Karen O
@mansplainmybike.bsky.social
Bicycles, transit, making music. City tree bark appreciator. Yet another person airing opinions on social media. Has long covid and talks about it sometimes.
Apple cider press event. Bring your own container at Clark Park today.
September 27, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Apple cider press event. Bring your own container at Clark Park today.
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As a vocal fare-free transit advocate, I am prepared to be wrong.
Walker makes a number of good, data-and-experience-based arguments against "fare-free" in this thread, including, "if poor people can't afford the fare, give them money for the fare." Which . . . well, that makes sense.
Walker makes a number of good, data-and-experience-based arguments against "fare-free" in this thread, including, "if poor people can't afford the fare, give them money for the fare." Which . . . well, that makes sense.
A leading candidate for New York City mayor wants free local bus fares. But studies have repeatedly shown that any money you spent on that would be more productively spent on better service. 1/
www.cityandstateny.com/politics/202...
www.cityandstateny.com/politics/202...
Zohran Mamdani wants to make NYC buses free as mayor. How would that work?
In a race that is shaping up to be about who can make New York City most affordable, free buses are an appealing – if expensive – proposal.
www.cityandstateny.com
June 10, 2025 at 3:48 PM
As a vocal fare-free transit advocate, I am prepared to be wrong.
Walker makes a number of good, data-and-experience-based arguments against "fare-free" in this thread, including, "if poor people can't afford the fare, give them money for the fare." Which . . . well, that makes sense.
Walker makes a number of good, data-and-experience-based arguments against "fare-free" in this thread, including, "if poor people can't afford the fare, give them money for the fare." Which . . . well, that makes sense.
X has now turned into soft porn, Elon Musk updates, and Translink updates.
June 6, 2025 at 4:50 AM
X has now turned into soft porn, Elon Musk updates, and Translink updates.
The east side has a nesting bald eagle in a city park.
Wildlife lovers are flocking to a park on Vancouver's west side to catch a glimpse of a young family of barred owls.
globalnews.ca/news/1119264...
globalnews.ca/news/1119264...
A real hoot: Bird lovers flock to Vancouver park for glimpse of baby barred owls - BC | Globalnews.ca
The nest is located in a tree in Douglas Park that has been fenced off to give the owls and young owlets some space.
globalnews.ca
May 23, 2025 at 8:15 AM
The east side has a nesting bald eagle in a city park.
I'm am experienced cycling commuter who has no idea what "hug the road" might mean.
The new law to keep a one metre distance when passing is meaningless if this is the way it plays out.
The new law to keep a one metre distance when passing is meaningless if this is the way it plays out.
VPD says cyclist clipped by close-passing SUV should have "hugged the road" more. Some serious bullshit in this piece:
globalnews.ca/video/111871...
#bikeyvr 1/3
globalnews.ca/video/111871...
#bikeyvr 1/3
Cyclist says B.C.’s new cycling law failed him | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Cyclist says B.C.’s new cycling law failed him Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
globalnews.ca
May 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
I'm am experienced cycling commuter who has no idea what "hug the road" might mean.
The new law to keep a one metre distance when passing is meaningless if this is the way it plays out.
The new law to keep a one metre distance when passing is meaningless if this is the way it plays out.
Thoughts I have while a new pope is chosen.
I am the daughter of the 9th child and granddaughter of the 14th child due a rural Irish Catholic family history in Canada.
Without Catholicism I wouldn't be here. Why else have so many children??
I am the daughter of the 9th child and granddaughter of the 14th child due a rural Irish Catholic family history in Canada.
Without Catholicism I wouldn't be here. Why else have so many children??
May 8, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Thoughts I have while a new pope is chosen.
I am the daughter of the 9th child and granddaughter of the 14th child due a rural Irish Catholic family history in Canada.
Without Catholicism I wouldn't be here. Why else have so many children??
I am the daughter of the 9th child and granddaughter of the 14th child due a rural Irish Catholic family history in Canada.
Without Catholicism I wouldn't be here. Why else have so many children??
I was giving a young coworker first time voter this very pep talk. It is easier than you would think.
You can register on site.
You can use a LOT of different things as ID.
Your boss has to give you time.
You can do this.
You can use a LOT of different things as ID.
Your boss has to give you time.
You can do this.
VOTING IS EASY
April 28, 2025 at 12:42 AM
I was giving a young coworker first time voter this very pep talk. It is easier than you would think.
Reposted by Karen O
the most bespoke cozy authentic hidden secret thing you can do this weekend is cast a ballot
Elections Canada offices are open 7 days per week, 12 hours per day April 18-21. They often have shorter lines. The location is on your voter card or elections.ca
Justin McElroy, you’ve got to admit these are actually a hidden gem places to vote. @jmcelroy.bsky.social
Justin McElroy, you’ve got to admit these are actually a hidden gem places to vote. @jmcelroy.bsky.social
April 19, 2025 at 4:08 AM
the most bespoke cozy authentic hidden secret thing you can do this weekend is cast a ballot
Seems not as busy at our poll today for East Vancouver (Atrium hotel), no wait this morning. Poll workers reported it had been much busier yesterday.
Nearly 7% of eligible voters voted yesterday in the first day of advanced polls. Yowza! #elxn45
April 19, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Seems not as busy at our poll today for East Vancouver (Atrium hotel), no wait this morning. Poll workers reported it had been much busier yesterday.
Reposted by Karen O
The new Doctor Who looks okay.
ABC Vancouver still holds majority at city hall, despite election of Orr, Maloney
ABC Vancouver still holds majority at city hall, despite election of Orr, Maloney
Sean Orr of COPE, Lucy Maloney of OneCity elected in April 5 byelection
dlvr.it
April 8, 2025 at 2:19 AM
The new Doctor Who looks okay.
I hope Vancouver will improve their election staffing and choice of polling locations in response to yesterday's byelection experience.
I don't think voter suppression was intended, I do think the city miscalculated. But the experience had the effect of suppressing some voters.
I don't think voter suppression was intended, I do think the city miscalculated. But the experience had the effect of suppressing some voters.
April 6, 2025 at 3:22 PM
I hope Vancouver will improve their election staffing and choice of polling locations in response to yesterday's byelection experience.
I don't think voter suppression was intended, I do think the city miscalculated. But the experience had the effect of suppressing some voters.
I don't think voter suppression was intended, I do think the city miscalculated. But the experience had the effect of suppressing some voters.
Tempted to go see if there is still a byelection voting lineup at Brittania
April 6, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Tempted to go see if there is still a byelection voting lineup at Brittania
Reposted by Karen O
Be extra nice to your poll staff, they’re working extra hard, it’s not their fault that voting is such a cluster-F today!
April 6, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Be extra nice to your poll staff, they’re working extra hard, it’s not their fault that voting is such a cluster-F today!
Reposted by Karen O
I've cracked the code of why byelection lineups are so long in Vancouver today.
It's not just a turnout question.
Compared to the 2017 byelection, the city decreased the number of election workers by EIGHTY PERCENT.
From 1,250 in 2017 to 250 this time around.
This was a staff recommendation.
It's not just a turnout question.
Compared to the 2017 byelection, the city decreased the number of election workers by EIGHTY PERCENT.
From 1,250 in 2017 to 250 this time around.
This was a staff recommendation.
April 5, 2025 at 10:41 PM
I've cracked the code of why byelection lineups are so long in Vancouver today.
It's not just a turnout question.
Compared to the 2017 byelection, the city decreased the number of election workers by EIGHTY PERCENT.
From 1,250 in 2017 to 250 this time around.
This was a staff recommendation.
It's not just a turnout question.
Compared to the 2017 byelection, the city decreased the number of election workers by EIGHTY PERCENT.
From 1,250 in 2017 to 250 this time around.
This was a staff recommendation.
They are also lining up for an hour or more to egg Ken Sim's house.
April 5, 2025 at 11:15 PM
They are also lining up for an hour or more to egg Ken Sim's house.
Reposted by Karen O
Strathcona community centre. Apparently this is one of the shorter lines.
April 5, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Strathcona community centre. Apparently this is one of the shorter lines.
Reposted by Karen O
Recent reports that there are short lineups at Carnegie (<10 min) and Thunderbird (23 min) community centres.
April 5, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Recent reports that there are short lineups at Carnegie (<10 min) and Thunderbird (23 min) community centres.
Reposted by Karen O
I am SO EXCITED to hear the results tonight. I hope Ken Sim has a very bad day.
April 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
I am SO EXCITED to hear the results tonight. I hope Ken Sim has a very bad day.
This was not clear from the back of the line, so people in these groups should go to the front of the line and check in with polling staff.
REMINDER: If you are:
* An older adult
* A person with a disability
* Someone who is immunocompromised
* Someone who is pregnant
* Someone with children with you
* Someone who needs low stimulation because of a condition
You qualify for a priority lineup!
* An older adult
* A person with a disability
* Someone who is immunocompromised
* Someone who is pregnant
* Someone with children with you
* Someone who needs low stimulation because of a condition
You qualify for a priority lineup!
April 5, 2025 at 8:29 PM
This was not clear from the back of the line, so people in these groups should go to the front of the line and check in with polling staff.
Reposted by Karen O
If you live in Vancouver, don't forget to vote in the city council byelection today. I think the current historical moment is a pretty good reminder of how important our democracy is.
You can vote at any polling place, find the most convenient one here:
vancouver.ca/election/202...
You can vote at any polling place, find the most convenient one here:
vancouver.ca/election/202...
Voting location map and hours | Where to vote | City of Vancouver
See which Voting locations are close to your home, work, or where you're running errands.
vancouver.ca
April 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
If you live in Vancouver, don't forget to vote in the city council byelection today. I think the current historical moment is a pretty good reminder of how important our democracy is.
You can vote at any polling place, find the most convenient one here:
vancouver.ca/election/202...
You can vote at any polling place, find the most convenient one here:
vancouver.ca/election/202...
Reposted by Karen O
Today is the last early voting day, 8am-8pm at City Hall. If you're as tired as we are with the inaction on our streets, please go out and support @lucymaloney.bsky.social . She's the best choice for Vancouver.
Early voting in Vancouver's by-election is TODAY (and also April 1). 🗳️
8am to 8pm at City Hall. 🏢
Please go vote for safer streets - vote for @lucymaloney.bsky.social
visionzerovancouver.ca/2025/03/10/v...
8am to 8pm at City Hall. 🏢
Please go vote for safer streets - vote for @lucymaloney.bsky.social
visionzerovancouver.ca/2025/03/10/v...
Vision Zero Vancouver Endorses Lucy Maloney for City Council
Vision Zero Vancouver is proud to endorse Lucy Maloney (OneCity Vancouver) for Vancouver City Council. Even before joining Vision Zero Vancouver as a volunteer, Lucy has been an unwavering advocate…
visionzerovancouver.ca
April 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Today is the last early voting day, 8am-8pm at City Hall. If you're as tired as we are with the inaction on our streets, please go out and support @lucymaloney.bsky.social . She's the best choice for Vancouver.
This caused me to LOL on Skytrain 😆
#NewWest is making changes on at the Library starting April 1st to help serve you better!
April 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
This caused me to LOL on Skytrain 😆
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Not a joke: advance polls are open again today!
Vote for Lucy Maloney at City Hall, 8am-8pm.
Vote for Lucy Maloney at City Hall, 8am-8pm.
April 1, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Not a joke: advance polls are open again today!
Vote for Lucy Maloney at City Hall, 8am-8pm.
Vote for Lucy Maloney at City Hall, 8am-8pm.
Full of rage about how we subsidize drivers at every turn, but can't properly find transit.
March 28, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Full of rage about how we subsidize drivers at every turn, but can't properly find transit.