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alex 🎃 @faintingincoils.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Heads up #beer drinkers in #BC — you might not want to give #Sooke Brewing Company your money. Check out the 1-star Google reviews. (via r/VictoriaBC) Please spread the word if you care about Truth and Reconciliation and standing up against anti-Indigenous racism.

cheersannkennedy › D Canadian

Threads 2h

* Community champion

John Adair, owner of Sooke Brewing Company, wore a "Show Me the Evidence" shirt at work on September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

The evidence of children who died at residential schools is well documented in survivor testimony, school records, school cemeteries and the Truth and
Reconciliation Commission's final report.

He chose to wear that shirt at his business on that day. Choices have consequences.
I've included the Google Review link below

Photo of a man wearing a T-shirt that
says SHOW ME THE EVIDENCE

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Andrea Woo @andreawoo.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

* timeline cleanse * Please enjoy this adorable CBC video of a preschool class in Baltimore taking an imaginary trip to Canada 🥹🇨🇦

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This is peak political humour, bringing in both politics, personality and hollywood. 😆

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Matt Bors @mattbors.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It was exactly ten years ago today, on my 33rd birthday, that I posted this comic online.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Well, this got me 100% correct! Also, explained why I switch between dinner and supper (parent from manitoba, but I grew up in BC).

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Goddammit! This is too much in one week.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I was not emotionally ready to come online after walking the dog to this news. You will be missed Dolly, you brought so much light into the world.

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Arrogant Worms @arrogantworms.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

In support of Lake Ontario we have made our song I AM NOT AMERICAN available as a free download. Thank you for your attention to this matter. arrogantworms1.bandcamp.com/track/i-am-n...

arrogantworms1.bandcamp.com

I Am Not American, by Arrogant Worms

from the album Toast

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Canadian History Ehx @cdnhistoryehx.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Before Europeans arrived, these were some of the names for The Great Lakes: Superior: gichi-gami (great sea) Erie: erielhonan (long tail) Michigan: michigami (long body of water) Ontario: Ontarí'io\kanadario (great lake\beautiful water) Huron: karegnondi (fresh water sea)

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Just 'cause it's on the shelves, doesn't mean you have to buy it.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It's been years since I read the Redwall series! Now I want to go and read through the whole thing again to see if I can glean similar insights!

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Kinda jealous of the amazing dreams @swilua.bsky.social has. Mostly I have dreams about people yelling at me. That might have something to do with stress though...

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Booo! Guess I'm not going to going to Tim Horton's again.

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T. Ryan Gregory 🇨🇦 @tryangregory.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Reminder that Carney has cut funding for Natural Resources Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Indigenous and Northern Affairs, and Indigenous Services. And he has rolled back climate protections, abandoned emissions targets, and is building more pipelines.

Carney:

"The wildfire situation has escalated significantly over the last three weeks across the country, and particularly in Northwestern Ontario.

Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate their communities, not knowing if their homes will survive.

On behalf of Canadians, I want to thank the brave firefighters, first responders, Indigenous and local leaders who are working tirelessly to keep people safe.

Our government is in close contact with provincial, municipal, and Indigenous partners and stands ready to provide any additional support as needed."

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Janel Comeau 🍁 @verybadllama.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

twas the night before Canada Day and all through the land the people were listening to RUSH and The Band ketchup chips and toast crumbs are set out with care in hopes a House Hippo soon will be there

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mean things I say to myself @meantomyself.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Old enough to recognize this as a data center

Lockable floppy disk holder from the late 20th century

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Teresa Heffernan @tjheffernan.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Canadian government...plans for getting off the list?

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Steffani Cameron 🇨🇦 @snarkysteff.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

WHY ARE CANADIANS SO MAD ABOUT THIS? Imagine that whatever you consider USA’s ‘one true sport’ is — in Canada, without question, it is HOCKEY — and that YOUR WHOLE LIFE, it was free to watch on PBS, but now, in recent years, one of the country’s richest families bought all its broadcast rights.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

This is a loss for Canada as a whole. It sounds ridiculous, but hockey brings people together, no matter what team you follow. You can go anywhere in Canada - coast to coast to coast - and start up a conversation with most anyone about hockey.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Leave the Peace River alone! It's already got three dams on it! Give it a dam break!

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Ooof... This feels like a gut punch today. Same Melville, same.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

I am now going to make it my goal to visit it at least once this summer. It's the closest I'll ever get to my dream job of driving a library bookmobile.

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Emily Lowan (she/her) @emilylowan.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

We all agree — AI corporations need to be regulated. 71% of British Columbians are opposed to AI data centres. They threaten our water supply, our energy and jobs.

MUST CANADIANS WANT AI ** REGULATON
68%
say government must heavily regulate Al, even if it slows development
74%
doubt any government can keep pace with Al
68%
would oppose a large Al data centre near their home
79%
support taxing companies that replace workers with Al

MUST CANADIANS CALL FOR
AI REGULATION
Should governments heavily regulate Al, even if it slows development?

Total of 68% across political spectrum

MOST CANADIANS REJECT DATA CENTRES

Would you support or oppose a large Al data centre within a few blocks of where you live?

Most provinces show an overhelming majority, high 60's & low 70 %

MOST CANADIANS SAY AT IS OUTPACING GOVERNMENT
Can governments regulate Al fast enough to keep pace?
74% say no government can keep pace, 14% say governments are capable, 12% not sure

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

I didn't know I needed this in my life till now.

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

But what is it's name?! I can't seem to find a common or scientific name for this fella in any of the articles!

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Pause AI in BC Schools @aicaution.ca · 25/05/2026

Are you a teacher, professor, educator in BC? We would love to hear about your experiences of AI in education. Is it pushed by leaders? Ade students reliant on it? Do you find it useful? DM or email us at contact@aicaution.ca

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Tim Ford @timfordwrites.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

More tiny fren news pls

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

I love our weird little corner of the world. 😊

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

When you see it, must watch and repost, them's the internet rules.

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👻madeline bOoOoOoOodent👻 @oldenoughtosay.com · 07/05/2026

I believe trans and non binary and intersex folk deserve the same rights and privileges and freedoms that cis folk are granted and that is a statement which the US government takes personally

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Ash of the Island @ashoftheisland.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Love it! It's a great listen on a sunny day! :D

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Protecting kids is a necessary and crucial step, but serious risks remain for adults, as well. The A.I. industry requires far stronger regulation from things like: - mis- and dis-information - A.I.-driven psychological harms - intimate image abuse & A.I. generated deepfakes - copyright & privacy

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Scott Robertson @sarobertson.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

NDP Leader Avi Lewis calls on the Liberal government to ban algorithmic pricing

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Caleb Snodgrass @crsnod.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

A Peanut butter and honey sandwich is superior to peanut butter and jelly.

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Emily Lowan (she/her) @emilylowan.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The people of Iran pose no threat to the United States — this has always been an oil war at the behest of the 1%. Now, Trump is threatening genocide over it. Where is the leadership from Carney to denounce this illegal war? Where is the pressure from provincial leaders?

Donald J. Trump
@realDonaldTrump
A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don't want that to happen, but it probably will. However, now that we have Complete and Total Regime Change, where different, smarter, and less radicalized minds prevail, maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS? We will find out tonight, one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World. 47 years of extortion, corruption, and death, will finally end. God Bless the Great People of Iran!

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Avi Lewis @avilewis.ca · 07/04/2026

The President of the United States is openly threatening to commit genocide against 90 million people. Prime Minister Carney: if there was ever a moment to denounce this illegal war, withdraw your support, and call for accountability for war crimes—it’s now.

Screenshot of a post from Donald Trump: A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don't want that to happen, but it probably will. However, now that we have Complete and Total Regime Change, where different, smarter, and less radicalized minds prevail, maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS? We will find out tonight, one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World. 47 years of extortion, corruption, and death, will finally end. God Bless the Great People of Iran!

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Eric Haywood @erichaywood.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The Moon: oh wow you guys decided to come back Artemis II crew: earth’s haunted

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Scientific American @sciam.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

🚀 🌔 NASA is planning to launch Artemis II to the moon in just seven hours! Here's your quick guide to the mission--read more at www.scientificamerican.com/report/nasa-...

Headline: NASA astronauts are counting down to the Artemis II moon launch. Displayed over a photo of four people in bright orange space suits.

At bottom, an image of the Artemis II rocket on the launch pad. Text above it reads:
NASA is targeting April 1 to launch Artemis II, sending four astronauts on a mission around the moon that will help shape its future lunar exploration plans.
If it proceeds, the flight would mark the first time humans travel beyond Earth orbit in more than 50 years, since Apollo 17 in 1972.
The mission will use the Space Launch System rocket and Orion crew capsule, though both have faced multiple delays this year due to issues discovered during testing.

Portraits of each of the Artemis II astronauts: NASA's Reid Wiseman, commander; NASA's Victor Glover, pilot; NASA's Christina Koch, mission specialist; and Canada's Jeremy Hansen, mission specialist.
Text above reads: Artemis II will carry three NASA astronauts and one Canadian astronaut on a 10-day mission that could take them farther into space than any humans have gone before.

At top, a diagram showing the Artemis II mission's flight path. Text reads:
The mission will test critical systems, conduct medical and scientific experiments, and enable observation of the moon's far side.
While satellites and some Apollo missions have captured parts of the far side, the crew may see areas of the lunar surface never before viewed by humans.
Artemis II will also help validate technology for future missions, including Artemis III and a planned moon landing during Artemis IV, and support NASA's long-term goal of establishing a sustained human presence on the moon.

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Trans Chair & Archives @transchair.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ Happy Trans Day of Visibility! 🏳️‍⚧️ Today and every day, we celebrate our Trans+ siblings—not only for their visibility, but for their leadership, brilliance, and the ways they shape our world for the better. #tdov #trans #uvic #yyj #transdayofvisibility

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Derek Van Dyke @derekvandyke.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Tomorrow is an excellent day to pick up and read the first book in a series about wizards and witches and magic and the intrigue and machinations of a magical world with a disproportionately important magical school. That's right, I'm talking about The Colour of Magic, the first Discworld book.

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Parker Hardison @parkerhardison.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

This is a model used in Canada to degrade and privatize our public services as well.

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Hey guys I know it's really hard to be conscious of your health right now, so please remember that after every hour muttering "wtf" while scrolling on your phone you should stand up and banshee scream for at least 5 minutes to stretch out your lower back

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