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Dina Graser

@rapsalot.bsky.social
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Urbanista, culture vulture, ever-optimistic Raptors fan. National Director, Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH).

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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 02/10/2026
Calling all NYC artists — painters, filmmakers, poets, musicians and more! Did you know our city provides grants to support your work every year? And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist! Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
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Michael Geist @mgeist.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
In March, I wrote that many Canadian Jews saw a Bondi Beach-style attack here as a matter of not if, but when. On Yom Kippur in Belleville, it nearly happened. My post on a terror attack on Jews at prayer and a response that fails to meet the moment. www.michaelgeist.ca/2026/09/not-...
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Not If, But When: The Yom Kippur Terror Attack in Belleville - Michael Geist
I came out of Yom Kippur services on Monday evening to the news of a terror attack on Sunday night at the Sons of Jacob synagogue in Belleville, Ontario. Reports indicate that the shooter drove up in…
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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
In @thestar.com I write about how to reimagine & continue Ford's very Trumpy, absurd & ridiculous bike lane war: don't feel lonely (there's more cyclists everyday); protests will grow (note to engineering firms & drivers); it's a culture war (facts, science & good faith don't matter). Let's go.
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Shawn Micallef: Doug Ford has waged a Trump-like war on bike lanes. Here’s how Toronto can fight back
Ford’s war on bike lanes is a culture war. From protests to narrowing roads, here is how Toronto can fight back.
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Dylan Reid @dylanreid.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
We should be adopting more efficient European standards for elevators and other things, rather than aligning with bloated US standards, argues @lloydalter.bsky.social (among other things). lloydalter.substack.com/p/reading-ja...
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Reading Jane Jacobs on import replacement in a time of tariffs
Her thesis has been ignored by economists, but her time has come.
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
This is a VERY good turn of events. Renoviction bylaws work! www.thestar.com/real-estate/...
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Since Toronto’s renoviction bylaw took effect a year ago, calls about such evictions have ‘all but disappeared’
Since Toronto’s renoviction bylaw took effect one year ago, lawyers and advocates say calls about this type of bad-faith eviction have ‘all but disappeared.’
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shauna @goldengateblond.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
is there a pulitzer for photo captions because if so @theguardian.com just won it
Gianni Infantino carefully explains to Donald Trump that he is not part of the spanish national team.
Photograph: Javier García/Shutterstock
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Acid Rain @bearysweet.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Playing Rachmaninoff during a summer's blue hour. 🎹 Famous pianist Yuja Wang performing on stage, playing Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 at the Odeonsplatz festival in Munich. The performance was conducted by Lorenzo Viotti and accompanied by the Munich Philharmonic. #classical #yujawang
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Where is Alfonso Davies?????
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The Mexicans are out in force in advance if tonight's game v Ecuador! #FiFA
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Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH) @catch-rehac.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Kudos to @ubchart.bsky.social for their new BC Public Lands Map. Incredibly impressive work that allows users to pull rich data in very useable forms to support non market housing. Check it out: hart.ubc.ca/bcplm
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
"yeah, that's cool". Even cooler now. Congratulations to OG Anunoby!
Sweatshirt with image of OG Anunoby in headphones saying "yeah, that's cool", referencing a famous interview with Kate Beirness.  Image by @drawthenorth.
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
OG OH MY!!!!
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The Globe and Mail @theglobeandmail.com · 11/05/2026
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Ottawa permanently renews creative export initiative, pledges $95-million over five years
Culture Minister Marc Miller says Carney is aiming to put ‘culture at the centre of his export strategy’
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Opportunistic in the very best way. More, please. www.thestar.com/real-estate/...
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This Toronto lender got stuck with a ‘three-storey hole’ after a condo plan went bust. So he’s building affordable housing
Rather than walk away from the east Toronto property, Marcus Tzaferis teamed with a nonprofit and local builder to plan a 90-unit mixed-income rental.
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Why don't we see more joint development of affordable housing near transit? Join the @catch-rehac.bsky.social webinar on April 29th to explore barriers and opportunities with those on the front lines of transit, housing and municipal planning. www.linkedin.com/posts/transi...
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#transitorienteddevelopment #urbanplanning #housingsolutions | Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH)
Building affordable housing on transit agency lands is one of the most impactful ways to steer transit investment towards strong communities. It also requires partners to navigate some key tensions. ...
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Huge line at Pearson security, only two lanes open. Really @pearsonair.bsky.social ? (On the good news front - excited to be going to CHRA Congress in St. John's to talk about @catch-rehac.bsky.social ) 🏘️
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
And it is all too rare that they go together. @catch-rehac.bsky.social
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Proud to launch this new resource for cities looking to support affordable housing near transit. Check it out! 👇
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
*sigh*
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Join us for a lively chat with practitioners to learn about community bonds, social finance funds, and place-based financing approaches. No prior knowledge of social finance required! 👇
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Really Bell Canada? NOW you're going to give me stuttering Internet? FFS.
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Raps up over Knicks 47-38 with 2:15 left in the second quarter. Looking goooooood!
Picture of Raptors game at Scotiabank arena
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Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH) @catch-rehac.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Canada is investing billions in major transit infrastructure. That should be a good thing. But without safeguards, transit-oriented development often worsens housing affordability and pushes out those who rely on transit most. CATCH exists to help cities unlock a different trajectory. Learn more ⬇️
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
Hello, Toronto? #topoli
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Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH) @catch-rehac.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
CATCH is a new initiative to sustain and develop affordable housing near transit lines. We bring together policymakers, planners, funders, and community partners to co-design and finance local solutions that align transit investment with housing equity. 🔗 Learn more at catch-rehac.ca
Graphic introducing the Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing
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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Geneviève Bergeron Hélène Colgan Nathalie Croteau Barbara Daigneault Anne-Marie Edward Maud Haviernick Maryse Laganière Maryse Leclair Anne-Marie Lemay Sonia Pelletier Michele Richard Annie St-Arneault Annie Turcotte Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz #December6 #EndVAW www.cbc.ca/montreal/fea...
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École Polytechnique, Montréal: Remember the 14
On Dec. 6, 1989, the country was forever changed. Fourteen women died at Montreal’s École Polytechnique, killed simply because they were women.
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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Take over threats. Tariffs. Now MAGA has woken Canada’s sleeping giant: Franklin.
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Looking forward to this conversation with @maryrowe.bsky.social, Lisa Ker and Ray Sullivan - join us!
Graphic promoting CUI CityTalk on Thursday Nov 13 at noon on the subject of equitable transit-oriented affordable housing
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
@pialiroy.bsky.social are you watching this? 😂
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
I think it's always important to go back to the source on issues like this. Here's the full text of Reagan's 1987 radio address. www.reaganlibrary.gov/archives/spe...
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Radio Address to the Nation on Free and Fair Trade
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
Chuffed to see this article on CATCH in the Spec today! www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
I've been working on this for a few months, but so pleased to formally launch the Canadian Alliance for Transit-Connected Housing (CATCH) - a national initiative to protect and expand affordable housing near transit If you work in policy, planning, housing, or transit, check it out! catch-rehac.ca
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Graham Cubitt @grahamcubitt.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
With so many crises facing our world, it's sometimes easy to overlook the small steps forward. Indwell’s 23 new 2&3-bed apts underway in Hamilton will support families leaving shelters, etc, with rents at half current market costs. #affordablehousing
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Jason Diamond @jasondiamond.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
He’s the first person since Ed Koch who understands how to use the NYC sense of humor to run for mayor.
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Dylan MacKay @dylanmackayphd.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Might I pass along a suggestion to the federal party leaders from over 1600 researchers in Canada, invest in Canada's research sovereignty!! docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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National Letter
Open Letter from Canadian Researchers to the Federal party leaders Click here to sign this letter See who has signed - version française se trouve à page 3 - Dear Party Leaders We, the undersigne...
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
This is excellent. Now, extend more funding to universities to do the same. www.thestar.com/news/gta/tor...
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Toronto’s University Health Network plans to attract top medical researchers to Canada after Trump slashed funding in the U.S.
The hospital network seeks to recruit 100 new scientists from the U.S. and beyond.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
WATCH: “I’m here because I will not be bullied.” A pardon attorney fired by Trump says Trump’s DOJ sent armed U.S. marshals to deliver a letter warning her not to testify before Congress about Trump’s DOJ’s abuse of power. Context: www.yahoo.com/news/us-just...
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
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Senate Votes to Rescind Some Trump Tariffs, With G.O.P. Support
A measure to cancel some Canadian tariffs is all but certain to stall in the House. But with a handful of Republicans in favor, the vote sent a signal of opposition to the levies.
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Debbie Rix 🇨🇦 @debbierix.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Reminder that Federal Riding boundaries have been moved for many ridings to adjust for population changes. You can check your riding by postal code at electionscanada.ca My new riding means I’m voting for Chrystia Freeland! #election2025 #canpoli #elbowsup #holdtheline www.elections.ca/home.aspx
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Elections Canada - Home page for the 2025 Federal Election
Find all the information you need to know to vote in the 2025 federal election. You will learn whether you are registered to vote, where to vote, what your riding is, who the candidates in your ridin...
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Canada can be a refuge for U.S. researchers, but we need to invest in research to capitalize on the brain drain: Globe and Mail editorial www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit... via @theglobeandmail.com
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Globe editorial: Canada can be a refuge for U.S. researchers
Post-secondary institutions should look south to recruit top scholars – and not be afraid to focus on excellence
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David Hamer @davidhamer1951.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
One could not agree more enthusiastically with today’s editorial in @TheGlobeandMail.com. This is a perfect opportunity for 🇨🇦Canada to beef up its brain power at Trump’s expense, and we should spend what it takes, without stint. 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁
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Catherine McKenna @cathmckenna.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Poilievre pulling a Trump & Musk & making clear he will cut funding to anything he considers “woke” in federal public service & university research - like anything to do with climate science. As Danielle Smith made clear, Poilievre is “in sync” with Trump. We can never let him win. #TeamCarney
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
This hits the nail on the head. Time to think bigger! www.thestar.com/politics/pol...
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Bruce Arthur: Canada’s next leader needs a bold vision to reimagine the country itself — but no one is meeting the moment
Canada must reinvest in this nation in a way we haven’t had to in generations, and we need leaders who truly grasp the magnitude of the task.
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
The chaos in America’s scientific community could be Canada’s gain if we play our cards right, by John Bergeron, Kathleen Dickson and @stankutcher.sencanada.ca www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #BrainGain
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Opinion: The chaos in America’s scientific community could be Canada’s gain
Ottawa should not fumble the opportunity to attract some of the best and brightest health researchers
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
"... expanding the idea of what can happen there might solve another urban dilemma: not enough cultural spaces. Places to dance or where bands can play are scarce in Toronto, as are spaces where artist and rehearsal studios can exist." YES
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Jason Thorne @jasonthorne.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
“Cities become great through people trying things, seeing what works and doubling down from there.” www.strongtowns.org/journal/2025...
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Urbanists Have a Communication Problem, and It’s Costing Us Great Cities
Advocates must adjust the way they talk about city planning. Overuse of jargon and a strict focus on logical debate alienates people, but focusing on the concrete benefits of better urban design — or,...
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Dina Graser @rapsalot.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Exactly.
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Glyn Bowerman @glynbowerman.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Walking Eagle crushed it again 😂
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Carolyn Whitzman @cwhitzman.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
My research on nonmarket housing is featured in 25 ideas to fix Canada’s housing crisis in @macleans.bsky.social macleans.ca/longforms/ho...
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How To Fix Canada’s Housing Crisis - Macleans.ca
Twenty-five bold, entirely doable ways to make Canada affordable again
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