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Bob Jonkman
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Fan of #aNONradio, computer wrangler, #SysAdmin, #GreenParty politicus, #Biking, #CommunityRadio techie. Located in #WaterlooRegion, #Ontario, #Canada.

Avatar: Bob with a fedora. Banner: Cyclists after a group ride at the Cafe Pyrus Outpost in Kitchener.
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Bob Jonkman @bobjonkman.ca · Mar 12
I mostly post on my #Fediverse account at mastodon.sdf.org/@bobjonkman

Follow me there by first following @ap.brid.gy and then following @bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy

@ap.brid.gy is a bridge to the #Fediverse. A good how-to is at lifehacker.com/tech/use-bri...
Bob Jonkman (@[email protected])
7.06K Posts, 715 Following, 417 Followers · Fan of #aNONradio, computer wrangler, #SysAdmin, #GreenParty politicus, #Biking, #CommunityRadio techie. Located in #WaterlooRegion, #Ontario, #Canada. Th...
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I've updated Regional and Mayoral candidates, it seems several had changed their contact info with elections clerks since the candidate lists were certified. More updates coming soon.

poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Ele...

#WRpoli #WaterlooRegion #MunicipalElection #Election2026
2026 Region of Waterloo Municipal Elections - Candidates for all jurisdictions in Waterloo Region
Datetime: 2026-09-17T01:08:39 2026 Region of Waterloo Municipal Elections - Candidates for all jurisdictions in Waterloo Region
poliblog.jonkman.ca
September 17, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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kataclyst.bsky.social
Thanks. I’ll try to connect with them on mastodon.
September 2, 2026 at 1:50 AM
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scruss.bsky.social
@bobjonkman.ca very likely knows who they are ...
September 2, 2026 at 1:14 AM
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kataclyst.bsky.social
I don’t think I know a lot of #KW folks on here, but who are the Kitchener anti data centre candidates?
September 1, 2026 at 11:38 PM
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philmarfisi.bsky.social
The Ford government caused a governance crisis in Waterloo Region by forcing Regional Council to sign NDAs over the Wilmot land assembly, and eviscerated the countryside line that had protected prime agricultural land for decades. Their "concern" for farmland affected by Alto is a complete sham.
isaaccallan.bsky.social Isaac Callan @isaaccallan.bsky.social · Jul 29
The Ford government is escalating its infrastructure fight with Ottawa, threatening to rescind support for a federal high-speed rail line after the Carney government said it would block the expansion of Toronto’s island airport. #onpoli
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Ford escalates fight over Toronto Island airport, threatens support for rail project | Globalnews.ca
The Ford government is threatening to rescind support for a high-speed rail line after the Carney government said it would block the expansion of the Toronto island airport.
globalnews.ca
July 29, 2026 at 10:58 PM
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civictechwr.bsky.social
Come test community projects for public good being built in your city 👀

Accessible Housing Bridge
Eviction Prevention
LoMo
Waterloo Region Votes

Swing by our Hacknight, give feedback, help us build better. All backgrounds welcome.

📍 165 King St W, Kitchener · Wed 6-8pm
🔗 luma.com/a7rx4kxq
CivicTechWR Hacknight User Testing Edition! · Luma
CivicTechWR is a community group that brings together people from different sectors and backgrounds to actively solve civic challenges in our local community…
luma.com
July 31, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy
Lots of updates to #waterlooregion's municipal candidate info!

https://poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Elections/2026-10-26-Municipal-Election/

It's just over two months into the campaign with less than two months to the close of candidate registrations (21 August). I'm a bit alarmed at how many […]
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mastodon.sdf.org
July 3, 2026 at 8:33 AM
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joshwoodward.com
The race in ward 2 heats up! 🎉#a2council www.tiktok.com/t/ZTkDwT196/
hulahoopinghannah on TikTok
Here’s how to run for city council Ward 2 in Ann Arbor, MI! #visionzero #annarbor #walkablecities #localgovernment #bikelanes
www.tiktok.com
April 11, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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shanmonster.bsky.social
Just withdrew my top-5 finalist story from a climate fiction contest on account of them using AI art. What a rollercoaster ride that was. Gotta stick to my principles.
June 10, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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radiowaterloo.ca
Reminder that the job posting for two part-time journalists for CKMS-FM @RadioWaterloo.ca closes this Friday 12 June 2026. Submit your applications to [email protected]

See radiowaterloo.ca/job-posting-...

#RadioWaterloo #CommunityRadio #Journalism #Job #JobSearch #Kitchener #Waterloo
Organisation: Radio Waterloo Inc. (CKMS-FM 102.7) Job Title: Part Time Journalist (2 positions) Term: June 2026 to March 2027. Compensation: $30.65/hour The Radio Waterloo newsroom is looking for two dynamic journalists who care about local journalism and local issues. The positions are funded by a grant from the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI), through the Community Radio Fund of Canada (CRFC). The focus for news stories is primarily in Kitchener and Waterloo; other communities covered are Cambridge, North Dumfries, Wilmot, Wellesley, Woolwich, and Guelph. Stories will centre on social issues such as housing, homelessness, poverty, mental health, the war on drugs, and social activism. There will be a focus on the municipal election from August to October. Duties and Responsibilities: - Produce 10 to 25 minute audio pieces with interviews, and analysis, edited for radio broadcast. - Provide a photo or illustration for each piece, self-created or using a permissible license. - Write a synopsis of these stories for publication on the Radio Waterloo website, and the CRFC website, Frequency News. Qualifications: - Ability to critically assess potential news stories and interviews ethically and efficiently. - Journalism training/experience and documentary production experience are assets. - Self-motivated and willing to initiate and complete projects. - Familiarity with issues of homelessness, poverty, and drug use are assets. Position 1: 20 hours/week. Produce at least two pieces each week. Position 2: 10 hours/week. Produce at least one piece each week. How to apply: Send your resume/CV and a brief cover letter to news@radiowaterloo.ca by Friday 12 June 2026. More info: https://radiowaterloo.ca/job-posting-journalists-for-the-radio-waterloo-newsroom/
June 10, 2026 at 8:57 PM
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vriccithode.bsky.social
i've been shit about promoting this but you can get the dragon next door as an audiobook! not on audible or spotify, but you can pick it up most other places! ✨including libraries✨ disaster queers raising a baby dragon now available for your listening pleasure! #booksky 🌈📚️
books2read.com/u/bpVEQ6
More shitty graphics, this time with the cover for The Dragon Next Door and some audio icons. White text reads: Tollar’s got a stolen dragon egg and that's the least of her problems! Now available in audio!! Available in many places! Narrated by me! Sorry about the Canadian accent, eh! Art by @leeshahannigan Dark grey text on a beige background that reads: Get it at the library! Did you know you can ask your library to purchase books? Free for you! Authors still get paid! Others get to read it as well! Support libraries! With a print mockup of The Dragon Next Door on a wooden shelf.
June 10, 2026 at 1:01 AM
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bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy
Hi FediPoliFolks! As there will be another municipal election in Ontario I've begun to gather candidate info for my local municipalities. Since I'm no longer on those commercial socialmedias, feel free to share in all the places where I'm not. And do let me know of corrections, omissions, or […]
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mastodon.sdf.org
May 19, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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radiowaterloo.ca
Don't Stop The Presses
This in-depth documentary will examine how certain small-town newspapers are challenging the closure trend by emphasizing hyper-local content, fostering community involvement, and adopting innovative business strategies to succeed. [audio mp3="https://radiowaterloo.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DStP-Promo.mp3"][/audio]...
radiowaterloo.ca
August 27, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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radiowaterloo.ca
At 11am the CKMS #CommunityConnections show will be guest-hosted by students from St. Mary High School! Listen to the radio at CKMS-FM 102.7 @RadioWaterloo.ca, online at radiowaterloo.ca/listen, or YouTube Live: youtu.be/b8-PvE1ITPY
Listen Live | CKMS 102.7 FM – Radio Waterloo
radiowaterloo.ca
June 2, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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wryimby.bsky.social
The Social Development Centre Waterloo Region is hosting this event tomorrow 7-9pm
www.eventbrite.ca/e/organizing...
Organizing Beyond Election Cycles: A Forum On Building Community Power Pt.2
Join us for a conversation on crafting new narratives that have the power to enable change and help build a more just world.
www.eventbrite.ca
May 19, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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cyclewr.ca
Spring Update

▶️AGM May 29th
▶️Lots of rides & events coming up
▶️Get ready for June Bike Month

#activetransportation

Read the full newsletter here: preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webvi...
May 11, 2025 at 8:33 PM
bobjonkman.ca
I'm once again gathering contact info and the social media presence of all candidates in #WaterlooRegion. Please let me know of any errors or omissions!

poliblog.jonkman.ca/Poliblog-Ele...

#WRpoli #CDNpoli #CanPoli #CanadianElection2025
2025 Federal Election - Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
Datetime: 2025-03-25T00:26:15 2025 Federal Election - Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
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March 25, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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canadiangreens.bsky.social
Paul Manly is back as the Green Party candidate for Nanaimo-Ladysmith! A former Green Party MP and Nanaimo City Councillor, he championed climate action, affordable housing, and social justice. Now, he’s ready to fight for Nanaimo-Ladysmith again 🟢
Poster featuring Paul Manly, Green Party candidate for Nanaimo—Ladysmith. He is smiling and wearing a navy blue suit with a white shirt. The background is dark green and white, with a green circle in the upper left corner containing the bilingual text 'Elect / Élire.' His name and riding is prominently displayed in large white text on a green banner at the bottom
March 25, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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canadiangreens.bsky.social
Paul Manly est de retour comme candidat du Parti vert à Nanaimo-Ladysmith. Ancien député et conseiller municipal, il défend le climat, le logement abordable et la justice sociale. Il est prêt à se battre à nouveau pour les Verts. 🟢
March 25, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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vancitymike.com
Great trailer for this important and exciting film - written and directed by the talented @kierjunos.bsky.social and hosted by some other guy.
March 25, 2025 at 5:10 AM
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bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy
Nice to see Radio Waterloo's Bluesky account bridged to the #fediverse!

@radiowaterloo.ca

New website posts are supposed to show up automatically, but that first one didn't quite come in as expected.

And they'll be back at their own instance @[email protected] as soon as […]
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mastodon.sdf.org
March 13, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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radiowaterloo.ca
Post Edited: We’re on Bluesky as @radiowaterloo.ca https://radiowaterloo.ca/were-on-bluesky-as-radiowaterloo-ca/
March 13, 2025 at 4:53 AM
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dtkmelissa.bsky.social
"A mountain of research has shown that parents and caregivers are among those who suffer the most when cities fail to keep their sidewalks in good order, and that those caregivers are disproportionately women." #SnowbilityWR
The Deadly Cost of Unplowed Sidewalks in Winter — Streetsblog USA
A mother was killed and her toddler critically injured when an icy sidewalk forced them into the street — and into the path of a driver. Some say better policy could have prevented the tragedy.
buff.ly
March 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
bobjonkman.ca
I mostly post on my #Fediverse account at mastodon.sdf.org/@bobjonkman

Follow me there by first following @ap.brid.gy and then following @bobjonkman.mastodon.sdf.org.ap.brid.gy

@ap.brid.gy is a bridge to the #Fediverse. A good how-to is at lifehacker.com/tech/use-bri...
Bob Jonkman (@[email protected])
7.06K Posts, 715 Following, 417 Followers · Fan of #aNONradio, computer wrangler, #SysAdmin, #GreenParty politicus, #Biking, #CommunityRadio techie. Located in #WaterlooRegion, #Ontario, #Canada. Th...
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March 12, 2025 at 9:02 PM