I play music, usually by hitting things. Sometimes I write music too. Member of @torqpercussion, &c. Opinions are my own. https://xitter.cf/t.co/jJ2KTLkpyg.
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Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
I led the vaccine engagement team in South Etobicoke and I was heartened to see how we came together at all levels of government and how we were able to do the hard work – and we did that work together. We are once again facing a public health crisis and we must take action now.
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
For me, it is unacceptable for us to choose to turn our back on Torontonians who need us. By not voting for 24/7 indoor warming locations, we are not fully embracing the responsibilities I believe we have.
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
Yeah John Tory resigning as Mayor because of a sex scandal is cool and all but don't let this distract you from the fact that Doug Ford took $1000 bribes from multiple land developers and tried to launder them through his daughter's stag 'n' doe.
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
Anyway if progressives in Toronto can't field a serious candidate who can win under these circumstances, Toronto will get the result it deserves.
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John Tory: I must step down because I kissed a girl and embarrassed my family and Rogers.
Also John Tory:
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
Toronto's climate plan hinges on improving transit & making it free. This big proposed TTC cut moves us in the opposite direction - to fare hikes & longer waits. We'll be supporting @TTCriders in fighting these cuts, which hurt people, climate, & affordability in our City #topoli
NEW: Service cuts, up to 10 minute subway waits proposed in TTC budget
The #TTC budget released yesterday proposes running 9% less service in 2023 than pre-pandemic levels, a fare increase for youth & adults, and allowing for more crowded vehicles
ttcriders.ca/2023ttccuts
ALT Screenshot of press release, link to release in Tweet
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
We would like to live in a Toronto that keeps Ontario Place a public space for all. The current proposal is a dumpster fire that reflects the current provincial + municipal’s weak “leadership.” Why is it so hard to make this city thrive?
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
Flashback to 2018, when Tory endorsed a plan to hire 200 more police officers to combat gun violence.
How’d that go?
thestar.com/news/city_hall/2…
Toronto needs more truly public and accessible waterfront space, not less. The currently-planned redevelopment of Ontario Place is a mess.
My thoughts on the redevelopment of @OntarioPlace: It must be stopped. theglobeandmail.com/arts/art…
I hope that in my lifetime we will finally get the past the "well that person is an asshole but it's okay because they are great at their art" thing. No. There are many people who are great at their art and are genuinely good human beings. We don't need this bulls***.
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
Fun fact: Toronto residents need 60pc local support to get a speed bump on their street, nearly twice the backing the mayor would need to pass bylaws under the proposed new powers
In a shameful move, Doug Ford and John Tory are undermining democracy in Toronto with Bill 39, that allows the mayor to win votes with the support of only 1/3 of City Council. Majority rule is a key part of democracy. Sign @progresstoronto's petition progresstoronto.ca/our-city
Jamie Drake (he/him) retweeted
We are lucky to have @thekeenanwire back in Toronto. Institutional memory + dedication to truth-telling = 🔥politics column. "This is part of Doug Ford’s long campaign to take his revenge on a city that wouldn’t elect him mayor & was mean to his brother." thestar.com/opinion/star-col…
Percussionists and percussion composers: Looking for multi-perc pieces written in the last 5 years. Ideally small-med setup, <10min, some pitched instruments (vibes, glock, crotales) is cool but not necessary. Give me links where I can listen to/purchase you scores! Thanks :)
This is gonna be great. @miramulholland and the team have put together something really special. If you're in Ottawa on November 11, come to @CanadasNAC and watch this live. #RememberanceDay #LettersfromtheSecondWorldWar @jtaylorband @TakArikushi @tdogocallaghan @vikkivansickle
Ottawa! Heading your way for a special #RemembranceDay artistic commemoration with music, live foley and letters. Join me and my brilliant cast of
@jtaylorband @tdogocallaghan @TakArikushi @vikkivansickle & @opus_32🌺🍁
photo by joanna glezakos
nac-cna.ca/en/event/32052
