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Your London, Ontario City Councillor for Ward 13 #LdnOnt | #Ward13 Link Tree: linktr.ee/LdnOntWard13

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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 3h
The application form for the Boards & Commissions is live on the City of London website & available for individuals to apply Residents of #LdnOnt who are at least 18 years of age are invited to complete the application form no later than November 4 Learn more: london.ca/government/c...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Today is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Gender Diverse People. In Canada, these populations are murdered, abused, or disappear at shockingly high rates My thoughts are with those in mourning Learn more: publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.8...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Artist Spotlight: Today, we are featuring local artist Kevin Bice Kevin creates amazing works involving a wide variety of subjects in oil paint, charcoal, india ink, soft pastel & watercolour He works both on location & in his studio right here in #LdnOnt Learn more about Kevin: www.kevinbice.com
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
The @londonfoodbank.bsky.social kicked off its 38th annual Thanksgiving donation drive today in #LdnOnt, with its directors reflecting on four decades of community support as more Londoners than ever have been turning to the organization for help Learn more: www.londonfoodbank.ca
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London Food Bank
Helping a generous community share its food resources.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women & girls whose leadership, innovation, & determination have shaped Canada’s past, are driving change today, & are building a stronger future for everyone Learn more about remarkable Canadian women: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On this day of Truth & Reconciliation I encourage you to further educate yourself, & your friends & family regarding the steps you can personally take right here in #LdnOnt to be an active participant in the TRC of Canada's 94 calls to action Learn more: london.ca/national-day...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
A new Indigenous mural has been unveiled in the Parr Family Atrium in Thames Hall at Western University titled ‘Connection to Creation: Honouring the Anishinaabe Story of Turtle Island’ created by Saugeen First Nation Indigenous artist Jeanette Ladd Learn more: www.uwo.ca/events/2026/...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Housing First, Hope Always This September, LondonCares (LC) is spreading this message through public conversations focused on the shared goal of helping people move from homelessness toward housing & stability as quickly & sustainably as possible Learn more: londoncares.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thank you to The PATCH for inviting me to your Sunrise Ceremony this morning, held in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation A special thank you also to Elder Mary Lou Smoke for sharing your traditional teachings and guidance with us Learn more: nctr.ca/about/truth-...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Check out the free Truth & Reconciliation workshop tomorrow, hosted by Magpie's Collective Creations, upstairs in the kids section of the Covent Market from 11 AM to 3 PM Stop by the Covent Garden Market to participate in coloring beautiful, free colour cards created by local First Nations artists
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Check out the Punk Rock Flea Market (PRFM) this weekend on Dundas Place Through community-driven art installations, charitable initiatives, & partnerships with local organizations, PRFM provides a platform for small businesses to connect to the public Learn more: www.punkrockfleamarketlondon.com
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The City of #LdnOnt is excited to bring back the much-loved fall tradition of opening up City Hall from September 24 until October 25 and inviting Londoners to Fall in Love with the Forest City by enjoying the Fall colours from our top floor observation deck Learn more: london.ca/FallintheFor...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Thank you to the SoHo Community Association for including me in your Historical Exhibit Launch as part of Doors Open London last Saturday. The guided tour by Western Historians of the 10 new outdoor historical signs around Village SoHo was very interesting! I highly recommend checking them out!
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Pick up a free tree tomorrow for National Tree Day! The City of #LdnOnt is giving away over 2,000 trees for residents to plant at home Londoners can pick from different types of native trees while supplies last. There is a limit of 2 trees per vehicle Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/bra...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Thank you to the #LdnOnt Black Heritage Council for inviting me to your Family Fall Community Cookout last week. I appreciate the opportunity to help build community and celebrate the beginning of the Fall season through the sharing of delicious foods and fellowship.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Check out Museum London this Saturday during Doors Open London celebrations for their free annual Community Corn Roast with artist, writer, & gardener Ron Benner from 12:45 PM to 4 PM. Join Ron in celebrating the 21st anniversary of his outdoor photographic & garden installation, As the Crow Flies
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Important Notice for all Bus Riders & Drivers in #LdnOnt Express Route 90 has begun using a small, completed section of London’s first centre running bus lanes on Wellington Rd between Simcoe St & Grand Ave Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/fea...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Yesterday, the city of #LdnOnt celebrated the planting of the 200th tree at Village Soho along the pathway that connects to the Thames Valley Parkway These trees will stand as a living legacy of London’s bicentennial year Learn More: london.ca/newsroom/cit...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Congratulations to the SoHo Community Association on a successful “Get to Know Soho” Market yesterday. I had a great time chatting and connecting with community members. It's events like these that make #LdnOnt neighbourhoods such great places to live.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Thank you to the London Arts Council & LBMX for inviting me to share remarks at the opening ceremony of ExtravaBandza yesterday. I appreciate the opportunity to show my support for these amazing local talents! Learn more about other opportunities to uplift local talent in #LdnOnt www.londonarts.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Be sure to check out the Get to Know SoHo Market tomorrow, Sunday, September 13, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Meredith Park in #LdnOnt Join in on a celebration of local creativity, small businesses, & community spirit! Admission is free Learn more: soholondon.ca/events/the-g...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Check out the ExtravaBandza on Dundas St between Ridout & Talbot tomorrow from 12PM to 9PM There will be incredible live music, arts activities, dancing, karaoke, vendors, raffles, & more, presented by LBMX & the #LdnOnt Arts Council! Learn more: www.londonarts.ca/post/extrava...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Stompfest is back, bigger & more local than ever, thanks to Stompbox London. This local music & arts collective is dedicated to featuring & uplifting amazing musicians, artists & creatives across #LdnOnt Come join in on the community fun! Learn more: www.stompboxlondon.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Welcome home, Mustangs & Falcons! Moving to a new city & starting school at the same time can be difficult, but there are lots of tips & resources to help you feel right at home Get settled in #LdnOnt by learning about services & programs available through this article: london.ca/newsroom/wel...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Thank you to the Blackfriars Community Association for hosting another warm & welcoming Blackfriars Bridge Bash last weekend! It was great to spend some time connecting with the local community, checking out the great vendors, & exploring the amazing artwork displayed along the Blackfriars Bridge
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Thank you to the #LdnOnt & District Labour Council for hosting a Labour Day BBQ today Labour Day in #Canada has its roots in a 1872 printers’ strike. That event was a cornerstone in the changing relations between governments & workers Learn more: thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/o...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Catch up on everything happening in #Ward13 —from back-to-school safety & Doors Open London, to tariff protection programs & the new LTC Transit App. Read the latest newsletter through the link in my Linktree.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Check out the Blackfriars Bridge Bash tomorrow hosted on Blackfriars Bridge by the Blackfriars Neighbourhood Association from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM There will be games, activities, an art show, live music, vendors, & recent park improvements to explore. Learn more: london.ca/NeighbourhoodParkEvents
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Thank you to the Forest City Film Festival team for inviting me to your gathering yesterday I appreciate the opportunity to support a festival that brings together local & international filmmakers, artists & audiences, transforming #downtown #LdnOnt into a hub of culture & conversation Info: fcff.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
The return to school brings new routines for everyone. Be kind to fellow drivers, especially as students new to the city try to find their way. By planning ahead, slowing down & staying alert, we can help make London's streets safer for all road users. Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/sch...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Victoria Park is set to become even more welcoming with new LED lighting surrounding the concrete pad & the interior of the bandshell,along with a portable raised seating area that will feature railings & a wheelchair-accessible ramp to enhance community events Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/vic...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Congrats to Zahar Perfumes for celebrating their 1 year anniversary last month! This unique shop, at 187 Dundas St, allows customers to create their own custom perfumes. They also offer designer-inspired scents, signature blends & alcohol-free, water-based fragrances Learn more: www.zaharperfumes.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Thank you to the Regional HIV/AIDS Connection for inviting me to their International Overdose Awareness Day event earlier today I appreciate the opportunity to show my support for those in our community who are in need of harm reduction services Learn more: www.hivaidsconnection.ca/carepoint
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Thank you to Gord from Piccadilly Street for bringing neighbours of downtown #LdnOnt together for a warm & welcoming porch concert yesterday It was a great time celebrating International #PlayMusiconthePorchDay 2026 with everyone!
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Join in on a vibrant pop-up art series tomorrow in Market Lane (139 Dundas St.) on Dundas Place from 2PM to 4 PM called "All The Things Community". This free interactive art series will feature hands-on experiences inspired by local stories and culture.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Starting on September 3, Londoners will be able to file noise complaints directly through the city’s online Service London portal, instead of through the London police non-emergency phone line. Learn more: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Join the #LdnOnt Disc Golf Association tomorrow from 2-5PM in Harris Park (531 Ridout St N) for the next Disc Golf event Enjoy a fun, beginner-friendly intro to one of the fastest growing sports Try your hand at short & long throws with practice nets set up on site & learn from experienced members
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In response to riders asking for real time information & trip planning through an app, the LTC has partnered with Transit App for a 1 year pilot to offer riders full access to all the benefits that the app offers. Download the app today! Learn more: www.londontransit.ca/2026/08/20/t...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The Ontario government is immediately broadening eligibility for the Protect Ontario Financing Program to support workers and businesses targeted by the new U.S. tariffs Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
A City of #LdnOnt delegation met with provincial ministers & officials during the 2026 AMO Conference to advance key priorities focused on public safety, supporting housing & homelessness services, & advancing regional transportation & economic growth Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/cit...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Check out the Queer Intersections book club tomorrow at the Central @lpl.ca (251 Dundas St) in #LdnOnt from 7-8:30 PM This monthly reading social provides a space for Londoners to discuss books and stories featuring #2SLGBTQIA+ authors Register & find book: www.qxcanada.org/events-1
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 Age Friendly London Conference, inviting Londoners to connect, learn, & discover resources that support healthy aging in #LdnOnt This year’s conference takes place on October 14 at the Best Western Lamplighter Inn Learn more: london.ca/AFLConference
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Nominations are open for #LdnOnt's 1st Indigenous Business Recognition Award, launched by Nokee Kwe to spotlight local businesses, boost visibility & advance economic reconciliation Eligible businesses with at least 50% Indigenous ownership can be nominated until September 30 Learn more: nokeekwe.ca
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Check out tomorrow's City of Music concert in Market Lane (139 Dundas St) on Dundas Place from 7 PM to 10 PM A fun night awaits in #LdnOnt with performances from Kapitur, Hunter Gatherer, Willow Switch & Yeti on Horseback Learn more: www.londonmusicoffice.com/events/all-e...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Check out the Skate & Bounce Retro Roller skating party, hosted by OA(SIS), at the Covent Garden Market (130 King St) tomorrow from 5PM to 7 PM This free family-friendly event will feature special guest DJs, free admission & skate rentals. Please bring your own personal protective equipment & socks
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
For the first time in St. Thomas-Elgin County, more people are moving into housing than becoming homeless. “You know what the answer to homelessness is? Housing,” remarked St. Thomas Mayor Joe Preston. Read more: www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...
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More people in St. Thomas-Elgin leaving homelessness behind
St. Thomas and Elgin County say their efforts to end homelessness have reached a milestone. For the first time, more people are exiting homelessness than entering it.
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Check out the 8th annual Forest City Fusion Festival starting tomorrow at 5 PM & ending Saturday at 11 PM at the Covent Garden Market Rotary Square Admission is free for this celebration of local arts, global dance, live Latin music, & community culture Learn more: coventmarket.com/event/simple...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Outdoor Movie Nights are now running a little quieter & greener this summer thanks to the addition of two new battery-powered generators. The new units will help reduce emissions, eliminate noise & even make setup easier. Learn more: london.ca/newsroom/out...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Today is International Youth Day This year,the UN is recognizing that while youth face different national & local realities, their aspirations are very similar They seek dignity, opportunity, meaningful participation, quality work/education & sustainable futures Read more: www.un.org/en/observanc...
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David Ferreira @davidjferreira.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Bring your furry friends down to Dundas Place for a free pet photo today! Dear Pawtography by Debola Imagery invites pet owners & animal lovers for a free, fun “My Pet & I – Pet Portrait Pop-Up” experience at Market Lane (139 Dundas St) until 2PM Learn more: london.ca/living-londo...
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