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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Great news! Thank you to everyone who pulled this together, from city council, city staff, to MP Fuhr and his team Huge economic benefits for our residents and region. More important than ever to build out the transit connectivity and housing towards YLW www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna...

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Federal government commits $22.4 million for development of east lands at Kelowna International Airport

The federal government is making a major investment in the expansion of industrial and commercial land at Kelowna International Airport.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who said hi at the North Okanagan Labour Council forum. A great evening discussing housing, transportation, democracy accountability, public safety, and infrastructure.

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Marco Chitti @chittimarco.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It has been much easier at the municipal level though, were I had it much clearer which party was closer to my worldview on urban issues. Harder to feel the same when I look at provincial or federal politics, where my vote is cast mostly by "party whose worldview I dislike the least".

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Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Hey let’s fix this

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Keaton H @keaton-hawk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I love how the main takeaway of this video is that making cyclists yield to cars at intersections is ridiculous. Unfortunately Edmonton has this same rule and even installed yield signs on intersections that use elephant feet markings.

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Cycling Made Difficult (but it's getting better!)

YouTube video by Not Just Bikes

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Thanks to Global for this important coverage. I have noticed, already, a significant change with dialled-in voters. The timing is a significant challenge for local campaigns, who will bleed volunteers, and who fundraise without tax credits. globalnews.ca/video/120747...

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Impact of competing municipal and provincial elections in B.C. | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Impact of competing municipal and provincial elections in B.C. Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife.com · 19/09/2026

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This outcome highlighted a recurring challenge for urban transformation: politicians and planners often hear most from those who oppose change, not necessarily from those who stand to benefit from it. While opponents may be more organised, vocal and visible, they don’t represent the silent majority.

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Clara Jeffery @clarajeffery.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We just dropped a bombshell investigation into ChatGPT's role in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting. Incredible reporting from @markfollman.bsky.social that will have far-reaching effects...hopefully: www.motherjones.com/media/2026/0...

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ChatGPT helped the Tumbler Ridge school shooter focus on guns, tactics, and terror, our investigation reveals

OpenAI’s chatbot fed the shooter’s violent fantasies and planning up to the massacre.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Second Castanet debate starting now. Tune in online at Castanet.net

Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

@larsiusprime.bsky.social Great article from Lars, not just for the five-year retrospective, but for the updates that have gone on at the (US) state level and internationally. The fundamental lessons on not taxing productivity or property improvements in a productivity and housing crisis remain.

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Ben Vaught @benvaught.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It doesn’t make sense to me that a bill to build more homes “did nothing to improve affordability” but also investors are cutting rents because of all the new apartments tnledger.com/editorial/Ar...

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We are in a Provincial election now, and there’s nothing that can be done about it. In a way, I’m glad that Kelowna residents will have a say on Provincial issues like health care, education and school construction, care homes, and complex needs medical treatment for mental health and additions.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Two other candidates and I did a collab on the need for better transit on the core downtown to airport route. Brady took a scooter, Trevor took transit, and I got the short straw to drive. www.instagram.com/reel/DdphLR6... Very important to improve speed and frequency on key routes.

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Spokane Rising @spokanerising.com · 18/09/2026

I’m an “abundance type” and I absolutely and enthusiastically embrace Zohran’s approach. He is the State Capacity Progressive we desperately need right now.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

AMA is almost two hours in, if anyone wants to come ask a question, I think I will go until 7 or so. www.reddit.com/r/kelowna/s/...

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From the kelowna community on Reddit: Davis Kyle - Council Candidate - AMA

Explore this post and more from the kelowna community

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Jean B Anderson 🍁 @jean-b-anderson.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

First pst the post electoral system is what shouldn’t exist

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Doug Johnson 🇨🇦 @smikooman.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Accelerating climate impacts, including severe droughts and recurring wildfires, are threatening the viability of B.C.'s Okanagan Valley. "The very climate that once made the Okanagan fruitful and drew generations of sunseekers is now beginning to undermine both its bounty and its appeal." Grim.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Even while the city grapples with inflation on the expense budget side, with policing taking up a greater % of spending YoY in response to public safety concerns, the capital budget is even more concerning. www.kelownadailycourier.ca/news/article... Runaway inflation from construction cost surges.

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No money for performing arts centre in Kelowna plan

The need for a new performing arts centre in Kelowna has been loudly championed by some members of city council but a new 10-year-capital plan doesn’t set aside any money

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Announcement: Reddit AMA on r/Kelowna at 4:30 on the 22nd. The questions begin at 4pm a Hope to hear from many local voters.

Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Very much enjoyed the Terry Fox run today. I might be a bit out of shape, but 19:47 is still enough for third place in a 5k fun run! :) Planing on some canvassing this afternoon, what a beautiful day for late September.

Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

I’m sorry, but what is the Chamber thinking? Devoting a third of the debate time to this guy does nothing for voters, and I completely fail to understand the opposing position. Why are we wasting time with a no-hope 9/11 conspiracy theorist? www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna...

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Perfect example of how generative AI is influencing voters. Really unhealthy for our democracy. Should result in the same reaction as if it was Photoshop.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Nolita is arguably the best-looking apartment in Kelowna built in the last 10 years. Really nice brickwork and curves. Street trees will provide some canopy eventually. Passes the Halloween test of ground-floor walkable apartments. Just canvassing in north-central Kelowna today.

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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 18/09/2026

Mark Carney mocks Trump's accordion hands

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Can we just do pro-rep? Surely all parties on either the left or the right recognize that we can’t keep building unstable coalitions for fear of splitting the vote. This election is going to be as disproportional as 96 or 01. STV+? B-W DMP? Please?

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Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I hate that every time I see a left-leaning party talk about “peace”, I get the urge to look up their position on Ukraine. And I’m disappointed way too often. (“Yes to peace, no to war” - Green Party of Quebec)

“Yes to peace, no to war” - Green Party of Quebec

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The Death—and Lessons—of Vancouver’s Villages Plan | Sightline Institute

Excellent article from Peter Waldkirch in Sightline. Apartments in Vancouver, as in Kelowna, are oftentimes used to shield other areas from air pollution and busy roads. Cheaper homes can only go in the worst areas. Would like to see this brought to YLW. www.sightline.org/2026/09/18/t...

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Legalizing apartment homes on quiet side streets was the right idea. Delivering it will require political courage.

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Thank you to Jesse Thomas for reaching out for an interview. Michele Rule is a very nice lady, glad he got her perspective looking back as a former councillor. I’ve committed to only run for a maximum of two terms, and to not quit the job midterm to run for another role. Those are my values.

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Oh give me a break. Open the boardwalk and allow the city to conduct repairs.

Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

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PM Carney to the EU: "We are not fair weather allies. We do not pursue zero sum deals. Our commitment to the rule of law and our unyielding defence of human dignity, individual freedom, and democracy share the same deep roots, the same unwavering dedication." #cdnpoli

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Max Fawcett @maxfawcett.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This is the part many Americans -- including the Bezosites at the Washington Post -- don't understand. Canadians don't see this just as a Trump thing. It's that America elected him twice, and the second time with an even bigger mandate. The problem we're addressing is America, not Trump.

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Justin McElroy 🇨🇦 @jmcelroy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

If we are going to get a snap election, having knocked on about 7k doors, I would guess that local voters want a party that will:

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After another night of receptions and listening to politicians talking to one another a little too loudly, I'm 95% certain that a snap B.C. election is coming, possibly as soon as this weekend. Here's why.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Just got home from the debate. Incredibly happy with how it went. Thanks again to Castanet, FourChange, and Revelry. I think the evening really demonstrated who is ready to lead, ready to work to gather to achieve real positive outcomes. Thanks to all who attended or watched

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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

From the chief energy advisor of Gulf Oil.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Incredibly thankful that Kelowna voters narrowly approved a fully municipal and public airport through a referendum back in the day. A top 10 airport in Canada by volume, that provides numerous economic benefits. Privatizing natural monopolies is a bad idea.

Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Poll showing that Canadians feel they share more with Europe than the United States. Strongest in Quebec and BC but *even Albertans* feel this way!

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Anthony Floyd @anthonyfloyd.ca · 15/09/2026

The Alberta NDP have won an expected UCP seat in a byelection tonight. Maybe AB separation isn't as popular as the Russians and Americans are telling Albertans it is.

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Davis Kyle @daviskyle.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I just registered and donated, hope to see you at the run on Saturday in Stuart Park. An opportunity to memorialize a Canadian hero, fight cancer, and have some fun. Ideally, a recreational 10k inside of 50 mins would help.