Jeff's Fact Checker (@thunderbayed.bsky.social) reposted
He who squatted in a taxpayer-funded mansion and forced a $2 million by-election attacks the government's spending vm.tiktok.com/ZMAMSKCTj/
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view profile on Bluesky Jeff's Fact Checker (@thunderbayed.bsky.social) reposted
He who squatted in a taxpayer-funded mansion and forced a $2 million by-election attacks the government's spending vm.tiktok.com/ZMAMSKCTj/
Bluesky Fanatic (@blueskyfanatic.bsky.social) reposted
Statement by John Cleese regarding Trump ===============================
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
The Minister was restored in May Prime Minister Carney announces new Ministry | Prime Minister of Canada share.google/pX7atcghpQYC...
Caroline (@northernck.bsky.social) reposted
Very happy to hear where LPC Govt will focus its housing $s - please work w/ non-profits, charities & municipalities in defining βaffordable housingβ - leaving it to private developers is foolβs gold, sir. @gregorrobertson.bsky.social Often it remains unaffordable. www.thestar.com/real-estate/...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Bluesky is the place for science. Science research gets more engagement on Bluesky than X, study finds | Bluesky | The Guardian share.google/gkSOVSNODDPF...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Republicans propose Melanie and Rwanda, Israel, Gabon, Azerbaijan and Cambodia nominate little hands. These people live in a stupid alternate universe Republican Floats Melania Trump for Nobel Peace Prize - Newsweek share.google/9gCIW9YKOTNQ...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Very interesting
PEIPolitical π¨π¦ (@peipolitical.bsky.social) reposted
π₯π₯π₯ Carney on Poilievre - βI honestly believe he disdains much about the country. Itβs pretty awkward for him now that the country is coming together. Heβs trying to find a flag to wrap himself in & play patriot. The last refuge of a scoundrel, the last time I checked.β #cdnpoli
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
π. Very sad news
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Oh no. Graham Greene, such a great actor
Tara Moriarty (@moriartylab.bsky.social) reposted
Canadian COVID Forecast Aug 30 - Sep 12 2025 CANADA High [No change] About 1 in 65 people in Canada are CURRENTLY infected. Compared to lowest point of pandemic in Canada: -Infections ~7.2 higher -Long COVID ~7.7 higher -Hospitalizations ~10.7 higher -Deaths ~10.9 higher
FranklyMyDear (@frank-lee.bsky.social) reposted
CBC trying to make Doug Ford look smart is in itself very stupid.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks for the inclusion Stuart
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
We should remember that each of these benefits were brought to us by hard fought labour actions and unions.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Russia is at war with not only Ukraine but the EU. Snipers are brought to the border of Belarus when she was at the Polish border and now an electronic attack EU chief von der Leyenβs aircraft GPS jammed over Bulgaria, Russian interference suspected share.google/QBWzEHQ7oBWw...
Brian Goldstone (@brian-goldstone.bsky.social) reposted
A Labor Day reminder: today there isn't a single city, metro area, or state in the U.S. where a full-time minimum-wage worker can afford a modest 2-bedroom apartment. Millions of people with jobsβeven multiple jobsβaren't safe from homelessness in this country.
White Rose Resistance (@whiteroseresistance.org) reposted
As we leave August 2025, we think back fondly to August 2024
Josef MΓΌhlbauer (@josefmuehlbauer.bsky.social) reposted
On 27 Aug 25, the #UN Security Council met in New York on #Gaza. !! 14 of 15 members !! declared the famine in Gaza a βman-made crisisβ β demanding a ceasefire, release of hostages, and unrestricted humanitarian aid... #UNSC #US #Genocide
otterfur.bsky.social (@otterfur.bsky.social) reposted
So telling.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Except that isn't a golf cart. Is he actually well enough to golf or just get into a car
JeffTrnka (@jefftrnka.bsky.social) reposted
"How much to spend and where to buy equipment are the political choices Carney faces." DON'T buy American @mark-carney.bsky.social @liberalca.bsky.social. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah. Video of him getting into a car to go to a club but no video of him actually golfing. He's often photographed on the course, so it is kind of out of the normal
Kevin Ball (@stairway-to-kevin.bsky.social) reposted
βpost-COVIDβ
Humor For Resistance (@funnysnarkyjoke.bsky.social) reposted
Rumor has it that JD Vance cancelled all vacations scheduled for the next 3 weeks.
MeidasCanada (@meidascanada.ca) reposted
MEIDAS CANADA. COMING SOON. π¨π¦
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Are there any pictures of him actually golfing? Or is he just at the location
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Will the mainstream media ever call out the batshit crazy that is trump This is not normal
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Is he actually golfing or is he just at the club The Epstein Files want to know his state of decay
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Of course, doing the right thing angers Netanyahu and trump. These two will never be on the right side apnews.com/article/fran...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Ordinarily, the streets in the lively Columbia Heights neighbourhood of Washington, D.C., would be filled with Latinos shopping or working at local stores, street vendors and restaurants. But lately, the normally vibrant community is nearly empty. www.cbc.ca/news/world/m...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Sorry, not sorry. Not today (or tomorrow). Is he dead yet www.nbcnews.com/business/tra...
Lauren T. (@laurentouchant.bsky.social) reposted
Pierre Poilievre does not have security clearance. Foreign interference is particularly active in Alberta, where quisling Danielle Smith governs. Every electoral candidate should be vetted by our security services. #cdnpoli #Canada π Sign the petition below @charlieangus104.bsky.social
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice. I'll keep this company in mind
Cheryl in Nova Scotia π¨π¦ππ (@minibubbly.bsky.social) reposted
Again, heβs an idiot, he has no idea what he is talking about #Fail Poilievre's idea to amend Criminal Code wouldn't help Canadians acting in self-defence, law experts say Proposed changes to the law are a 'slippery slope' that could put people at more risk, lawyer says www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Ian Rennie π¨π¦ π¬π§ πΊπ³ πͺπΊ (@ronald737.bsky.social) reposted
Time to move back to Geneva. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Comprehensive security came up during Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand's trip to Finland earlier this month, in a joint statement as a "strong focus" for Canada's continued bilateral co-operation with its Arctic ally. Hoping for the best and preparing for the worst www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
The opportunity is to treat the Build Canada Homes initiative not just as a housing policy but as an anchor customer for a new manufacturing base. How Carneyβs Housing Initiative Can Industrialize Canadaβs Mass Timber Sector - CleanTechnica share.google/1hnrtZ5PDtQe...
π¨π¦π¨π¦ Proud Canadian π¨π¦π¨π¦ (@beppil007.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
The current self-defence legislation comes from a 2012 Conservative bill. Who was PM? Stephen Harper. Who supported the bill? Poilievre. He is misrepresenting facts, lying, & rage farming, promoting American gun culture laws. #NeverPoilievre
Guy Thomas γγ (@guywrites.bsky.social) reposted
This is genius. Well ahead of its time and sums up todayβs society perfectly. π youtu.be/5mU5ef-zFyw?...
Elise BjΓΈrkan Viksaas (@elisevik.bsky.social) reposted
"There's a lot to dislike about Putin, but his most annoying trait is that he's always like: "Will I stop bombing civilians?" "An interesting question, with historical resonance." "First, let's go to the year 1268 in a small steppe village by Ikursk. The young shepherd boy Yuri has just eaten..."
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Using Canadian lumber and steel.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
This shooter shot through a window. The CDC shooter shot from outside. Guns are the problem and metal detectors are not the solution
Canada stands for β (@waitingonamiricle.bsky.social) reposted
This long weekend, I hope Canadian people will stay in country. Boycotting is the best way to stay safe. Don't be a foolish traveler. HAPPY LABOUR DAY WEEKEND CANADA π¨π¦.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
So there will be an election, a fair election? If you wait to find out, then you'll find out
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Mine too. That's for sure
Northcandor ππ¨π¦ ELBOWS UP β€οΈπ¨π¦πͺ (@northcandor.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Weβre not getting through this without impact or sacrifice. But perseverance will. We have the best minds leading our country, we Canadians have to stay strong. And spend our money supporting Canada and ally countries. That no longer includes the US.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
This economic war which trump is waging on the world and Canada is difficult but must be resisted. No one said it would be without pain but the gov't is working to diversify our trade. And we all need to do our part. And, don't travel to the US #ElbowsUp #BuyCanadian www.cbc.ca/news/busines...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
The traitor to Canada who once helped organize early convoy protests is now wanted on a Canada-wide warrant. James Bauder is seeking asylum in the U.S., Convoy organizer seeking asylum in United States | CBC.ca share.google/QzrUXQQGPcRe...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Peterson believes the shark was likely a juvenile and estimated it to be about three metres long. "We just sat on the bottom on our knees and just let the shark come up and sniff us "This is his home. This is not ours." www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
This will cause pain and hardship and will put American businesses out of business. If Americans can find the item they want, it's going to be more expensive www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah. Only if absolutely necessary travel to the US. Funeral, wedding but otherwise not recommended
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released new data showing a sharp rise in electronic device searches at border crossings. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Neil Young - Big Crime in DC youtu.be/Fql4JKFvbkg
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
You're absolutely right. It's such a basic thing. Executives in their offices don't bring paper to work. The company supplies their laptop but we can't provide basic supplies to kids
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Teachers should NOT have to provide supplies for their classrooms. Period. The board should provide all supplies
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Sending packages to the US from Canada, expect it to cost more, take longer, and be a hassle. With the U.S. de minimis duty exemption soon to expire, Canada Post says that it will be on-boarding a third-party technology provider... www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
It is hard to change habits and once done it remains hard to return. Many will not return to previous buying habits, myself for instance. But if the slide to fascism is halted and he is gone, eventually the distaste would ease. Trump has done much harm that's for sure
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Who is he? Someone I've blocked lol. For being a worthless clickbait
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
And it's only getting worse
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
One of those multi party treaties but countries should realize that Russia signs in disappearing ink.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Russia doesn't abide by the treaty but they're actually going to pull out. When a door is closed, a window is opened and someone gets thrown out of it. Russia plans to withdraw from Europe's anti-torture treaty | Euronews share.google/3xYk5Z0D9v4R...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Extremely worthwhile and important subject which deserves our support. Too many suffer from long covid and with vaccination rates going down this will get worse
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Apparently the attempted prosecution was all baloney, no bun
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes please π¨π¦πͺπΊ
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
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Keith Muise (@keithmuise.bsky.social) reposted
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DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
With visiting, I think some people booked early and didn't want to cancel. Hopefully it will now get better with fall. Now, no proper excuse
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson says the federal government's new major projects office will launch this week, a key element in Ottawa's push to spur companies into building new large-scale infrastructure. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Unfortunately these results just might mean he needs more troops on the streets now. He's not going quietly or willingly and won't change his policies based on these polls.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
I don't get why kids do such obviously bad things to their health but also such bizarre bad things. Most kids don't even like coffee.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Kinder eggs are banned still, but guns not so much Are Kinder Surprise Eggs Still Banned In The US? share.google/UrvhajpWbHSC...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
That's ..? I mean, come on
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
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DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Not right now but many Canadians have family there , as I do. But there's no way right now. It's depressing
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Canada is leading the U.K. and France in boycotting American goods due to Trumpβs tariffs And - Statistics Canada reports that Canadian trips to the U.S. are down by 28.7 per cent from last year. theconversation.com/canada-is-le...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes please π¨π¦
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
A data center downtown isn't needed. It could be many places, but affordable housing would be great downtown
Stan π¨π¦π» (@saltystan.bsky.social) reposted
He always lies! He is programmed to only tell lies!
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Rereading my response, I'm not sure that came out right. I meant that my American sister also voted for Kamala. There were many, for sure.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes indeed. Such a depressing situation. My sister for one. We understand but we need to guard against those others
A Page in your life ππ (@sailorgirl2017.bsky.social) reposted
Anyone who thinks these threats are a joke is either ignorant, a moron, or not paying attention. www.cbc.ca/news/world/d...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
We need to be aware and watchful in Canada too . We all know what the trump cabal want from us #ElbowsUp
Paris Marx (@parismarx.com) reposted
How egregious do US violations of its supposed alliesβ sovereignty have to get for those allies to stop downplaying the shocking nature of its actions and tell it to take a hike?
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
But I'd be happy to understand this particular one. Perhaps I'm wrong.
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Today's diaspora crisis? But without naming what it is. I'm not aware of a crisis of a scale to call other than that which apparently can't be named
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Getting so bad so fast. Ugh
π¨π¦π¨π¦ Proud Canadian π¨π¦π¨π¦ (@beppil007.bsky.social) reposted
www.axios.com/2025/08/27/f... As if Canadians didnβt need another reason to #BoycottUSA Whistleblowers put on leave after warning about the effects of cuts to FEMA, the climate change denialism, just in time for hurricane season. #BuyCanadian #TravelCanada
Anthony Michael Kreis (@anthonymkreis.bsky.social) reposted
GRAND JURY NULLIFICATION! Prosecutors Fail to Secure Indictment Against Man Who Threw Sandwich at Federal Agent www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/u...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
At least 25 countries have decided to suspend package deliveries to the United States, as concern grows over the impact of U.S. President Donald Trumpβs looming tariffs, a UN body said Tuesday. www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Dare to criticize the country of Israel and beware of being accused of anti-Semitism The country of Israel, not the faith, is committing immoral actions. To say this is not anti-Semitism. To not call this out could be considered to condone such actions
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
I pointed out that the people and the country are NOT the same That's actually the opposite of being antisemitic It is perfectly valid and required to call out the illegal and immoral actions of the country but you seem to be afraid to do so. That's unfortunate given your position of influence
Mary Fernando M.D. π¨π¦ (@maryfernando.bsky.social) reposted
Convo in the wild: Is your account political? Me: not intentionallyβ¦ As a doctor, vaccination was a given until it suddenly became βpoliticalβ As a Canadian, having an independent country was a given, until it suddenly became βpoliticalβ #WeirdTimeline
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Sorry but I don't understand. Israel for instance is a country not a people as I see it. The people haven't been committing genocide but the country has been. What crisis? The failure to accommodate your neighbours? Or the continued occupation of the west bank I sure hope it can't get worse
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social)
Wow. What a special experience. A group of friends and family enjoying a day on the water off the west coast of B.C.βs Gambier Island got an unforgettable surprise when a pod of orcas swam directly towards them. www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
Black Cloud Six (@blackcloudsix.bsky.social) reposted
Iβm back after five weeks away and have thoughtsβ¦ open.substack.com/pub/blackclo...
Save the CBC π¨π¦βοΈ (@savethecbc.bsky.social) reposted
Pierre Poilievre: all snark, no solutions π 50% of Canadians say theyβd be ashamed to call him PM. β Lost his Ontario seat, crawled back in through a safe Alberta riding. π₯ On Trumpβs tariffs, he offers slogans β Carney delivers strategy to protect jobs & keep talks alive. CBC cuts through the spin
DaveN π¨π¦ (@davenlsn.bsky.social) reply parent
Trump is such an idiot