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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 9h

Councillor Shawn Menard is a great colleague, and I was happy to get his support while out door-knocking yesterday in Trend-Arlington. In fact, he got to knock on the door of the house on Bellman Drive where he lived for a few years as a young teen. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Want to volunteer on my campaign, but can't commit much time? Join our BLITZ DAYS on Oct 3rd and 10th. It's the perfect activity for someone who just wants to come out once. Sign up to volunteer today, and you can pick one of our BLITZ DAY shifts. Thanks for the support! www.seandevine2026.ca/shifts

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Happy October, Ward 9! After announcing that OC Transpo's highly-missed express bus route 282 was coming back into service later this month, I saw quite the exciting response on Facebook. Check it out on this short video.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We can't stop the storms, but we can be ready for them. Ward 9 has faced devastating floods, windstorms & power outages. Having led on-the-ground disaster response efforts over several years—including during this summer's floods—I know we must move from reactive recovery to proactive protection. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I just did a rather unusual interview with CBC where the journalist addressed one of the more unusual moments of this 2026 election campaign. I can't predict how the interview will come across, but he was curious about the incident that led to me becoming a GIF.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🌧️⚡ "We can't stop the storms, but we can be ready for them." Ever since the 2018 tornado—when my community association won United Way Community Builder of the Year—I’ve organized response efforts across 6+ natural disasters. Ottawa needs proactive weather resilience. 🧵 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Yes, I said it on TV: "In Ward 9, there's nothing sexier than a dry basement." 😉 People always say "infrastructure isn't sexy" because you can't hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new water main. But after this summer, the priorities are clear. 🧵👇(1/5)

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🏗️ Ottawa’s infrastructure is facing a major crisis—especially in Ward 9, where decades of delayed maintenance on roads, sewers, and facilities created a multi-billion dollar funding gap. Waiting until things break costs taxpayers far more in the long run. (1/5)

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I'm proud of my campaign's fundraising so far: 115 individual donors with an average donation of $126 (max $500). 96% of donors live in Ward 9, and not a penny comes from developers. Support my grassroots campaign here: www.seandevine2026.ca/donate 🧵👇1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Why do I have the feeling that I’m about to become a GIF?

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Clearly, this line from my opponent in today’s debate had me a perplexed. It was such a ridiculous lie. I’ll have more to say on this tomorrow, but it’s the second falsehood she’s said about me publicly. When I asked her where she got this bit of info: “I read it on Google.”

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The Midnight Sign Blitz is almost here! 🌙🪧 At the strike of midnight, teams across the city race to claim the best spots before anyone else. Get in on the most exciting night of the election: 🗓️ Thu, Sept 10 ➡️ Fri, Sept 11 ⏰ 11:30 PM arrival at my house 👥 2-person crews 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Our 2026 campaign website & platform are officially LIVE! To build a stronger future, we need to invest more in urgent priorities, spend smarter, and deliver better for Knoxdale-Merivale. Explore the platform, request a lawn sign, or volunteer at seandevine2026.ca

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

My campaign flyers are finally here, ready for our door-knocking to finally begin. I use a printing company owned by a resident who lives in my neighbourhood. He sent me a video of his 1957 Heidelberg printing press doing its job. Any machinery geeks out there who think this is as cool as I do?

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Ah, Sign Night—one of the most chaotic, exciting traditions of any election campaign! 🪧✨ At midnight, volunteers and candidates hit the streets to stake out the best spots across the city. If you want to join our re-election crew and get in on the fun, drop your info in our sign-up form below! 👇1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

💦🎉 A great day at Medhurst Park last week as we broke ground on the new splash pad! It was great to see so many families and children come out to celebrate this exciting community project. 📸 Photos: photos.app.goo.gl/6HpHLkjPh7VD... 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📢 Tonight's Public Info Session on the Viewmount Drive Traffic Calming Project starts at 6:00 p.m. Have concerns about speeding & traffic safety on Viewmount Drive? Join us online to learn more about the project, ask questions, and share your feedback. Details: www.seandevine.ca/public_info_... 1/

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Public Information Session – Viewmount Drive Traffic Calming Project

Ward 9, Knoxdale-Merivale

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

So who else is watching The Tragically Hip anniversary concert and remembering 10 years ago like it was yesterday and still finding it so sad that he’s gone?

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

It’s a very early morning interview on CBC Radio today (7:20 a.m.) to talk about permeable pavement and Ottawa’s need for better stormwater management infrastructure. I will try not to yawn into the microphone.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

It's the last regular issue of our Ward 9 Newsletter before we head into the Election Blackout. We talk about the disproportionate impact that this summer's storms have had on Ward 9, and the hottest conversation topic in town: infrastructure! Thanks for reading! www.seandevine.ca/august_18_20...

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August 18, 2026, Newsletter

Ward 9, Knoxdale-Merivale

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Could permeable pavement help solve Ottawa’s flooding problem? CTV News asked that today, highlighting an Ottawa-made technology that allows rainwater to pass through pavement and into the ground instead of overwhelming stormwater systems during heavy rainfall. 1/ www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

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Could permeable pavement help prevent flooding? A pilot project in Ottawa hopes so

One Ottawa-based company is looking to do use permeable pavement to help absorb rainfall and water. The city is now set to use it in a pilot project.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

🚗📢 Join us on Monday, August 24 at 6:00 p.m. for an online Public Information Session on the Viewmount Drive Traffic Calming Project. This project meeting will focus on improving safety conditions on Viewmount Drive between Merivale Rd. and Fisher Ave. 1/ www.seandevine.ca/public_info_...

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Public Information Session – Viewmount Drive Traffic Calming Project

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Can someone let me know if the power is back on in Country Place or Pineglen? I just got off the phone with the CEO of Hydro Ottawa, and he told me that he is seeing the power was restored there about 10 minutes ago.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Glad and grateful to see Hydro Ottawa out replacing those two damaged electrical poles on Baseline Road just east of Clyde. Those are the two poles I showed you earlier this morning at 2:00am. Now there will be brand new infrastructure here, and the lines will be powered back up soon.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

This is why there needs to be a very sober and serious discussion about all kinds of infrastructure upgrades - stormwater, sanitary, electrical, parks - to support this intensification. I know that developers have legislated requirements on some infra, but not some needs are not covered.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A lot fewer outages than last night, but many parts of Ward 9 are still without power. I'll keep checking in with Hydro Ottawa, but the intensity of last night's storm means that there are many outages with significant damage to repair.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I did a tour early this morning ing (1:30 am - 3:00 am) through parts of Ward 9 affected by last night’s thunderstorm/windstorm. Once again Fisher Heights and General Burns disproportionally impacted. Electrical poles down on Baseline plus multiple trees down throughout area. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Getting a few reports of downed trees due to tonight's windstorm. Call 3-1-1 right away if there is an immediate hazard caused by:  a tree or branch that's fallen on a house or vehicle;  a tree blocking the road or sidewalk; tree branches leaning on utility wires  ottawa.ca/en/3-1-1/rep...

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

When I saw how strong tonight's winds were, I knew we were going to end up with large-scale outages. Looks like most of these began around 10:30pm. I'll keep an eye on it, but this is going to last through the night for most residents.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

As you start off your day today, here’s a random act of kindness to share.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🚧💦 Exciting progress at Medhurst Park! Construction on the new Splash Pad is underway, with crews already mobilized on site and preparatory work in progress. We're looking forward to next week's groundbreaking and celebrating the start of Ottawa's newest splash pad with the community. 🎉🌞 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🔬 Big news for Ward 9! The federal government has awarded a $768.6M contract to build the new Regulatory and Security Science (RSS Main) campus on the CFIA site on Fallowfield Road.🏗️ 1/ www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

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Federal government announces $768M contract to build laboratory project in Ottawa

The federal government says it has awarded a $768.6-million contract to build several new laboratories on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) lab campus in Ottawa.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

With this October's election campaign heating up, I'm building the team for 2026! If you'd like to volunteer, request a lawn sign, make a donation, pledge your vote, or simply stay connected, I'd be grateful for your support. Sign up here. 1/ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Support Sean Devine's 2026 Re-Election Campaign

As the election campaign heats up, I'm looking forward to meeting with residents, and sharing my vision for Ward 9 and Ottawa. Ottawa needs to invest more, spend smarter, and deliver better. That mean...

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I'm concerned to hear about this idea from my Councillor Tierney. During a debate on "no right turn on red" earlier this year, we learned that these restrictions are put in place on a case-by-case basis, and only when safety concerns merit the restriction. 1/ www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

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Councillor wants Ottawa to explore more options to keep traffic moving downtown this fall

An Ottawa councillor wants the city to explore more options to keep commuters moving this fall as public servants head to the office four days a week, including allowing right turns on red lights at s...

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Serious vehicle crash in Ward 9. Thankfully no one injured, and no kids were present onsite. Not sure what happened, but the driver jumped the curb exiting the Shopper’s parking lot and crashed into the schoolyard.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Welcome to Ward 9, @arieltroster.com, where General Burns Pool is a much-loved local asset. But not only have austerity budgets prevented downtown residents from having outdoor pools, they also threaten the future of pools like General Burns. It’s at end-of-life with no replacement funding in sight.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🚧 Emergency Road Closure Notice - Fisher Heights 🚧 Residents should be aware of an emergency road closure on Hilliard Avenue, between Kesler Avenue and Sunnycrest Drive, due to urgent repairs required on the construction project's tower crane. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

As the official election campaign nears, I'm looking forward to hearing from residents & sharing my ideas for Ward 9 and Ottawa. The status quo is not acceptable, and much needs to be done. If you'd like to be part of the campaign, sign up at the link below. 1/ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Support Sean Devine's 2026 Re-Election Campaign

As Ottawa's official election campaign approaches on August 27th, I'm looking forward to meeting with residents, and sharing my vision for Ward 9 and Ottawa. I'm proud of the work I've done so far, bu...

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

What a day it was today, and twenty years ago today. Big love to my wife, and the four little people we brought along onto the journey with us.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

In our latest Ward 9 Newsletter, we provide new perspectives on the Canada Day Extreme Weather Event, along with an update on the July 23 stabbing incident in Craig Henry. 1/ 🔗 www.seandevine.ca/august_5_202...

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August 5, 2026, Newsletter

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

⚠️ Hydro Ottawa Notice ⚠️ On Aug. 6, Hydro Ottawa will be conducting emergency tree trimming on a storm-damaged tree affecting residents on Charkay St., Mulvagh Ave. and Walgate Ave. 1/ 🔌 Planned outage: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I’m taking my first brief holiday (two days) in I don’t know how long. It’s for our 20th Anniversary. I’m in Prince Edward County (Bloomfield at the moment) where I’m ashamed to say I’ve never been. It’s gorgeous out here.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It's been a busy summer responding to flooding and other challenges in Ward 9, but I've also officially filed my nomination papers with Elections Ottawa. I'm looking forward to meeting with residents and sharing my vision for Ward 9 and Ottawa. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

I appreciate the Ottawa Citizen covering this issue. But the headline implies that the primary concern in Craig Henry is Islamophobia. That's one part of it, but there is also a very real public safety concern that residents have been raising for years. 1/ ottawacitizen.com/news/local-n...

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After Craig Henry stabbing, Islamophobia a concern for some Nepean residents

Online hate comments were directed at Muslims and newcomers after the July 23 stabbing of a man in the neighbourhood.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

After spending the past 8 hours in the ER with a broken finger - I’m still here - this is the kind of awesome story I needed to read. www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

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Patient’s dream for a heavy metal concert at Bruyère Health comes true

A patient at Bruyère Health in Ottawa had his dream come true to experience a heavy metal concert.

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

⚡️ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE: After last night's storm, I was concerned to wake up and find that, in west Ottawa, Fisher Heights and Skyline appeared to be among the only areas significantly affected. Given the history of outages in these neighbourhoods, I immediately reached out for more information. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

As too often happens, if there's going to be a power outage in the west part of Ottawa, then it's going to happen in Fisher Heights and Skyline. While there have certainly been improvements in these areas compared to years past, we still need to know why this area is isolated. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A Special Weather Statement has been issued for our area, with 50mm - 100mm of rainfall possible, starting at 4am this morning and continuing through to Wednesday. Please take precautions if you can. 1/

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Sean Devine @seandevine9.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Come on down to Craig Henry Park for Summer Fun Day until 2pm. Free BBQ (sponsored by my office), soccer, other games, and kids can pop into an Ottawa Fire Services Fire Truck.

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