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Taylor Bachrach

@taylorbachrach.bsky.social
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NDP Member of Parliament for Skeena-Bulkley Valley, former mayor, Smithereen. Wild rivers, deep snow, strong coffee, good people.

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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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NDP warns privatizing high-speed rail from Toronto to Quebec could kill passenger trains in rest of Canada | CBC News
80 per cent of Via Rail's revenue could be lost to high-speed replacement announced Tuesday, B.C. MLA warns.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
1.5 million Canadians have received care under the new dental plan!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Such an honour to be in Skidegate to witness the signing of the Chiix̲uujin / Chaaw K̲aawgaa “Big Tide (Low Water)” Haida Title Lands Agreement. A huge milestone in the journey toward reconciliation between Canada and the Haida. Congrats to the generations of leaders whose work led to this. Haawa!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Trump’s tariffs on Canadian aluminum are unfair and unproductive. We’re pushing the government to counter with targeted tariffs on US products and find new markets for Canadian aluminum. We’ll do everything we can to support the 1,500 workers at the Kitimat smelter.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Merci à l’AFFNO de m’avoir invité à ses festivités de la Cabane à Sucre à Prince Rupert. Cet organisme joue un rôle important dans la promotion de la langue et de la culture françaises dans notre région. De plus, la nourriture y est délicieuse!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Both Nordic and alpine skiing facilities in our region are having to adapt to warmer winters with less snow and more rain. It’s great to see the Shames team has a plan to adapt and grow, something I hope the federal government can support.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
It was interesting to learn about their climate resilience work at Shames. Due to efforts last season, the mountain was able to open a full month earlier than usual, despite a lower-than-normal snowpack.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
I get to meet with stakeholders in some unique “board rooms” — from riverbanks and underground mines to fire halls and fishing boats. Thursday, I got to meet with Gary and Christian from Shames Mountain. They assured me the most productive meetings are held on the chairlift. Agreed!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
Blunt Range on a bluebird day.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Thanks for visiting, @heathermcpherson.bsky.social !
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
It was an honour to be invited to Metlakatla for today’s Community Safety Forum and spend a few hours visiting folks in the community. Thanks for a warm welcome on a cold, rainy north coast day.
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Canadian MP Charlie Angus responded to Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st U.S. state by noting that existing laws prevent "sexual abusers" from leading his nation.
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Canadian MP shoots down Trump offer: 'Sexual abusers don't get to lead our nation'
Canadian MP Charlie Angus responded to President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st U.S. state by noting that existing laws prevent "sexual abusers" from leading his nation.In a Mon...
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The Globe and Mail @theglobeandmail.com · 06/01/2025
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Trudeau expected to announce resignation before national caucus meeting Wednesday
Sources say they are unsure about what the Liberal Party national executive plans to do to replace Trudeau as leader
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 04/01/2025
The totem pole stands in the entryway of France’s Musée du Quai Branly, elegant but somewhat out of place. Strangers breeze past often without a glance. For nearly a century, the pole has been separated from its people.
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How a Wet’suwet’en Totem Pole Wound Up in Paris | The Tyee
Inside a generational journey of reconnection and education.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Great film night fundraiser in Smithers for the Mountain Mentors program, which helps connect Indigenous youth with the land through skiing and snowboarding. Thanks to Kayla, Simbayez, Chelsie, Madeline, Abigail, Roberta and Raeden! Watch Riding Red here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=kNMt...
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Air Passenger Rights @airpassengerrights.ca · 30/12/2024
LISTEN: Canadian Transportation Agency officials evading questions about proposed amendments to the Air Passenger Protection Regulations @taylorbachrach.bsky.social rumble.com/v643urg-tech...
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Technical Briefing on Proposed APPR Amendments (Dec. 23, 2024) -- EXCERPT 1
Canadian Transportation Agency officials Tom Oommen and Judy Deland evading questions on proposed Air Passenger Protection amendments at a technical briefing on December 23, 2024.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
A little mountain magic from yesterday…
Michelle ski touringOn Hudson Bay Mountain, with view of ski cabins
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Here’s an NDP MP starter pack I put together…
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Canadian Paintings @canadianpaintings.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
A Walk in the Snow Jennifer Walton 2016
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Amidst a chaotic day in Ottawa, this appeared on page 248 of the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement. Work remains to make it a reality, but an official federal commitment is a big milestone in our efforts to secure fairness for Haida Gwaii. Congrats to all who worked to reach this point.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
A little mountain medicine on a Sunday morning. Everything is better above the clouds.
Taylor in ski gear Mountain scenery in winterA small creek in winter, not yet frozen overIn the alpine on Hudson Bay Mountain in winter, looking down on a blanket of clouds covering the Bulkley Valley
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Air Passenger Rights @airpassengerrights.ca · 11/12/2024
Air Canada must pay $10,000 to mistreated passengers, Yukon judge says "[Passengers] who saved for three years for their-one-week vacation were treated shamefully, being moved around without any thought of the effect of this experience [...]." @taylorbachrach.bsky.social
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
I’ve initiated 6 days of hearings on whether communities are protected from spills and fires caused by the rail transport of dangerous goods. Yesterday, I questioned Transport Canada’s officials responsible for dangerous goods and rail safety. Their inability to answer basic questions was shocking
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TRAN Committee - Rail Safety
YouTube video by Taylor Bachrach NDP
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Faced with airlines charging passengers junk fees for basic services like carry-on luggage, the Liberals plan to once again politely ask the CEOs to change their ways. If only someone had the power to regulate airlines on behalf of Canadians…
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
Our plan takes the GST off home heating, phone and internet bills, kids’ clothes and more. We’d make it permanent, too, meaning more savings for families. (And small biz would only have to change their prices once) Monday’s the vote.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
I’m still pushing the government to restore the full Northern Residents Tax Deduction for the residents of Haida Gwaii. With the cost of living higher than ever and the government’s Fall Economic Statement coming in just days, it’s time for this change.
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The Beaverton @thebeaverton.com · 03/12/2024
NEWS IN PHOTO: Conservatives insist showing up drunk to House of Commons vote was tribute to John A. MacDonald
A group of Conservative MPs sitting in the House of Commons who may or may not be super wasted, next to a picture of John A. MacDonald, who was definitely super wasted.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Deeply disturbing rhetoric. The mayors and councillors I’ve worked with are the most dedicated, community minded folks you’ll meet. Disparaging them for cheap political points does our country a disservice.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
I was honoured to be in Gitwinksihlkw last night to attend the memorial of Sim’oogit Hay’maas, Chester Moore. Chester was an artist, a composer of songs, and a force behind the annual Hobiyee celebration, among many other things. He was “a giant of Nisga’a culture.” May his memory be a blessing.
Memorial in Gitwinksihlkw for the late Nisga’a chief Chester Moore.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
Nice to have snow for Smithers’ annual Christmas in the Valley event! Thanks to the Downtown Merchants Association for an enjoyable evening.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Yet another story involving the airlines’ mistreatment of passengers with disabilities. Yet another day that goes by without the government acting to protect their safety, dignity and human rights.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
In warm, snowless Ottawa, missing this back home…
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Great to have Bulkley Valley teacher, community volunteer and all-around wonderful person Christine Tessier in the House of Commons today!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Fantastic work. Easy to get behind this kind of bold vision.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Honoured to hold down the fort with this crew, debating until midnight the potentially devastating impacts of Trump’s promised 25% tariffs on Canadian exports.
NDP MPs Blake Desjarlais, Peter Julian, Taylor Bachrach and Lisa Marie Barron in the House of Commons at the end of the emergency debate on American tariffs.
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Brian Masse @brianmasse.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
I am pleased to see that the Speaker granted the NDP's emergency debate on Trump’s proposed tariffs. Canadian jobs are at risk. We need all hands on deck.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Thrilled my little video “Paddle to the People” has been selected as a finalist for this year’s SkeenaWild Film Fest. If you missed the screenings, you can watch it here… m.youtube.com/watch?v=Vfj9...
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Paddle to the People 2024
YouTube video by Taylor Bachrach NDP
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 26/11/2024
Why does Poilievre keep saying the Nazis were socialists? A right-wing interpretation of history links fascism and socialism. How accurate is it? A Tyee explainer.
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Why Does Poilievre Keep Saying the Nazis Were Socialists? | The Tyee
A right-wing interpretation of history links fascism and socialism. How accurate is it? A Tyee explainer.
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Jenn @jennsaidthis.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Thank you @taylorbachrach.bsky.social for meeting with us today to discuss airport issues. Dignity & respect in the workplace is a basic human right.
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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
A person on a bicycle is by far the most energy-efficient among animals and machines per distance traveled relative to body weight. The bicycle is magic. www.jstor.org/stable/24923...
A graph titled "Cost of Transport" showing the relationship between body weight (in kilograms) and energy consumption for distance traveled (calories per gram per kilometer) for various animals and machines. It highlights that a person on a bicycle ranks first in efficiency.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Tough to say if this take is woke or lit, Andrew. Doesn’t sound lit.
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
I’m deeply touched to have been given this blanket by the Patrick family, in gratitude for my tribute in the House to the late Kirsten Patrick.
Taylor with the Patrick family on November 20, 2024
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Peter Julian 🇨🇦 @mrpeterjulian.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
The temporary GST relief is not enough! Why is the Liberal government leaving out seniors and people with disabilities who didn’t work in 2023 from receiving the $250 cheque? @jagmeetsingh.bsky.social & the #NDP will fight for vulnerable Canadians to ensure they also get the $250 relief!
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The Beaverton @thebeaverton.com · 22/11/2024
Opinion: Bluesky is a dangerous echo chamber because no one wants to hear from me, specifically
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Opinion: Bluesky is a dangerous echo chamber because no one wants to hear from me, specifically
They just… blocked me. Like I’m some kind of annoyance, rather than the iconoclastic and fascinating truth-teller which I know myself to be.
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Darcy Higgins 🏳️‍⚧️ @darcyhiggins.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Please sign and repost if you support strengthening #rail in Canada! www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en... @taylorbachrach.bsky.social #viarail #publictransit #cdntransit #cdnclimate #cdnpoli
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Petition e-5097 - Petitions
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
The others are coming!
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
My NDP colleagues and I have been pushing to make life more affordable by taking the GST off essentials. Tomorrow, the PM is caving to our demand and announcing a winter GST holiday on some essentials. This is a win for families struggling to get by. His plan is temporary. We’d make it permanent.
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Trudeau to unveil GST relief in multibillion-dollar affordability announcement
The plans would require legislated changes, which means the Liberals will need the support of another party to first end the two-month stand-off in the House of Commons that has stymied most other wor...
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Thirty Canadian MPs — including NDP and Green leaders Jagmeet Singh and Elizabeth May, and four members of the governing Liberal caucus — have joined forces with counterparts in New Zealand and Australia in support of recognizing a Palestinian state.
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Canadian MPs join international push for recognition of Palestinian state
Raffy Boudjikanian, Holly Cabrera - CBC News
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Taylor Bachrach @taylorbachrach.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Canadian families are getting gouged on essentials while big corporations are posting record profits. We have a plan to take the GST off heating, phone/internet and kids’ clothes and pay for it by taxing excess profits. (In 2020, the PBO found such a tax would bring in $7.9 billion/yr)
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