Joan Skelton - Nasty But Nice Canadian
@jskel70.bsky.social
Proud Antifa Canadian. Retired after working in non-profit leadership, for politicians and as a journalist over 45 year career
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Canada's Mary Simon from Norway to Denmark to Greenland - A clear northern strategy:
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February 4, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Canada's Mary Simon from Norway to Denmark to Greenland - A clear northern strategy:
open.substack.com/pub/johnrals...
open.substack.com/pub/johnrals...
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The National Post and Toronto Sun endorsed Pierre Poilievre in the 2025 federal election, and at least 11 of Canada’s legacy news outlets endorsed the Conservatives in the six previous elections.
There’s an obvious media bias towards the CPC, despite Poilievre’s claims that the opposite is true.
There’s an obvious media bias towards the CPC, despite Poilievre’s claims that the opposite is true.
Canada’s mainstream media has a Conservative bias
Canada’s mainstream media has a Conservative bias.
cultmtl.com
February 4, 2026 at 7:43 PM
The National Post and Toronto Sun endorsed Pierre Poilievre in the 2025 federal election, and at least 11 of Canada’s legacy news outlets endorsed the Conservatives in the six previous elections.
There’s an obvious media bias towards the CPC, despite Poilievre’s claims that the opposite is true.
There’s an obvious media bias towards the CPC, despite Poilievre’s claims that the opposite is true.
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Donald Trump probably (!) won't order a military attack on Canada. But his administration is happy to interfere in our politics, and we have to respond accordingly: by thickening our informational borders and holding tech companies to account. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/04/o...
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/04/o...
Trumpism's war on the truth is coming to Canada. We need to be ready
The Trump administration has made it clear that it will use almost everything at its disposal in its broader war on the truth. If we're not careful here in Canada, we'll become one of its casualties.
www.nationalobserver.com
February 4, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Donald Trump probably (!) won't order a military attack on Canada. But his administration is happy to interfere in our politics, and we have to respond accordingly: by thickening our informational borders and holding tech companies to account. #cdnpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/04/o...
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/04/o...
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Conservative MP Jamil Jivani announced he's leading a one man delegation to Washington on a US-Canada trade deal
Turns out his trade mission is not authorized by the Government of Canada
I asked Pierre Poilievre's office if he authorized or was even aware of Jivani's trip, but they never replied 🤷
Turns out his trade mission is not authorized by the Government of Canada
I asked Pierre Poilievre's office if he authorized or was even aware of Jivani's trip, but they never replied 🤷
Conservative MP Jivani heads to Washington after Liberals snub offer to collaborate | CBC News
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, a longtime friend of U.S Vice-President JD Vance, is travelling to Washington to advocate for better Canada-U.S. relations after multiple unsuccessful emails to members o...
www.cbc.ca
February 4, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani announced he's leading a one man delegation to Washington on a US-Canada trade deal
Turns out his trade mission is not authorized by the Government of Canada
I asked Pierre Poilievre's office if he authorized or was even aware of Jivani's trip, but they never replied 🤷
Turns out his trade mission is not authorized by the Government of Canada
I asked Pierre Poilievre's office if he authorized or was even aware of Jivani's trip, but they never replied 🤷
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www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Snub???? @cbc I will be deleting your app and channel. Snub. Jfc. He is a goddam backbench mp with no authority to represent Canada in any way like this.
Snub???? @cbc I will be deleting your app and channel. Snub. Jfc. He is a goddam backbench mp with no authority to represent Canada in any way like this.
Conservative MP Jivani heads to Washington after Liberals snub offer to collaborate | CBC News
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, a longtime friend of U.S Vice-President JD Vance, is travelling to Washington to advocate for better Canada-U.S. relations after multiple unsuccessful emails to members o...
www.cbc.ca
February 4, 2026 at 3:17 PM
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Snub???? @cbc I will be deleting your app and channel. Snub. Jfc. He is a goddam backbench mp with no authority to represent Canada in any way like this.
Snub???? @cbc I will be deleting your app and channel. Snub. Jfc. He is a goddam backbench mp with no authority to represent Canada in any way like this.
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CBC accuses the Prime Minister of "snubbing" a MAGA Conserative backbencher who says he will go to Washington to negotiate a trade deal.
The daily gaslighting from the editorial room of our national broadcaster gets more out there all the time.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
The daily gaslighting from the editorial room of our national broadcaster gets more out there all the time.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Conservative MP Jivani heads to Washington after Liberals snub offer to collaborate | CBC News
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, a longtime friend of U.S Vice-President JD Vance, is travelling to Washington to advocate for better Canada-U.S. relations after multiple unsuccessful emails to members o...
www.cbc.ca
February 4, 2026 at 11:50 AM
CBC accuses the Prime Minister of "snubbing" a MAGA Conserative backbencher who says he will go to Washington to negotiate a trade deal.
The daily gaslighting from the editorial room of our national broadcaster gets more out there all the time.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
The daily gaslighting from the editorial room of our national broadcaster gets more out there all the time.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to #Canada
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to Canada | CBC News
Tod Maffin's program, called the Canadian Healthcare Infusion, is teaching community volunteers how to attract American health workers to Canada.
www.cbc.ca
February 4, 2026 at 1:17 PM
What started in B.C. has stretched to N.L. as volunteers try to attract U.S. health workers to #Canada
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Tod Maffin's 'Canadian Healthcare Infusion' is bringing American workers to Canada
Shoutout to @todmaffin.com keep up the great work.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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The Supreme Court hasn’t ruled on Trump’s tariffs because they’re scared stiff. Rule for him and admit you’re a hack. Rule against him and anger Trump, billionaires, and the MAGA mob. So they stall. Cowardice, with robes. 💣
February 4, 2026 at 11:42 AM
The Supreme Court hasn’t ruled on Trump’s tariffs because they’re scared stiff. Rule for him and admit you’re a hack. Rule against him and anger Trump, billionaires, and the MAGA mob. So they stall. Cowardice, with robes. 💣
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Petulant peewee piffleswipe Pierre Poilievre can posture all he likes about wanting to cooperate with and help the Prime Minister vis a vis Trump.
An overwhelming majority of Canadians will always know that half his political base are devoted fans of Trump, not 🇨🇦Canada - quislings all.
🤷🏼🍁🍁🍁🤷🏼
An overwhelming majority of Canadians will always know that half his political base are devoted fans of Trump, not 🇨🇦Canada - quislings all.
🤷🏼🍁🍁🍁🤷🏼
February 4, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Petulant peewee piffleswipe Pierre Poilievre can posture all he likes about wanting to cooperate with and help the Prime Minister vis a vis Trump.
An overwhelming majority of Canadians will always know that half his political base are devoted fans of Trump, not 🇨🇦Canada - quislings all.
🤷🏼🍁🍁🍁🤷🏼
An overwhelming majority of Canadians will always know that half his political base are devoted fans of Trump, not 🇨🇦Canada - quislings all.
🤷🏼🍁🍁🍁🤷🏼
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Canada is strengthening its Arctic presence — and this week I will be in Denmark and Greenland to open our consulate in Nuuk. This is a clear signal of our commitment to sovereignty, security, and regional stability.
February 3, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Canada is strengthening its Arctic presence — and this week I will be in Denmark and Greenland to open our consulate in Nuuk. This is a clear signal of our commitment to sovereignty, security, and regional stability.
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The purpose of Alberta’s Health Statutes Amendment Act is to destroy public health care as we know it.
Not just in Alberta, but throughout Canada, by legislating two-tier health care. @djclimenhaga.bsky.social writes. #abpoli
Not just in Alberta, but throughout Canada, by legislating two-tier health care. @djclimenhaga.bsky.social writes. #abpoli
How Alberta Plans to Kill Public Health Care Across Canada | The Tyee
A new law opens the door for two-tier care that would destroy medicare.
thetyee.ca
February 3, 2026 at 10:47 PM
The purpose of Alberta’s Health Statutes Amendment Act is to destroy public health care as we know it.
Not just in Alberta, but throughout Canada, by legislating two-tier health care. @djclimenhaga.bsky.social writes. #abpoli
Not just in Alberta, but throughout Canada, by legislating two-tier health care. @djclimenhaga.bsky.social writes. #abpoli
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Luke Ganger, Renee Good’s brother: “In the last few weeks, our family took some consolation thinking that perhaps ‘Nee’s death would bring about change in our country. It has not.”
February 3, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Luke Ganger, Renee Good’s brother: “In the last few weeks, our family took some consolation thinking that perhaps ‘Nee’s death would bring about change in our country. It has not.”
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Rep. Lieu demands Deputy AG Todd Blanche be fired: "Yesterday, he said essentially that it is not a crime to party with Jeffrey Epstein. If Jeffrey Epstein was human trafficking minors for these sex parties, and you show up and patronize the establishment at that party, yes, you're guilty.”
February 3, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Rep. Lieu demands Deputy AG Todd Blanche be fired: "Yesterday, he said essentially that it is not a crime to party with Jeffrey Epstein. If Jeffrey Epstein was human trafficking minors for these sex parties, and you show up and patronize the establishment at that party, yes, you're guilty.”
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If you’re interested in Canada remaining strong and free (and sovereign….to the extent that it is), these 2 malignant destructive con artists, represent the opposite of that.
#cdnpoli #DanielleSmithIsATraitor #NeverPoilievre #ableg #abpoli
#cdnpoli #DanielleSmithIsATraitor #NeverPoilievre #ableg #abpoli
February 3, 2026 at 4:01 PM
If you’re interested in Canada remaining strong and free (and sovereign….to the extent that it is), these 2 malignant destructive con artists, represent the opposite of that.
#cdnpoli #DanielleSmithIsATraitor #NeverPoilievre #ableg #abpoli
#cdnpoli #DanielleSmithIsATraitor #NeverPoilievre #ableg #abpoli
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“Smith says the collaboration would help ensure the appointments "appropriately reflect Alberta's distinct legal traditions," and strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice.”
What on earth are AB’s “distinct legal traditions?” Corruption?
The democratic slide intensifies.
What on earth are AB’s “distinct legal traditions?” Corruption?
The democratic slide intensifies.
Smith says Alberta will withhold funding for judges without more input on selection
Smith says Alberta will withhold funding for judges without more input on selection
Premier Danielle Smith says her government will withhold funding for new judicial appointments until the federal government gives Alberta a say on who is picked.
www.thestar.com
February 3, 2026 at 6:08 PM
“Smith says the collaboration would help ensure the appointments "appropriately reflect Alberta's distinct legal traditions," and strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice.”
What on earth are AB’s “distinct legal traditions?” Corruption?
The democratic slide intensifies.
What on earth are AB’s “distinct legal traditions?” Corruption?
The democratic slide intensifies.
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Posted the same apolitical joke on Bluesky and Twitter at the same time yesterday and got 350 likes from my 92K followers on Twitter and 250 likes from my 18K followers on Bluesky which I think proves either I've been shadowbanned on Twitter or jokes there need the word "fart" in them to really hit.
February 3, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Posted the same apolitical joke on Bluesky and Twitter at the same time yesterday and got 350 likes from my 92K followers on Twitter and 250 likes from my 18K followers on Bluesky which I think proves either I've been shadowbanned on Twitter or jokes there need the word "fart" in them to really hit.
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Got to thinking about the groundhogs' predictions yesterday for a longer winter and since I'm not really a fan of that weather prognosis I'm hoping the groundhogs can be flown to Battle River-Crowfoot so we can get them to try again today for a different outcome.
February 3, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Got to thinking about the groundhogs' predictions yesterday for a longer winter and since I'm not really a fan of that weather prognosis I'm hoping the groundhogs can be flown to Battle River-Crowfoot so we can get them to try again today for a different outcome.
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Premier Eby calls out treason of those meeting with American officials to break up our nation.
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
B.C. premier doubles down on calling Alberta separatist movement seeking U.S. support 'treason' | CBC News
Calgary-based data analyst John Santos warns that that kind of language could push people toward separatism.
www.cbc.ca
February 3, 2026 at 2:04 AM
Premier Eby calls out treason of those meeting with American officials to break up our nation.
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
CBC chastises Eby saying blunt talk will encourage the treason "curious" to commit treason.
Since when are we worried about those who are "curious" about treason?
#epicfail
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Today would be a good day to see some Conservatives crossing the floor to give PM Carney a much needed majority to do what he has to do to move the country forward without interference from kindergarten, hide-and-seek kids blocking everything. #CdnPoli
February 3, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Today would be a good day to see some Conservatives crossing the floor to give PM Carney a much needed majority to do what he has to do to move the country forward without interference from kindergarten, hide-and-seek kids blocking everything. #CdnPoli
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“The notwithstanding clause must not be used to entrench human rights violations. If we’re not vigilant, there’s no guarantee that the notwithstanding clause won’t be invoked to undermine women’s rights to choose, for example.”
#cdnpoli amnesty.ca/human-rights...
#cdnpoli amnesty.ca/human-rights...
Amnesty International Canada responds to Pierre Poilievre’s ‘troubling’ notwithstanding clause proposal
Amnesty International Canada urged Pierre Poilievre to walk back his proposal to invoke the notwithstanding clause in the next Parliament.
amnesty.ca
February 3, 2026 at 12:51 PM
“The notwithstanding clause must not be used to entrench human rights violations. If we’re not vigilant, there’s no guarantee that the notwithstanding clause won’t be invoked to undermine women’s rights to choose, for example.”
#cdnpoli amnesty.ca/human-rights...
#cdnpoli amnesty.ca/human-rights...
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“Former prime minister Stephen Harper says he did not sign a petition seeking to force a referendum on Alberta leaving Canada.
Harper was speaking alongside former prime minister Jean Chrétien at a panel event on Arctic sovereignty at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in Ottawa.”
#Canada
Harper was speaking alongside former prime minister Jean Chrétien at a panel event on Arctic sovereignty at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in Ottawa.”
#Canada
Harper says he did not sign Alberta separation petition
Harper was speaking alongside former prime minister Jean Chrétien at a panel event on Arctic sovereignty at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in Ottawa
www.villagereport.ca
February 3, 2026 at 12:20 PM
“Former prime minister Stephen Harper says he did not sign a petition seeking to force a referendum on Alberta leaving Canada.
Harper was speaking alongside former prime minister Jean Chrétien at a panel event on Arctic sovereignty at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in Ottawa.”
#Canada
Harper was speaking alongside former prime minister Jean Chrétien at a panel event on Arctic sovereignty at the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in Ottawa.”
#Canada
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She keeps getting chances to show some loyalty to Canada -- and keeps turning them away in order to defend Alberta separatists and their cause.
It's who she is. It's time we all started saying it. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/o...
It's who she is. It's time we all started saying it. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/o...
Yes, Danielle Smith is a separatist
Alberta's premier says she supports "a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada." Her actions tell a much different story — one that makes her position on the issue impossible to ignore.
www.nationalobserver.com
February 2, 2026 at 4:25 PM
She keeps getting chances to show some loyalty to Canada -- and keeps turning them away in order to defend Alberta separatists and their cause.
It's who she is. It's time we all started saying it. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/o...
It's who she is. It's time we all started saying it. #cdnpoli #abpoli
www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/02/o...
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💯 don’t like it here, move, but Canada belongs to all Canadians not just a few. Why should separatists be given so much power in comparison to the rest of the population?
February 2, 2026 at 3:30 PM
💯 don’t like it here, move, but Canada belongs to all Canadians not just a few. Why should separatists be given so much power in comparison to the rest of the population?