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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

This weekend I was in Kelowna BC and somehow ended up in South Pandosy. This neighborhood looks so good that it reminded me of some neighborhoods in Stockholm and Malmo. I hope this catches on in Canada. Somehow I forgot to take a picture 😅

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 19/03/2026

As @acoyne.bsky.social writes in The Globe and Mail, minority governments often deliver more legitimate, negotiated outcomes. So why do we keep producing false majority governments with less than 40% of the vote? Proportional representation would make cooperation the norm.

Screenshot of a The Globe and Mail opinion article by Andrew Coyne titled “A minority government is best suited to manage Canada in a crisis.” Below the headline is a photo of politicians in the House of Commons, with one speaking and another seated behind him. The visible text argues that majority governments often do not represent a true majority of voters, noting recent governments formed with less than 40% support. It states that minority governments have produced important policy achievements because legislation must be negotiated rather than imposed, leading to more durable, broadly supported outcomes.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

@pinkythumb.bsky.social yo, I had so much joy watching your video about our city's transit. I wish more people in KW realized how good we have it so that we can continue building on top of it. youtu.be/XsUnaTH65qU?...

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FIRST TIME IN KITCHENER-WATERLOO! (ION LRT)

YouTube video by PinkyThumb

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Michael Druker 🇨🇦 @mdruker.app · 27/02/2026

Mr. @mark-carney.bsky.social, I humbly offer One Weird Trick for building sovereign AI capabilities

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

The city of Kitchener did an amazing job cleaning up the bike lanes today after getting about 10cm of snow last night. I was ready for a treacherous ride, but I was pleasantly surprised. I didn't have to dismount once :)

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

I just signed this official petition for Electoral Reform www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

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Petition e-6993 - Petitions

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Happy to be taking the first ever weekend GO train from Kitchener to Toronto!

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Fair Vote Canada 🗳️🍁 @fairvote.ca · 18/11/2025

Canada keeps getting budgets shaped by governments that win less than half the vote. When whole regions are shut out, national priorities get skewed. Proportional representation means every region and every voter would help drive the budget, not only areas with a government MP.

A graphic with a photo of the House of Commons at the top. In the photo, three government MPs in suits stand at their desks clapping while other MPs sit or stand behind them. The green benches and wood interior of the chamber are visible. Below the photo, bold red text asks whether the federal budget reflects the interests of Canadians. Further text explains that first past the post concentrates power in a few regions and that proportional representation would create governments supported by a majority of voters and MPs from every region.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

If @morricemike.bsky.social had gotten his seat, the Green Party would be in such a great position to negotiate right now 🥲 @elizabethemay.bsky.social is doing a great job nonetheless

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Michael Druker 🇨🇦 @mdruker.app · 18/07/2025

Mr. @mark-carney.bsky.social, the people of Canada yearn for rapidly implemented nation-building high speed rail, will you hear us?

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

I updated the blog post with a picture I took yesterday. Notice how bike rack design matters cyclewr.ca/2025/07/08/g...

A sun-drenched parking lot at either dawn or dusk, with a long metal bike rack in the foreground. The section of the rack featuring an inverted-U design is crowded with numerous bicycles, while the simpler wave-style section to the right has only three bikes. Parked cars and a modern building are visible in the background against a clear sky.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Planning a trip to Montreal this month... It's so sad that choosing a train is almost 4 times more expensive (for 2 people), compared to driving (including parking) 😭

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

I gotta say... I won't miss having to craft bash one-liners to achieve simple things... I can just ask Gemini in a couple of sentences g.co/gemini/share...

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‎Gemini - Rename Files with Bash Command

Created with Gemini

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Melissa Bowman @dtkmelissa.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

"Public transit won’t solve every problem overnight, but it’s a powerful tool for building a region that works better for everyone. For me, it’s made life simpler, more affordable, and more grounded. And for the Waterloo Region, it’s part of a cleaner, smarter, and more connected future." #WatReg

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Life with the LRT: A Student’s Perspective on Transit and Transformation in the Waterloo Region - ClimateActionWR

Written by: Amy Lacey When the ION Light Rail Transit launched in 2019, I know it faced a lot of skepticism. Many people, like myself, who have lived in the KW area their whole lives had gotten used t...

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Tell the city of Kitchener that you want them in BlueSky! www.engagewr.ca/digitalkitch... (Although, there is a bug in the survey, which I just reported, maybe wait to see if they fix it)

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Digital Kitchener Strategy Review

Have a say in Kitchener’s digital future

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Cycle Waterloo Region @cyclewr.ca · 10/06/2025

Join a fun-filled evening as we take over the streets of downtown Kitchener with colour, community, and celebration! This casual ride will start at Kitchener Market on Wed, Jun 11th 🕐 7:00pm- 8:30pm. Hosted by the City of Kitchener and Spectrum and Camino Well-Being.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

On my recent trip to Scandinavia I tried to use everything but a car. I got to be on intercity trains, metros, buses, trams, ferries, a bike, an e-bike and a kayak. I also walked many tens of kilometers. I had to take one cab to the airport, because transit didn't run at 4am 🥲 But it was electric.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

The amount of bike lanes (and cyclists) I'm finding in Malmo and Stockholm is astonishing. Don't tell me these aren't winter cities.

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Cheryl in Nova Scotia 🇨🇦🍁🍁 @minibubbly.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Told ya ⤵️ While the federal govt & cities across #Canada are making strides on expanding the housing supply, the provinces still need to get serious about building quality homes, a new report released #Provincial govts bottlenecking homebuilding, ‘report card’ says www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...

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Provincial governments bottlenecking homebuilding, ‘report card’ says

While the federal government and cities across Canada are making strides on expanding the housing supply, the provinces still need to get serious about building quality homes, a new report released Th...

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I just stumbled upon this documentary about Pat Brown, the founder of Impossible Foods. Truly inspiring person. youtu.be/HkZe6HeIbkE?... #agriculture #climate

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The Genius Behind The Plant-Based Impossible Burger | WILD HOPE

YouTube video by Nature on PBS

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 11/05/2025

Ages 0-4 are the most important, emotionally & intellectually, in human development. Yet, in the US, we have a very high rate of childhood poverty and a broken child care system. Congratulations to New Mexico for leading the way forward for high quality, free child care. Other states must follow.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

The pedestrian/cycling bridge is up on Google Maps now :) #kitchener

A screenshot of Google Maps showing walking directions using the pedestrian bridge over Highway 7/8

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Elizabeth May @elizabethemay.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Congratulations to the world's Catholics on the election of their new pope, a Cardinal from Chicago Robert Prevost who served for decades in Peru.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

This would be wonderful! Thanks @tritag.ca for advocating for these changes!

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

"Now with a woman doing 9b+, it means we are closing the gap between men and women. This proves we women can climb as hard as men." Brooke and Janja are so inspiring. It would be awesome to see a combined comp.

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Mike Morrice @morricemike.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Between transition meetings these last few days, I’ve been responding to requests to share about the impact of Monday’s election with national and local media. Find the CityNews Kitchener article and CBC Radio 1’s As It Happens episode here: linktr.ee/morricemike

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Elizabeth May @elizabethemay.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

My dear @morricemike.bsky.social - you have been a beacon for so many. Not only in #KitchenerCentre, but across Canada. You are a community champion who exemplifies kindness, empathy and a passion to serve the public. Thank you for your leadership on so many issues...

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

I hope @mark-carney.bsky.social can see that we won't be able to have a Liberal government ~forever The best way to keep their Liberal base represented once a different party inevitably wins? Proportional representation.

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Michael Druker 🇨🇦 @mdruker.app · 29/04/2025

Just a simple post to thank @morricemike.bsky.social for having been a fantastic, hard-working, engaged, and empathetic MP and candidate. It’s a huge loss for Kitchener Centre. I’m sure there will be other opportunities for community leadership and I, for one, will continue to be a big supporter!

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Great to see car enthusiasts raising awareness of the dangers of today's trucks. Be safe out there! youtube.com/watch?v=I-Hq...

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Why Are Trucks So Big?

YouTube video by Donut

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Cycle Waterloo Region @cyclewr.ca · 14/04/2025

Join KPL's Book&Bike on Wednesday 16th at 6PM for a beginner friendly ride loop from the Central Library, with time to socialize and discuss your latest reads 📚🚴 kpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=157...

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

TBH, it's kind of easy to canvas for @morricemike.bsky.social. As soon as people hear his name, they're ready to express their support. l'm so glad to live in Kitchener Centre 💚

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

Brooke Raboutou has made history in rock climbing, being the first female to climb the second highest grade that currently exists. What a great sportswoman! I'm excited for the future of climbing youtu.be/2rk78RAY4xg?...

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Brooke Raboutou climbs Excalibur 9b+!

YouTube video by UKClimbing

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Dr. Mike P. Moffatt @mikepmoffatt.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Absolutely bananas! The City of Ottawa's draft zoning bylaw has height limits that are lower inside the City's greenbelt than outside. In other words, the neighbourhoods where density would be the most helpful have the most restrictions. Read here: ottawacitizen.com/op...

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Burggraaf: Building heights should be uniform for new housing across the city

The proposed zoning bylaw has 2 sets of rules: one for inside the greenbelt, one for outside. Ottawa won't reach its housing goals that way.

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Aldo Culquicondor 🍁 @acondor.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

The vote in Kitchener Centre is Green 🟢

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