Heather Campbell
@thatheatherc.bsky.social
Same as before. Inspired, engaged, politicised, compassionate, engineer, and citizen of the world. Reader of banned books. Irascible spinster. Posts are usually awesome & always my own. Call me: she & her
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We need leaders not in love with money but in love with justice. Not in love with publicity but in love with humanity. Leaders who can subject their particular egos to the pressing urgencies of the great cause of freedom … a time like this demands great leaders.
-- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
#MLK
-- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
#MLK
Those on Calgary City Council focused on repealing blanket rezoning: I want my free cake from the federal government and to eat it, too.
CMHC: Nope, that ain't how it works. Let us know when you change your minds back, hopefully before March. For now, do not pass go, do not collect $129M.
CMHC: Nope, that ain't how it works. Let us know when you change your minds back, hopefully before March. For now, do not pass go, do not collect $129M.
NEW: Global News has learned the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation has paused $129M in federal Housing Accelerator Fund money to the City of Calgary pending further clarity on citywide rezoning.
globalnews.ca/news/1154274...
globalnews.ca/news/1154274...
Calgary’s $129M in federal housing funds ‘paused’ pending citywide rezoning status - Calgary | Globalnews.ca
Calgary city council is preparing to debate a motion that calls for the repeal of the citywide rezoning policy in December, which would require a public hearing in the spring.
globalnews.ca
November 26, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Those on Calgary City Council focused on repealing blanket rezoning: I want my free cake from the federal government and to eat it, too.
CMHC: Nope, that ain't how it works. Let us know when you change your minds back, hopefully before March. For now, do not pass go, do not collect $129M.
CMHC: Nope, that ain't how it works. Let us know when you change your minds back, hopefully before March. For now, do not pass go, do not collect $129M.
Hydrogen blending into natural gas is an interesting piece to slide into the back end of this legislation. Geez.
November 26, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Hydrogen blending into natural gas is an interesting piece to slide into the back end of this legislation. Geez.
I was blessed to have seen Colleen Jones play, live, at the Scotties in Red Deer, AB back in 2004. She skipped Team Canada against Quebec, and won. Wearing the black kilts. With that wad of gum in her jaw. She was spectacular.
Curling Canada says champion curler Colleen Jones has died.
Colleen Jones, curling legend and trailblazer, passes away at 65 - Curling Canada
Share: TwitterFacebookShare-emailCopy URL to clipboard Sports fans love their stars. Perhaps that is why, when a nation loses one of them through death, the impact is felt so deeply. So…
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November 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM
I was blessed to have seen Colleen Jones play, live, at the Scotties in Red Deer, AB back in 2004. She skipped Team Canada against Quebec, and won. Wearing the black kilts. With that wad of gum in her jaw. She was spectacular.
Quote: "“My feeling is: Do the things that make us happy now, because tomorrow isn’t guaranteed. Appreciate life, don’t sweat the small stuff, and enjoy the ride."
Oh Colleen... Rest well. 💔🙏🏾
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Oh Colleen... Rest well. 💔🙏🏾
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Colleen Jones, champion curler and CBC reporter, dies at 65 | CBC News
Jones’s celebrated career paved the way for other women in sport and broadcasting
www.cbc.ca
November 25, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Quote: "“My feeling is: Do the things that make us happy now, because tomorrow isn’t guaranteed. Appreciate life, don’t sweat the small stuff, and enjoy the ride."
Oh Colleen... Rest well. 💔🙏🏾
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Oh Colleen... Rest well. 💔🙏🏾
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Reposted by Heather Campbell
And then there were... 14.
Recall petitions have been approved against Glenn Van Dijken, Jackie Lovely, Nathan Neudorf, Jason Stephan and Searle Turton.
That's 14 of the 47 UCP MLAs now facing potential recall.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
Recall petitions have been approved against Glenn Van Dijken, Jackie Lovely, Nathan Neudorf, Jason Stephan and Searle Turton.
That's 14 of the 47 UCP MLAs now facing potential recall.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
Current Recall Petitions - Elections Alberta
Recall is a process to remove a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from office between elections by collecting sufficient signatures in the Member’s electoral division. The following recall peti...
www.elections.ab.ca
November 25, 2025 at 5:36 PM
And then there were... 14.
Recall petitions have been approved against Glenn Van Dijken, Jackie Lovely, Nathan Neudorf, Jason Stephan and Searle Turton.
That's 14 of the 47 UCP MLAs now facing potential recall.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
Recall petitions have been approved against Glenn Van Dijken, Jackie Lovely, Nathan Neudorf, Jason Stephan and Searle Turton.
That's 14 of the 47 UCP MLAs now facing potential recall.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
Reposted by Heather Campbell
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
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Think you’re not eligible for a free COVID shot in Alberta? Double check, experts urge | CBC News
Health experts are urging Albertans to double check if they qualify for a free COVID-19 shot, warning the province’s controversial fall immunization campaign is sparking ongoing confusion.
www.cbc.ca
November 25, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
I would absolutely believe it. If the @thetyee.ca & @kehyslop.bsky.social still had remaining bandwidth they could ask similar questions about the school resource officer (SRO) program in Calgary schools under the Calgary Police Service.
When many, many questions are asked they would find:
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When many, many questions are asked they would find:
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You wouldn’t believe the lengths @kehyslop.bsky.social had to go to to get basic info on the training for school liaison officers. This contoversial VPD program was briefly shuttered in 2021 before being reinstated in 2023. #vanpoli thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
We Finally Have Some Info on School Liaison Officer Training | The Tyee
After two years of FOI requests and complaints, the Vancouver police finally let The Tyee review some training modules.
thetyee.ca
November 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
I would absolutely believe it. If the @thetyee.ca & @kehyslop.bsky.social still had remaining bandwidth they could ask similar questions about the school resource officer (SRO) program in Calgary schools under the Calgary Police Service.
When many, many questions are asked they would find:
1/
When many, many questions are asked they would find:
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Reposted by Heather Campbell
“The organized white nationalist movement in Canada is the biggest it's been in modern history. A big part of that is Second Sons Canada, the Dominion Society, Diagolon, the Active Club movement.”
Growing white nationalist group behind broad daylight demonstration in London on Sunday | CBC News
An apparent white nationalist demonstration on a busy overpass near London, Ont.'s downtown on Sunday afternoon is concerning for witnesses and experts who track extremist behaviour.
www.cbc.ca
November 25, 2025 at 3:20 PM
“The organized white nationalist movement in Canada is the biggest it's been in modern history. A big part of that is Second Sons Canada, the Dominion Society, Diagolon, the Active Club movement.”
www.bbc.com/news/article...
I will continue to ask my surgeon and the anaesthesiologist if I may pick the music in the operating room. I'm only awake for a few minutes, but auditory aware. Since I'm going to miss Lauryn Hill, I think I may ask for her music as my operating room soundtrack. 🎵🎶
I will continue to ask my surgeon and the anaesthesiologist if I may pick the music in the operating room. I'm only awake for a few minutes, but auditory aware. Since I'm going to miss Lauryn Hill, I think I may ask for her music as my operating room soundtrack. 🎵🎶
Indian study finds music helps patients heal under anaesthesia
A new study finds patients who listen to music during surgery wake faster and need fewer painkillers.
www.bbc.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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I will continue to ask my surgeon and the anaesthesiologist if I may pick the music in the operating room. I'm only awake for a few minutes, but auditory aware. Since I'm going to miss Lauryn Hill, I think I may ask for her music as my operating room soundtrack. 🎵🎶
I will continue to ask my surgeon and the anaesthesiologist if I may pick the music in the operating room. I'm only awake for a few minutes, but auditory aware. Since I'm going to miss Lauryn Hill, I think I may ask for her music as my operating room soundtrack. 🎵🎶
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This is an accurate, well written review and recap of a program I adore. Kirk Pickersgill of Greta Constantine was the highlight.
This is an accurate, well written review and recap of a program I adore. Kirk Pickersgill of Greta Constantine was the highlight.
Recap: Designers partner with influencers for Project Runway Canada’s second episode
Going for glam under $600, drawing from a black, white, gold and red palette
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November 25, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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This is an accurate, well written review and recap of a program I adore. Kirk Pickersgill of Greta Constantine was the highlight.
This is an accurate, well written review and recap of a program I adore. Kirk Pickersgill of Greta Constantine was the highlight.
Reposted by Heather Campbell
Trump’s deployed the word ‘Piggy’ against a woman reporter. Here’s why that shows he’s getting scared
#Opinion from Star contributor @lizrenzetti.bsky.social
#Opinion from Star contributor @lizrenzetti.bsky.social
Elizabeth Renzetti: Trump’s deployed the word ‘Piggy’ against a woman reporter. Here’s why that shows he’s getting scared
Finally, the hounds of justice are nipping at Trump’s heels
www.thestar.com
November 20, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Trump’s deployed the word ‘Piggy’ against a woman reporter. Here’s why that shows he’s getting scared
#Opinion from Star contributor @lizrenzetti.bsky.social
#Opinion from Star contributor @lizrenzetti.bsky.social
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November 25, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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Quote: "“Elimination of the free fare zone downtown because, contrary to the mayor, I think it’s created more social disorder.”" -- Cllr Andre Chabot
Cllr Chabot likes to go for a skate, he's fit. Does he drive his car from City Hall to go to an event at Contemporary Calgary or walk 13 blocks?
Cllr Chabot likes to go for a skate, he's fit. Does he drive his car from City Hall to go to an event at Contemporary Calgary or walk 13 blocks?
Calgary budget discussions begin as spending and savings are considered
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Calgary budget discussions begin as spending and savings are considered
More than 130 people have signed up to have their say on Calgary’s multibillion-dollar budget for next year.
www.ctvnews.ca
November 25, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Quote: "“Elimination of the free fare zone downtown because, contrary to the mayor, I think it’s created more social disorder.”" -- Cllr Andre Chabot
Cllr Chabot likes to go for a skate, he's fit. Does he drive his car from City Hall to go to an event at Contemporary Calgary or walk 13 blocks?
Cllr Chabot likes to go for a skate, he's fit. Does he drive his car from City Hall to go to an event at Contemporary Calgary or walk 13 blocks?
They don't. Please see this piece that features Elaine Lee from January 2024. www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Sen. Chantal Petitclerc fell off a sidewalk in Montréal on Halloween & was badly injured. Her wheelchair got caught in a pothole on the sidewalk and she was ejected from her wheelchair.
Sen. Chantal Petitclerc fell off a sidewalk in Montréal on Halloween & was badly injured. Her wheelchair got caught in a pothole on the sidewalk and she was ejected from her wheelchair.
November 25, 2025 at 1:48 AM
They don't. Please see this piece that features Elaine Lee from January 2024. www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Sen. Chantal Petitclerc fell off a sidewalk in Montréal on Halloween & was badly injured. Her wheelchair got caught in a pothole on the sidewalk and she was ejected from her wheelchair.
Sen. Chantal Petitclerc fell off a sidewalk in Montréal on Halloween & was badly injured. Her wheelchair got caught in a pothole on the sidewalk and she was ejected from her wheelchair.
Today, November 24, 2025 it snowed in Calgary. That's not unusual, Environment Canada says we had 20.8 cm of snow on November 23, 2024. Last year! Buses in Calgary went on snow routes, because we don't fund Calgary Transit for weather conditions (no snow tires so a bus can get up a hill, etc.) 1/
November 25, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Today, November 24, 2025 it snowed in Calgary. That's not unusual, Environment Canada says we had 20.8 cm of snow on November 23, 2024. Last year! Buses in Calgary went on snow routes, because we don't fund Calgary Transit for weather conditions (no snow tires so a bus can get up a hill, etc.) 1/
Reposted by Heather Campbell
The Globe and Mail
November 24, 2025 at 9:41 PM
The Globe and Mail
Reposted by Heather Campbell
Nearly one-fifth of United Conservative MLAs are now subject to recall drives. Including the speaker and six cabinet ministers.
And then there were 9.
6 new recall petitions have been approved against UCP MLAs, with the information now posted to the Elections Alberta website
Joining the mix are MLAs Myles McDougall, Ric McIver, Muhammad Yaseen, Rajan Sawhney, RJ Sigurdson +
Dale Nally.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
6 new recall petitions have been approved against UCP MLAs, with the information now posted to the Elections Alberta website
Joining the mix are MLAs Myles McDougall, Ric McIver, Muhammad Yaseen, Rajan Sawhney, RJ Sigurdson +
Dale Nally.
www.elections.ab.ca/recall-initi...
Current Recall Petitions - Elections Alberta
Recall is a process to remove a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from office between elections by collecting sufficient signatures in the Member’s electoral division. The following recall peti...
www.elections.ab.ca
November 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Nearly one-fifth of United Conservative MLAs are now subject to recall drives. Including the speaker and six cabinet ministers.
Reposted by Heather Campbell
Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience has died at 81.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film 'The Harder They Come,' dead at 81
Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached defiance, joy and endurance in such classics as “Many Rivers to Cross,” “You Can Get it If You Really Want” and “Vietnam” and starred in the landmark movie “The Harder They Come,” has died at 81.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience has died at 81.
Reposted by Heather Campbell
Quote: "The sole dissenting vote to support the bylaw came from Ward 14 Coun. Landon Johnston, who asked the committee’s co-chairs, who also presented at the meeting, what legitimacy the group had and what metrics they used to determine systemic racism exists in Calgary."
Cllr Johnston. Sigh.
Cllr Johnston. Sigh.
Councillors endorse bylaw to align anti-racism committee with other appointed bodies calgaryherald.com/news/calgary...
November 24, 2025 at 6:19 AM
Quote: "The sole dissenting vote to support the bylaw came from Ward 14 Coun. Landon Johnston, who asked the committee’s co-chairs, who also presented at the meeting, what legitimacy the group had and what metrics they used to determine systemic racism exists in Calgary."
Cllr Johnston. Sigh.
Cllr Johnston. Sigh.
My God. @pbs.org & #masterpiecepbs trying to tear at all my heart strings with 'The Great Escaper (2023)' featuring Michael Caine and the late Glenda Jackson. www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterp...
The Great Escaper
Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson star in the true story of Bernard Jordan's escape from his care home to join fellow veterans in honoring fallen comrades.
www.pbs.org
November 24, 2025 at 5:41 AM
My God. @pbs.org & #masterpiecepbs trying to tear at all my heart strings with 'The Great Escaper (2023)' featuring Michael Caine and the late Glenda Jackson. www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterp...
I totally enjoy @lucyworsley.bsky.social & her research specials that play on @pbs.org. This special, on witches, is 3 years old. Dr. Worsley is wicked enough to pour herself a dram and recount the history of the witch trials. I of course looked up when Macbeth was written; 3 witches, act 1 scene 1.
November 24, 2025 at 2:25 AM
I totally enjoy @lucyworsley.bsky.social & her research specials that play on @pbs.org. This special, on witches, is 3 years old. Dr. Worsley is wicked enough to pour herself a dram and recount the history of the witch trials. I of course looked up when Macbeth was written; 3 witches, act 1 scene 1.
Remember.
On the anniversary of JFK's assassination, don't forget photos like this of the crowd that greeted him at Love Field Airport in Dallas, Texas that day. (AP photo via NBC)
November 24, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Remember.
I might need this graphic novel for light reading during my fourth breast reconstruction surgery in December.
Finally got my copy of @hayleygullen.com “this might surprise you” graphic novel about breast cancer.
These are just 3 of my favourite pages from the book but if you have or had breast cancer, or know anyone you does you need to get a copy of this
These are just 3 of my favourite pages from the book but if you have or had breast cancer, or know anyone you does you need to get a copy of this
November 24, 2025 at 1:09 AM
I might need this graphic novel for light reading during my fourth breast reconstruction surgery in December.
Police officer finally pleads guilty to using police resources to violate more than 24 women. Sentencing is in January 2026... shall be interesting to see if time in prison is even considered. Good reporting by @janapruden.bsky.social.
November 23, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Police officer finally pleads guilty to using police resources to violate more than 24 women. Sentencing is in January 2026... shall be interesting to see if time in prison is even considered. Good reporting by @janapruden.bsky.social.