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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Correction to Recent Post on Discussion of Bill C-39 - September 29, 2026 This weekend, I filmed a conversation with a labour activist about Bill C-39, collective bargaining, and protecting the right to strike in Canada. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

September 29, 2026 In solidarity with USW Local 1005 @uswmetallos.bsky.social USW District 6 steelworkers in the City of Hamilton. We must protect all workers! ✊ #HamOnt #CDNPoli #ONPoli #CityofHamilton #HamiltonOntario

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Thank You to All My Endorsers - September 29, 2026 I'm incredibly grateful for the endorsements and support my campaign for Mayor of Hamilton has received. ❤️ *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

NO BAD LANDLORDS - September 28, 2026 🏠 NO BAD LANDLORDS. That principle should apply whether your landlord is a private corporation, an individual property owner, or the City itself. My approach to housing is shaped by lived experience. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On Bill C-39 - September 28, 2026 Workers' rights are not abstract. They shape whether people have the power to defend their wages, working conditions and livelihoods. *continued in the comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A Note of Appreciation for St. Elizabeth Village - September 27, 2026 Last week, I had the privilege of attending the candidate event at St. Elizabeth Village *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A Conversation on Industrial Developments, Local Impact & Transparency - September 27, 2026 A recent meeting of the Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville chapter of the Congress of Union Retirees of Canada (CURC) included a resolution brought forward by- *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Connections and Development with CUPE 3906 - September 26, 2026 Yesterday I had the privilege of attending the CUPE 3906 event at the McMaster Office of Community Engagement. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

An Important Conversation on Geriatrics - September 26, 2026 This week I attended the mayoral candidates debate on older adult issues at Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Standing in Support for Education Workers - September 25, 2026 Thank you to the members of the Ontario School Board Council of Unions who joined CUPE 7800 members and me to talk about the realities facing education workers and students across Ontario. *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Questions in the Park with Scarlett Gillespie - September 28, 2026 🏠 Questions in the Park: What am I hearing from renters in Rent-Geared-to-Income and other housing across Hamilton? I keep hearing from tenants who feel unheard. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Rent Control & Hamilton's Future Housing Policy - September 26, 2026 For many people, moving out on their own (or simply finding a residence they can afford) feels increasingly out of reach. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hamilton Black Community Mayoral Debate - September 25, 2026 I am grateful to have been included in last night’s Hamilton Black Community Mayoral Debate at the Afro Canadian Caribbean Association Hamilton ❤️ *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Scarlett on Hamilton's Future Rental Conditions - September 24, 2026 In this conversation, I talk about one part of my mayoral platform: expanding rental housing licensing across Hamilton. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join CUPE 7800 on October 13! - September 24, 2026 Hamilton's healthcare workers deserve to be heard. Hamilton Health Sciences has announced plans to eliminate 413 positions, including 143 nursing positions. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hamilton Recovery Awareness Day - September 23, 2026 Today I had the privilege of attending Hamilton Recovery Awareness Day at Gage Park and speaking alongside people who know that recovery, dignity, and community belong together. 💜 *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Great Smudge Fall Equinox Fire Ceremony - September 23, 2026 I was grateful to attend Grandmother Carmen and Edwin’s Great Smudge Fall Equinox Fire Ceremony and to be welcomed into a space of ceremony, reflection, community and connection. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

American Doctor Screening & Clarifications- September 22, 2026 Last night I attended the screening of American Doctor at the Playhouse Cinema followed by a discussion with physicians who have worked in Gaza. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Elizabeth Sweeting's Delegation about First Place and 30 Sanford Ave. - September 22, 2026 *TO WATCH THE FULL VIDEO, PLEASE CLICK HERE: t.co/jvAoNBfr0R Tenant voices belong at the table, especially when the subject is their own homes. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Thank you to ODF and Hamilton's Deaf Community - September 22, 2026 I was grateful to attend the Ontario Deaf Foundation's flag-raising ceremony and to spend time with members of Hamilton's Deaf community. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join the Hamilton Coalition to Stop the War Meeting on September 30 - September 21, 2026 Public Apology: I am Pro-Ukraine and apologize for the use of "Zelensky Regime" in document, which was not my writing. I stand in solidarity with Ukraine. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Art Exhibition Openings at WAHC - September 20, 2026 I'm grateful to have been part of a powerful evening at the Workers Arts & Heritage Centre celebrating the dual openings of Anahí González's Para Ayer/Due Yesterday and Work In Progress: Survival and Dignity. *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Endorsement from Fred Hahn - September 20, 2026 I'm deeply grateful to receive the endorsement of Fred Hahn. Fred has spent decades in the labour movement fighting for workers, public services, equity, and social justice. *continued in comments

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daily dose of estragon @craigburley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We already knew that mayor candidate Rob Cooper was very close politically to neo-Nazi Paul Fromm of course; Vote Compass didn’t have to tell us. Cooper’s extreme-right politics have long been public record. bsky.app/profile/scar...

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daily dose of estragon @craigburley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The “Vote Compass” guy is modelling notorious neo-Nazi Paul Fromm as a centrist because that’s who the vote compass guy (it’s run by McMaster prof Clifton van der Linden) is

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daily dose of estragon @craigburley.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Anyway, if you want a Mayor that the worst people trying to control this country absolutely despise… vote Scarlett @scarlettformayor.bsky.social

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Meet their Candidates with B'nai Brith & the Hamilton Jewish Foundation - September 19, 2026 Thank you to B'nai Brith Canada and the Hamilton Jewish Foundation for welcoming candidates to their Meet the Candidates event this week. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Feature in CBC Hamilton - September 19, 2026 Petition: l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http... This CBC Hamilton article by Aura Carreño Rosas highlights an important question about how candidates are included in public election debates. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Homemade, Handwritten, Hamilton - September 19, 2026 Sometimes a handmade sign carries more history than a professionally printed one. When fellow mayoral candidate Erin Janus sent me this candid photo of a hand-lettered "Scarlett Gillespie for Mayor" - *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Take Back the Night 2026 - September 18, 2026 I am deeply grateful that Take Back the Night continues to exist in Hamilton. 💜 *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Feature in The Bay Observer - September 17, 2026 Petition: l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http... Who gets to decide which mayoral candidates Hamilton gets to hear? *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Municipal Candidates Meeting with HRIC Hamilton - September 17, 2026 I am deeply grateful to the Hamilton Indian Regional Centre for welcoming me to last night's municipal candidates meeting. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

To Be Released Interview with Siren Yanka - September 16, 2026 Thank you to Siren Yannka for interviewing me today with The GTV Network. Looking forward to sharing the complete video with y'all! Vote Scarlett for Mayor of the @cityofhamilton.bsky.social

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Doug Ford Pushes for AI Data Centre in Hamilton - September 16, 2026 Reposted from No AI Greed in Hamilton: 🤡 This week, Ford put forward the Slate Steelport AI data centre as a part of Carney’s CEO summit - *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Endorsement from Sid Ryan - September 15, 2026 I am incredibly honoured to announce that @sidryan.bsky.social, former President of the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL), has endorsed my campaign for Mayor of Hamilton. To listen, please visit: t.co/pPWB0LLpOU *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Happy 10th Anniversary L'Arche Hamilton! - September 15, 2026 Today I was honoured to attend L'Arche Hamilton's 10th anniversary Ability Walk and Roll at Hamilton City Hall. ♿️💜 *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Hamilton Pagan Pride - September 15, 2026 What a beautiful experience celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hamilton Pagan Pride Day this weekend. 🌿✨Hamilton Pagan Pride Day 25th Anniversary! *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Accountability as a Mayoral Candidate - September 14, 2026 Keanin Loomis | Vote Loomis - Keanin Loomis for Mayor @voteloomis.bsky.social campaigns on “accountability” and “taxpayer respect.” But accountability also means being honest about the company you keep. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A Note of Appreciation for Jonathan and Isabella Bergeron - September 14, 2026 Yesterday during Supercrawl, I had the opportunity to meet with Jonathan Joseph Bergeron, co-director of The Spider's street crew & Spider's Rose's, and learn more about the grassroots work - *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Steve Bunn's Support of My Inclusion in the Mayoral Debate - September 12, 2026 Hamilton deserves a real mayoral debate, not a carefully curated conversation among the candidates establishment institutions have decided are acceptable. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

An Important Conversation with Chief Sault - September 11, 2026 Today I had the privilege of meeting with Chief Margaret Sault of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation to discuss my candidacy for Mayor and what a more meaningful relationship - *continued

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Take Back the Night 2026 is Coming! - September 11, 2026 Take Back the Night is ONE WEEK AWAY!! We at SWAP - Sex Workers' Action Program Hamilton are so excited and hope you will join us as part of SACHA'S TBTN event - *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Scarlett Fever! - September 10, 2026 🪧 SCARLETT FEVER is here! ❤️ As part of the Scarlett4Mayor campaign, we’re inviting people to get creative: make your own DIY “Scarlett for Mayor” sign, then share a selfie or short video showing off your creation. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A New Path of Consideration of AI Data Centres in Hamilton - September 9, 2026 Hamilton may have another opportunity to put the brakes on AI data-centre development. This time, Council needs to listen. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Notice of Motion - September 9, 2026 Thank you to Tom Jackson, Ward 6 Councillor for putting forward this Notice of Motion for tomorrow in the @cityofhamilton.bsky.social CC: Jason Farr #CDNPoli #ONPoli #CityofHamilton #HamOnt #HamiltonOntario

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A Note of Appreciation for Kim Anne Ritchie - September 9, 2026 Last Wednesday’s conversation on homelessness reminded me why lived experience has to be in the room when we talk about the future of Hamilton. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Gage Park Jesus Festival - September 9, 2026 Last weekend, I spent some time canvassing at Jesus Festival in Gage Park, surrounded by music, worship, families, community and people coming together around their faith. *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Labour Day Classic - September 8, 2026 More photos from yesterday, taken by George Assaf. I also met Steve Paikin (@spaikin.bsky.social). There are few things more Hamilton than Labour Day, the Hamilton Tiger Cats, and a sea of black and gold. 🐯💛🖤 *continued in comments

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Scarlett J. Gillespie @scarlettformayor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Lisa La Rocca and Supercrawl - September 7, 2026 One of the lovely surprises at King William Comes Alive! was running into Lisa La Rocca. 💜 Lisa has given so much to Hamilton’s music, arts and cultural landscape. *continued in comments

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