Reposted by Miranda GrayGlen Gower @glengower.ca · 22hThis group and their message is harmful and dangerous. If you see these posters anywhere in Ottawa, call By-law at 3-1-1 and they will be removed. Or feel free to just rip them down. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... 22414
Reposted by Miranda GrayIt's me @justmeinottawa.bsky.social · 10hYes uncertified batteries are a problem and the certification extends to the chargers. UL certified chargers are smart chargers that automatically shut off when they detect battery temps rising above certain thresholds or too quickly. The lack of regulation all around seems intentional 081
Reposted by Miranda GrayIt's Jamie @sjamieit.bsky.social · 13h"I'm not gonna jack up people's water bills to cover new infrastructure spending. We have a plan for what we're doing with the rates over the next few years, and I'm gonna stick the that plan." - @mark-sutcliffe.bsky.social His plan increases water rates 62% by 2035 www.iheart.com/podcast/962-... 1299
Reposted by Miranda GrayCTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 12h‘Tipping recession’: Over 70% of Ontario service workers report making less in tips, report findsbit.ly‘Tipping recession’: Over 70% of Ontario service workers report making less in tips, report findsHospitality technology company Actual found 67 per cent of tipped hospitality workers say their tips have declined over the past two years, up sharply from 39 per cent in 2024. 102
Reposted by Miranda GrayEcology Ottawa @ecologyottawa.bsky.social · 14hDid you know there are 6 different days you can vote in the upcoming municipal election? Early voting has already started, with the last Advance Voting Day on October 16th and Election Day on Monday, October 26th! 111
Reposted by Miranda GrayConvent Glen - Orléans Wood Community Association @cgow.bsky.social · 19hTonight, starting at 7 PM, we are co-hosting a Community Q&A with the Ward 2 (Orléans West-Innes) candidates for City Councillor. We'd love to have you join the meeting, in person at Bob MacQuarrie in Hall D, or online via Zoom. linktr.ee/OttawaWard2ElectionQandA 002
Reposted by Miranda GrayStrong Towns Ottawa @strongtownsottawa.ca · 19hInterested in discussing some of the key topics we've had this election? Well then join us this Thursday for our monthly meeting where we'll focus on letting you talk about infrastructure, housing, transportation, and more with other members! All are welcome! Info and RSVP : luma.com/0ouk4smoluma.comMonthly Meeting—October Municipal Election Discussions · LumaJoin us for our October monthly meeting. We will be discussing different topics that have been key to the municipal election. We will also be giving you an… 032
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 19hConsidering we have an university with a school of architecture this is an amazing loss of talent 131
Reposted by Miranda GrayThe New Orleans @theneworleans.bsky.social · 20hA reflection on the importance of community maintenance, from shared personal experiences of living in Convent Glen North. Active participation in local associations fosters relationships and improves community…theneworleans.caWhy Getting Involved in Your Community is Worth the Effort - The New OrleansA reflection on the importance of community maintenance, from shared personal experiences of living in Convent Glen North. Active participation in local associations fosters relationships and improves community well-being. 031
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 20hIt is relatively hard to focus on tax class when a cat wedges himself under the couch you're sitting on. 010
Reposted by Miranda Grayandrew.ottawa 🇨🇦 @ottawandrew.bsky.social · 06/10/20265.000 people are currently leaving Landsdowne. A good majority are walking (heading north) because there was one bus waiting and it was immediately full. 183
Reposted by Miranda GrayMurderBotBot @murderbotbot.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Data suggests family dramas bear a less than 10 percent resemblance to actual human families, which is unsurprising and also a relief, considering all the murders. 08811
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 20hSo he's promising to do mayor things if elected mayor? How edgy! 1101
Reposted by Miranda GrayJason Thorne @jasonthorne.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Celebrating World Architecture Day by kicking off our first “Urban Design and Architecture Week” for City staff … bringing together staff working in design roles and design professions across multiple City Divisions to talk about the importance of design in public buildings and spaces. 0122
Reposted by Miranda GrayCanadian Paintings @canadianpaintings.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Humpback Swimming in the Milky Way with Red Caribou Alan Syliboy ~ Mi'kmaq n.d. 123354
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 05/10/2026It is depressing to spend years advocating and still know that only when an incumbent retires is there any chance to make the council look like the city it governs. 321
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 05/10/2026It's a fascinating thread for non-travelling foreigners. I gather "ambient sausages" is both a joke and not a joke. 020
Reposted by Miranda Grayalexcullen.bsky.social @alexcullen.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Sutcliffe's infrastructure plan is so much smoke & mirrors as he is handcuffed by his 2.5% tax cap. He expects to finance some of this through $250 million from "savings" but doesn't tell us what is to be cut. Add on his bus pass cut, his 350 new first responders - clearly magic is in the air here. 2127
Reposted by Miranda GrayA. Zivarts @nondriver.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Research from @transitcenter.bsky.social says to win broader support for public transit, we should share how transit is the critical link for disabled people and other nondrivers to be able to participate in our communities. It's the #1 most effective message.transitnarrativeproject.comAmericans Overwhelmingly Support Transit. So Why Isn't It Happening?8 in 10 Americans back transit investment — yet funding still stalls. TransitCenter's new research identifies the belief gap and the messaging that closes it. 173
Reposted by Miranda GrayCity of Ottawa @en.ottawa.ca · 05/10/2026Looking to make your home more energy efficient? Join us on Thursday, October 8 at 12 pm to learn about the Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program and how it can help support retrofits on your home. Find out more: bit.ly/4xYpl0d 031
Reposted by Miranda GrayCity of Ottawa @en.ottawa.ca · 05/10/2026Lithium-ion batteries are convenient, but they can also be a fire risk. Help prevent fires in #OttCity by safely charging and disposing of lithium-ion batteries – and know what to do if one starts to swell or smoke! More info: bit.ly/4zb3q6V #FirePreventionWeek 131
Reposted by Miranda GrayCTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Ottawa police axe $34 million off cost for new training facilitybit.lyOttawa police axe $34 million off cost for new training facilityThe Ottawa Police Service has cut $34 million off the cost of its proposed new training centre, including eliminating the gym and 50 parking spaces, as it continues to explore options for the new “Professional Development Centre” for officers. 001
Reposted by Miranda GrayMichael D'Costa @mdcosta.bsky.social · 02/10/2026@helps.octranspo.com @octranspo.com is there a schedule for work on the dows lake station stairs, which pond with water and are rapidly deteriorating? Is it at least in a work queue? #ottawa 101
Reposted by Miranda GrayIt's Jamie @sjamieit.bsky.social · 05/10/2026My mother-in-law, who hadn't been on a bicycle since the 1980s, visited us last year and we biked to toddler swimming class together. She's now biking 40 minutes to work everyday in Montreal because she has a separated bike lane the whole way there. 2269080
Reposted by Miranda GrayThe New Orleans @theneworleans.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Ottawa's transport issues stem from prioritizing road repairs due to low property tax promises, which impede city maintenance and growth.theneworleans.caThe Simple Way Cities Can Save You Money By Raising Taxes - The New OrleansOttawa's transport issues stem from prioritizing road repairs due to low property tax promises, which impede city maintenance and growth. Rising costs necessitate budget cuts to transit services, worsening public transportation. 062
Reposted by Miranda Grayalexcullen.bsky.social @alexcullen.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Fascinating. I am sure free popcorn at movies is next. Direct flights to anywhere is not within City Council's purview. This promise was to grab headlines (and CTV bit). #ottcity 141
Reposted by Miranda GrayCTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 05/10/2026More than 27,000 ballots cast in 4 days of Special Advance Voting in Ottawabit.lyMore than 27,000 ballots cast in 4 days of Special Advance Voting in OttawaMore than 27,000 people cast ballots in four days of Special Advance Voting in Ottawa’s municipal election. 001
Reposted by Miranda GrayOttawa History Hub Podcast @ottawahistoryhub.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Happy Monday 1 & all! Today, let’s meet one of Bytown’s country gentlemen, Hamnet Piney! Living as a yeoman outside of the town, he had a huge influence on the surrounding area. Hope you enjoy! 111
Reposted by Miranda GrayLaskinator @laskinator.bsky.social · 05/10/2026History, the venue: -great sound -great bathrooms -great service at the bars -looks like really decent HVAC -very organized staff and security -balcony looked aces if you wanna shell out the dough -no slope to the floor so tall people ruined a lot of people's view of the stage 281
Reposted by Miranda GrayKaz Cooke @kazcooke.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Friends, do please start quivering, poised to buy my new book, Spooky Ladies from 27 Oct; AND do come to event with clever writer/director/ideas-machine Lorin Clarke (Fitzroy Diaries etc) whomst shallst interview me about it, Queenscliffe writers festival, Sat 24 Oct. We shall be offeth the leash. 1288
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 05/10/2026It was the music video for Thriller. I'd never heard of music videos. I was babysitting in a strange house in a storm. It was like the TV was possessed. 150
Reposted by Miranda GrayDenis Agar (he/him) @denisagar.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Early reports of the BC NDP's proposed tax increase are very, very exciting to me. It would apply to the 4% top earners. Check out what happened when Massachusetts introduced a millionaire's tax:finance.yahoo.comMassachusetts Collected $2 Billion More In Tax Revenue Than Expected. The Millionaires Tax Is Paying Off BigMassachusetts pulled in $2 billion more in tax revenue than expected this fiscal year, and officials say the state’s new 4% surtax on high earners is the reason. A Big Win For Education And Transit Th... 1193
Reposted by Miranda GrayElections Ottawa @vote.ottawa.ca · 05/10/2026That’s a wrap on Special Advance Voting for the 2026 Municipal Elections! 27,553 electors cast their ballot at voting places across Ottawa. If you haven’t voted yet, your next opportunity is Advance Voting Day on October 16! #ItStartsHere #OttVote #OttCity 021
Reposted by Miranda GrayRevDaniel @revdaniel.bsky.social · 04/10/20261/6 In light of the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, it is time for a quick history check: “The Prayer of St. Francis” (Lord, make me an instrument of your peace) was not actually written by St. Francis. 27910
Reposted by Miranda GrayDenis Agar (he/him) @denisagar.bsky.social · 05/10/2026This is such good framing! I would love to see what it looks like to build a greenfield neighbourhood that breaks even for the city.globalnews.caNew Edmonton neighbourhoods will cost $1.4 billion more than they will bring in - Edmonton | Globalnews.caA new City of Edmonton report says the long-term costs to build and maintain three new neighbourhoods will exceed the revenue they will bring in. 1316
Reposted by Miranda GrayBrigitte Pellerin @brigittepellerin.bsky.social · 04/10/2026I think polls underestimate how disappointed people are with Mark Sutcliffe — even if they choose to vote for him again. 052
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Very funny to those of us who only know the kid as Chomp. 040
Reposted by Miranda GrayElections Ottawa @vote.ottawa.ca · 04/10/2026Today is the fourth and final day of Special Advance Voting! Electors can cast their ballot at any of the 10 voting places across the city until 8 pm. Learn more about where to vote: elections.ottawa.ca/VotingLocati... #ItStartsHere #OttVote #OttCity 003
Reposted by Miranda GrayDr Lindsey Fitzharris @drlindseyfitz.bsky.social · 04/10/2026This is why it's a liability having me on TV... I do silly stuff like this 😂 2554
Reposted by Miranda GrayDave @allcaps.bsky.social · 04/10/2026An hour with 4 transfers…I'm sure everything will work perfectly and you won't miss your flight. I used to take the ~30 minute run on the 97 from Tunney's Pasture to and from the airport to for years without any major issues and now it requires 3 transfers to three different trains. 261
Reposted by Miranda GrayJordan Moffatt @jordanmoffatt.bsky.social · 04/10/2026It took until 1962 for the City of Ottawa to allow all renters to vote in municipal elections. Before that, those living with roommates or in boarding houses couldn't vote. This changed after a referendum (passed 49,776 to 20,262—though renters barred from voting at the time couldn't participate). 2176
Reposted by Miranda GrayAngela 🐱💙 💛🌻 @hollia.bsky.social · 04/10/2026This thread is superb bsky.app/profile/gene... 032
Reposted by Miranda GrayRevDaniel @revdaniel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026All Things Bright and Beautiful”. Annual St. Francis Day Blessing of Animals @stjohnsdixiechurch.bsky.social Thank you Sister Rain for departing mid morning. Thank you Brother Sun for shining. And thank you Sibling Squirrels for not pelting us with acorns as we sat under your tree. 41799
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Personally, I fix any campaign sign I find that is knocked over. I've seen various ones knocked over but not widespread damage yet. 010
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 04/10/2026@brigittepellerin.bsky.social I hadn't really heard of this mayor candidate but he has more signs than Sutcliffe and Leiper by this polling place in Orléans. (On other side of road.) I saw no Lawson or Saravanamuttoo signs. 021
Miranda Gray @mirgray.bsky.social · 04/10/2026The @vote.ottawa.ca team celebrated me as today's 800th voter at Francis Dupuis Rec Centre (Orléans). Apparently Orléans is coming out to vote. (They are open until 10 pm at all 10 advance poll locations.) 030
Reposted by Miranda GrayCTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Ticats snap five-game losing skid with 34-16 victory over winless Redblacksbit.lyTicats snap five-game losing skid with 34-16 victory over winless RedblacksKenny Lawler had a few special moments during the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 34-16 victory over the Ottawa Redblacks Friday night. But it was a post-game moment that will likely stay with him. 002
Reposted by Miranda GrayElections Ottawa @vote.ottawa.ca · 04/10/2026Another successful day of Special Advance Voting! Day 3 saw 5,889 electors cast their ballot in the 2026 Municipal Elections. #ItStartsHere #OttVote #OttCity 042