Reposted by Derek MironSmooth Dunk @smoothdunk2.bsky.social · 25/09/2026the future tech bros are dreaming of 4549091338
Reposted by Derek MironTom Fowler @tomfowler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026I asked ages ago but didn’t get much of a response so I’m taking another swing at it. Does anyone following me either know how to read Cree or know someone who can? 1299178
Reposted by Derek MironLinda Holmes @lindaholmes.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Hey, you know what might help? Not LEAPING into bed with gambling outfits and advertising gambling at every possible opportunity. When you tell people gambling is the reason to watch, they will act like this. It’s wrong, but it’s a perfectly foreseeable risk that you’re subjecting players to. 931669
Reposted by Derek MironSebas @ohlookbirdies.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Police say the man who stole a copy of Ulysses is looking at a long sentence 418040
Reposted by Derek Mironpmamtraveller.bsky.social @pmamtraveller.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Orc Triple Self-Portrait by Michael Antrim 373956645
Reposted by Derek Mironrandom garfield @randomgarfield.bsky.social · 31/08/2026#Garfield 22/01/2003 🐱 0244
Reposted by Derek MironJohn Jakala @jjakala.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Happy birthday to Jack Kirby, the ultimate Wife Guy (extremely complimentary). 212842
Reposted by Derek Mironactual heathcliff comics @realheathcliffs.bsky.social · 24/08/202624 Aug 2026 10820225
Reposted by Derek MironCanadian Paintings @canadianpaintings.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Grassy Lane Alex Janvier ~ Denesuline 1994 09222
Reposted by Derek MironEm MacKenzie @emilymackenz.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Watched Jim & Andy, the doc about the making of Man on the Moon, and once again was reminded that diagnosing and understanding level 1 autism is important because having a kid with Jim Carrey and blaming vaccines for that kid being autistic is beyond absurd. 032
Reposted by Derek MironBlake Shaffer 🇨🇦 @blakeshaffer.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Voting is going to be a shmozzle. Long delays won’t deter the small but fervent Leave voters. Even with big polling favorables, Stay will need to get out and vote. Easiest: get a mail-in ballot. Takes 2 mins to order. No special reason needed. specialballot.elections.ab.ca/index/8400 54929
Reposted by Derek MironLEE GATLIN @neilaglet.bsky.social · 17/08/2026I have some thoughts about the new Spider-man that I will try to draw a comic about but for now here is this prescient comic from *2016* 213906920
Reposted by Derek MironWalt Spookman @waltshitman.bsky.social · 08/08/2026“Fantasy author” is a fake job created by Big Hat to sell big black hats. 652401616
Reposted by Derek MironBreezie @breeze420.bsky.social · 30/07/2026"The weather varies between heavy fog and pale sunshine; My thoughts follow the exact same process." -Virginia Woolf 1143681
Derek Miron @derekmiron.bsky.social · 27/07/2026I had a great time reading this even if I didn't agree with the overall sentiment I think 2 decades of listening to comic nerds clutch their pearls about unfaithful adaptations of superheroes have prepared me well. I get it, your favourite bits weren't faithfully adapted - I feel that strongly 110
Reposted by Derek MironJoel @sentantiq.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Searching and informed discussion of Nolan's Odyssey from @spencermcdaniel.bsky.social talesoftimesforgotten.com/2026/07/23/a...talesoftimesforgotten.comAn Ancient Historian's Breakdown of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' - Tales of Times ForgottenChristopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is perhaps the most highly anticipated new film of the 2020s. It has already received near-universal acclaim from film critics and earned more at the box office in its ... 01110
Reposted by Derek MironWilly Skinner @willygrant.bsky.social · 20/07/2026🎨✨ A major boost for art and culture in Cold Lake! The City of Cold Lake has approved increased funding to support an immersive art exhibition celebrating renowned Indigenous artist Alex Janvier. 🌟 👉 Read the full story: www.lakelandtoday.ca/cold-lake-ne...lakelandtoday.caCity of Cold Lake increases grant for Alex Janvier immersive art exhibitionCity council has approved an additional $12,231 to support an immersive exhibition celebrating the life and work of renowned Dene artist Alex Janvier at the Cold Lake Energy Centre. 021
Reposted by Derek MironZac Thompson @zacthompson.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Pictures from a friend of mine who works on a crab-fishing boat off the coast of Newfoundland. I love the nightmare crab door. 1604419941
Reposted by Derek MironJanice Braden, Associate Member of EU @janicebraden.bsky.social · 06/07/2026The Saskatoon Coop is celebrating 90 year with Prairie Potluck Potato Chips. Includes perogie and glazed ham flavours. 2119
Reposted by Derek MironAskHistorians @askhistorians.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Delve into the Canadian #History of the Red River and Northwest Rebellions with /u/Makgraf. Both rebellions would have major impacts on the Canadian Nation, and heavily involved the Metis and Cree people led by Louis Riel. #Skystorians #cdnhistbuff.lyWere there any instances of violent conflict between European colonists and First Nations people in Canadian places west of Ontario?What you're referring to as the Metis Wars were two separate incidents: the Red River Rebellion (or Resistance) and Northwest Rebellion (or Resistance). They both had a significant impact on the development of Canada. They not only involved the Métis, but also the Cree of the plains. 093
Reposted by Derek MironJody Houser ✒️🗯️🎲 @jodyhouser.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Finally caught Supergirl today. A gritty sci-fi western about a young woman who got the power of a god at the expense of almost everything she loved, who does her best to avoid those the powers and the weight of responsibility they carry, and thus almost loses the last part of her old life. 113620
Reposted by Derek MironRyan Batty @ryanbatty.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Do I want any more rain? Absolutely not. But given how close we are to the record, I kind of do want just a little more rain. I’m not proud of this. 072
Reposted by Derek MironSteffani Cameron 🇨🇦 @snarkysteff.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Amazing. At age 20, Lionel Messi did a UNICEF Barcelona photo shoot for a calendar, of him giving a baby a bath. That baby was Lamine Yamal. It’s his first World Cup, and Messi’s last. They’ll play against each other. What a crazy story. 103823915
Reposted by Derek MironDavid J. Climenhaga @djclimenhaga.bsky.social · 19/06/2026UCP plunges ahead with scheme to Americanize health care by letting patients with money jump the line for surgeries. albertapolitics.ca/2026/06/ucp-... #abpoli #ableg #abhealth #cdnpolialbertapolitics.caUCP plunges ahead with scheme to Americanize health care by letting patients with money jump the line for surgeries - Alberta PoliticsPremier Danielle Smith’s pathetic $100 Dani Dollars gambit having flopped miserably with pretty well everyone on Wednesday, Alberta’s United Conservative Party Government plunged ahead yesterday with ... 84742
Reposted by Derek Miron🌈Wally ~ Meditating in her Cave🌈 @wallyaurora.bsky.social · 15/06/2026oh yeah, in terms of good news- I haven't seen anyone talking about this??? In short- worst case scenario of 4C warming by 2100 is no longer possible, new worst-case is 2.8C now DOES NOT MEAN we just relax- the only way we got here is through hard work- but it means THE HARD WORK IS WORKING 3116884727
Reposted by Derek MironJess Davis @jessmarindavis.bsky.social · 08/06/2026Over the coming months, lots of people will post about Alberta separatism to make money. Some of this can easily be coopted by states to advance their interests, and in some cases, we might well see state-backed campaigns. Buckle up. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...cbc.caFacebook is paying people overseas promoting Alberta separatism | CBC MusicA CBC News investigation found a number of Facebook accounts run by people overseas impersonating real Albertan separatists. 03533
Reposted by Derek Mironrax ‘levon honkers’ king @raxkingisdead.bsky.social · 02/06/2026it is in absolutely everybody’s best interests to develop some hobbies aside from Phone 5784482505
Reposted by Derek Mironcait (and adonis) @cait.bsky.social · 29/05/2026look at him. he doesn't even have any money 6355221075
Reposted by Derek MironMutable Joe @mutablejoe.bsky.social · 25/05/2026a horse walks into a bar and says to the barman, "on a right angled triangle with sides x, y and z, if x and z are perpendicular which side is opposite the right angle?", and the barman says "y, the long face" 11512155
Reposted by Derek MironPicard Tips @picardtips.bsky.social · 25/05/2026Picard morality tip: If one side of a conflict preaches purity of bloodline above communal benefit for all, join the other side. 2773217
Reposted by Derek MironNaheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Danielle Smith’s separatist referendum puts us all at risk. We will not stand by and let the extremists who run the Premier also run this province. We’re going to stand up and fight. For our home. For Alberta. For Canada. And with your help, we WILL win. Join us: ForAlbertaForCanada.cayoutube.comWe're going to fight like hell to save our home, and we WILL win.YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi 12321117
Reposted by Derek MironRobson Fletcher @robsonfletcher.com · 21/05/2026I've got some more results to share with you from my latest survey of Albertans with Probe Research. This set of questions focused on electoral boundary changes. In short: This issue is NOT flying under the radar. 🧵robsonfletcher.comAlbertans are paying attention to electoral boundary changes and uncomfortable with what they see — Robson Fletcher: Data & Storytelling StrategistIn a new poll with my partners at Probe Research, we find a high degree of awarness — and skepticism — about a democratic process that usually comes and goes without fanfare. 47144
Reposted by Derek Mironcpuk (trampoline park connoisseur and occasional comic printer) @comicprintinguk.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Is that Chekhov’s Gun in your pocket or will you just be pleased to see me later? 8886289
Reposted by Derek MironDan Olson @foldablehuman.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Alberta separatism is the endpoint of the right wing radio/podcast post-truth ecosystem: a vocal and violent minority trying to tear everything down out of a belief that being petty lords over rubble is preferable to the tyranny of bike lanes and public transit. 16959160
Reposted by Derek MironWilly Skinner @willygrant.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Think Ogopogo has the Canadian lake monster scene on lock? Think again. Up in Alberta’s northeast corner, Cold Lake is home to a chilling legend of its own: a deep-water beast named Kinosoo that’s been stirring up stories for generations. #HotSummerGuide www.stalbertgazette.com/hot-summer-g...stalbertgazette.comBeyond the deep: The legend of the monster lurking in Cold LakeHOT SUMMER GUIDE: Think Ogopogo has the Canadian lake monster scene on lock? Think again. Up in Alberta’s northeast corner, Cold Lake is home to a chilling legend of its own: a deep-water beast named ... 1104
Derek Miron @derekmiron.bsky.social · 28/04/2026I need to know what the pope gets that earthly heads of state don't! 000
Reposted by Derek MironSenator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 24/04/2026So someone made this. And in a time when no one seems to be fighting back against these awful, racist, useless referendum(b) questions, this gave me a glimmer of hope. #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli #referendumb #Albertaalbertareferendumb2026.caAlberta Referendum 2026 | Referendum Reality CheckNot because Albertans are dumb. Because this government thinks you are. Independent political commentary on Alberta’s 2026 referendum and the politics behind it. 15410230
Reposted by Derek MironDuane Bratt🇨🇦 @duanebratt.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Lunty is suggesting that Justice Miller recommended redoing everything. As opposed to this: For all the reasons stated herein, the majority recommends the adoption of the majority report in its totality. 85238
Reposted by Derek MironMatthew Black @matthewblack.ca · 16/04/2026The UCP govt is rejecting the electoral map proposed 3 weeks ago. A govt motion that could come as soon as this morning outlines the new process which will be overseen by a UCP-led committee, will not allow for public input, and grow the number of MLAs from 87 to 91 #ableg #abpoliedmontonjournal.comAlberta to scrap new electoral map, launch expedited redraw with more MLAsA government motion calls for a redrawn map from the one presented three weeks ago; the number of MLAs would rise to 91. 76142
Reposted by Derek MironNaheed Nenshi @naheednenshi.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Today, Danielle Smith and the UCP caucus unveiled plans to rig the next election: A new motion indicates the UCP's plans to manipulate the election maps for the next election in their favour, and without any requirement to consult the public. This has never been done in Canadian history. /1albertandpcaucus.caUCP GOVERNMENT REVEALS PLAN TO CHEAT, RIG ELECTION MAPSEngaging Albertans to build an economy for the future. 12282168
Derek Miron @derekmiron.bsky.social · 09/04/2026Hey Albertans? Please use your anxiety about the world as a call to action, and work towards doing good. If you're looking for an opportunity, please help us work against the forces looking to break apart and absorb our land and go here to sign up to help! foralbertaforcanada.caforalbertaforcanada.caFor Alberta, For CanadaJoin thousands of Albertans standing up for Canada. Take action, volunteer, and make your voice heard. 050
Reposted by Derek Mirontrevorrobb.bsky.social @trevorrobb.bsky.social · 09/04/2026“We’re not repeating the mistake of the people who thought Brexit would never pass. We’re getting out there now,” @naheednenshi.bsky.social said. “We’re not sleepwalking into this.” #ableg #abpoli edmontonjournal.com/news/politic...edmontonjournal.com'For Alberta, For Canada': Alberta NDP launch campaign to challenge separatists'We're not sleepwalking into this,' Official Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi said of a potential independence referendum in October. 055
Reposted by Derek Mironjess m. ☕🍂 @jametc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026see? here's the thing. A lot of people are like, the earth is fucked, it's beyond salvation, it's hit the tipping point, but time and time again we see that if we just fucking fixed the problem, it rebounds so incredibly fast. Imagine what could be done if people actually cared 43200188797
Reposted by Derek MironCanadian Paintings @canadianpaintings.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Wandering Child Alex Janvier ~ Denesuline 1981 013028
Reposted by Derek MironOliver Darkshire @deathbybadger.bsky.social · 26/11/2025i came across the saying "to follow like a Tantony pig" so I get curious and look it up, but Tantony isnt a place, it's a contraction of St Anthony who is the saint of swineherds, so the proverb means to follow someone like a pig following the hog messiah. alas this information will not pay my bills 1140677
