creating a wetland that saved the Czech govt 1.2M euros.
Read more:
Read more:
Critters taking climate action
Beavers are saving the day, but amphibians can’t take the heat—and how bird watching is a climate action
www.talkingclimate.ca
April 12, 2025 at 3:24 PM
A new dam on the Klabava River south of Prague to protect critical habitat hit bureaucratic delays…but a colony of beavers took things into their own paws, building a series of dams in the same locations the engineers had planned, creating a wetland that saved the Czech govt 1.2M euros.
Read more:
Read more:
I had this lovely encounter during a quick walk around campus yesterday! It felt like a reward for getting outside, and a reminder of how close we can be to something wonderful without even knowing it.
@utsc.bsky.social
#outdoors #getoutside #nature #staypositive
@utsc.bsky.social
#outdoors #getoutside #nature #staypositive
April 9, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I had this lovely encounter during a quick walk around campus yesterday! It felt like a reward for getting outside, and a reminder of how close we can be to something wonderful without even knowing it.
@utsc.bsky.social
#outdoors #getoutside #nature #staypositive
@utsc.bsky.social
#outdoors #getoutside #nature #staypositive
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We’ve spoken to the penguins on Heard and McDonald Islands, and while they declined to comment at this time, rest assured they’re taking the matter very seriously.
#penguin #birds #birdlifeoz #birdlifeaustralia
#penguin #birds #birdlifeoz #birdlifeaustralia
April 3, 2025 at 11:52 PM
We’ve spoken to the penguins on Heard and McDonald Islands, and while they declined to comment at this time, rest assured they’re taking the matter very seriously.
#penguin #birds #birdlifeoz #birdlifeaustralia
#penguin #birds #birdlifeoz #birdlifeaustralia
Just some Canadians trying to figure out #tariffs rates. I know the big man south of 49° said "tariff" is his favourite word in the dictionary, but looking at this math, it doesn't seem like anyone down there...read the dictionary?
#CBC #elbowsup
youtube.com/watch?v=PWhv...
#CBC #elbowsup
youtube.com/watch?v=PWhv...
The bizarre way Trump’s team calculated reciprocal tariffs | About That
YouTube video by CBC News
youtube.com
April 4, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Just some Canadians trying to figure out #tariffs rates. I know the big man south of 49° said "tariff" is his favourite word in the dictionary, but looking at this math, it doesn't seem like anyone down there...read the dictionary?
#CBC #elbowsup
youtube.com/watch?v=PWhv...
#CBC #elbowsup
youtube.com/watch?v=PWhv...
Not a very optimistic thought, but still, a good question to ask...
The thing we learned from Web2 is that the most impactful businesses became the most impactful by optimizing for addiction.
Which means we should all ask, how would you optimize generative AI for addiction? Whatever makes it the most addictive is probably what it will become.
Which means we should all ask, how would you optimize generative AI for addiction? Whatever makes it the most addictive is probably what it will become.
March 31, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Not a very optimistic thought, but still, a good question to ask...
I know this is not very important, relatively speaking, but can we collectively find even one more verb for the application of tariffs beside "slap"? #elbowsup
March 30, 2025 at 4:55 AM
I know this is not very important, relatively speaking, but can we collectively find even one more verb for the application of tariffs beside "slap"? #elbowsup
"Make no mistake, not addressing basic human needs, such as a place to stay, enough food or access to primary care, reflects a political weakness in Canada when it comes to fixing what are solvable problems."
National identity and global trade are for people who already have housing & healthcare.
National identity and global trade are for people who already have housing & healthcare.
The 2025 federal election is the most important of our lives. I hope it starts soon.
All the parties involved, so far, are just rolling out the same old tactics that are more prone to stoking cynicism than encouraging sober consideration. #Opinion
All the parties involved, so far, are just rolling out the same old tactics that are more prone to stoking cynicism than encouraging sober consideration. #Opinion
The 2025 federal election is the most important of our lives. I hope it starts soon
If this is the most consequential election of our lifetimes, why does it feel so much like all the others? If the situation for Canada is so dire, should voters
www.thestar.com
March 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
"Make no mistake, not addressing basic human needs, such as a place to stay, enough food or access to primary care, reflects a political weakness in Canada when it comes to fixing what are solvable problems."
National identity and global trade are for people who already have housing & healthcare.
National identity and global trade are for people who already have housing & healthcare.
The best quote account.
March 25, 2025 at 2:08 AM
The best quote account.
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Finding it very hard to concentrate at work today...
March 4, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Finding it very hard to concentrate at work today...
This is the right question to be asking, given the state of the world...
A couple months ago I was at a pub with my siblings and was delighted to recognize the epic bassline of "Guns of Brixton" rolling out live from the back corner where the local band was stashed.
A couple months ago I was at a pub with my siblings and was delighted to recognize the epic bassline of "Guns of Brixton" rolling out live from the back corner where the local band was stashed.
what's your favorite clash song without saying should i stay or should i go, or train in vain
March 2, 2025 at 1:54 AM
This is the right question to be asking, given the state of the world...
A couple months ago I was at a pub with my siblings and was delighted to recognize the epic bassline of "Guns of Brixton" rolling out live from the back corner where the local band was stashed.
A couple months ago I was at a pub with my siblings and was delighted to recognize the epic bassline of "Guns of Brixton" rolling out live from the back corner where the local band was stashed.
Voted in our provincial election today; it was easy, relaxed, and felt very normal. Thanks to the poll workers and to everyone voting for helping democracy to run smoothly 🍁
February 28, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Voted in our provincial election today; it was easy, relaxed, and felt very normal. Thanks to the poll workers and to everyone voting for helping democracy to run smoothly 🍁
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James Webb Satellite took a fantastic shot of the Planet Saturn with it's Near Infrared Camera (NIRCam) and the Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI). This is just an Amazing shot that shows the planet and the rings in brilliant detail.
February 24, 2025 at 6:16 AM
James Webb Satellite took a fantastic shot of the Planet Saturn with it's Near Infrared Camera (NIRCam) and the Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI). This is just an Amazing shot that shows the planet and the rings in brilliant detail.
Nothing could stop the steal from Binnington in OT, and Connor showed everyone what it looks like when WE go high 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 #ohcanada that win felt good, proud of yet another team to remember!
February 21, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Nothing could stop the steal from Binnington in OT, and Connor showed everyone what it looks like when WE go high 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 #ohcanada that win felt good, proud of yet another team to remember!
We watched the joyful and poignant #ComeFromAway yesterday with Mirvish in Toronto, and what a great #Canadian story for our moment! So proud of those Newfies who showed all of #Canada who we want to be.
It also hits very differently than when we first saw the musical 5 yrs ago. [1/2]
It also hits very differently than when we first saw the musical 5 yrs ago. [1/2]
February 16, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We watched the joyful and poignant #ComeFromAway yesterday with Mirvish in Toronto, and what a great #Canadian story for our moment! So proud of those Newfies who showed all of #Canada who we want to be.
It also hits very differently than when we first saw the musical 5 yrs ago. [1/2]
It also hits very differently than when we first saw the musical 5 yrs ago. [1/2]
I take a lot of photos of my family, which I don't post publicly. This anonymized composition was my son's idea. I love how his playfulness leans into a whole aesthetic he has no idea about. [01.22]
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm XTRA 400
#filmphotography #olympus #fujifilm #everydaylife #portrait
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm XTRA 400
#filmphotography #olympus #fujifilm #everydaylife #portrait
February 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
I take a lot of photos of my family, which I don't post publicly. This anonymized composition was my son's idea. I love how his playfulness leans into a whole aesthetic he has no idea about. [01.22]
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm XTRA 400
#filmphotography #olympus #fujifilm #everydaylife #portrait
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm XTRA 400
#filmphotography #olympus #fujifilm #everydaylife #portrait
Reposted by Joel Faber
Clearest image of Mars ever taken.
🔭 🧪
🔭 🧪
February 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Clearest image of Mars ever taken.
🔭 🧪
🔭 🧪
I have to wonder who made the editorial decision about this picture for this story and whether they had a subtle point to make 👏
#canada #truenorth
#canada #truenorth
Raptors fans become latest to boo American national anthem as trade war heats up | CBC Sports
Fans at Scotiabank Arena loudly booed during the American national anthem before the Toronto Raptors hosted the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.
www.cbc.ca
February 3, 2025 at 12:37 AM
I have to wonder who made the editorial decision about this picture for this story and whether they had a subtle point to make 👏
#canada #truenorth
#canada #truenorth
I learned a lot from my first roll of black and white. It's amazing how much more light and texture matter for an image's sense of depth without colour. I love how much of a vibe these two have [12.21]
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Kentmere Pan 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kentmere #b&film #atmosphere
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Kentmere Pan 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kentmere #b&film #atmosphere
February 1, 2025 at 3:35 PM
I learned a lot from my first roll of black and white. It's amazing how much more light and texture matter for an image's sense of depth without colour. I love how much of a vibe these two have [12.21]
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Kentmere Pan 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kentmere #b&film #atmosphere
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Kentmere Pan 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kentmere #b&film #atmosphere
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Did you know that Christians who take the actual Bible seriously are often on the front lines of climate action?
I know this may be a surprising & jarring claim in the US, where “evangelical” has become synonymous with opinions + positions completely at odds w/ Christian theology.
Here’s why:
I know this may be a surprising & jarring claim in the US, where “evangelical” has become synonymous with opinions + positions completely at odds w/ Christian theology.
Here’s why:
January 30, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Did you know that Christians who take the actual Bible seriously are often on the front lines of climate action?
I know this may be a surprising & jarring claim in the US, where “evangelical” has become synonymous with opinions + positions completely at odds w/ Christian theology.
Here’s why:
I know this may be a surprising & jarring claim in the US, where “evangelical” has become synonymous with opinions + positions completely at odds w/ Christian theology.
Here’s why:
As I got into film I fell in love with the way that film imparted its own wash of colours and textures.
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm Superia 200 & Kodak Ultramax 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kodak #fujifilm #believeinfilm #grainisgood
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm Superia 200 & Kodak Ultramax 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kodak #fujifilm #believeinfilm #grainisgood
January 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
As I got into film I fell in love with the way that film imparted its own wash of colours and textures.
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm Superia 200 & Kodak Ultramax 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kodak #fujifilm #believeinfilm #grainisgood
📷: Olympus OM10
🎞️: Fujifilm Superia 200 & Kodak Ultramax 400
#filmphotography #olympus #kodak #fujifilm #believeinfilm #grainisgood
Even if it looks just like a duck, it might not actually be a duck! Talk about fake news...
January 25, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Even if it looks just like a duck, it might not actually be a duck! Talk about fake news...
Editing a health humanities essay this week I was reflecting on how my *confusion* has matured. It used to feel like a failure of comprehension; I've reframed it as a 🎁 to my writer by asking *why* I'm confused and what would change that. Be curious even about yourself!
#amediting #academicediting
#amediting #academicediting
January 25, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Editing a health humanities essay this week I was reflecting on how my *confusion* has matured. It used to feel like a failure of comprehension; I've reframed it as a 🎁 to my writer by asking *why* I'm confused and what would change that. Be curious even about yourself!
#amediting #academicediting
#amediting #academicediting
This photo from the first roll I shot convinced me that film was going to be something special. I don't have time to master photography, but I've been chasing this serendipity ever since [07.21]
#olympusOM10 #zuiko50mm #kodak400 #filmphotography #skyline #rainbow #deepblues
#olympusOM10 #zuiko50mm #kodak400 #filmphotography #skyline #rainbow #deepblues
January 23, 2025 at 1:28 AM
This photo from the first roll I shot convinced me that film was going to be something special. I don't have time to master photography, but I've been chasing this serendipity ever since [07.21]
#olympusOM10 #zuiko50mm #kodak400 #filmphotography #skyline #rainbow #deepblues
#olympusOM10 #zuiko50mm #kodak400 #filmphotography #skyline #rainbow #deepblues