Bryan.Wilson
@uptownini.bsky.social
Saint John, West, New Brunswick; Trails, Techno and UptownSJ; Civic policy buff; Autism Dad + Restoring our Historic Home, circa 1913.
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"I Know What You Did Last Summer"
December 9, 2025 at 11:45 PM
"I Know What You Did Last Summer"
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There's no topping this
December 9, 2025 at 10:26 PM
There's no topping this
Harbour Bridge Construction
“We used AI.”
December 9, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Harbour Bridge Construction
Reposted by Bryan.Wilson
"Once the world outside is lined with blank walls, parking lots, and retaining walls, the horse has left the barn."
Anyone who builds any part of city streets must be responsible for making them great places.
Anyone who builds any part of city streets must be responsible for making them great places.
Aaaand one of my fav articles by @lurbaniste.bsky.social on Happy Cities. We’re so good at building complex things, but why are we so bad at building great streets?
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Why are great streets so hard to build? — Happy Cities
To make every street wonderful, add it to people’s job descriptions.
happycities.com
November 18, 2024 at 1:42 PM
"Once the world outside is lined with blank walls, parking lots, and retaining walls, the horse has left the barn."
Anyone who builds any part of city streets must be responsible for making them great places.
Anyone who builds any part of city streets must be responsible for making them great places.
"If this is a carcinogenic chemical, if it's toxic...three-quarters of the public are being exposed..."
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Study on popular weed killer retracted after journal editor says Monsanto may have helped write it | CBC News
An influential research article that claimed a popular weed-killer was safe has been retracted 25 years after it was published, prompting environmental groups in Canada to ask the federal government t...
www.cbc.ca
December 8, 2025 at 7:55 PM
"If this is a carcinogenic chemical, if it's toxic...three-quarters of the public are being exposed..."
www.cbc.ca/news/health/...
www.cbc.ca/news/health/...
"The Russian government has come out publicly and said that they're basically aligned with the Trump Administration's National Security document - which should make you have reason to think that there might be some challenges with it."
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Trump’s new national security strategy targets Europe | Ian Bremmer’s Quick Take
YouTube video by GZERO Media
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December 8, 2025 at 6:34 PM
"The Russian government has come out publicly and said that they're basically aligned with the Trump Administration's National Security document - which should make you have reason to think that there might be some challenges with it."
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Bonus:
More from the same day.
A view of the Bay
More from the same day.
A view of the Bay
December 7, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Bonus:
More from the same day.
A view of the Bay
More from the same day.
A view of the Bay
"The bridge has been undergoing a phased refurbishing project since 2021. The project could cost as much as $31 million by the time it’s finished in 2028...."
www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new...
www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new...
Harbour Bridge to complete 2025 work by end of November
The 2025 portion of the rehabilitation work to Saint John’s Harbour Bridge is nearing the finish line.
www.ctvnews.ca
December 7, 2025 at 8:14 PM
"The bridge has been undergoing a phased refurbishing project since 2021. The project could cost as much as $31 million by the time it’s finished in 2028...."
www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new...
www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/new...
A Canadian Heritage Moment
Today is so cold that somewhere a teenager is wearing a coat
December 6, 2025 at 8:12 PM
A Canadian Heritage Moment
"Who Pays For Regulation?
The Energy and Utilities Board does not receive funding from government. Its costs are paid for by the industries that they regulate - including electricity, natural gas and petroleum."
The Energy and Utilities Board does not receive funding from government. Its costs are paid for by the industries that they regulate - including electricity, natural gas and petroleum."
December 5, 2025 at 11:41 PM
"Who Pays For Regulation?
The Energy and Utilities Board does not receive funding from government. Its costs are paid for by the industries that they regulate - including electricity, natural gas and petroleum."
The Energy and Utilities Board does not receive funding from government. Its costs are paid for by the industries that they regulate - including electricity, natural gas and petroleum."
"Megan Mitton, the MLA for Tantramar.
...shared the results of a Right to Information request...which showed that allocations in electoral districts tended to increase or decrease depending on whether it was represented by a government MLA or an opposition MLA.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
...shared the results of a Right to Information request...which showed that allocations in electoral districts tended to increase or decrease depending on whether it was represented by a government MLA or an opposition MLA.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
N.B. road fund data shows pattern of favouritism by governing parties | CBC News
After Green MLA Megan Mitton pointed out a pattern of political favouritism in how district road funds are allocated, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Chuck Chiasson revealed he had alrea...
www.cbc.ca
December 5, 2025 at 11:27 PM
"Megan Mitton, the MLA for Tantramar.
...shared the results of a Right to Information request...which showed that allocations in electoral districts tended to increase or decrease depending on whether it was represented by a government MLA or an opposition MLA.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
...shared the results of a Right to Information request...which showed that allocations in electoral districts tended to increase or decrease depending on whether it was represented by a government MLA or an opposition MLA.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Nothing like a crispy winter day with beautiful clear sky to visit the Burchill Wind Farm! 😍
December 5, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Nothing like a crispy winter day with beautiful clear sky to visit the Burchill Wind Farm! 😍
"Lepreau is New Brunswick's...lowest-cost facility...replacing its output with other sources of electricity costs between $1 million and $4 million per day...
#NewBrunswick #PointLepreau #NBPower
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#NewBrunswick #PointLepreau #NBPower
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Equipment failure thwarts nuclear plant from resuming production | CBC News
As frigid temperatures approach New Brunswick, the troubled Point Lepreau nuclear generating station missed its expected return to service date earlier this week.
www.cbc.ca
December 4, 2025 at 8:42 PM
"Lepreau is New Brunswick's...lowest-cost facility...replacing its output with other sources of electricity costs between $1 million and $4 million per day...
#NewBrunswick #PointLepreau #NBPower
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#NewBrunswick #PointLepreau #NBPower
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"Canada this week officially joined the $245 billion Security Action for Europe program, SAFE.
It’s part of the ReArm Europe initiative to make the continent less reliant on American defence technology and funding."
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
It’s part of the ReArm Europe initiative to make the continent less reliant on American defence technology and funding."
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
Europe says Canada must pay 10M euros to join EU defence deal
The European Union says Canada will need to pay 10 million euros to join a defence procurement agreement with the continent — a price tag that is raising questions about how much investment the pact w...
www.ctvnews.ca
December 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
"Canada this week officially joined the $245 billion Security Action for Europe program, SAFE.
It’s part of the ReArm Europe initiative to make the continent less reliant on American defence technology and funding."
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
It’s part of the ReArm Europe initiative to make the continent less reliant on American defence technology and funding."
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
"Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved Canadian children's character Franklin the turtle are disavowing the Trump administration's use of their music and imagery to support its agenda."
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Sabrina Carpenter condemns Trump administration's use of lyrics after Franklin the turtle backlash | CBC News
Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved children's character Franklin the Turtle are disavowing the Trump administration's use of their music and imagery to support its agenda.
www.cbc.ca
December 3, 2025 at 12:01 AM
"Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the publisher of the beloved Canadian children's character Franklin the turtle are disavowing the Trump administration's use of their music and imagery to support its agenda."
www.cbc.ca/news/enterta...
www.cbc.ca/news/enterta...
"To increase reservists, 18-year-olds in Belgium will soon receive letters informing them about voluntary military service, following a recently announced initiative in the Netherlands."
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
Belgium to follow Dutch voluntary military service initiative
To increase reservists, 18-year-olds in Belgium will soon receive letters informing them about voluntary military service, following a recently announced initiative in the Netherlands.
www.euronews.com
November 30, 2025 at 8:20 PM
"To increase reservists, 18-year-olds in Belgium will soon receive letters informing them about voluntary military service, following a recently announced initiative in the Netherlands."
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...
"More than 25 years after conscription was phased out, the plan will see young men and women volunteering for a paid 10 months of military training."
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France brings back limited military service with 3,000 volunteers next year
"The only way to avoid danger is to prepare for it," says President Emmanuel Macron.
www.bbc.com
November 30, 2025 at 7:06 PM
"More than 25 years after conscription was phased out, the plan will see young men and women volunteering for a paid 10 months of military training."
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
"We know it's turning; the only question is 'when is it going to turn and how fast is it going to turn'; and in that moment, you don't wanna be late"
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Is Mark Carney Crazy Like a Fox? Max Fawcett Thinks He Is
YouTube video by Energi Media
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November 29, 2025 at 3:14 PM
"We know it's turning; the only question is 'when is it going to turn and how fast is it going to turn'; and in that moment, you don't wanna be late"
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"New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board chair Christopher Stewart delivered a decision Friday that effectively cancels province-wide fuel price cuts of up to 10 cents per litre scheduled for Dec. 1"
#MerryChristmas
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#MerryChristmas
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November 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM
"New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board chair Christopher Stewart delivered a decision Friday that effectively cancels province-wide fuel price cuts of up to 10 cents per litre scheduled for Dec. 1"
#MerryChristmas
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#MerryChristmas
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"...Premier Susan Holt has argued oil companies should be paying for their own environmental costs and her government passed legislation...effective Dec. 1."
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N.B. petroleum retailers make case to replace 8 cent fuel charge that expires Monday | CBC News
Oil companies and retailers endured a barrage of pointed questions in front of the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board Thursday in their effort to undo a provincial government decision to elimina...
www.cbc.ca
November 27, 2025 at 9:19 PM
"...Premier Susan Holt has argued oil companies should be paying for their own environmental costs and her government passed legislation...effective Dec. 1."
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Our most recent visit.
Timing was just right to capture those beautiful sunset moments.
Timing was just right to capture those beautiful sunset moments.
November 25, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Our most recent visit.
Timing was just right to capture those beautiful sunset moments.
Timing was just right to capture those beautiful sunset moments.
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“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
It costs a lot less to house people.
It costs a lot less to house people.
Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.
thebetter.news
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
It costs a lot less to house people.
It costs a lot less to house people.
My son and I frequently make trips to the incredibly beautiful Burchill Wind Farm. ⛅
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
November 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
My son and I frequently make trips to the incredibly beautiful Burchill Wind Farm. ⛅
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
#Picnic
Put together this compilation video from some of our winter trips.
Music by: Me (Sound Up) 🔊🎵📻
@sjenergy.ca
#NaturePowersSJ
Reposted by Bryan.Wilson
I think this one's for you and your boys @uptownini.bsky.social
✨ Photo Contest! ✨
So many of you share photos enjoying nature near Burchill Wind Farm, your shots inspired this!
📸 Enter by Nov 30:
Tag @sjenergy.ca
Use #NaturePowersSJ
Winner gets new SJE swag, chosen for creativity, story and for showing what makes this spot special! #NaturePowersSJ #Zero30
So many of you share photos enjoying nature near Burchill Wind Farm, your shots inspired this!
📸 Enter by Nov 30:
Tag @sjenergy.ca
Use #NaturePowersSJ
Winner gets new SJE swag, chosen for creativity, story and for showing what makes this spot special! #NaturePowersSJ #Zero30
November 13, 2025 at 7:54 PM
I think this one's for you and your boys @uptownini.bsky.social