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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 12h

Behavioural impacts of childhood lead poisoning and legacy consequences from stigmatization of psychotherapy?

Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I'll be talking about this work next Tuesday Oct 7 at the Canadian Ecotoxicity Workshop here in Saskatoon. Looking forward to seeing folks there!

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Controversy is building over plans to treat and release oilsands tailings, CBC has reported. There is a clear research need here, but who's willing to open their wallets and fund it? youtu.be/fKZ84STdjAE?...

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Fort Chipewyan protests plan to treat and release oilsands tailings water

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Dena McMartin 🇨🇦 @dwmcmartin.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

For some, kindness and generosity, tolerance and inclusion are weakness. In Canada, we know these are strengths.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I see AI slop posted in droves on LinkedIn. For a site supposedly dedicated to "the grind," these folks sure do eagerly out themselves as lazy and low-effort.

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Dr. Merritt Rae Turetsky @queenofpeat.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

To become a BOG CHAMPION and protect these misunderstood yet essential ecosystems, please pick up a copy of Bogland, which has a bog bucket list of things you can do (and great spots to visit, to give a big thanks to the bog this fall). wwnorton.com/books/bogland profilebooks.com/work/boglands/ 6/6

Image of the two covers of the book Bogland

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

"Since the dawn of technology, we’ve been picking at the locks, trying to free Being from the shackles of Doing." What a bar, damn. Was not expecting to get slapped with flashbacks of Continental Philosophy class this early in the morning.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

youtu.be/6IFVTcM28KA This is effing nuts. I have an LG TV in my living room. I think I need a new TV. How long will Costco accept returns?

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216,000,000 Spy TVs | The LG Smart TV Problem

YouTube video by Gamers Nexus

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darth™️ @darthbluesky.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

these stories always make me think about the politicians demanding that companies like apple provide back doors to their encryption

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

This might be one of the most impactful publications I've participated in to-date. New article out today touching on organic contaminant occurrence, transport, and fate in Athabasca River tributaries shows that these ecosystems have likely been adapting to bitumen for a very long time.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Hey Cynthia Block, can we have bike lanes back in #YXE?

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

youtube.com/playlist?lis... Protest the Hero - "Kezia" It's progressive metalcore, so not for everyone, but I love it.

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Kezia - YouTube

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

A long time ago, my parents were absolutely convinced that storing pineapples upside-down on the counter made them sweeter before cutting. That or my parents were swinging. Rooting for option 1.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Another red-eye flight, another morning where anticipation of *something* going wrong getting to the airport completely derails any wink of sleep I might have gotten.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Having participated in related meetings, communities are being clearly and loudly represented. What that means in terms of influencing outcomes is anyone's guess.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Currently involved in workshops trying to define "naphthenic acids" etc following recommendations from AB Gov's Oil Sands Mine Water technical committee. Very good initiative. Having only been on the technical side (not policy), what a task to herd the proverbial cats. Hard to foresee the outcomes.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I haven't seen anyone bring a casserole to a potluck since my childhood. I concur.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

I thought this was a stupid little game, and it is, but it scratches a different part of my brain than Wordle. Everyone should try the Poople. poople.io

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Poople - Daily Word Game

The game where you turn words into poop! New game every day. Can you find the shortest path?

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Alex Usher @alexusherhesa.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

International Student Enrolments in Canadian Colleges by Major Field of Study. Interesting pattern. Wonder what could have caused it.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Who knew Scooby Doo is an existentialist "Do-be-do-be-do!"

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Thursday was my last day with Environment Canada after my "voluntary departure." I'm sad to leave my excellent colleagues. Further, I'm sad that research capacity is eroding away in the org that remains.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

"Shrinking" is a fun show, but it's so utterly out of touch. All the financial and class struggles are so utterly absent that folks then have the privilege of working through psych struggles. It scratches the same itch as wishful day-dreaming after buying a lotto ticket.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Unexpected side-effect post-grad studies is that I have trouble enjoying old hobbies. There's a little gremlin constantly whispering "but that's not productive." Any tips for slaying the guilt gremlin and chilling out?

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Bradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Coffee, straight out of my nose.

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Rory Johnston @roryjohnston.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

🇨🇦 Believing that half my fellow citizens have "bad" morality and ethics couldn't be a more foreign concept to me. It's much easier to bridge divides and arrive at reasonable compromise when you start from the premise that *most* people are, in fact, acting in good faith. Glad to see that reflected

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Canadian Ecotoxicity Workshop @ecotoxcan.ca · 10/02/2026

We're excited to welcome you all to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for the 52nd Annual Canadian Ecotoxicity Workshop, October 4 to 7, 2026! Stay tuned to LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/cana...) and our website (ecotoxcan.ca) for the latest information. #CEW2026 #Saskatoon

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Environment Canada is "discontinuing my function" as a part of ongoing workforce adjustments. If there are any opportunities for a dynamic, coachable environmental professional in Canada, I would be glad to learn about them.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

As I ask myself why I live where I live, I repeat, "no hurricanes, no earthquakes, no tsunamis, no alligators."

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Rory Johnston @roryjohnston.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Alberta oil and gas royalty income surged as oil sands projects shifted from pre- to post-payout royalty rates and both global crude prices/WCS differentials held strong.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

When I started undergrad, an old teacher of mine asked if I'd ever consider becoming a teacher. Rather than taking that as a compliment (kudos, teachers), I mentioned how I didn't appreciate how teachers got so frequently politicized. So instead I became a public servant. D'oh.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Ever wanted to be a winter cycling commuter, but don't know where to start? I've been winter cycling the last two years in Saskatoon, and have some thoughts about what's essential and how to survive.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Re-watching "Bones," and the lack of PPE is positively stunning.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Just finished coding & graphing a dataset 10 min ahead of a meeting. Does this teach me to do better next time, or that I can get away with regular last-minute rushes? I suspect the latter.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Philosophy major? I couldn't hack it. Philosophy minor? Just right. The "partially-examined life" is still plenty rich.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

This felt better than it should have. Going to get the "bilingual bonus" yet

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Convocation was more fun than I imagined it would be. I'm especially glad my kids prepped me to have fun with dress-up 🙂 Now it's Dr. Dad forever and always.

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Polling Canada @canadianpolling.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

"No matter how hard I work, every year it seems more difficult to get by" Agree: 64% Neutral: 19% Disagree: 15% Innovative / Oct 27, 2025 / n=2500 / Online

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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

You gently run your hand through the rack. You can feel it—pure cotton, rich wool, Irish linen. The plump buttonholes are handsewn; the buttons attached with a firm shank. You flip the price tag over. It's affordable You buy the jacket and go home, which is only 15 mins away. Your apt is $600/month

Headline reads: Altman says ChatGPT will soon allow erotic for adult users.

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Ian Vander Meulen, PhD @vandermeuleni.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Was my first CEW experience, but will not be my last. Thanks to the folks who let this chemist cosplay as a toxicologist the last few days ❤️

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Hon. Thomas A. Lukaszuk @lukaszukab.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

We’re not there yet. We still have 21 days to reach our 300,000 signatures. Please, take a moment and sign the petition. It’s up to you now. www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6NW... #ForeverCanadian