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The municipal Green Party for the City of Vancouver. Pete Fry for Mayor 2026! Get out to vote Oct. 17! Join/Donate/Volunteer www.vangreens.ca

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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today is the day! We have officially dropped our 2026 Platform! tinyurl.com/GreenPlatfor... <— check out all the details here, Vancouver! 💚📑 #vanpoli #vancouver #greenpartyvancouver
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
"People in crisis need help, not handcuffs." We’re dropping policy on CROW; a 24/7 non-police response team for non-emergency crises, plus a new Office of Community Safety to unite City departments on safety. For more: www.vangreens.ca/vancouver_gr... #vanpoli 🐦‍⬛
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Vancouver Greens Announce New 24/7 Non-Police CROW Team and Office of Community Safety
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Read all about Pete Fry's plan takes on Vancouver's housing challenges directly, with faster approvals, more housing choices in every neighbourhood, and building with BC wood to support forestry jobs across the province here: www.vangreens.ca/vancouver_gr... 🏡
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Vancouver Greens: Building the Housing We Need at Home
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
William Azaroff backs out of Vancouver mayoral race vancouversun.com/news/vancove...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
A huge thank you to William Azaroff & @onecityvan.bsky.social from us & @ptfry.bsky.social, for campaigning on real issues like housing, small businesses, affordability & more. Now's our chance for real change & growth with a city that works for you & a mayor who will too. VOTE Oct. 17! #VanPoli
A graphic with photos of mayoral candidate with the Green Party of Vancouver, Pete Fry, with William Azaroff and Stephanie Allen. Around it the words, "Vancouver's movement for real change is growing. A huge thank you, to William Azaroff and OneCity, for a great campaign and showing true leadership to the people of Vancouver. Together, we have one shared goal: A CITY THAT WORKS FOR YOU."A graphic featuring a quote from Pete Fry that reads, "William ran a serious campaign and raised real issue that matter to this city: housing, small business, affordibility... I want to thank him and everyone who worked on his campaign... With William stepping aside, progressive Vancouver has a real chance to come together behind one candidate and put an end to Ken Sim and his ABC majority."
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
BREAKING: Stephanie Allen from @copevancouver.bsky.social decides the best thing for Vancouver is to honour the unity agreement, showing integrity & strength. Thank you, Stephanie! Our full thoughts & article from @vancouversun.bsky.social here: linktr.ee/VanGreens #VanPoli
A graphic with the text, "Stronger together for Vancouver" at the top, then, "A Heartfelt Thank You to COPE & Stephanie Allen for paving the way towards victory." There are two photos of Mayoral Canidate, Pete Fry, with COPE's Stephanie Allen. Below the photos are the words, "Our shared values are strong. Our vision is clear. Join us in voting progressive on Oct. 17th, 2026."A graphic with a quote from Green Party of Vancouver Mayoral Candidate, Pete Fry, that says, "Stephanie brought experience, conviction, and a lot of integrity to this campaign. I have a great deal of respect for anyone willing to put themselves forward for public service, especially Stephanie, and want to thank her for the energy, ideas and principles she brought to this race."
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
COPE ends Vancouver mayoral campaign, urging Greens and OneCity to rally vancouversun.com/news/cope-en...
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Katie Hyslop @kehyslop.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
My latest for @thetyee.ca is an update on the progressive Vancouver parties' promise to pick one mayoral candidate to represent them all, by the end of summer. Is it end of summer yet? Debatable! But the election is less than two months away... thetyee.ca/News/2026/08...
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Are Too Many Vancouver Progressives Running for Mayor? | The Tyee
Three parties have promised to agree on one candidate, but made no decision on who.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The election's getting closer, weather's getting rainier, but we won't stop knockin'! We have another Super Canvass weekend coming up Saturday, Aug. 29 and Sunday, Aug. 30 to talk with Vancouver about our future (with a certain VanGreen mayor!) Sign up here: linktr.ee/VanGreens #VanPoli
A photo of several happy Green Party of Vancouver volunteers out in the streets while it rains.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Please join us in welcoming Breanne Smart to our Parks Board lineup! We're thrilled to have her join mayor candidate @ptfry.bsky.social and the entire Green team for the October 2026 election. If you want to help her campaign, lend your support! linktr.ee/votebreannes... #VanPoli
A photo of Breanne Smart, a candidate running for Park Board with the Green Party of Vancouver in the October 2026 municipal election.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Our CAMPAIGN OFFICE IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! You'll find our helpful team at 254 W Broadway, 7 days a week, from 10am - 6pm, available to answer questions, hear feedback, and take in ideas you have to share for the next 4 years. Want to support the office? www.vangreens.ca/donate #VanPoli
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Annual cost of fighting B.C. wildfires doubled in a decade, SFU report says vancouversun.com/news/annual-...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
We VanGreens are taking to the streets and knocking on more doors than ever before! You can help us keep up the momentum and join in on our Super Canvass Weekend! Sign up to volunteer with our team on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 2-6pm and Sunday, Aug. 23 from 1-5pm. www.vangreens.ca/events #VanPoli
A photo of various Green Party of Vancouver volunteers out on a canvass and the words, "Want to keep the VanGreens on top of the polls? Join in on this weekend's Super Canvass!"
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Go @shelleyluce4ns.bsky.social !
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
'Slow-motion train wreck': Vancouver's SRO closures could lead to surge in homelessness, advocates warn vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
30 seconds. One clear response. Our guy and future Mayor @ptfry.bsky.social explains why he opposes Sim’s proposed non-binding plebiscite and leads the walk out of today’s special council meeting. Want to support Pete for Mayor on October? www.vangreens.ca/pete_fry_for... #VanPoli
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The VanGreens were proud to celebrate Vancouver Pride! 🏳️‍🌈💚 Thank you to everyone who stopped to say hello & share the joy. We’ll keep working for a Vancouver where every member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community feels safe, respected & free to be themselves, love is love! 🌈 📸 www.cameronclarkanderson.com
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Vancouver is ready for change 💚 A new poll has @ptfry.bsky.social leading the race for Mayor, and Vancouver Greens leading the council vote. Together, we can build a greener, fairer and more affordable city that works for everyone. Join the momentum. Volunteer. Donate. Vote Green. #VanPoli
Graph showing Pete Fry, Greens as leading for Mayor of Vancouver in a pollGraph showing Vancouver Greens as leading for City Council of Vancouver in a poll
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Our Guy @ptfry.bsky.social wants to see YOU marching with him at this year's Pride. Come celebrate the love and march in solidarity with the Pride community this Sunday! Sign up here to jump in with us: www.vangreens.ca/vancouver_pr...
A photo of Green Party of Vancouver city councilor Pete Fry dressed in a green blazer with a rainbow lei around his neck from the 2025 Pride march.
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Justin McElroy 🇨🇦 @jmcelroy.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Some Vancouver election news: next Tuesday me and @cbcstephenquinn.bsky.social will hold an all-candidates forum with the three Vancouver mayoral "progressive" candidates - COPE's Stephanie Allen - Green Party's Pete Fry - OneCity's William Azaroff It'll air on The Early Edition and our podcast.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
🧵 Tomorrow, @ptfry.bsky.social has 4 motions going before City Council. With ABC limiting motions for the rest of the summer, it's crucial to lend your voice! You can sign up here BEFORE 5 PM TODAY to speak in support of motions 12, 13, 14, and 15! vancouver.ca/your-governm...
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Request to speak at a Council meeting
Request to speak at a Council meeting
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Instead of abolishing the @parkboard.bsky.social , Ken Sim and the ABC team wants to double-down on a majority (again) when half their previous ABC commissioners abandoned them and 1 of the remaining 3 is consistently a no-show to meetings. @tomdigby1.bsky.social feels otherwise. #VanPoli
A photo of current Vancouver Park Board Chair, Tom Digby, against a backdrop of mountains over a bay and a quote from him that reads, "We've always known how to fix the Park Board: elect good commissioners. Abolition was never the answer."
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Vancouver park board jacks up dispute against City Hall with letter to mayor vancouversun.com/news/local-n...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
We need a mayor less interested in playing political games, who's interested in meeting the city's needs.
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
I'm not running for mayor for status, swagger, or the cool jacket. I'm running for mayor for the people of Vancouver. Because this: vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...
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Opinion: Vancouver is a beautiful city, but its people can't afford to love it anymore
Opinion: A city's people can't show up for each other when rents keep going up and they have to work more or move further out. Do you agree?
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Five years after the heat dome that killed 117 Vancouverites - what we’re doing where we’re failing
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Stand.earth @stand.earth · 01/07/2026
Yesterday, in a video posted on his YouTube channel, Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social admitted that Canada is breaking with their climate commitments and that the country’s emissions will rise. 🧵 #GreenSky
Background photo of pipelines/fossil fuel infrastructure. Quote reads "He has publicly admitted that they are breaking with their climate commitments and that they're tearing up the climate plan...
It's somewhat of an admission of defeat." Quote attributed to Sven Biggs, Oil and Gas Campaign Director at Stand.earth, with black and white photo of Biggs in the bottom right corner. Arrow icon in top right corner.
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
B.C. climate news: Metro Vancouver moves to stage 3 water restrictions Monday | Out-of-control wildfire in B.C.'s Cariboo prompts alert | Environment Canada forecasts hotter-than-normal summer for B.C. vancouversun.com/news/climate...
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Vision Zero Vancouver @visionzerovancouver.ca · 10/06/2026
Shameful
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
The whales can't vote. Vancouver residents can. Last night, ABC and Vancouver Liberal Park Board Commissioners voted down stronger protections for marine wildlife. Want leaders who will stand up for Vancouver's coast, parks, and wildlife? Vote for Vancouver Greens. #VanPoli #MarineConservation
Meme showing two men (Kareem Allan and Ken Sim) riding a jet ski on the water, with their faces edited onto the riders. Large text reads: "LOUD. OBNOXIOUS. HARMFUL TO MARINE LIFE. ABC/VANLIBS ALSO WANT JETSKIS AT BEACHES." The image criticizes ABC and Vancouver Liberal politicians for opposing stronger protections related to jet ski activity and marine wildlife.
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 29/05/2026
Big holes remain in Vancouver’s #FIFAWorldCup2026 human rights action plan, say advocates, when it comes to protecting people experiencing homelessness and poverty, and those marginalized for their drug use, mental health issues or survival sex work. @kehyslop.bsky.social reports. #vanpoli
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Vancouver Unveils Its World Cup Human Rights Plan. And Gets Blasted | The Tyee
The city’s finalized approach will undercount violations and do too little to address them, says Vancouver Anti-FIFA Coalition.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Whales are returning to Burrard Inlet. Our rules need to catch up. Tell the Park Board to support Tom Digby's motion before June 1! win.newmode.net/greenpartyof... #VanPoli #MarineConservation
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We have two members ready to step up for the Vancouver School Board in October! As a social planner & a mother, Alisha Masongsong knows the effect a strong, supportive school system can have on our children & communities, and wants to build up solid foundation. www.vangreens.ca/meet_your_no...
A graphic with the words, "Green Party of Vancouver, Alisha Masongsong, School Board Contestant" beside her photo.Her bio, which reads, "Alisha is a mother, community advocate, and Social Planner in Community Economic Development with the City of Vancouver. For more than a decade, she has worked in Vancouver communities through non-profit and public sector roles focused on housing, health care, and community development. She brings extensive experience in community engagement, building partnerships, and developing programs that respond to local needs.  Alisha believes strong public schools are at the heart of healthy, connected communities. As a parent, she understands the importance of schools that are safe, inclusive, accessible, and properly resourced so that every child can succeed. She is committed to working collaboratively with parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators to support student learning, well-being, and belonging.  Throughout her career, Alisha has worked alongside diverse communities and understands the importance of listening, relationship-building, and practical solutions. She is passionate about ensuring students and educators have the support they need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.  Alisha previously served on the Board of Directors for the Green Party of Vancouver and has volunteered with the Kitsilano Neighbourhood House. She holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from Wilfrid Laurier University and a post-graduate certificate in Community Economic Development from Simon Fraser University.  Outside of work, Alisha enjoys singing in a community choir and spending time outdoors hiking and camping. She believes the arts, music, and access to nature are essential to a child’s learning, creativity, and development, and is committed to ensuring every Vancouver student has opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive."
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We have two members ready to step up for the Vancouver School Board in October! @jstrilesky.bsky.social knows she can make a difference in Vancouver, and wants to bring her passion for social justice & the environment to improve life for students of all ages. www.vangreens.ca/meet_your_no...
A graphic with the words, "Green Party of Vancouver, Julie Strilesky, School Board Contestant" beside her photo.Her bio, which reads, "Julie Strilesky has more than 20 years of experience driving change across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Born and raised in Vancouver, she cares deeply about the future of the city and the education system, and understands the challenges we are facing today, as well as the opportunities that are within reach.  Julie has worked with the Governments of British Columbia and Ontario developing policies, regulations, and plans related to Environmental, Social, and Governance, including climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. She brings experience from both large organizations and small businesses, including lululemon, HSBC Canada, and two clean technology startups. Through this work, she has helped secure nearly $2 million in funding to advance climate innovation as well as programs that support equity and inclusion.   Julie is committed to strengthening our public school system by advancing transparent decision-making, ensuring public land benefits communities, and advocating for systemic changes, because the current system is not working. She believes Vancouver needs innovative, honest, collaborative leadership.   Julie studied International Development and English at Queen’s University and has a Master’s degree in Political Economy from the London School of Economics.  She is proud to be part of the Green Party and its commitment to social justice, ecological wisdom, and participatory democracy because power should be shared.  Julie is committed to personal growth and fostering empathy and resilience so that we can co-create the conditions for a livable planet where people and living beings can thrive. She volunteers with environmental and civic engagement initiatives. In her free time, she enjoys teaching yoga, road cycling, skiing, and finding peace outdoors. Julie is inspired by everyone who is stepping up to play a role and hopes to cross paths with you in the community!"
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The Straight captures a bit of our toxic workplace at City Hall… ABC deliver in pettiness that we opposition councillors have sadly grown used to (like the proverbial frog in the boiling pot).. but often it causes real harm to the public we are charged to protect www.straight.com/city-culture...
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How a motion about sex worker safety told the story about Vancouver's current City Council
The motion showcased a recent trend at City Hall.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
We now have 6 members who have come forward as contestants to run for Park Board Commissioner. @imtiazpopat.bsky.social aims to bring his drive for social justice & understanding of our diverse communities to build policies that support everyone in Vancouver. www.vangreens.ca/meet_your_no...
A graphic that reads, "Green Party of Vancouver,  Imtiaz Popet, Parks Board Contestant" and his photo.His bio, which reads, "Imtiaz Popat is a long-time social justice activist who helped to elect the first Green in Canada to the Vancouver Park Board over 25 years ago. He now wants to be a Green candidate for Park Board because he has a very good understanding of Park Board issues.   Imtiaz will advocate for access and inclusion of diverse communities to parks and community centres. Imtiaz wants to work with diverse communities, including Indigenous communities, to achieve diverse programming and access to services, and help with policy development.  He won the Intercultural Trust Award from the BC government, recognizing outstanding work in building intercultural trust and understanding, and reducing racism and hate between communities.  He is also an award-winning filmmaker and has been broadcasting on community radio and television for over two decades and he is a prolific blogger on social justice issues.  Imtiaz lives in Mount Pleasant and works as a support worker in a homeless shelter in the   Downtown Eastside. He is also a cognitive behavioral and acceptance therapy practitioner and a trauma informed facilitator."
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
We're developing at an accelerated rate. On Wednesday, May 20, @ptfry.bsky.social's motion will ensure non-profits, small business, and arts & cultural spaces are not left behind & pushed out of affordable locations. Sign up to speak BEFORE 5 PM TODAY, MAY 19! vancouver.ca/your-governm... #VanPoli
A photo of a Vancouver skyline with the words, "As Vancouver grows our community supports can't get left behind".
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 19/05/2026
The biggest comprehensive literature review to date has confirmed that Indigenous stewardship bolsters conservation goals.
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When Indigenous Peoples Steward the Land, Nature Wins | The Tyee
The author of a new study says more needs to be done to support Indigenous governance.
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
B.C. climate news: B.C. cries foul after Ottawa signs another pipeline deal with Alberta | Worst start to wildfire season raises alarm as El Niño threatens vancouversun.com/news/climate...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
@spkr118.bsky.social is ready to fight for the people of Vancouver, along with her fellow Greens. Want to support our candidates? www.vangreens.ca/join www.vangreens.ca/donate #VanPoli
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
CLIMATE SCIENTISTS HATE THIS ONE WEIRD TRICK Ken Sim is pushing fossil gas infrastructure under a false narrative thst it will make housing more affordable. 📖 Vancouver Council report from November 2024 for the truth about electric vs gas and affordability council.vancouver.ca/20241126/doc...
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
After a term on Park Board and a quick break, Camil Dumont is back for City Council this time, with solid running mates for 2026! Want to support our candidates? www.vangreens.ca/join www.vangreens.ca/donate #VanPoli
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
@thebridgetburns.bsky.social is ready to stand with a solid Green team in the coming 2026 election! Want to support our candidates? www.vangreens.ca/join www.vangreens.ca/donate #VanPoli
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The Tyee @thetyee.ca · 13/05/2026
At a time when reader trust in journalism has been eroded by misinformation, disinformation and social media echo chambers, keeping AI out of journalism is particularly important. thetyee.ca/News/2026/05...
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Who’s Sending AI Scam Story Pitches to Newsrooms? | The Tyee
We talked to a participant and experts about what’s driving the fraudulent pieces.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Back for more from the by-election, @annettereilly.bsky.social is ready with a great group of running mates for the October 2026 election. Want to support our candidates? www.vangreens.ca/join www.vangreens.ca/donate What do you want to see Annette tackle? #VanPoli
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Vancouver Sun @vancouversun.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
From cyborg sasquatches to pop-up zines: Vancouver Art Book Fair returns vancouversun.com/entertainmen...
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isabella zavarise @isabellazavarise.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
A newly constructed temporary plaza built next to an East Vancouver restaurant is raising questions as to whether it was accelerated due to the business’ connection to the mayor’s office. www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
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Did the Vancouver mayor’s office fast-track a public plaza to benefit a staffer?
A newly constructed temporary plaza built next to an East Vancouver restaurant is raising questions as to whether it was accelerated due to the business’ connection to the mayor’s office.
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Yesterday, an adversarial City Councillor leaned into my office uninvited to call me a “f#@!ng donkey” I think he meant it as an insult. But donkeys are intelligent, loyal, tough as heck, and regularly deployed to protect livestock from predators. That’s a nice compliment. Thanks! #donkey 🚫ABC
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Pete Fry @ptfry.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
The thing about conflict of interest is *perception*. A normal taxpayer-funded plaza takes 6-10 months to approve, but if you are a neighbour in the employ of the mayor Ken Sim's office it takes less than four? 🤔 *perception* www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar...
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Did the Vancouver mayor’s office fast-track a public plaza to benefit a staffer?
A newly constructed temporary plaza built next to an East Vancouver restaurant is raising questions as to whether it was accelerated due to the business’ connection to the mayor’s office.
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Green Party of Vancouver @vangreens.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Our 4 City Council candidates will run alongside mayor candidate @ptfry.bsky.social in 2026, and will listen and collaborate for what Vancouver needs! 🌿 @annettereilly.bsky.social 🌿 @thebridgetburns.bsky.social 🌿 Camil Dumont 🌿 @spkr118.bsky.social You can support them! www.vangreens.ca/donate
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