Margaret Bennett
@being-margaret.bsky.social
Living in #HamOnt, I live by values of community, empathy, care. Monitoring politics constantly. Trying to focus on what I can control and how I can contribute.
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Aujourd’hui, à l’occasion du 36e anniversaire de l’attentat à l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, je prends un moment pour réfléchir aux meurtres violents et brutaux de 14 femmes dont la vie a été fauchée par cet horrible acte de féminicide.
December 6, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Aujourd’hui, à l’occasion du 36e anniversaire de l’attentat à l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, je prends un moment pour réfléchir aux meurtres violents et brutaux de 14 femmes dont la vie a été fauchée par cet horrible acte de féminicide.
This reminds me… anyone in #HamOnt have tips on how to get the Hunter Bike lane counter to work? I’ve biked by so many times and the counter never changes. I’ve been standing by it while cyclists go and don’t trigger it either. Where is the sensor?
Montreal’s REV Saint-Denis is the third busiest bike lane (with a counter) in North America, behind two NYC bridges.
Summer volumes are even quite competitive with bike counters in Europe.
www.lapresse.ca/dialogue/chr...
Summer volumes are even quite competitive with bike counters in Europe.
www.lapresse.ca/dialogue/chr...
November 4, 2025 at 11:56 PM
This reminds me… anyone in #HamOnt have tips on how to get the Hunter Bike lane counter to work? I’ve biked by so many times and the counter never changes. I’ve been standing by it while cyclists go and don’t trigger it either. Where is the sensor?
Thoughts while running: as our population ages hospitals/palliative services should consider adding co-working spaces for the families of patients who need to juggle work. Many would pay a fee to be able to work and be at hospital for key appointments and updates on their loved ones.
October 25, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Thoughts while running: as our population ages hospitals/palliative services should consider adding co-working spaces for the families of patients who need to juggle work. Many would pay a fee to be able to work and be at hospital for key appointments and updates on their loved ones.
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“While working Canadians are paying higher rates than their ultra-wealthy fellow citizens... the government is currently considering a so-called austerity budget that is almost certain to make these problems worse.” - @sabivm.bsky.social and Hon. Ratna Omidvar
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
Canada's exploding wealth inequality requires tax changes
Our current tax code is not asking the wealthy to reinvest in our economy, and that failure is weakening services and programs working Canadians may use to get ahead.
www.hilltimes.com
October 1, 2025 at 1:48 PM
“While working Canadians are paying higher rates than their ultra-wealthy fellow citizens... the government is currently considering a so-called austerity budget that is almost certain to make these problems worse.” - @sabivm.bsky.social and Hon. Ratna Omidvar
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...
If you live in Ward 8 in Hamilton, this is the kind of person who was taking action before even thinking about running. She’d be a great councillor!
Truly inspired by my dear friend Lohifa for the vision of Excel in Style. Bringing together over 67 stylists and barbers focused on textured hair to create 250 styles. She brought the community together to celebrate black and racialized youth, creating lasting mentorship and friendship.
September 10, 2025 at 2:12 AM
If you live in Ward 8 in Hamilton, this is the kind of person who was taking action before even thinking about running. She’d be a great councillor!
Once again with unparalleled municipal election coverage, @joeycoleman.ca has done residents of Ward 8 a huge service by doing the 155 Podcast. I hope many in Ward 8 will listen to the podcasts. Thanks as always Joey!
September 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Once again with unparalleled municipal election coverage, @joeycoleman.ca has done residents of Ward 8 a huge service by doing the 155 Podcast. I hope many in Ward 8 will listen to the podcasts. Thanks as always Joey!
This was an inspiring story. I started running as a way to get to know Burlington when I moved there without a car. When I traveled for work I always packed my runners to see more of a place. Running is an amazing way to explore cities! Running for a good cause is even better!
This man is running every street in Toronto. He’s not letting a brain cancer diagnosis stop him.
Since 2022, Carlo De Lorenzi has been on a mission to run 10,390 streets. After taking a break for chemo, he’s back at it, but “I’m on a time clock.”
Since 2022, Carlo De Lorenzi has been on a mission to run 10,390 streets. After taking a break for chemo, he’s back at it, but “I’m on a time clock.”
This man is running every street in Toronto. He’s not letting a brain cancer diagnosis stop him
Since 2022, Carlo De Lorenzi has been on a mission to run 10,390 streets. After taking a break for chemo, he’s back at it, but “I’m on a time clock.”
www.thestar.com
July 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
This was an inspiring story. I started running as a way to get to know Burlington when I moved there without a car. When I traveled for work I always packed my runners to see more of a place. Running is an amazing way to explore cities! Running for a good cause is even better!
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Making life better and safer for more residents is possible
June 27, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Making life better and safer for more residents is possible
Can’t wait for 2-way Main St in #HamOnt to make it safer and revive the streetscape.
Thankful for leaders
@nrindernann.bsky.social @ward1wilson.bsky.social who pushed this through!
Thankful for leaders
@nrindernann.bsky.social @ward1wilson.bsky.social who pushed this through!
Broad Street used to be one of the most dangerous streets in Rhode Island.
Between 2012 and 2017, it was the site of 84 serious car crashes involving people walking or biking.
Between 2012 and 2017, it was the site of 84 serious car crashes involving people walking or biking.
June 27, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Can’t wait for 2-way Main St in #HamOnt to make it safer and revive the streetscape.
Thankful for leaders
@nrindernann.bsky.social @ward1wilson.bsky.social who pushed this through!
Thankful for leaders
@nrindernann.bsky.social @ward1wilson.bsky.social who pushed this through!
Morning visitor! Staying cool like the rest of us are trying to!
June 23, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Morning visitor! Staying cool like the rest of us are trying to!
Honest question @joeycoleman.ca @nrindernann.bsky.social: does @cityofhamilton.bsky.social not have on-call comms staff on weekends? Trying to share info to community pages and there is nothing on city socials about the heat warning. Other cities posted yesterday. Guelph posted ahead with resources.
June 23, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Honest question @joeycoleman.ca @nrindernann.bsky.social: does @cityofhamilton.bsky.social not have on-call comms staff on weekends? Trying to share info to community pages and there is nothing on city socials about the heat warning. Other cities posted yesterday. Guelph posted ahead with resources.
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#BREAKING: The Ontario NDP Caucus is filibustering in committee right now, fighting to stop Doug Ford’s Bill 5 power grab. We’re using every tool we’ve got — amendment by amendment, speaker by speaker — to fight this power grab and hold Ford to account. Watch live: www.ola.org/en/legislati...
May 28, 2025 at 10:39 PM
#BREAKING: The Ontario NDP Caucus is filibustering in committee right now, fighting to stop Doug Ford’s Bill 5 power grab. We’re using every tool we’ve got — amendment by amendment, speaker by speaker — to fight this power grab and hold Ford to account. Watch live: www.ola.org/en/legislati...
Our local Little Free Library is in a Park. Many neighbours have stewarded this library over the years. The latest etched “Little Library” into new glass, installed a latch and an overhang, and gave it a fresh coat of paint. Love that it’s truly a community space! Thank you neighbours! #HamOnt
May 19, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Our local Little Free Library is in a Park. Many neighbours have stewarded this library over the years. The latest etched “Little Library” into new glass, installed a latch and an overhang, and gave it a fresh coat of paint. Love that it’s truly a community space! Thank you neighbours! #HamOnt
I was talking with someone about the person who “hooked” you into party politics. For me, it was @karinagould.bsky.social. Proud to see her reelected! She works so hard and we all benefit from her energy and devotion to Canada and Burlington! Congratulations Karina!
April 29, 2025 at 9:39 PM
I was talking with someone about the person who “hooked” you into party politics. For me, it was @karinagould.bsky.social. Proud to see her reelected! She works so hard and we all benefit from her energy and devotion to Canada and Burlington! Congratulations Karina!
Happy Election Day!
Here’s a reminder of why voting matters and what we are voting to protect and strengthen.
Here’s a reminder of why voting matters and what we are voting to protect and strengthen.
“My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.”
— Late NDP leader Jack Layton
#nanaimo #nanaimoinfusion
youtu.be/TAkUs94EyAg
— Late NDP leader Jack Layton
#nanaimo #nanaimoinfusion
youtu.be/TAkUs94EyAg
Tod’s Nanaimo Infusion / CBC TV Coverage
YouTube video by Tod Maffin
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April 28, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Happy Election Day!
Here’s a reminder of why voting matters and what we are voting to protect and strengthen.
Here’s a reminder of why voting matters and what we are voting to protect and strengthen.
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Why vote early? Here’s why!
✅ Skip the lines and save time
✅ Make your vote count early
✅ Help reduce crowding on EDay
👉 Advance Polls are open from April 18-21, 9am to 9pm
📍 Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca
✅ Skip the lines and save time
✅ Make your vote count early
✅ Help reduce crowding on EDay
👉 Advance Polls are open from April 18-21, 9am to 9pm
📍 Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca
April 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Why vote early? Here’s why!
✅ Skip the lines and save time
✅ Make your vote count early
✅ Help reduce crowding on EDay
👉 Advance Polls are open from April 18-21, 9am to 9pm
📍 Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca
✅ Skip the lines and save time
✅ Make your vote count early
✅ Help reduce crowding on EDay
👉 Advance Polls are open from April 18-21, 9am to 9pm
📍 Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca
I voted at a returning office. DYK you can vote at any returning office in Canada? You have to write in the candidate’s name if it’s not in your riding. Visiting with family today? Consider an outing to a returning office. I saw people voting with out of town family yesterday. Go democracy! #elxn45
April 20, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I voted at a returning office. DYK you can vote at any returning office in Canada? You have to write in the candidate’s name if it’s not in your riding. Visiting with family today? Consider an outing to a returning office. I saw people voting with out of town family yesterday. Go democracy! #elxn45
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Be a Mister Rogers. Wear comfy shoes. Celebrate kindness. Sow affirmations. Save time for make-believe. Sing silly little songs. Testify before a senate subcommittee about the importance of quality public broadcasting. Feed fish. Love sweaters.
April 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Be a Mister Rogers. Wear comfy shoes. Celebrate kindness. Sow affirmations. Save time for make-believe. Sing silly little songs. Testify before a senate subcommittee about the importance of quality public broadcasting. Feed fish. Love sweaters.
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Join us for an insightful online workshop featuring Sullivan Israel, the leader of Strong Towns Santa Barbara, a Local Conversation that’s making waves. Sullivan will share his expertise on delivering effective public comments and the impact this has had in Santa Barbara, CA.
March 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Join us for an insightful online workshop featuring Sullivan Israel, the leader of Strong Towns Santa Barbara, a Local Conversation that’s making waves. Sullivan will share his expertise on delivering effective public comments and the impact this has had in Santa Barbara, CA.
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Half of business owners on this Toronto street estimated that more than 25% of their customers arrived by car.
In fact, it was 4%.
And the % of customers who who walked or cycled? 72%.
Retailers routinely overestimate the # of “car customers.” Via @carltonreid.com www.forbes.com/sites/carlto...
In fact, it was 4%.
And the % of customers who who walked or cycled? 72%.
Retailers routinely overestimate the # of “car customers.” Via @carltonreid.com www.forbes.com/sites/carlto...
March 25, 2025 at 5:44 AM
Half of business owners on this Toronto street estimated that more than 25% of their customers arrived by car.
In fact, it was 4%.
And the % of customers who who walked or cycled? 72%.
Retailers routinely overestimate the # of “car customers.” Via @carltonreid.com www.forbes.com/sites/carlto...
In fact, it was 4%.
And the % of customers who who walked or cycled? 72%.
Retailers routinely overestimate the # of “car customers.” Via @carltonreid.com www.forbes.com/sites/carlto...
My first letter to the editor.
There is so much that’s hard and negative in the news these days. I had the privilege of being reminded that there is so much good too. #HamOnt
There is so much that’s hard and negative in the news these days. I had the privilege of being reminded that there is so much good too. #HamOnt
March 19, 2025 at 10:48 AM
My first letter to the editor.
There is so much that’s hard and negative in the news these days. I had the privilege of being reminded that there is so much good too. #HamOnt
There is so much that’s hard and negative in the news these days. I had the privilege of being reminded that there is so much good too. #HamOnt
In 2014 I met a woman a woman at a Tim Hortons on Brant St in Burlington. We had tea for an hour or so and I asked her some very pointed questions about her and the @liberalca.bsky.social of Canada on a range of topics that mattered to me. That woman was @karinagould.bsky.social 🧵… 1/
March 14, 2025 at 10:28 PM
In 2014 I met a woman a woman at a Tim Hortons on Brant St in Burlington. We had tea for an hour or so and I asked her some very pointed questions about her and the @liberalca.bsky.social of Canada on a range of topics that mattered to me. That woman was @karinagould.bsky.social 🧵… 1/
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I have loved every minute of this campaign because of Liberals like you, who love Canada so deeply, who are proud of what we’ve been able to achieve for our country, and whose bold ideas fuel the ambition we’e always had as a party. If you haven’t voted yet, now is the time!
March 7, 2025 at 3:59 PM
I have loved every minute of this campaign because of Liberals like you, who love Canada so deeply, who are proud of what we’ve been able to achieve for our country, and whose bold ideas fuel the ambition we’e always had as a party. If you haven’t voted yet, now is the time!
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🚨Today is the last day to verify your ID! vote.liberal.ca
March 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM
🚨Today is the last day to verify your ID! vote.liberal.ca
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🚨 Deadline alert!
In order to vote for the next Liberal Leader, you must start the verification process by 5pm ET today! If you haven't started the process yet, don't wait – visit lpc.ca/how2vote now!
In order to vote for the next Liberal Leader, you must start the verification process by 5pm ET today! If you haven't started the process yet, don't wait – visit lpc.ca/how2vote now!
March 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
🚨 Deadline alert!
In order to vote for the next Liberal Leader, you must start the verification process by 5pm ET today! If you haven't started the process yet, don't wait – visit lpc.ca/how2vote now!
In order to vote for the next Liberal Leader, you must start the verification process by 5pm ET today! If you haven't started the process yet, don't wait – visit lpc.ca/how2vote now!