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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.ca · 17/09/2026

I've updated Regional and Mayoral candidates, it seems several had changed their contact info with elections clerks since the candidate lists were certified. More updates coming soon. poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Ele... #WRpoli #WaterlooRegion #MunicipalElection #Election2026

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2026 Region of Waterloo Municipal Elections - Candidates for all jurisdictions in Waterloo Region

Datetime: 2026-09-17T01:08:39 2026 Region of Waterloo Municipal Elections - Candidates for all jurisdictions in Waterloo Region

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kat 🌻 @kataclyst.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thanks. I’ll try to connect with them on mastodon.

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scruss @scruss.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

@bobjonkman.ca very likely knows who they are ...

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kat 🌻 @kataclyst.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I don’t think I know a lot of #KW folks on here, but who are the Kitchener anti data centre candidates?

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Phil @philmarfisi.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The Ford government caused a governance crisis in Waterloo Region by forcing Regional Council to sign NDAs over the Wilmot land assembly, and eviscerated the countryside line that had protected prime agricultural land for decades. Their "concern" for farmland affected by Alto is a complete sham.

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CivicTechWR @civictechwr.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Come test community projects for public good being built in your city 👀 Accessible Housing Bridge Eviction Prevention LoMo Waterloo Region Votes Swing by our Hacknight, give feedback, help us build better. All backgrounds welcome. 📍 165 King St W, Kitchener · Wed 6-8pm 🔗 luma.com/a7rx4kxq

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CivicTechWR Hacknight User Testing Edition! · Luma

CivicTechWR is a community group that brings together people from different sectors and backgrounds to actively solve civic challenges in our local community…

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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy · 03/07/2026

Lots of updates to #WaterlooRegion's municipal candidate info! poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Electi… It's just over two months into the campaign with less than two months to the close of candidate registrations (21 August). I'm a bit alarmed at how many […]

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Shantell Powell @shanmonster.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Just withdrew my top-5 finalist story from a climate fiction contest on account of them using AI art. What a rollercoaster ride that was. Gotta stick to my principles.

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Radio Waterloo CKMS-FM 102.7 @radiowaterloo.ca · 10/06/2026

Reminder that the job posting for two part-time journalists for CKMS-FM @RadioWaterloo.ca closes this Friday 12 June 2026. Submit your applications to news@radiowaterloo.ca See radiowaterloo.ca/job-posting-... #RadioWaterloo #CommunityRadio #Journalism #Job #JobSearch #Kitchener #Waterloo

Organisation: Radio Waterloo Inc. (CKMS-FM 102.7)
Job Title: Part Time Journalist (2 positions)
Term: June 2026 to March 2027.
Compensation: $30.65/hour

The Radio Waterloo newsroom is looking for two dynamic journalists who care about local journalism and local issues. The positions are funded by a grant from the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI), through the Community Radio Fund of Canada (CRFC).

The focus for news stories is primarily in Kitchener and Waterloo; other communities covered are Cambridge, North Dumfries, Wilmot, Wellesley, Woolwich, and Guelph. Stories will centre on social issues such as housing, homelessness, poverty, mental health, the war on drugs, and social activism. There will be a focus on the municipal election from August to October.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Produce 10 to 25 minute audio pieces with interviews, and analysis, edited for radio broadcast.
- Provide a photo or illustration for each piece, self-created or using a permissible license.
- Write a synopsis of these stories for publication on the Radio Waterloo website, and the CRFC website, Frequency News.

Qualifications:
- Ability to critically assess potential news stories and interviews ethically and efficiently.
- Journalism training/experience and documentary production experience are assets.
- Self-motivated and willing to initiate and complete projects.
- Familiarity with issues of homelessness, poverty, and drug use are assets.

Position 1: 20 hours/week. Produce at least two pieces each week.
Position 2: 10 hours/week. Produce at least one piece each week.
How to apply: Send your resume/CV and a brief cover letter to news@radiowaterloo.ca by Friday 12 June 2026.

More info: https://radiowaterloo.ca/job-posting-journalists-for-the-radio-waterloo-newsroom/

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Ness 🎃🇨🇦 @vriccithode.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

i've been shit about promoting this but you can get the dragon next door as an audiobook! not on audible or spotify, but you can pick it up most other places! ✨including libraries✨ disaster queers raising a baby dragon now available for your listening pleasure! #booksky 🌈📚️ books2read.com/u/bpVEQ6

More shitty graphics, this time with the cover for The Dragon Next Door and some audio icons. White text reads: Tollar’s got a stolen dragon egg and that's the least of her problems! Now available in audio!! Available in many places! Narrated by me! Sorry about the Canadian accent, eh! Art by @leeshahannigan

Dark grey text on a beige background that reads: Get it at the library! Did you know you can ask your library to purchase books?
Free for you! Authors still get paid! Others get to read it as well! Support libraries! With a print mockup of The Dragon Next Door on a wooden shelf.

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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy · 19/05/2026

Hi FediPoliFolks! As there will be another municipal election in Ontario I've begun to gather candidate info for my local municipalities. Since I'm no longer on those commercial socialmedias, feel free to share in all the places where I'm not. And do let me know of corrections, omissions, or […]

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Radio Waterloo CKMS-FM 102.7 @radiowaterloo.ca · 02/06/2025

At 11am the CKMS #CommunityConnections show will be guest-hosted by students from St. Mary High School! Listen to the radio at CKMS-FM 102.7 @RadioWaterloo.ca, online at radiowaterloo.ca/listen, or YouTube Live: youtu.be/b8-PvE1ITPY

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Listen Live | CKMS 102.7 FM – Radio Waterloo

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Cycle Waterloo Region @cyclewr.ca · 11/05/2025

Spring Update ▶️AGM May 29th ▶️Lots of rides & events coming up ▶️Get ready for June Bike Month #activetransportation Read the full newsletter here: preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webvi...

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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.ca · 25/03/2025

I'm once again gathering contact info and the social media presence of all candidates in #WaterlooRegion. Please let me know of any errors or omissions! poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Ele... #WRpoli #CDNpoli #CanPoli #CanadianElection2025

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2025 Federal Election - Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Datetime: 2025-03-25T00:26:15 2025 Federal Election - Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Green Party of Canada | Parti Vert du Canada @canadiangreens.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Paul Manly is back as the Green Party candidate for Nanaimo-Ladysmith! A former Green Party MP and Nanaimo City Councillor, he championed climate action, affordable housing, and social justice. Now, he’s ready to fight for Nanaimo-Ladysmith again 🟢

Poster featuring Paul Manly, Green Party candidate for Nanaimo—Ladysmith. He is smiling and wearing a navy blue suit with a white shirt. The background is dark green and white, with a green circle in the upper left corner containing the bilingual text 'Elect / Élire.' His name and riding is prominently displayed in large white text on a green banner at the bottom

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Green Party of Canada | Parti Vert du Canada @canadiangreens.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Paul Manly est de retour comme candidat du Parti vert à Nanaimo-Ladysmith. Ancien député et conseiller municipal, il défend le climat, le logement abordable et la justice sociale. Il est prêt à se battre à nouveau pour les Verts. 🟢

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Mike McCulloch 🇨🇦 @vancitymike.com · 25/03/2025

Great trailer for this important and exciting film - written and directed by the talented @kierjunos.bsky.social and hosted by some other guy.

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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy · 13/03/2025

Nice to see Radio Waterloo's Bluesky account bridged to the #Fediverse! @radiowaterloo.ca New website posts are supposed to show up automatically, but that first one didn't quite come in as expected. And they'll be back at their own instance @radiowwaterloo.ca@radiowaterloo.ca as soon as […]

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Melissa Bowman @dtkmelissa.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

"A mountain of research has shown that parents and caregivers are among those who suffer the most when cities fail to keep their sidewalks in good order, and that those caregivers are disproportionately women." #SnowbilityWR

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The Deadly Cost of Unplowed Sidewalks in Winter — Streetsblog USA

A mother was killed and her toddler critically injured when an icy sidewalk forced them into the street — and into the path of a driver. Some say better policy could have prevented the tragedy.

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David Alton @ourjoymovement.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Please come to this forum on building community power. Event details and registration here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/cutting-th...

Community power forum Feb 21 7-9 at (23 water Street)

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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.ca · 21/02/2025

I think Radio Waterloo may have them beat. I played most of the track on Friday, as soon as the album was released: radiowaterloo.ca/dev/libretim... (gotta get Radio Waterloo on this Blue Sky thing)

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Track List History - Radio Waterloo

View past track lists for CKMS-FM 102.7 Radio Waterloo

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Cycle Waterloo Region @cyclewr.ca · 08/02/2025

Join the Winter Bike to Work Day organized by the City of Kitchener, on Feb 14th at 7:30am. The ride makes use of protected bike lanes, making it comfortable for those new to winter cycling. The ride starts at Otto St, in front of Centre in the Square and ends at Cafe Pyrus on King St.

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