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As long as we refuse to address white supremacy culture, we will not be able to address the climate crisis. Artist, Jamaican(Igbo)/Dutch, western canada, LandBack everywhere, Black liberation by any means necessary. https://linktr.ee/spinster

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · Mar 17

This is what I mean when I say "If we do not address white supremacy culture, we will not be able address the climate crisis."

Stand.earth @stand.earth · Mar 17

"Slavery and genocide fueled climate destruction.

Black liberation will fuel regeneration."

Murmurations: Climate Solutions Require Black Ecology

Slavery and genocide fueled climate destruction. Black liberation will fuel regeneration.

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 16h

"The more we argue about an individual’s motivation for waving a flag or saying a slogan, the less we focus on Israel’s genocidal siege of Gaza that the protests decry. A heavy-handed government approach does not seek peace or safety, it merely aims to silence ... dissent ..."

#cdnpoli

Decolonize Myself @decolonizemyself.bsky.social · 16h

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

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West Coast Environmental Law @wcelaw.bsky.social · 19h

PM Carney once called climate change “the most pressing issue of our time.” So why then is his government fast-tracking fossil fuel projects that turbo-charge these types of climate disasters? Our latest blog warns that this approach puts Canada’s climate goals and our communities' health at risk.

Prime Minister Carney’s climate track record: grand bargain or bargain bin?

Carney once wrote that “climate change is the most pressing issue of our time.” It’s time to act like it. Canadians deserve a government that meets its climate obligations, not one that gives up on th...

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Justin McElroy 🇨🇦 @jmcelroy.bsky.social · 1d

In 2022, Ken Sim said line item budget comparisons were the cornerstone of his budget policy if he got elected mayor.

In 2025, he voted against it happening for a budget presentation with potentially $100 million in cuts because his newly appointed city manager told him no.

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 1d

Super Sonic Star, 2014 by Zarah Hussain, artist who creates mathematically precise, geometric art inspired by Islamic Geometry #womensart

Sculture, a symmetrical form with twelve points in white with regular pink lines creating flower like patterning

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The Beaverton @thebeaverton.com · 1d

PM Carney announces Charter of Rights to be renamed Charter of Optional Ideas

OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney held a press conference today to announce a renaming of the “Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms”, the document that enshrined our foundational set of rights in...

www.thebeaverton.com

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

Well, your use of the term "female subordinate" was a clue as to where you'd fall on that one. 😂😂

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

Because we have a neo-liberal government, the "action" will be more policing. This will fail, because it doesn't address the core problem of inequality. A guaranteed livable basic income, like MP Gazan and Senator Pate proposed, would actually work.

My condolences to the family. 💔

#cdnpoli

Heather McPherson MP @heathermcpherson.bsky.social · 1d

Islamophobia & other forms of hate are skyrocketing.

A Markham man was beaten, had his skull broken, and his eye sockets smashed because of hate.

My heart is broken for his family, but words of politicians are not enough. The govt must take significant & immediate action to stop the rise of hate.

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

It's pretty standard in politics to make negative comments about your opponent, then return to at least a basic level of professional cordiality after the campaign, particularly members of the same party. Snubbing one of his party members after he won is childish and unprofessional.

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you! Really wish Orr was mayor instead of Sim.

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

If only Council gave a shit about kind-hearted constituents! I don't know who makes those 'most livable' lists, but unfortunately Vancouver is increasingly only livable for millionaires.

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karen ward @kwardvancouver.bsky.social · 1d

Ken Sim (Feb 25 2025): “i think transparency is incredibly important. this is something that shouldnt be feared. we talk about transparency all the time. if we support transparency, I think we support it everywhere. you cant pick and choose.”

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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · 1d

Indigenous, environment, health groups reject tailings treat-and-release guidance

Oct 8 - Written By Keepers of the Water

#Solidarity #WaterIsLife #AbPoli

www.keepersofthewater.ca/news/4v70npc...

Indigenous, environment, health groups reject tailings treat-and-release guidance
Oct 8 - Written By Keepers of the Water
For Immediate Release: October 08, 2025
ATHABASCA CHIPEWYAN FIRST NATION, MIKISEW CREE FIRST NATION, ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE, INDIGENOUS CLIMATE ACTION, KEEPERS OF THE WATER, CANADIAN PARKS AND WILDERNESS SOCIETY NORTHERN ALBERTA, ALBERTA WILDERNESS ASSOCIATION, CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICIANS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT - ALBERTA COMMITTEE, COUNCIL OF CANADIANS, EDMONTON CHAPTER

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

Vancouver, next election, PLEASE remember who voted against the public interest and our necessary public services. We need more than 4 councillors who care about us!

#vanpoli #yvr #vancouver

COPE: The Coalition of Progressive Electors @copevancouver.bsky.social · 1d

BREAKING🚨

ABC votes unanimously to lock in huge cuts to Vancouver’s public services, throw out the 2026 budget consultation, and sell out the city we love to the rich.

A shameful day for the city, with impacts to be felt for years to come.

#vanpoli

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

I knew Farkas in high school, and man did he ever love telling lies. Glad I didn't stay in touch.

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

It's weird how she complains that she's tired of racists hijacking her party. I think we're all tired of her too. 🙄😂

Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 1d

Not necessarily by seniors.

Not necessarily by people in systemically undeserved communities with bad internet connections or out of date devices.

Not necessarily by people with disabilities that may impede screen/device use.

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 2d

This should be profoundly embarrassing for @davidebybc.bsky.social and the NDP, a supposedly labour-oriented party. No fair pay for workers, but $200 mil in subsidies earlier this year for LNG/climate destruction. We didn't elect the conservatives!

#bcpoli #bcndp #ndp

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Labour Rally Challenges 'Out of Touch' Government | The Tyee

Supporters protest at the legislature as a BCGEU strike heads towards a sixth week.

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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · 2d

October 8th at 12 PM - 1 PM MT join @environmentaldefence.ca for an online training session.

Learn how to advocate against new #coal mining projects & protect Alberta’s Rockies!

#WaterIsLife #MountainsNotMines #AbPoli #NoSafeWay #Selenium #StopCoal #Conservation #EnvironmentalHealth #ForOurFuture

Join our Civic Advocacy 101 Training on 'Albertans vs. Coal'!

On Wednesday, October 8th at 12 PM (MT) - Join our interactive online training! Learn how to advocate against new coal mining projects and protect Alberta’s Eastern Slopes of the Rockies!

act.environmentaldefence.ca

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Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada @abortionrightscan.bsky.social · 2d

Congrats to the BC NDP for embarrassing and owning the Conservatives, in a successful motion vote against the Conservatives' spring session at Parliament hosting extremist group ARPA. The Con MLAs tried to dismiss human rights - so many things more important than that!

The NDP sets a trap. The B.C. Conservatives walk right into it

Vaughn Palmer: Opposition leader pulls his MLAs from the legislature to avoid appearing split on social issue vote

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 2d

Alexandra Drenth, Amsterdam based textile artist and designer specializing in hand embroideries and collage techniques #womensart

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 2d

Two parliamentary petitions to reject C-2:

www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

#cdnpoli #stopbillC2

Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · 2d

Carney is trying to create Trump-style borders and surveillance with his Strong Borders Act. Demand he respect our rights & treat people with care and dignity. Withdraw Bill C-2! #stopbillC2 act.gp/40oxP2E

Tell Carney: We don’t want Trump-style borders & surveillance state!

Sign this petition to defend our human rights and privacy

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karen ward @kwardvancouver.bsky.social · 2d

reminder that the provincial government is expanding involuntary care to address public disorder and homelessness

vancouversun.com/news/how-bc-...

How B.C.'s property tax system delivers big benefits to multimillionaires, and why some say it needs to change

B.C.'s property tax system is uniquely generous for wealthy homeowners. Some people think that should change. Find out more.

vancouversun.com

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SACRED EARTH @yoursacredearth.bsky.social · 5d

October 4 is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples.

Let’s honour their lives and support their families and communities by taking meaningful action to demand justice for our stolen relatives and protection for those still with us today.

#MMIP #SistersinSpirit

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Spinster @spinster777.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you Senator Woo. 🖤🖤 I'm so disgusted with how @liberalca.bsky.social and news media have made Canadians complicit in Israel's genocide against Palestinians, and our own genocide against Indigenous Peoples, and I'm glad to hear you speak the truth in the senate.

#cdnpoli #neveragain

Yuen Pau Woo @ypwoo.bsky.social · 2d

I rose in the Senate to remember the horror of Oct 7, 2023 and to confront the horrors that followed. #cdnpoli #Gaza #Israel
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Motion Pertaining to the Situation in Gaza

YouTube video by Yuen Pau Woo

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APTN News @aptnnews.bsky.social · 2d

Leena Minifie has heard many horror stories of the discrimination Indigenous Peoples face during her more than 20 years as a journalist, film and television producer.

But, she was taken aback by some of what she heard while working on The Good Canadian.

The Good Canadian documents discrimination against Indigenous Peoples

The documentary The Good Canadian documents various forms of discrimination against Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

www.aptnnews.ca

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