Janet Joy 🇨🇦
@jsquaredink.bsky.social
j² #docUjoy books&bicycles
#JoyRide: rode my Brompton from NYC - Toronto on Empire State Trail
🌎 📚 🚲 🌿 🦋
she/her/fietser toronto/nyc
#JoyRide: rode my Brompton from NYC - Toronto on Empire State Trail
🌎 📚 🚲 🌿 🦋
she/her/fietser toronto/nyc
Doug Ford & his buddy Brad BradFORD think we should ride on the trails instead of direct to work, shops, friends. Do they know there is no street lighting on our trails?!
September 26, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Doug Ford & his buddy Brad BradFORD think we should ride on the trails instead of direct to work, shops, friends. Do they know there is no street lighting on our trails?!
People of all ages and abilities ride bicycles for transportation in Toronto on our public streets.
September 26, 2026 at 1:24 AM
People of all ages and abilities ride bicycles for transportation in Toronto on our public streets.
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AVAILABLE NOW! 📚
The African Prince, the Translator, and the Nazi by Didier Leclair is out now!
Set in Nazi-occupied Paris, this gripping historical novel follows an African prince, his translator, and those caught in a dangerous web of diamonds, resistance, deception, and survival.
#MawenziHouse
The African Prince, the Translator, and the Nazi by Didier Leclair is out now!
Set in Nazi-occupied Paris, this gripping historical novel follows an African prince, his translator, and those caught in a dangerous web of diamonds, resistance, deception, and survival.
#MawenziHouse
September 23, 2026 at 3:07 PM
AVAILABLE NOW! 📚
The African Prince, the Translator, and the Nazi by Didier Leclair is out now!
Set in Nazi-occupied Paris, this gripping historical novel follows an African prince, his translator, and those caught in a dangerous web of diamonds, resistance, deception, and survival.
#MawenziHouse
The African Prince, the Translator, and the Nazi by Didier Leclair is out now!
Set in Nazi-occupied Paris, this gripping historical novel follows an African prince, his translator, and those caught in a dangerous web of diamonds, resistance, deception, and survival.
#MawenziHouse
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Ooh, you do NOT want norovirus. Best toss these berries if you bought them. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Alasko frozen raspberries recalled in 7 provinces over norovirus risk | CBC News
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning about a recall on certain Alasko brand frozen, whole raspberries sold in seven provinces, due to possible norovirus contamination.
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September 18, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Ooh, you do NOT want norovirus. Best toss these berries if you bought them. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Enjoyed reading this collection of poetry in, well, various cafés. It was good for a quick dip and will stand up to multiple re-readings. Café as place, as a verb, as a state of mind, as a dreamscape. Interesting section inspired by Brief Encounter. Another quirky @fitzcarraldoeds.bsky.social
September 18, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Enjoyed reading this collection of poetry in, well, various cafés. It was good for a quick dip and will stand up to multiple re-readings. Café as place, as a verb, as a state of mind, as a dreamscape. Interesting section inspired by Brief Encounter. Another quirky @fitzcarraldoeds.bsky.social
#BikeToWork route is Jane & Bloor to Danforth & Broadview on protected bike lanes ~ comfortable & direct - 15km one way is reliable 1 hr ride.
When I use TTC icy days - I use a bus, train, & streetcar = 1 1/2hr if all on time with waits outdoors in cold without shelter
🎥 from yesterday Sept17
When I use TTC icy days - I use a bus, train, & streetcar = 1 1/2hr if all on time with waits outdoors in cold without shelter
🎥 from yesterday Sept17
September 18, 2026 at 12:43 PM
#BikeToWork route is Jane & Bloor to Danforth & Broadview on protected bike lanes ~ comfortable & direct - 15km one way is reliable 1 hr ride.
When I use TTC icy days - I use a bus, train, & streetcar = 1 1/2hr if all on time with waits outdoors in cold without shelter
🎥 from yesterday Sept17
When I use TTC icy days - I use a bus, train, & streetcar = 1 1/2hr if all on time with waits outdoors in cold without shelter
🎥 from yesterday Sept17
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If we want to adapt to a changing climate, it is time to start throwing parties, write Natalie Brown and Kate Mulligan, because communities that are more connected are more resilient. spacing.ca/toronto/2026...
OP-ED: Fighting global warming with joy - Spacing Toronto
This month, more than 1,000 people from across Canada are coming to Toronto to talk about climate adaptation. The timing is good. Toronto has just come through another summer of heat, flooding, and wi...
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September 16, 2026 at 12:41 PM
If we want to adapt to a changing climate, it is time to start throwing parties, write Natalie Brown and Kate Mulligan, because communities that are more connected are more resilient. spacing.ca/toronto/2026...
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Dear @mark-carney.bsky.social, we want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible.
I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to being the first associate member of the EU.
And create a common prosperity and economic security space.
I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to being the first associate member of the EU.
And create a common prosperity and economic security space.
September 16, 2026 at 8:27 AM
Dear @mark-carney.bsky.social, we want to bring the relationship with Canada to the highest level possible.
I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to being the first associate member of the EU.
And create a common prosperity and economic security space.
I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to being the first associate member of the EU.
And create a common prosperity and economic security space.
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"Councillor Bradford wants you to be scared," says Chow.
"Police is not the only answer," she adds, citing her work to hire more crisis outreach workers. "It's the combination of police and all the outreach workers coming together to keep us safe."
"Police is not the only answer," she adds, citing her work to hire more crisis outreach workers. "It's the combination of police and all the outreach workers coming together to keep us safe."
September 14, 2026 at 11:55 PM
"Councillor Bradford wants you to be scared," says Chow.
"Police is not the only answer," she adds, citing her work to hire more crisis outreach workers. "It's the combination of police and all the outreach workers coming together to keep us safe."
"Police is not the only answer," she adds, citing her work to hire more crisis outreach workers. "It's the combination of police and all the outreach workers coming together to keep us safe."
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"Councillor Bradford, even though he said he supports it, opposed every single one of my budgets that funded the school food program," notes Chow.
September 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
"Councillor Bradford, even though he said he supports it, opposed every single one of my budgets that funded the school food program," notes Chow.
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"Councillor Bradford, I don't understand, because I saw you voting against shelters. You cannot say that you support shelters and then vote against it! That is not fair," says Chow. (Bradford does have a bunch of anti-shelter votes on his record.)
September 14, 2026 at 11:38 PM
"Councillor Bradford, I don't understand, because I saw you voting against shelters. You cannot say that you support shelters and then vote against it! That is not fair," says Chow. (Bradford does have a bunch of anti-shelter votes on his record.)
Brad BradFORD MAKES ME 🤮 ALL his posts ARE LIMITED oh because we call him out in his bullshit & flipflops & lies! Divisive DiP!! #toronto
September 15, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Brad BradFORD MAKES ME 🤮 ALL his posts ARE LIMITED oh because we call him out in his bullshit & flipflops & lies! Divisive DiP!! #toronto
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Per a series of bike counts done by @bikewaysto.bsky.social, removing bike lanes will adversely affect pedestrians. About 30% of cyclists rode on sidewalks at Royal York in August 2023 pre-installation compared to 4% in May 2024. #BikeTO #WalkTO #TOpoli #VisionZero drive.google.com/file/d/1LVJ5...
September 2, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Per a series of bike counts done by @bikewaysto.bsky.social, removing bike lanes will adversely affect pedestrians. About 30% of cyclists rode on sidewalks at Royal York in August 2023 pre-installation compared to 4% in May 2024. #BikeTO #WalkTO #TOpoli #VisionZero drive.google.com/file/d/1LVJ5...
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Hey #BikeTO! In response to today's announcement from the Ford government they started the process of removing bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge, and University, @cycletoronto.bsky.social launched a new petition calling on Ford to fight Trump instead of Toronto. #TOpoli #ONpoli www.cycleto.ca/fight_trump
Fight Trump Not Toronto
www.cycleto.ca
September 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Hey #BikeTO! In response to today's announcement from the Ford government they started the process of removing bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge, and University, @cycletoronto.bsky.social launched a new petition calling on Ford to fight Trump instead of Toronto. #TOpoli #ONpoli www.cycleto.ca/fight_trump
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Do you #BikeTO in #ScarbTO? A group ride in support of the West Scarborough Rail Trail will be held on Sunday, September 27. Starts 9 AM at Warden Hilltop Community Centre. Details at the website linked here. #TOpoli www.scarborough-junction.ca/2026/08/clos...
September 1, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Do you #BikeTO in #ScarbTO? A group ride in support of the West Scarborough Rail Trail will be held on Sunday, September 27. Starts 9 AM at Warden Hilltop Community Centre. Details at the website linked here. #TOpoli www.scarborough-junction.ca/2026/08/clos...
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The president made over 1,000 stock transactions, according to the most recent disclosure form released on Saturday.
Trump Made Big Stock Trades In SpaceX, Palantir And Tech Companies In June
The president made over 1,000 stock transactions, according to the most recent disclosure form released on Saturday.
www.forbes.com
August 23, 2026 at 3:50 PM
The president made over 1,000 stock transactions, according to the most recent disclosure form released on Saturday.
I’m going to buy some 🇨🇦 @chapmans.ca which flavour should I get?? I love Wolf Pass but open to suggestions www.chapmans.ca
Chapman's - Canada's Favourite Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt
Made by Canadians, for all of us Canadians! Ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, water ice Lolly treats and scooping tubs.
www.chapmans.ca
August 22, 2026 at 8:21 PM
I’m going to buy some 🇨🇦 @chapmans.ca which flavour should I get?? I love Wolf Pass but open to suggestions www.chapmans.ca
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Hey #BikeTO! There will be a #CriticalMass ride on Friday, August 28. Details to follow, but there will be a need to ensure a huge turnout given Friday's disappointing Ontario Court of Appeal decision in favour of the Ford government regarding Bill 212. #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero
August 17, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Hey #BikeTO! There will be a #CriticalMass ride on Friday, August 28. Details to follow, but there will be a need to ensure a huge turnout given Friday's disappointing Ontario Court of Appeal decision in favour of the Ford government regarding Bill 212. #TOpoli #ONpoli #VisionZero
August 16, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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If it looks like an Amazon delivery and drives like an Amazon delivery, then it's an Amazon delivery, right? Not according to Amazon.
Big companies like Amazon have built a vast network of subcontractors who deliver their packages while shielding them from accountability.
Big companies like Amazon have built a vast network of subcontractors who deliver their packages while shielding them from accountability.
August 10, 2026 at 6:34 PM
If it looks like an Amazon delivery and drives like an Amazon delivery, then it's an Amazon delivery, right? Not according to Amazon.
Big companies like Amazon have built a vast network of subcontractors who deliver their packages while shielding them from accountability.
Big companies like Amazon have built a vast network of subcontractors who deliver their packages while shielding them from accountability.
No wonder some wards have the same councillors for 90 years!
Councillor Ward 2 - Etobicoke Centre
ONLY Alexander, Jennifer has stepped up to run against NAY VOTER
Holyday, Stephen
www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
Councillor Ward 2 - Etobicoke Centre
ONLY Alexander, Jennifer has stepped up to run against NAY VOTER
Holyday, Stephen
www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
2026 Municipal Election List of Candidates & Third Party Advertisers
The following list contains website links provided by candidates and third party advertisers to the City Clerk. The City Clerk provides these links to the public strictly as a convenience to promote c...
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August 11, 2026 at 6:34 AM
No wonder some wards have the same councillors for 90 years!
Councillor Ward 2 - Etobicoke Centre
ONLY Alexander, Jennifer has stepped up to run against NAY VOTER
Holyday, Stephen
www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
Councillor Ward 2 - Etobicoke Centre
ONLY Alexander, Jennifer has stepped up to run against NAY VOTER
Holyday, Stephen
www.toronto.ca/city-governm...
Adam Pham is Back to Basics: vision includes “enhanced public safety” “enhanced police presence” “make it easier for cars to access High Park” “restoring lanes for cars along Bloor St W creating a better alternative bike lane”
“It’s time for Toronto to blossom 🌸 “ by going back to basics … nope.
“It’s time for Toronto to blossom 🌸 “ by going back to basics … nope.
August 10, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Adam Pham is Back to Basics: vision includes “enhanced public safety” “enhanced police presence” “make it easier for cars to access High Park” “restoring lanes for cars along Bloor St W creating a better alternative bike lane”
“It’s time for Toronto to blossom 🌸 “ by going back to basics … nope.
“It’s time for Toronto to blossom 🌸 “ by going back to basics … nope.
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Ward 4 council candidate Nadia Guerrera is pandering to those "Access for All" carbrains in wanting to see vehicle access restored to High Park. If NYC can make Central & Prospect Parks fully carfree, Toronto can do the same for High Park. #shame #TOpoli #ParkHP www.instagram.com/reels/DboiKp...
Nadia Guerrera on Instagram: "High Park belongs to all of us.
We can protect one of Toronto’s greatest treasures while making sure everyone can enjoy it.
That starts with listening to residents and...
73 likes, 39 comments - nadiaguerrera on August 4, 2026: "High Park belongs to all of us.
We can protect one of Toronto’s greatest treasures while making sure everyone can enjoy it.
That starts wit...
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August 6, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Ward 4 council candidate Nadia Guerrera is pandering to those "Access for All" carbrains in wanting to see vehicle access restored to High Park. If NYC can make Central & Prospect Parks fully carfree, Toronto can do the same for High Park. #shame #TOpoli #ParkHP www.instagram.com/reels/DboiKp...
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Disappointed with how even with the late July news, @mark-carney.bsky.social still left the door open to jets at Billy Bishop Airport in the future. No wonder why @shawnmicallef.bsky.social suggested not putting away those #NoJetsTO signs just yet. #shame #cdnpoli www.torontotoday.ca/local/city-h...
Carney won't rule out future Billy Bishop Airport expansion
'Forever is a long time,' prime minister says
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August 5, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Disappointed with how even with the late July news, @mark-carney.bsky.social still left the door open to jets at Billy Bishop Airport in the future. No wonder why @shawnmicallef.bsky.social suggested not putting away those #NoJetsTO signs just yet. #shame #cdnpoli www.torontotoday.ca/local/city-h...
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Definitely share @graphicmatt.com's disappointment in his latest column on how only one councillor - Gord Perks - stepped aside for this fall's election and another is running for Mayor. We really need term limits to allow for new blood at City Hall. #TOpoli #TOelxn26 www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
Matt Elliott: Gord Perks left Toronto council with a bang. Why won’t his long-serving colleagues ever leave?
With Toronto councillors serving for decades and Doug Ford blocking key reforms, term limits may be the only way to get new voices at city hall.
www.thestar.com
August 4, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Definitely share @graphicmatt.com's disappointment in his latest column on how only one councillor - Gord Perks - stepped aside for this fall's election and another is running for Mayor. We really need term limits to allow for new blood at City Hall. #TOpoli #TOelxn26 www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...