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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

It was a dark and stormy night. So much so, I walked a nervous wandering kid up the street because shadows are out tonight. #dlws #boo

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Tonight! @bluerodeo.bsky.social streaming live at 8:50 p.m. 💕🎶

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

TDSB used to buy classroom supplies. The new provincial directive requires them to buy solely through Staples- and comparitors show costs for same are now doubled. #cdned #onpol (NB: Staples, besides being a Ford favourite, is American) nowtoronto.com/news/ford-cr...

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Ontario teacher, NDP leader question Ford’s Staples-only $750 classroom fund | NOW Toronto

The Ford government is facing criticism over its decision to make Staples the sole vendor for a new $750 classroom supplies...

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Neighbours gathering on the sidewalk, teenagers on the roof, none of us letting a 96% lunar #eclipse slip by unwatched.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🗺️ 📍⛴️💕🇨🇦💕

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Queen's Park visibly patriotic with a giant flag on the front now. #Onpoli #Cdnpol

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Matt Elliott @graphicmatt.com · 17/08/2026

Paula Fletcher has finally filed to run for re-election. That makes it official: every incumbent councillor is seeking to return to their office, except Councillor Gord Perks (retiring) and Councillor Brad Bradford (trying to become mayor). Full tracker: toronto.cityhallwatcher.com/p/2026-candi...

A choropleth map of Toronto showing the 2026 Council candidate distribution by ward, with colors ranging from light yellow (2 candidates) to dark blue (11 candidates), and stars indicating incumbent re-election registrations.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

New #StatsCan report shows there were 3.5 people looking for a job for every job opening in Ontario in May. That's the highest among provinces except Newfoundland &Labrador and P.E.I. Quebec's ratio is 2.4; B.C. 2.7.; Alberta 2.9. #Jobs #Unemployment #CdnLab www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quo...

The title of the map is "Unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio by province and their change since May 2025"

This is a map of Canada by province showing unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in May 2026 and the change from May 2025 to May 2026.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Canada was 3.0 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.2.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Newfoundland and Labrador was 5.6 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.4*.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Prince Edward Island was 3.7 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -1.0*.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Nova Scotia was 3.3 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was +0.8.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in New Brunswick was 3.2 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was +0.1*.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Quebec was 2.4 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.2*.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Ontario was 3.5 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.5.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Manitoba was 2.3 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.1*.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Saskatchewan was 2.4 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was +0.7.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in Alberta was 2.9 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was -0.4.

The unemployment-to-job vacancy ratio in British Columbia was 2.7 in May 2026, and the change from May 2025 to May 2026 was +0.2*.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

#Crime rates are down again for the second straight year following an upward trend that began in 2015. (If we go for three years, that will be a trend.) Shoplifting Under $5,000 *up* 11%. Homicides down 16%. Firearms down 14%. Gang-related homicides dropped 24%. www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/11-62...

Chart showing percentage change in rate, 2024 to 2025, titled "Important shifts in certain violent and non-violent crimes impacted the CSI across Canada. Under Violent Crimes: Homicide -16%; Robberty -6%; Firearms (use of, discharging, pointing) -14%; Extortion -10%; Criminal Harassment +6%. Under Non-violent Crimes: Breaking and Entering -11%; Child Sexual abuse and exploitation material -21%; Motor Vehicle theft -16%; Fraud -4%; Theft $5,000 or under -5%; Shoplifing $5,000 or under +11%

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Kent Monkman sculpture on deck at Biidaasige Park in September! #ArtTO #TorontoArt

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Very #Canadian tensions here in the room as we watch France and England fight for 3rd place. #FIFA

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Part of occupational health and safety is planning for poor air quality and hazy days, says @ccohs.bsky.social. Employers need to protect their workers from environmental hazards. #ohs www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/s...

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Outdoor Air Quality

Is outdoor air quality an occupational concern?  Outdoor air quality can be an occupational concern, especially during poor air quality events.

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kotsy @itsonlykotsy.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

The World In A City 1/2

The CN Tower is seen behind a group of flags representing the teams of the World Cup 2026

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Damien Moule @damienmoule.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The other thing that has to be mentioned is how big the rebates are for donation. You basically get a 2-4x multiplier on the cost to you. You can get a lot of money to your candidates of choice for not really that much cost to you. 4/

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Damien Moule @damienmoule.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Since the last municipal election, I saved up $1,200 to donate to candidates this election. Here is a🧵that goes through my decision making process and hopefully serves as a donation guide to you if you're thinking about donating (which I hope you do as you can have a disproportionate impact) 1/

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

New Stats Can study shows the market share of institutional investors (aka REITs) was 4 per 1,000 houses in Ontario. Small scale investors (up to 5 properties) hold largest share of rental investment homes in every province. #housing www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/46-28...

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

So glad @tvodocs.bsky.social continues to broadcast @leilanifarha.bsky.social's #housing documentary 'Push' youtu.be/smvx8IyfeWA?...

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

A grey thundering cloud is rumbling though the blue sky #dlws

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School of Cities @uoftcities.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Our Local Solutions competition celebrates made‑in‑community ideas w/ potential to scale. Submit a project already boosting Canada’s competitiveness and quality of life – submissions welcomed from communities large & small & from all types of organizations ow.ly/RNiY50Z8xHj

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

New on growth of gentrified neighbourhoods in Canada: "The five cities where #gentrification has spread farthest are: Toronto, where 61% of the inner-city census tracts are gentrifying; Calgary (57%); Montreal (52%); Vancouver (51%); Victoria (46%)" newhousingalternatives.ca/mapping-the-...

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Mapping the Gentrification of Canadian Cities 1961-2021 - New Housing Alternatives

The report maps the spread of gentrification across the inner-city of Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Quebec City,

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Barney Panofsky's Best Intentions @mynamesnotgordy.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Just when I start feeling like there’s nothing good in the world anymore and everyone I know seems so angsty or angry I see a mobile sign up at the corner advertising a bicycle rodeo this weekend at the local community centre.

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Institute for Work & Health @iwhresearch.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Applications are now open for IWH’s Cameron Mustard Early Career Accelerator Award! This award is designed to support an #EarlyCareer researcher in the field of #WorkAndHealth. Apply by June 19 👉️ buff.ly/xgXlann #ResearchAward #Research 🧪

Text reads: "Cameron Mustard Early Career Accelerator Award. Now accepting applications!"

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

@toronto.ca what's special about #parkingpermits that they close at 4:15!?! And everyone one else in Permit alley is open. You don't make it easy.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Multiple sightings of neighbours today. #dlws

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Today's @janeswalk.bsky.social on around the city #ourstreetsourstories #Toronto www.janeswalkfestivalto.com/walks

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Quebec and British Columbia provide tenants the strongest #housing #eviction protections(at least in writing). Almost half of Canada’s provinces and territories have no rent controls: new report compares Canadian jurisdictions. newhousingalternatives.ca/jurisdiction...

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Jurisdictional Differences in Eviction Risk Across Canada - New Housing Alternatives

The report reveals stark differences in the strength of tenant protections across Canada, asking who might be at higher risk of eviction?

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Fog on streets close to the lakeshore #dlws

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

People are giving governments their power in exchange for maintaining their privilege, argues Dr. Ibram X. Kendi in his new book Chain of Ideas. #AnotherEarlyMorningTVquote

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

"We have to build community, not jails," if we want safer places to live, says author and U of O criminology professor Justin Piché, costing out the billions spent on jails vs. millions on supportive housing. #AffordableHousing

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Orillia City Council to decide whether and how to restore the waterfront statue with deeply colonial legacy. Reconciliation, especially with the Rama First Nation land, has become part of its civic discourse. www.orilliamatters.com/local-news/c...

orilliamatters.com

City council meeting: Monday is D-Day for Champlain Monument

Council will also be asked to support a new direct, all-day GO Transit connection between Orillia and Barrie at Monday's meeting

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

"Security incident" at St. George so they tell us all after leaving Museum and now the crowding at Spadina is likely to provoke another one. @ttcalerts.bsky.social #TTC

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

And the #TDSB model schools, where extra resources support kids with fewer learning opportunities, also reportedly on the chopping block!! This government is picking on the poor kids. #ONpoli

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The #TDSB Model School program was set up to close the achievement gap for students with few opportunities. It was funded by dedicated provincial grants meant to address their socioeconomic need but often used by school boards to address other funding gaps. Where now? #ONpoli #OntEd

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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Some great ideas - actually a nice thread about civil society being strong! Sometimes you need to see it.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Fun with Translation apps: See "Tax the rich" become Gen Z's "eat the rich fr fr" or Corporate speak "Leverage fiscal optimization strategies to right-size the capital contributions of high-net-worth stakeholders." (I love working with a knowledge mobilization team!) translate.kagi.com

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Kagi Translate

Kagi Translate uses powerful AI models to instantly and accurately translate any content in any language.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

The provincial budget announced police in schools and special constables on transit. Lots of focus on highways. Little on housing or childcare. No hike in OW or further allowance of earnings exemptions. Biggest focus on businesses, jobs, workers. #ONBudget #ONpoli budget.ontario.ca/2026/index.h...

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2026 Ontario Budget | A Plan to Protect Ontario

2026 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario

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Matt Elliott @graphicmatt.com · 25/03/2026

Asked how many apartment buildings with bad landlords there are in the city, staff say about 115 buildings are in the "red category" of about 3,600 total buildings.

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Toronto's City Council has 183 items on the agenda for the March meeting. That's a lot of voting in the next few days. h/t @graphicmatt.com #TOCouncil #TOpoli

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

New StatsCan report compares # of unemployed people (blue bars below in graph) to job vacancies (red bars): 3.1 people per job opening. Folks with Bachelor degrees or higher are facing highest competition. Trades numbers more closely matched. #CdnEcon #CanLab www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quo...

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Couldn't resist matching my steps to the person who was walking head of me (then doubling back to grab the pic) #dlws

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

"All adults are responsible for all children" h/t given to James Baldwin at the #Oscars, based on this actual quote "The children are always ours, every single one of them, all over the globe; and I am beginning to suspect that whoever is incapable of recognizing this may be incapable of morality."

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

New Financial Accountability Office of Ontario report estimates that, of 1,045,263 households that were in need of subsidized #housing in 2024-25, 315,908 (30.2% households in need) received provincial housing support and 729,355 (69.8% of households in need) did not. fao-on.org/en/report/su...

Chart showing Total Need for subsided housing (1,045,273 households) broken down to 315,908 who received support ( and of those 229,970 who received sufficient support and 85,938 who did not). And 729,355 households who did not receive support, 397,881 because they were ineligible for support and 331,474 who did not because of Insufficient Program Capacity)

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Ontario Network of Injured Worker Groups @oniwg.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

For most injured workers in Ontario, compensation for the wages lost due to work related injury or illness stops at age 65, whether they planned to coninue working or not. We’re sharing the real stories of injured workers here: tinyurl.com/RightsDontRe... #RightsDontRetire #WorkersDeserveBetter

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

#NerdAlert: @iwhresearch.bsky.social's librarians publish a weekly list of the recent peer-reviewed journal articles related to #work and #Health, #OHS, #WorkersComp. #PublicHealth #CanLab #HiddenGem www.iwh.on.ca/journal-arti...

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Research Alerts | Institute for Work & Health

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Diane Dyson @dianedyson.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Participant recruitment young adults with episodic disabilities for Inclusive Design research around school-to-work transitions / early working years, interviews regarding their experiences and the role of supports and employers. #Crohn's #Colitis #HIV #MentalHealth #MS www.iwh.on.ca/projects/inc...

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Inclusive Design for Employment Access (IDEA): Transition to work and career development

This project will identify and synthesize innovative school-to-work transition programs, practices and interventions for persons with disabilities that emphasize access to high-quality jobs and career...

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The Breach @breachmedia.ca · 27/02/2026

Pierre Poilievre says refugee claimants are undermining Canada’s health care system—but it couldn’t be further from the truth. @desmondcole.bsky.social fact checks his misinformation and explains how blaming the most vulnerable distracts us from fighting for good health care for all.

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Pierre Poilievre is misleading the public about refugee healthcare

YouTube video by The Breach

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Canadian Paintings @canadianpaintings.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Hockey on Henri-Julien Street at Pine Ave. East, Montreal Frederick Taylor 1948

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