Oʻlēnnª 🇨🇦 🇺🇦 | she/her
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Alt photographer | Accessibility nerd | Member of the cult of cats and crochet 🧶 | Just an 80s goth at heart | Claws on paws | a11y
Last night in Munich. We stayed for the Krampus run. And of course my beautiful purple beardo got pulled in by the parade photographer.
#KrampusRun #Munich #DyeYourBeard #PurpleBeardo
#KrampusRun #Munich #DyeYourBeard #PurpleBeardo
December 14, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Last night in Munich. We stayed for the Krampus run. And of course my beautiful purple beardo got pulled in by the parade photographer.
#KrampusRun #Munich #DyeYourBeard #PurpleBeardo
#KrampusRun #Munich #DyeYourBeard #PurpleBeardo
Last night of Christmas markets in #Munich and we made it to the best one - the fairytale market at the Olympic Park. I said get me a #Prosecco. 6 Euro. So much dry goodness!
#ChristmasMarkets #Travel
#ChristmasMarkets #Travel
December 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Last night of Christmas markets in #Munich and we made it to the best one - the fairytale market at the Olympic Park. I said get me a #Prosecco. 6 Euro. So much dry goodness!
#ChristmasMarkets #Travel
#ChristmasMarkets #Travel
That's my beardo. Love him and his desire to make people smile. Kids and adults alike are stopping him on the street here in Munich to tell him how much they love his #purple beard and how happy it makes them.
#DyeYourBeard
#DyeYourBeard
December 13, 2025 at 11:14 AM
That's my beardo. Love him and his desire to make people smile. Kids and adults alike are stopping him on the street here in Munich to tell him how much they love his #purple beard and how happy it makes them.
#DyeYourBeard
#DyeYourBeard
First time I've ever hurt myself while away on vacation. Going to a #hospital and getting stitches and cast on my arm in #Munich was a quick, efficient 3 hour experience. Great, helpful doctors and the follow-up antibiotics with no insurance were cheaper than in Canada with insurance. #Perspective
December 12, 2025 at 9:32 AM
First time I've ever hurt myself while away on vacation. Going to a #hospital and getting stitches and cast on my arm in #Munich was a quick, efficient 3 hour experience. Great, helpful doctors and the follow-up antibiotics with no insurance were cheaper than in Canada with insurance. #Perspective
You know how sometimes you read a headline and think, this can't possibly be real. And then you realize oh yeah, this is today.
#PeopleWhoDontGetFonts #TypographyHistory
#PeopleWhoDontGetFonts #TypographyHistory
State Department to switch from "woke" default Microsoft font to old British newspaper typeface
For an administration that gets upset when people compare it to fascist-era Germany, getting wound up by "woke" fonts won't help.
boingboing.net
December 10, 2025 at 2:39 PM
You know how sometimes you read a headline and think, this can't possibly be real. And then you realize oh yeah, this is today.
#PeopleWhoDontGetFonts #TypographyHistory
#PeopleWhoDontGetFonts #TypographyHistory
At the music tent at the Tollwood Festival in Munich waiting for Getmany's best Ska band - #Bluekilla - to come on!
#Tollwood #Munich
#Tollwood #Munich
December 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM
At the music tent at the Tollwood Festival in Munich waiting for Getmany's best Ska band - #Bluekilla - to come on!
#Tollwood #Munich
#Tollwood #Munich
"HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon wrote: "... We remain committed to reversing harmful policies enacted by Levine and ensuring that biological reality guides our approach to public health.""
#LGBTQ+ #TransgenderRights
#LGBTQ+ #TransgenderRights
HHS changed the name of transgender health leader on her official portrait
Admiral Rachel Levine was the first transgender person to be confirmed by the Senate to serve in the federal government. Her official portrait at HHS headquarters has been altered.
www.npr.org
December 5, 2025 at 11:58 PM
"HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon wrote: "... We remain committed to reversing harmful policies enacted by Levine and ensuring that biological reality guides our approach to public health.""
#LGBTQ+ #TransgenderRights
#LGBTQ+ #TransgenderRights
A creative genius - he gave buildings movement and music, was my favourite architect and a great inspiration. Frank Gehry will be missed.
#Architecture #FrankGehry
#Architecture #FrankGehry
Frank Gehry's most iconic work - in pictures
As one of architecture's most provocative and creative forces, Frank Gehry was behind intriguing buildings the world over.
www.bbc.com
December 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM
A creative genius - he gave buildings movement and music, was my favourite architect and a great inspiration. Frank Gehry will be missed.
#Architecture #FrankGehry
#Architecture #FrankGehry
I've seen this scam ad several times. There is NO interview between CBC host Rosemary Barton and Prime Minister Mark Carney talking about cryptocurrency investment opportunities backed by the federal government. It's an AI scam.
#AI #Cryptocurrency #Scam
#AI #Cryptocurrency #Scam
Sask. retiree warns others after losing $3K to crypto fraud using AI video of prime minister | CBC News
He thought he was watching a legitimate CBC interview on his smart TV when he was lured by a deepfake, AI-generated video of Prime Minister Mark Carney.
www.cbc.ca
December 4, 2025 at 12:57 PM
I've seen this scam ad several times. There is NO interview between CBC host Rosemary Barton and Prime Minister Mark Carney talking about cryptocurrency investment opportunities backed by the federal government. It's an AI scam.
#AI #Cryptocurrency #Scam
#AI #Cryptocurrency #Scam
My new pin stash and Batgirl keychain from the vendor market at the Toronto Burlesque Festival this weekend. Adding to my shiny pins collection
#GRRRLSpells #PDWitch #ToxicRepose
#GRRRLSpells #PDWitch #ToxicRepose
November 17, 2025 at 1:59 PM
My new pin stash and Batgirl keychain from the vendor market at the Toronto Burlesque Festival this weekend. Adding to my shiny pins collection
#GRRRLSpells #PDWitch #ToxicRepose
#GRRRLSpells #PDWitch #ToxicRepose
IBS rears its ugly head and here I am, recuperating on the couch with the cats instead of heading out to the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival with the Dave. And he's dressed so snazzy tonight too! My gut hates me and the feeling is mutual.
November 16, 2025 at 12:07 AM
IBS rears its ugly head and here I am, recuperating on the couch with the cats instead of heading out to the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival with the Dave. And he's dressed so snazzy tonight too! My gut hates me and the feeling is mutual.
Excited for the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival. Last night was fabulous and it was fun reliving the acts when I downloaded my photos at lunch today.
#TBF2025 #burlesque
#TBF2025 #burlesque
November 14, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Excited for the second night of the Toronto Burlesque Festival. Last night was fabulous and it was fun reliving the acts when I downloaded my photos at lunch today.
#TBF2025 #burlesque
#TBF2025 #burlesque
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Watching the clear language session at Translating Europe Forum 2025. Love the keynote focus on clear language as an ethical choice and a right.
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
Translating Europe Forum 2025
Yearly conference in Brussels and online for diverse stakeholders.
commission.europa.eu
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Watching the clear language session at Translating Europe Forum 2025. Love the keynote focus on clear language as an ethical choice and a right.
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
#TEF2025 #PlainLanguage
commission.europa.eu/translating-...
The snow is starting in Montreal and Toronto. Perfect time to hunker down and learn how to do cable stitches in #crochet. Had to frog at least 5 times before I had my a-ha moment and it all made sense. Eventually this will be a messenger bag. 🧶
November 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The snow is starting in Montreal and Toronto. Perfect time to hunker down and learn how to do cable stitches in #crochet. Had to frog at least 5 times before I had my a-ha moment and it all made sense. Eventually this will be a messenger bag. 🧶
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✝️ Thou shalt not feel obligated to create for all who request it of thee. Receiving a handmade masterpiece is an honor bestown on those deemed worthy 🧶🕊️✨ #YarnJesus
October 23, 2025 at 10:34 AM
✝️ Thou shalt not feel obligated to create for all who request it of thee. Receiving a handmade masterpiece is an honor bestown on those deemed worthy 🧶🕊️✨ #YarnJesus
"The Gazelle Group, a major firm that specializes in sports coverage, including college basketball games and tournaments, asked that photographers provide them with an irrevocable, free license to use any photos taken at the credentialed event for any purpose whatsoever, except resale." #photography
NPPA Warns Photographers Against Rights Grabs in Credential Agreements
Photographers beware, credentials agreements can be hazardous.
petapixel.com
October 28, 2025 at 10:21 PM
"The Gazelle Group, a major firm that specializes in sports coverage, including college basketball games and tournaments, asked that photographers provide them with an irrevocable, free license to use any photos taken at the credentialed event for any purpose whatsoever, except resale." #photography
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new rule Friday making it mandatory for non-U.S. citizens, including Canadians, to take part in its facial biometrics program. The regulation takes effect Dec. 26. Photos taken of foreign travellers will remain on a DHS database up to 75 years.
U.S. to photograph Canadian travellers when they enter and exit at all land borders, airports | CBC News
The United States is expanding its facial identification program for travellers, with the goal of collecting images of non-U.S. citizens entering and exiting the country by all modes of transport.
www.cbc.ca
October 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a new rule Friday making it mandatory for non-U.S. citizens, including Canadians, to take part in its facial biometrics program. The regulation takes effect Dec. 26. Photos taken of foreign travellers will remain on a DHS database up to 75 years.
Got to see David Byrne tonight on the first of two nights in Toronto. Fabulous! I missed his American Utopia show in NYC but watched it dozens of times on Disney+. This tour is almost the whole crew from Utopia but new set. Feeling so content right now.
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
October 23, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Got to see David Byrne tonight on the first of two nights in Toronto. Fabulous! I missed his American Utopia show in NYC but watched it dozens of times on Disney+. This tour is almost the whole crew from Utopia but new set. Feeling so content right now.
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
#DavidByrne #WhoIsTheSkyTour
Holy hell, I remember being a teenager in love with Robert Smith and so excited to see #TheCure at this show. And apparently my future husband was somewhere in the venue chilling to the tunes too.
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Today they are considered the godfathers of several musical deep subgenres: post-punk, gothic, alternative, avant-garde. But back in 1985, they were another quirky band from the U.K., riding the crest...
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October 22, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Holy hell, I remember being a teenager in love with Robert Smith and so excited to see #TheCure at this show. And apparently my future husband was somewhere in the venue chilling to the tunes too.
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
Future music legends performed in Mississauga 40 years ago | INsauga
October 21, 2025 at 3:17 AM
October 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
"In January, the Canadian government said an estimated 3,600 citizens have listed "X" as their gender on their passports — an option that has been available to Canadians since 2019." Canada also lists it as "gender", whereas the US only acknowledges "sex" as an identifier.
Canada issues warning for citizens with gender-neutral passports travelling to U.S. | CBC News
The Canadian government is warning citizens who list "X" as their gender on their passports could have problems entering the U.S.
www.cbc.ca
October 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
"In January, the Canadian government said an estimated 3,600 citizens have listed "X" as their gender on their passports — an option that has been available to Canadians since 2019." Canada also lists it as "gender", whereas the US only acknowledges "sex" as an identifier.
Giving a shoutout to my friend's new store in Toronto.
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO
Plus Size Clothing
fatbabesto.com
September 27, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Giving a shoutout to my friend's new store in Toronto.
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Fat Babes TO - a carefully curated collection of new and pre-loved Plus Size Clothing that believes in sustainability and accessibility. Who doesn't want that???
Looking forward to PeepshowTO's videogame-themed #burlesque show tonight. You gotta love Toronto for its #nerdlesque scene.
September 27, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Looking forward to PeepshowTO's videogame-themed #burlesque show tonight. You gotta love Toronto for its #nerdlesque scene.