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Robert Zaichkowski

@rzaichkowski.bsky.social
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Accounting Manager at Grafton Apparel, Treasurer of Vélo Canada Bikes, Road Safety Advocate, & Bike Blogger. Bilingual EN/FR. #BikeTO #BikeSky #TOpoli #VisionZero 🚲 📍 Toronto, ON (Born in Moncton, NB) 🌐 www.twowheeledpolitics.ca

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My IRL friends call me Chris @christyceeck.bsky.social · 7h
"Doctors, nurses and other front-line workers gathered for a news conference at University Avenue and Gerrard Street to explain the risks of a lack of proper road infrastructure for cyclists, pedestrians and drivers — and to tell stories of those impacted by road violence." #BikeTO #ToPoli #OnPoli
Toronto family physician Samantha Green, who is also the co-founder of the provincial advocacy coalition Doctors for Safe Cycling, told CBC Toronto it’s clear the decision to remove bike lanes is "not based on evidence."\

"Bike lanes save lives," she said. "It's clear that the public, that the community here in Toronto wants to keep the bike lanes."
About 650 health-care workers have signed a letter calling on the province to back down on its plans, Doctors for Safe Cycling said in a news release Monday.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 7h
Hey #BikeTO! MPP Mary-Margaret McMahon is hosting "Bike The Night" on Friday, October 9. Starts 6:30 PM at East Lynn Park. Please spread the word! #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero www.eventbrite.ca/e/bike-the-n...?
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Bike The Night!
Join Triple M for a rally and group bike ride through the east end of Toronto to show Ford that the bike lanes must stay!
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 12h
Per @velocanadabikes.bsky.social LinkedIn post, I'm honoured to have joined their board as their Treasurer. Look forward to working with such a fine team in pursuing a bike friendly Canada. 🚲🍁✊ #BikeTO #BikeSky #TOpoli #ONpoli #cdnpoli #VisionZero
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Knowing your legal rights is vital, but the ultimate shield for a cyclist will always be the built environment. 🚲🛡️

At our AGM legal AMA with Professor Christopher Waters, moderated by board member Dr. Jaimy Fischer, Prof. Waters emphasized that while Canadian law offers essential protections, safe infrastructure is what truly protects riders on the road. That principle remains central to our work at Vélo Canada Bikes.

For those interested in rules of the road, crash protocols, theft prevention, e-bike regulations, or organizing cycling groups, the newly released 3rd edition of Prof. Waters’ book, Every Cyclist's Guide to Canadian Law, is the definitive resource for navigating cycling law in Canada. Prof. Waters is generously donating 100% of his author proceeds directly to Vélo Canada Bikes. 📖🇨🇦 https://lnkd.in/gEZ2WADw

Following the guest presentation, Board Chair Kate Walker presented a summary of the past year’s federal advocacy, knowledge mobilization, and support for local initiatives. Kate also celebrated Dr. Sara FL Kirk for her nearly ten years of distinguished service as she concludes her tenure on the board.

The membership elected the incoming Board of Directors: Joseph Torres (non-profit professional and fundraiser) and Robert Zaichkowski, CPA, CMA (accounting pro and Toronto cycling advocate) were added to the team. Kate Walker was re-elected for a two-year term. They join returning board members Eleanor F., Jaimy Fischer, Kathryn Manners, Kimberley Nelson, Rudolph Damas, and Zvi Leve, MSc.

Following the close of the official AGM agenda, Executive Director Samuel Benoit then provided an update on progress since March and outlined key national projects currently in development.

If you have not yet joined our movement, now’s the time. By becoming a member today, you directly advance our efforts to build a safer, more connected, and bicycle-friendly Canada.

Become a member today! https://lnkd.in/gKtBv283
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Isaac Callan @isaaccallan.bsky.social · 16h
Is AI levelling the playing field in the Toronto mayoral race or raising ethical issues? @shawnjeffords.bsky.social dives into the fallout from Brad Bradford’s use of the campaign app Victory, and how the new technology impacting the election #ToPoli www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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ANALYSIS | Authenticity is on the ballot as Toronto's mayoral hopefuls clash over AI use, experts say | CBC News
A Toronto mayoral candidate is defending his campaign’s use of artificial intelligence, but experts in the emerging technology say while it could act as an equalizer for under-resourced teams, it's no...
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 17h
Leave it to @graphicmatt.com to debunk Bradford’s justification for a line-by-line audit of Toronto's budget. Argues any per capital increases can be easily traced to things like opening libraries on Sundays, crisis response teams & improved snow clearing #TOpoli www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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Matt Elliott: There’s no mystery behind Mayor Olivia Chow’s budget record — there’s just math
Lately, the leading candidates taking on Mayor Olivia Chow in the race for mayor have taken to referring to the city’s budget like it’s some great cosmic mystery. A riddle
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Toronto Environmental Alliance @toenviro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Time for some election fact checking on Toronto's water budget. We heard a claim from candidate Brad Bradford today that implied that the City's capital reserve fund for water infrastructure like sewers, pipes, and water treatment is unnecessary. This is dangerous and short-sighted. 1/4 #topoli
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Looks too similar to this classic Andy Singer cartoon for my liking.
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TTCriders @ttcriders.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
As you fill out the Toronto Star Vote Compass, please remember that there are many ways to pay for transit that isn’t reliant on fare increases. Presenting this as a binary between better service and higher fares is disrespectful to transit advocates who work tirelessly to push for alternatives.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Welcome to CBC, Isaac. Feel free to reach out if you wish to discuss cycling matters. There are several gaps along the Loop Trail and The Meadoway that need to be filled, while Scarborough residents have been calling for the West Scarborough Rail Trail to be built for more than 50 years already.
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Spacing @spacing.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
EXCLUSIVE: Inside the contract to rip out Toronto’s bike lanes Spacing has obtained the RFP for the Ford government's bike lane removal, and it looks even worse than thought. spacing.ca/toronto/2026... #toronto #bikes #torontobike @cycletoronto.bsky.social
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EXCLUSIVE: Inside the contract to rip out Toronto's bike lanes - Spacing Toronto
After the Ontario Court of Appeal (ONCA) shot down CycleTO’s legally innovative charter challenge that sought to stop Doug Ford’s attack on the city’s bike lanes, Queen’s Park wasted little time befor...
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thanks @gbayliss.bsky.social for calling out Premier Doug Ford's callous disregard for fallen cyclists. For him to respond "LMAO" to someone whose friend was killed cycling on Avenue Road in 2024 is disgusting and irresponsible! #shame #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Definitely worth doing! However, the one in April was pretty crazy with all different kinds of weather being thrown at us.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Thanks @bikewaysto.bsky.social & Scarborough Junction Community for hosting today's Loop Trail and Scarborough Link rides which call for closing the gaps on their respective trails. You can read about the Loop Trail ride on my blog. #BikeTO #ScarbTO #TOpoli www.twowheeledpolitics.ca/2026/09/sept...
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September 2026 Loop and Link Ride
A blog about cycling and political advocacy based in Toronto, Canada. (#BikeTO)
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Yes, I saw those sand patches on the Lower Don this morning when riding the Loop Trail. Absolute fail on the City's part. And yet there could be another closure to complete that ramp to Riverdale Park? SMH!
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Madeleine Bonsma-Fisher, PhD @mbonsma.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
New permanent cycle track on Danforth 😍 #BikeTO #TOphoto
A raised protected cycle track just finished construction on Danforth Ave East of MainA raised protected cycle track just finished construction on Danforth Ave East of Main with a large buffer zone and curb extensions
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
What do #BikeTO folks think about this Green Links idea? The Warden Corridor - part of the 2025-27 Bike Plan - is long overdue while the Dorset Park Green Link could be an opportunity to build on the existing path from Kennedy Station to The Meadoway #ScarbTO #TOpoli www.krissan4scarb.ca/greenlinks
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Scarborough Green Links
Krissan Veerasingam for Scarborough Centre
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
I agree with five of their six picks, but don't know enough about the Etobicoke North candidate. Disappointed that Jennifer Alexander didn't get any high profile endorsements even though she's running against the worst person on council.
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Janet Joy 🇨🇦 @jsquaredink.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
People of all ages and abilities ride bicycles for transportation in Toronto on our public streets.
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Jun Nogami @jnyyz.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Sept 2026 Critical Mass This month's ride started at High Park. A pretty big crowd. This guy had a great lighted sign. You might guess who it is referring to at the moment. Two of the many usual suspects it was great to see. David goes over some safety instructions. And we're off for one lap of…
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Sept 2026 Critical Mass
This month's ride started at High Park. A pretty big crowd. This guy had a great lighted sign. You might guess who it is referring to at the moment. Two of the many usual suspects it was great to see. David goes over some safety instructions. And we're off for one lap of High Park. I'm corking at the Grenadier. It took a looong time for everyone to go by.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
So sad I couldn't make it to this one but do wonder whether last month's Critical Mass ride or this one was bigger. Last month's effectively took over the Prince Edward Viaduct and then some.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
For sure. Still need to make sure people go vote, but it helps debunk earlier reports about the mayoral race tightening.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Yet another example of Brad Bradford acting like an ass! He not only attacks Chow by calling her an #NDP Mayor, but also by claiming she wouldn't do a line-by-line audit when very little savings were found the last time this was done! 31 days left to #StopBradford! #shame #TOpoli #ReElectChow
Facebook post from Brad Bradford on September 25, 2025

NDP Mayor Olivia Chow says an audit would “tell us things we already know.” Yet Toronto’s budget has doubled from $9.4B to $18.9B since the last line-by-line review.

If she knows where the money is going, why won’t she look?

I’ll open the books and freeze your taxes to get answers.

Image is of Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow with the text "Why won't she look?"
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Are you referring to Damerla? If so, she's more a Ford wannabee when she constantly railed against the Bloor Street Redesign two years ago.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
A Forum Research poll conducted on September 23 found Olivia Chow continues to lead Brad Bradford 46% to 35%. Chow's support is highest in Old Toronto, East York, and Scarborough, while she's only 2-3% behind Bradford in Etobicoke and North York. #TOpoli www.forumresearch.com/news/2026/09...
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Forum Research Inc.
Forum Research is a full-service qualitative and quantitative market research firm located in downtown Toronto specializing in Market Research, Customer Satisfaction, Consumer Research, Customer Exper...
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safestreetsto.bsky.social @safestreetsto.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
This is a very effective presentation on turning movement count (TMC) #opendata that is publicly available on the Toronto website. More of this type of data daylighting is needed on corridors under threat by #bill212! (Hint: pattern looks similar!) #biketo
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Haven't you heard, Michael? Mississauga "deserves" a subway now. 😏
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Brilliant call out by @cycletoronto.bsky.social which argues the Ontario government could double the $49M in small business supports if they weren't intent on ripping out bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge, and University! ✊🚲 #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A poll commissioned by Share The Road and the Ontario Traffic Council found 64% of Ontarians believe cities - not Queen's Park - should decide where bike lanes should go. #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero sharetheroad.ca/news/64-of-o...
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64% of Ontarians Say Municipalities, Not Queen’s Park, Should Decide on Local Bike Lanes - Share the Road Cycling Coalition
64% of Ontarians Say Municipalities, Not Queen's Park, Should Decide on Local Bike Lanes New provincial poll finds support for local decision-making in every region of Ontario,while support for safer ...
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I think the Ipsos numbers may need to be redone to show only decided voters in order to be consistent with other polls. If you remove the 30% undecided, you would have 51% for Olivia Chow, 30% for Brad Bradford, and 6% for Chris Alexander. #TOpoli
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Arthur Gron @arthurgron.mstdn.ca.ap.brid.gy · 23/09/2026
#Toronto progress in the #LRT the bridge across the Humber river continues to be built. #TTC this is at Jane and Eglinton. #Topoli #Onpoli
Bridge work across an intersection
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Thanks @yonge4all.bsky.social for launching this new letter writing campaign calling on Doug Ford to keep Yonge Street safe for all. Please sign & share widely. #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero actionnetwork.org/letters/a541...
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Tell Doug Ford to Keep Yonge Street Safe for All!
Yonge Street was once one of the most dangerous streets in Toronto. But residents let City Hall know that wasn’t good enough. Millions of dollars have been spent to improve a large part of Yonge. And ...
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Cycle Toronto @cycletoronto.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Ancillary side effects of Doug Ford's bike lane culture-war: "Residents in a Scarborough community are raising concerns after a stretch of roadway was reconfigured in large part to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists."
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‘Dangerous’ driving complaints from Scarborough neighbourhood following major street redesign
Residents in a Scarborough community are raising concerns after a stretch of roadway was reconfigured in large part to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
A new Ipsos poll found 36% of respondents would vote for Olivia Chow compared to 21% for Brad Bradford and 30% undecided. Make sure you get out and vote on October 26 (10 AM - 8 PM) or at the advance polls from October 6 to 11 (10 AM - 7 PM). #TOpoli www.ipsos.com/en-ca/olivia...
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Olivia Chow Maintains Mayoral Advantage Ahead of Toronto Election
Half (47%) of Torontonians believe Mayor Olivia Chow deserves re-election, increasing 5 points since last year, and her approval rating is holding steady at six in ten (59%). Mayor Chow currently hold...
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
He used to be a #CPC MP.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Just for a friendly reminder, the deadline to register for this Sunday's @velocanadabikes.bsky.social AGM featuring University of Windsor Law Professor Christopher Waters is Friday at 11:59 PM. #BikeSky #BikeTO #ottbike #VeloMTL #BikeHFX #BikeWPG #YYCbike #YEGbike #BikeYVR
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
I actually did engage him on an earlier post regarding policing and find he just doesn't get it. The attack against Progress Toronto confirmed it was best to just block him. Not to mention, Progress Toronto's candidate questionnaire did include some references about accessibility.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
For those of you following the Toronto election, I suggest blocking Devyn Stackhouse (electriccanvass . bsky . social) who's running in Toronto-Danforth. This kind of cheap shot against Progress Toronto claiming they are "ableist" is unacceptable. #shame #TOpoli
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Just for a friendly reminder, the September #CriticalMass ride is happening THIS FRIDAY! Meet 6 PM at High Park north entrance (Bloor & Colborne Lodge) for 6:30 PM departure. #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero
Critical Mass
High Park 6pm
Ride 630

Background image is from the August 2026 Critical Mass ride at Yonge & Bloor
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Community Bikeways - TCBC @bikewaysto.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Two rides. One goal. Working together for a world-class cycling loop! Sunday, Sept 27 -- 75km LOOP TRAIL ride - info/register with CommunityBikeways@gmail.com .... or the 21km LINK RIDE - info/register with ScarbJunction20@gmail.com TWO STARTING POINTS, same starting time. 9am. #biketo
The poster show riders of all ages cycling along a forested trail.
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My IRL friends call me Chris @christyceeck.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
“Here we have what looks like a bunch of political losers turning to AI to appear popular online. That’s the state of politics these days.” Brad Bradford, who stands for whatever he thinks will win him an election, is using it. No surprise. @rorywh.bsky.social w/great investigative work. #ToPoli
The task was named “Pushing Back on ‘Part of the Problem’ Attacks,” a reference to comments criticizing Bradford for inaction during his eight years on council.

One critic had replied to Bradford's post: “Haven't you been part of the municipal government for awhile, bradbrad? You're part of the problem lol.”

To push back, LogiVote's AI system had recommended seeding a counter-narrative.

The result, generated for us to post: “So tired of hearing the same excuses from city hall, while nothing changes. Brad, you’ve actually stood up for us — don’t let them say you haven’t tried. We need someone who won’t back down.”

The Victory App asked us to enter our X username to verify we complied and award us 25 in-app coins.

According to McKelvey, this allows campaigns to stay at arm's length from the posting itself, while maintaining control. “They want to show that you're doing the act independently so as not to violate [platform rules], but then they automate the monitoring of it,” he explained.
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Dylan Reid @dylanreid.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Walk Toronto has sent out a municipal election action alert with 5 questions to ask your councillor and mayoral candidates about making Toronto a better city for walking. #walkTO #TOpoli mailchi.mp/61d95a9691f8/walk-toronto-news-winter-10598788?e=500c665649
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Over 100 people took part in the 2026 Scarborough South Loop ride hosted by The Driveside. My blog post about the ride is now up for your viewing pleasure. #BikeTO #ScarbTO www.twowheeledpolitics.ca/2026/09/2026...
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2026 Scarborough South Loop Ride
A blog about cycling and political advocacy based in Toronto, Canada. (#BikeTO)
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Yeah, I am not a fan of Shan either. Was furious when he ran for a provincial seat only weeks after winning a trustee by-election in 2016. He's a crass opportunist. And don't get me started when he capitulated on the Scarborough subway during that provincial by-election in question.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Can't disagree on how a lot of the problems require federal and provincial action. As for the homelessness issue, it's pretty bad in my hometown of Moncton, while I saw some encampments along the Oro Medonte Trail near Orillia last month.
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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Toronto malaise. Highly engaged political people & those w a passing interest in politics, express a kind of malaise about Toronto. That it's lost & drifting. Is it? What's the source of the discontent? I tried to pick that a part in my @thestar.com today. Writing to think & understand something.
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Shawn Micallef: Why Toronto’s next mayor — no matter who it is — won’t be able to ‘fix’ the city
As the municipal election continues, a malaise hangs over Toronto. The problems we face are far bigger than one city can solve.
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august 🍂 @auguststreet.ca · 19/09/2026
usual sight on the toronto subway at 11:30pm. don't let campaigning right-wingers tell you transit is a desolate wasteland and no one's taking it because they fear for their life. that is so far from the truth in toronto. ask any of these people what they want most & they'll say "run more trains"
crowded subway train interior
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
The latest Missing Middle Podcast with @carastern.bsky.social & @shifter.info does a good job looking into bikelash. Argues bike advocates are good at getting decision makers on board but not with winning the hearts and minds of suburbanites. #BikeTO #TOpoli #ONpoli www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z76...
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Why Everyone Is Fighting Over Bike Lanes
YouTube video by Missing Middle Podcast
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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Trump claims Canada joining the EU is a “hostile act” He calls the Prime Minister “Governor”. He posts maps that show Canada as the 51st State. He’s renamed Lake Ontario “Lake America”. Every one of these things is a hostile act. Carney joining the EU is good leadership.
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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
This past Wednesday, I joined Dismount Bike Shop for a group ride along the West Toronto Railpath and through High Park which about 30 to 40 people took part. You can read about the ride on my blog and hope you get more riding in this fall. 🚲 #BikeTO #TOpoli www.twowheeledpolitics.ca/2026/09/sept...
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September 2026 Dismount Social Ride
A blog about cycling and political advocacy based in Toronto, Canada. (#BikeTO)
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My IRL friends call me Chris @christyceeck.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Editorial board: "Mr. Ford insists this is a common-sense approach to tackling congestion. But a possible tell that this is more about culture-war politics is that he is making no effort to remove parking spaces, which take up more room than bicycle lanes." #BikeTo #OnPoli #ToPoli
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