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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · 12h

That’s exactly what my thoughts were while I was waiting to vote today. It there anything this government can’t completely shitify. It’s completely on brand (but also mostly on purpose)

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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · 14h

Such BS-changed after the Dec 15 deadline was starting to be more widely known and tanked-quite a few posts about it this weekend-the original version of the message that was on the Alberta vaccine site said it had to be booked by Dec15, 2025-the UCP are just covering their screwups like always

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Emmett Macfarlane 🇨🇦 @emmettmacfarlane.com · 5d

The other word for objections to diversity, equity, and inclusion is "racism"

Alex Boyd @alexboyd.bsky.social · 5d

The DEI debate comes to Canada. www.thestar.com/diversity-eq...

Diversity, equity and inclusion are coming under scrutiny — and Pierre Poilievre is ready to push the conversation

Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives are in the crosshairs south of the border and now the mantle has been taken up by the federal Conservative party, which has released a

www.thestar.com

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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · 15d

Great way to spend World Teachers Day- Good to see so many people out supporting Alberta teachers and public education in Calgary !
Lots of great signs too

#RedforEd #Albertateachers #worldteachersday #calgary
#yyc

Person holding up dog in flames sign at Alberta teachers’ rally

Crowd with signs at Alberta teachers’ rally in Calgary

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Druh Farrell @druhfarrell.bsky.social · 16d

Haven't signed the Forever Canadian petition yet? Check out this handy list of pop-up signing locations and let's get 'er done!
www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet...

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cm 🇨🇦 @cmcalgary.bsky.social · 16d

Someone made a very lengthy post in r/Alberta on reddit, regarding education. Worth a read.

www.reddit.com/r/alberta/co...

#Alberta #abpoli

From the alberta community on Reddit

Explore this post and more from the alberta community

www.reddit.com

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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · 19d

What a huge loss !

Jane Goodall Institute of Canada @janegoodallcan.bsky.social · 19d

The Jane Goodall Institute of Canada has learned this morning, Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, that Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, UN Messenger of Peace and Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, has passed away due to natural causes.

She was in California as part of her speaking tour in the United States.

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Calgary's Future @calgarysfuture.bsky.social · 21d

We’re pleased to announce our next endorsement for the 2025 Calgary Public School Board Trustee election: Nancy Close for School Board Trustee in Wards 11 & 13.

To learn more about Nancy Close check out our endorsement page: https://calgarysfuture.ca/endorsements/nancy-close/

#YYC #WeAreCBE

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 26d

If Canadians, travelling domestically, want to use the "good" security line at the airport, they need a NEXUS card, even if they aren't going to the US. And they need the blessing of Donald Trump's Homeland Security apparatus to get one. I'm calling on Canada to end this absurdity. #Canada #NEXUS

Why we need a Made-In-Canada Verified Traveller Program

YouTube video by Senator Paula Simons

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Rakhi Pancholi @pancholirakhi.bsky.social · 26d

This is an unbelievable loss to Alberta. Dr. Markland was a powerful voice of compassion and integrity and he was loved and respected by so many.

My deepest condolences to his family and friends. 💔

www.reddeeradvocate.com/home/edmonto...

Edmonton mountain biker who died in crash near Nordegg mourned

Dr. Darren Markland was well respected ICU physician and health care advocate

www.reddeeradvocate.com

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Carrie Tait @carrietait.bsky.social · 27d

SCOOP: A consultant advising Alberta Health Services on private surgical facilities simultaneously negotiated with AHS on behalf of a company vying to open such a clinic, according to a confidential report obtained by The Globe.

www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber...

Adviser on Alberta’s use of private clinics was also working for company vying for contract, confidential report says

Potential conflicts of interest outlined in document at centre of health procurement controversy

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · 26d

Albertans Deserve a #PublicInquiry into Corruption Allegations

#CorruptContractsByDesign brought to you by #SmithAndSmith
#AbPoli #AbLeg #AHS

www.friendsofmedicare.org/albertans_de...

Albertans Deserve a Public Inquiry into Corruption Allegations

The third-party interim report into health care corruption allegations is due, but Albertans have heard nothing from our provincial government. We deserve a fully empowered and independent public inqu...

www.friendsofmedicare.org

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

The first time an Alberta government invoked the notwithstanding clause, public outrage forced a reversal in less than 24 hours. I wish to God Albertans would show the same moral fury now, when school children are outed & bullied by the government that is supposed to protect them. #ableg #abpoli

Stripping Away Rights Using the Notwithstanding Clause. - Alberta Views

After a week of rancorous debate, Klein announced he would not invoke the notwithstanding clause on the landmark gay rights decision...

albertaviews.ca

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The Sprawl @sprawlcalgary.bsky.social · Sep 16

NEW STORY: The push to 'conservatize' Calgary's public school board. Six CBE trustee candidates have campaign materials that look identical—so we took a closer look. #yyccc #ableg

The push to ‘conservatize’ Calgary’s public school board | The Sprawl

Not a slate, candidates say.

www.sprawlcalgary.com

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Hon. Thomas A. Lukaszuk @lukaszukab.bsky.social · Sep 6

There are currently 172 #ForeverCanadian locations across Alberta collecting petition signatures.

Please, take a moment to find a location nearest you and reaffirm your commitment to Canada. All locations are listed here:

www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet...

We need your signature.

#ableg

Forever Canadian Official Campaign Website

Forever Canadian campaign is a grassroots coalition of Canadians aimed at reinforcing Canadian unity. It is a proactive vehicle to secure Alberta's continued place in Canada.

www.forever-canadian.ca

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Robson Fletcher @robsonfletcher.com · Aug 12

If you want a COVID-19 vaccine in Alberta this is what you now need to do:

1. "Pre-order" by Sept. 30: bookvaccine.alberta.ca/vaccine/s/pr...

2. In the fall, remember to book a public health clinic appointment. (No more pharmacy shots.)

3. Pay. (Prices not yet announced.)

4. Attend appointment.

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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · Aug 11

If you are wanting to get a Covid or Flu vaccine this fall in Alberta, make sure you sign up here to order them

bookvaccine.alberta.ca/vaccine/s/pr...

bookvaccine.alberta.ca

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woodinthenorth.bsky.social @woodinthenorth.bsky.social · Aug 10

Furthest in each direction I’ve been in Canada:

N: Hazelton, BC
E: Charlottetown, PEI
W: San Josef Bay, BC
S: Burlington, ON

Andrew MacDougall @ahmacdougall.bsky.social · Aug 9

Furthest in each direction I’ve been in Canada:

N: Carmacks YT
E: St. John’s Newfoundland
W: South Glacier Kluane National Park YT.
S: Pearson International Airport, Ontario.

Richard Waite @waiterich.bsky.social · Aug 9

Furthest in each direction I’ve been in Canada:

N: Jasper, Alberta
E: Granby, Quebec
W: Vancouver, BC
S: Niagara Falls, Ontario

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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · Aug 7

The Albertan Poll
Do you plan to sign the citizen-initiated petition aimed at keeping Alberta a part of Canada?

www.thealbertan.com/polls/do-you...

Poll results:
Do you plan to sign the citizen-initiated petition aimed at keeping Alberta a part of Canada?
View related story
34 total votes Added about 6 hours ago

Yes 28 votes 82.35%
No 5 votes 14.71%
Not sure 1 vote 2.94%

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Christina Frangou @cfrangou.bsky.social · Jul 21

Everyone in Alberta should very concerned about this.

The targeted campaign against @carrietait.bsky.social is a direct attempt to intimidate one of the finest, most diligent reporters in Canada. In doing so, it is an attack on journalism, an accountability mechanism essential for democracy.

Carrie Tait @carrietait.bsky.social · Jul 21

Hi, yes, g'morning. This is awkward.

But targeting a reporter - hi! - with
surreptitiously obtained photos and details of her tooling around town is an attack on the public's right to know.

www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

Globe and Mail reporter targeted by online campaign, photographed surreptitiously in public settings

An anonymous X account posted photos of Alberta reporter Carrie Tait and described her movements as she reported on a health authority controversy

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Bonnie Critchley - Independent @bonniecritchley.bsky.social · Jul 3

Canada isn’t broken. But an electoral system that lets someone spend over $2 million for a do-over after neglecting his constituents? That’s what’s broken.

We deserve better. This is #OurHomeOurRiding in #BattleRiverCrowfoot

Volunteer or donate today at bonniecritchleyindependent.com

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Heather Campbell @thatheatherc.bsky.social · Jun 25

Okay Alberta. This is your moment. Each time something egregiously racist happens in this province y'all say, "oh, this isn't who we are...". Now is the time to prove it. Show up at every town hall. Answer every horrible survey question. Get up, stand up. Protest. Do not normalize this ugliness. ✊🏾

Jack Farrell @jack-farrell.bsky.social · Jun 25

Despite what the Premier said today, sure seems like the panel knows exactly what it plans to workshop this summer.

From @mattscace.bsky.social today: Alberta Next survey asks if province should withhold social services for immigrants

www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/prairies_bc/...

Alberta Next survey asks if province should withhold social services for immigrants

CALGARY - Whether Alberta should withhold social services from immigrants is among the issues Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is tabling for debate this summer when she travels the province to

www.thecanadianpressnews.ca

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Janet 🇨🇦 @jansplanet.bsky.social · Jun 17

Poll results:
Do you agree with Premier #Smith that most Albertans should have to pay for COVID-19 vaccine?
View related story

47 total votes, added about 8 hours ago

Yes 8 votes 17.02%
No 39 votes 82.98%

#AbPoli

thealbertan.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?...

The Albertan Poll results:
Do you agree with Premier Smith that most Albertans should have to pay for COVID-19 vaccine?
View related story
47 total votes Added about 9 hours ago

Yes 8 votes 17.02%
No 39 votes 82.98%

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · Jun 16

Here are my top 10 protest dogs!

youtu.be/lgOtg-BeV6E

Top 10 Protest Dogs

YouTube video by WeRateDogs

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Andrea DeKeseredy @andiewinnipeg.bsky.social · Jun 14

The Alberta Government is framing their abdication of public health measures as fiscal responsibility.

It is far cheaper to give someone a vaccine than to keep them on a ventilator.

Denying vaccines is one of the most most financially reckless things a government can do.

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