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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 2d

Watson knows nothing about any policies, his platform is a mishmash of everything

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Dr. Young-Leslie {use alt-text, humans} ElbowsUp! 🇨🇦🚲 @ethnographer.bsky.social · 2d

Yeg friends, I just wanted to make sure that you are aware of the Cranksgiving ride honour our recently departed friend @drdagly.bsky.social.
I'll be bringing tampons & panty liners for the #BissellCentre donation.
RSVP:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/cranksgivi...
#Bikesky #Yegbike

Cranksgiving Ride — A Tribute to Dr. Darren Markland

Join us for a Cranksgiving Ride honouring the legendary Dr. Darren Markland!

www.eventbrite.ca

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 4d

More shocking than shitty Babiš winning the Czech elections is the fact that the fully racist and fascist Okamura won about 8 percent.

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 7d

An excellent piece in the Guardian: People think they know what war is.

"Across Donbas communities, many people who could no longer live in their destroyed houses near the frontlines still returned whenever they could."

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

People think they know what war is. Here’s what I learned in seven years on Ukraine’s frontline

Movies and news reels show us the tanks, soldiers, explosions and tears. But beyond that is an integration of horror and the mundane, as those who have chosen to stay cling to as much normality as the...

www.theguardian.com

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you!!

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 10d

In terms of clothing, I will mostly use my cross-country gear and see how it goes. I am yet to decide on studded tires, and whether some cheaper options would suffice. Advice? 🙂

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 10d

This will be the first winter when I have decided to cycle to work on any day that is warmer than -25°C. I am genuinely excited to learn about my bike's behaviour and my body's.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 11d

Saturdays should be for watching Janja Garnbret and Oriane Bertone fight for gold until the last hold! What a treat!

www.olympics.com/en/news/ifsc...

Sport Climbing World Championships 2025: Janja Garnbret beats Oriane Bertone to Boulder gold in thrilling final - results

Find out how sport climbing legend Janja Garnbret won gold in the women’s Boulder final at the IFSC World Championships 2025 in Seoul.

www.olympics.com

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 11d

This is so utterly shameful

www.cbc.ca/sports/paral...

International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus | CBC Sports

The International Paralympic Committee has lifted the partial suspensions of Russia and Belarus. The IPC general assembly in Seoul, South Korea, on Saturday first voted against a full suspension for R...

www.cbc.ca

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 12d

I would add that Rutherford is the only serious candidate in the ward, without fantasy promises and with a proper grasp of what is municipal and what is provincial jurisdiction.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 12d

I did not know Darren well, but when I first went out for Coffee Outside, he brewed me coffee and made me feel truly welcome.

I greatly admired his advocacy and public health work, which was exceptional.

Rest in peace, Dr Markland.

Edmonton Bike Coalition @yegbike.bsky.social · 13d

It is with great sadness that we invite you to join us Friday, September 26 to Coffee Outside to celebrate the life of Dr. Markland.

Dr. Markland was an incredible person who touched the lives of everyone who met him.
buff.ly/0B3SU4X

Events & Engagement Opportunities

Discover events and engage with Edmonton's cycling community. Join advocacy, training, and local gatherings to promote biking as a solution for health and transportation challenges.

yegbike.info

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 14d

Was it Jesse Watson talking about Housing First? He knows nothing about it.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · 23d

Cycling to work in Edmonton during autumn is just beautiful!

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Mary G @libmaryan.bsky.social · Jul 23

🪅🪅🪅 I am recruiting participants for my doctoral research project. Please share widely. ✨✨✨

Are you a woman working in a technology-focused role?
Have you worked in such a role in the past 5 years? [photo of women discussing around a table with a laptop on it]
If this is you, contact me!
I am conducting a study on women's experiences working in the technology sector. For more information, please message me here with your email address or email me directly s3957798@student.rmit.edu.au
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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 8

I wonder if they are even aware that covering and policing of the Banksy mural is exactly the point of the mural...

www.bbc.com/news/article...

New Banksy mural appears at Royal Courts of Justice

The artwork, which shows a judge hitting a protester with a gavel, was confirmed by the elusive street artist.

www.bbc.com

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 4

Congratulations!!

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 2

An excellent piece about Peter Savaryn, a former Nazi who still has a street named after him in Edmonton

edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...

Opinion: No shades of grey about Peter Savaryn's past

On many issues of history, there may be shades of grey. This is not one of them. Peter Savaryn was a Nazi.

edmontonjournal.com

Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 2

True, that could be a problem. This spring, when I went to Banff, they wanted people to take the bus to the various lakes. We did so, and unfortunately it was poorly organised, but I am not mad because they are trying to innovate, because this with cars is not sustainable. And it's not pleasant.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 1

The final rant: a proper train from Edmonton to Jasper should take two hours. It would allow us to go in the morning, hike or climb, and return to Edmonton. It is 2025, ffs.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 1

Here I wanted to take a train from Edmonton to Jasper because I would be able to truly enjoy nature. It is only 370 km, yet it takes 6 hours and 30 minutes. Embarrassing. I can drive there in less than four...

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 1

I used to take a train twice a day in Bremen. A real train. It allowed me read, think, listen to music, chat with friends, or even meet new people (especially on weekends). Driving is no substitute.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Sep 1

I cannot wait to take a few train trips in Italy and the Balkans in October. Ok, less excited about the Balkan trains, but I miss trains so much that I sometimes dream about being on one.

It's hard living in a place with no trains.

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Aug 30

So only detached houses are homes? That is bizarrely idiotic even for Alberta rednecks

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Aug 27

The Name of the Rose. Not sure how I missed it before!

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Dr Ivan Simic @ivansimic.bsky.social · Aug 26

Easily the most progressive, and also the most well thought-out platform I’ve seen yet. Maybe I was too hard on Rutherford before, because this one is strong!!