Tail End BabyBoomer w/ interests in Public Policy, Arts, Travel, Field Hockey & Fencing. My idea of housekeeping is to sweep the room with a glance (Anonymous)
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This is quite good. Europe is in fact quite successful at the moment, culturally, economically, for the most part politically and very much so in terms of freedom and equality. It has traded places with the US in freedom of press and expression
Ranking Freedom | The right-wing claim that Europe has become dictatorial is nonsense, according to rankings of economic, political, and press freedom, including the rankings by right-wing think tanks. By Dan Gardner @dgardner open.substack.com/pub/dgardn…
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With my @lawbytespod podcast on a holiday break, this post looks back at the ten most popular episodes of the year. Topping the charts this year was a discussion with Sukesh Kamra on law firm adoption of artificial intelligence and innovative technologies.
michaelgeist.ca/2025/12/the-…
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📢 Have your say: “one project, one review”!
🤝 Help shape how the federal government co-operates with interested provinces for an efficient and effective assessment process.
🔗Share your feedback by Oct 20: letstalkimpactassessment.ca/…
#ImpactAssessment #OneCanadianEconomy
ALT Have your say! Co-operation approach with provinces
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Celebrate the 2025 #MonarchBlitz! 🦋 🌎
Our scientist Greg Mitchell explains how you can help #monarchs during their incredible migration across #NorthAmerica by planting wildflowers near you.
Info: ow.ly/kk2z50Wvyfe
#CanSci
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Canada’s most celebrated military victory, The Battle of Vimy Ridge, began on this day in 1917. The battle is an often mythologized symbol of the birth of Canadian national pride and awareness. Watch our #HeritageMinute to learn more: youtu.be/rH0Gx3OFFyk
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Today marks the anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms – a foundational document that stands as a testament to our enduring values.
Together, let's continue to build on this proud legacy for generations to come. 🇨🇦
ALT A light grey background with a red maple leaf rising on the right. Text on the left reads: “43rd anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms”.
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Fellow Vancouverites, is anyone interested in some Newfoundland drama? Then check out Nik Sexton’s film SKEET, which is the latest greatest movie that serves as the true description for modern Canadian storytelling.
SKEET will be playing April 22 2025 at 6PM in the Rio.
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(2/2) For more information on this engagement initiative or if you would like to participate: statcan.gc.ca/en/consultatio… #CdnHealth
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(1/2) We are conducting a consultative engagement initiative to help us better design our products and services to meet the #health data needs of Canadians.
ALT Share your input. We’re exploring new ways to connect and engage with Canadians for direct health measures.
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“Today, we mark Official Languages Day, an opportunity to celebrate our shared history and Canada’s diversity.”
“Language is essential to our identities. As Canadians and public servants, let’s embrace the linguistic diversity of our society.”
– Clerk Hannaford
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There is no better way to learn about Parliament than by working with BOTH government and opposition MPs. Apply for the @PIP_PSP and see #cdnpoli from the inside
Interested in spending a year at the heart of Canadian Politics? Apply to the Parliamentary Internship Programme before January 31 at pip-psp.org/apply #cdnpoli
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I personally can't think of a better way to spend a Friday evening...
Looking for weekend plans? It's never too early to start on your application for the 2024-25 Parliamentary Internship!
12 Interns. 24 host MPs. 1 life-changing experience.
#cdnpoli #internships
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We were pleased to speak with PCO employees at our Fall Town Hall last week, where we discussed our collective priorities, continuing to support our public servants, and our efforts to meet the expectations and needs of Canadians.
- Clerk Hannaford and Deputy Clerk Drouin
ALT Clerk Hannaford, Chief Diversity Officer Dogbey, and Deputy Clerk Drouin seated on a stage with a row of Canadian flags in the background.
ALT Deputy Clerk Drouin talking to a group of people with chairs and banners of the PCO Fall Town Hall in the background.
ALT Clerk Hannaford talking to a group of employees.
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On #PersonsDay we honour and remember the women who fought tirelessly and courageously for women’s rights, helping pave the way for women to participate and contribute equally in Canada.
– Clerk Hannaford and Deputy Clerk Drouin
ALT A group of people in the shape of a profile on the left side of the image. The text on the right of the image reads: Persons Day.
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The Coles Notes on the Canada Pension Plan.
Be informed, don't be bamboozled.
Big shout out to wave.video for allowing me to put this together, free of charge. Yup, watermarked, and rightfully so. Thank you!
#CPP #HandsOfTheCPP
#NeverVoteConservative
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📖 New Book‼️We’re really excited to present the Handbook of Democratic Innovation and Governance, co-edited by @StephenElstub and I, featuring 38 chapters by 60 authors covering this field of research and practice around the world #demopart #democracy #participation Thread 1/5
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Everyone should visit. Tout le monde devrait visiter
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Over the years, support of Indigenous artistic and cultural expressions has evolved. In this interview, Canada Council leaders @Simon_Brault and Odile Joannette share thoughts on supporting Indigenous arts and culture, and the future: buff.ly/42T3Xdo #NIHM2023 #NIPD2023
ALT A photographic work of art by Maureen Gruben representing fourteen hand-built sleds standing upright equal distance apart across the sea ice under a light blue sunny sky.
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Note the music: Sinfonia for organ by Flor Peeters. Written in 1940. My father was always up on the contemporary music of his day and gave many what I think were probably North American premieres. Canadian at least.
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Happy National Public Service Week to all #GC employees! 🎉
This is a time to celebrate YOU, your continued service to Canadians and your achievements over the past year. #NPSW #TogetherGC