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Kathryn Mathias

@kathrynmathias.bsky.social

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UCalgary alum: BA Urban Studies and BFA Visual Studies (printmaking); mother, wife, sister, artist, former architectural drafter, Canadian 🇨🇦

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · Oct 3

About my banner: Artwork I created using an intaglio printmaking technique, on copper plate - which I cut with a curve, then stretched my etching(s) so that I could add watercolours. Title: Path Dependence, artwork area 18” high x 4.5” wide (45.7 x 11.4 cm). Usually, a vertical orientation.

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 16h

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After Trump visit, Poilievre blames Carney for everything under the sun, including sunburn

The Conservative Leader isn’t stupid. He just thinks the people listening to him are

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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 1d

We are building this country — and creating thousands of new, high-paying careers in the trades.

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Jacob Soboroff @jacobsoboroff.bsky.social · 2d

Michigan Avenue right now.

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 2d

YES! BLUE JAYS WIN THE SERIES! TORONTO WINS! CANADA WINS!

(Ok, I can concentrate on work now…)

Great series, gentlemen.

#JaysWin #CanadasTeam

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 9d

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"Opinion | Danielle Smith’s pipeline pitch is a dare for Carney to defy her" @althiaraj.bsky.social @thestar.com

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Althia Raj: Danielle Smith’s pipeline pitch is a dare for Carney to defy her

The federal Liberal government and B.C.’s NDP government have hidden behind the excuse that there was no proponent willing to build a new oil pipeline to avoid staking out a clear position, writes Alt...

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 16d

This was my takeaway as well

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Lexy Cameron 🇨🇦 @lexycameron.bsky.social · 17d

I now understand why Liberal MPs rose after MP Thomas' speech last week. And I agree with @stephenmaher.bsky.social. I believe he's saying that we need to identify and address mental health issues.

This is a very thought-ful essay, all Cdns should read it.

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 16d

Think about what screws are used in - housing construction, appliance manufacturing, etc. (Gift link) www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/b...

Trump’s Tariffs Are Damaging America’s Biggest Foreign Source of Screws

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 18d

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(Forgot to tag @stephenmaher.bsky.social)

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National Newswatch @nationalnewswatch.com · 18d

Here’s one way Canada can avoid the contagion of political violence, Stephen Maher writes www.thestar.com/opinion/here...

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Stephen Maher: Here’s one way Canada can avoid the contagion of political violence

America was born in war and mob violence. Canada was founded by people who rejected that.

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 18d

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This is a thoughtful analysis. Before judging it, make sure to read to the end. Thanks (above is a gift link)

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www.thestar.com/opinion/here...

Stephen Maher: Here’s one way Canada can avoid the contagion of political violence

America was born in war and mob violence. Canada was founded by people who rejected that.

www.thestar.com

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Carl Bovis @carlbovisnature.bsky.social · 18d

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I have new 'real time analytics' in my online shop, meaning I can see live visitors & the country they're visiting from. 😀
Please click this link.. no need to buy anything!😊❤️
carlbovis.com/shop-3 🐦

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Liberal Party • Parti libéral @liberalca.bsky.social · 19d

Building a stronger Canada for you and your family.

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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you, Secretary General António Guterres, for our meeting ahead of the #UNGA.

After 80 years, the United Nations remains a critical forum. In an increasingly divided world, it is only by collective effort that we can create lasting peace and prosperity.

Prime Minister Carney shakes hands with United Nations Secretary General António Guterres in New York, United States.

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 19d

I almost forgot to remember.

Earth, Wind & Fire - September (Official HD Video)

YouTube video by EarthWindandFireVEVO

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 25d

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Freeland expected to leave cabinet, become international envoy for Ukraine

Announcement could come as early as Tuesday afternoon, a source says. She will remain an MP for the time being

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 27d

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Zinc Roofs Give Paris Its Signature Look. But They Are a Nightmare in Heat.

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🇨🇦 👊🇨🇦 @sorry-iamcanadian.bsky.social · 29d

Minister LeBlanc says that assessment and engineering will begin on the 1000km high-speed rail from Québec City to Toronto.

#Canada
#AltoProject

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · 28d

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Nick Fuentes: A White Nationalist Problem for the Right

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Anaximander's Tardigrade Brigade 🍁🇨🇦 @centristhumanist.bsky.social · Sep 8

Margo McMahan @margomcm.bsky.social · Sep 8

Excellent analysis by country of how USA tourism has been impacted. #Canada hits the hardest blow! 🍁

"The loss of Canadian tourism is expected to result in a $29 billion revenue loss for the U.S. by the end of 2025."

#CanadaSky #BoycottUSA #BuyCanadian

www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...

Canada Unites With UK, Brazil, Japan, China, Mexico and Spain To Propel US Tourism Slowdown Till August and Is Projected to Decline Until the End of 2025 - Travel And Tour World

Explore the decline in U.S. tourism from key international markets in 2025, as countries like Canada, the UK, Mexico, and Japan see reduced visitor numbers. Learn about the economic impact on iconic d...

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · Sep 8

By @susandelacourt.bsky.social for @thestar.com (gift link)

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Susan Delacourt: Ken Dryden not only lived a big life, he took notes

Ken Dryden’s death has touched off a torrent of praise, all well-earned, for the success he made of his life, Susan Delacourt writes.

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Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · Sep 6

Changing the name of the Department of Defense will cost billions.We could build units for all unhoused veterans. Or give service members a pay raise so 35K active duty members wouldn’t have to rely on food stamps. Or… or… or…

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Kathryn Mathias @kathrynmathias.bsky.social · Sep 5

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How a Top Secret SEAL Team 6 Mission Into North Korea Fell Apart

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Jim Musil Painter @jimmusilpainter.bsky.social · Sep 3

My painting LOWCOUNTRY

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