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drmelissalem.bsky.social
Congratulations @wazaroff.bsky.social!
Great things in store for @onecityvan.bsky.social under your leadership.
#healthyfuture
wazaroff.bsky.social William Azaroff @wazaroff.bsky.social · Feb 12
Thank you to the members of @onecityvan.bsky.social for your trust & for your votes. 🙏

(Live skeets by WA for Mayor Campaign Team of the Nomination Speech) Thread 🧵

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February 13, 2026 at 1:40 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Today almost 150 health professionals wrote to Mayor Sim and Vancouver City Council urging them to uphold the city’s bylaw requiring clean electric heating in new homes.
We call on you to make the right choice for a #healthyfuture on November 26.
Read: drive.google.com/file/d/19HFN...
November 26, 2024 at 1:58 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Now there's a split-screen image I never thought I'd see. Thanks to our national public broadcaster for highlighting stories that matter—and telling them in such compelling ways.
#healthyfuture
April 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
animalaid.org.uk
It’s World Vegan Month, and this week we’re shining a light on vegan food and nutrition! We’re teaching young people that plant-based eating is healthy, sustainable, and delicious. #WorldVeganMonth #VeganEducation #PlantPower #HealthyFuture
November 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
“I urge the Prime Minister to seize this opportunity to realize a healthier future for all.”
Congratulations, @mark-carney.bsky.social! @cape-acme.bsky.social looks forward to seeing a renewed focus on #climateaction from your new government.
#healthyfuture #canpoli
canrac.bsky.social Climate Action Network Canada @canrac.bsky.social · Apr 29
🗳️ The results are (mostly) in: Canadians have elected the Liberal Party to form government.

Now, PM @mark-carney.bsky.social must practice what he's preached for years on climate & kickstart the economic transition that will make 🇨🇦 more resilient.

Reactions from our members 👉 shorturl.at/Kvy3F
Climate Action Network Canada congratulates PM Carney on election win - Climate Action Network Canada (CAN-Rac)
Prime Minister Carney has long been involved in climate initiatives; now, he has the chance to enact change at a national scale to make Canadians’ lives safer, healthier, and more affordable.
shorturl.at
April 29, 2025 at 9:19 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Resounding win for people and the planet.
Politics is a determinant of health — and today was a huge step in a healthier direction. Congratulations @avilewis.ca!
#healthyfuture
Avi Lewis wins NDP leadership race in decisive first-ballot victory | CBC
www.cbc.ca
March 30, 2026 at 3:31 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Honoured to join these incredible leaders from across Canada on behalf of @cape-acme.bsky.social in a unified call for Budget 2025 to fund a Youth Climate Corps—because young people deserve meaningful work that builds a #healthyfuture.
Learn more: www.goodgreenjobsforall.ca
climateunit.bsky.social Climate Emergency Unit @climateunit.bsky.social · Oct 21
Across Canada, more and more voices are calling for a Youth Climate Corps. With the federal budget set for November 4, the call is growing louder.

📢 Join the 200+ organizations urging Mark Carney’s government to fund a Youth Climate Corps in Budget 2025.

🔗 Learn more: www.goodgreenjobsforall.ca
October 21, 2025 at 7:56 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Morning Joe. Grateful to be in the trenches—and on the beach this morning—with @jvipondmd.bsky.social as we work together towards a #healthyfuture.
@cape-acme.bsky.social presidents who walk together win together.
Join us!
cape.ca
Melissa and Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment Past-President Dr. Joe Vipond taking a morning walk on Jericho Beach in Vancouver, BC
March 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
caringdoctors.bsky.social
CO2-afvang vertraagt de energietransitie en verhoogt de kosten. 100% hernieuwbare energie (wind, water, zon) reduceert ~92% van klimaat- en gezondheidskosten. Stop met vertragen, start met verduurzamen. #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #HealthyFuture pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
Energy, Health, and Climate Costs of Carbon-Capture and Direct-Air-Capture versus 100%-Wind-Water-Solar Climate Policies in 149 Countries
Air pollution, global warming, and energy insecurity are three major problems facing the world. This study first examines whether 149 countries can transition 100% of their business-as-usual (BAU) all...
pubs.acs.org
December 27, 2025 at 3:54 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Great to see strong climate and biodiversity hawks in @mark-carney.bsky.social's new cabinet.
Congratulations @juliedabrusin.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @gregorrobertson.bsky.social and more!
@cape-acme.bsky.social looks forward to continuing our work with you towards a #healthyfuture.
Minister Julie Dabrusin meeting with climate advocates in Vancouver Melissa at a climate adaptation event in Vancouver with Minister Steven Guilbeault Melissa at the Clean50 summit in Toronto with Minister Gregor Robertson
May 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
investnscience.bsky.social
What causes cerebral palsy? Connor studies how strokes early in life can change brain architecture.

#cerebralpalsy #neuroscience #neurosky #academicsky #healthyfuture #investNscience
August 16, 2025 at 2:18 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Do you know accounting, finance or business administration, and want to join the board of @cape-acme.bsky.social, one of the most effective environment and health charities in Canada?
Apply to our treasurer posting: www.charityvillage.com/job/treasure...
#healthyfuture
@jvipondmd.bsky.social
Dr. Joe Vipond carrying a globe on his shoulder at COP28 in Dubai
October 17, 2025 at 3:37 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
"Years from now, when your children and grandchildren look back on our time in government, let’s ensure we can truthfully say that we did our best."
Good to join @emikonewman.bsky.social @traceysaxby.bsky.social + Kai @dogwoodbc.bsky.social in this call for a #healthyfuture.
@cape-acme.bsky.social
bcclimateemergency.bsky.social BC Climate Emergency Campaign @bcclimateemergency.bsky.social · Dec 20
While BC's new cabinet ministers await their mandate letters from the Premier, a few members of our Campaign went ahead and penned the letter we wished to see. Give it a read!👇

thetyee.ca/Opinion/2024...
The Imaginary BC Climate Mandate Letter We Wish to See | The Tyee
For cabinet ministers facing a confluence of crises, a mock letter from the frontlines of the climate emergency.
thetyee.ca
December 20, 2024 at 8:31 PM
courtghoward.bsky.social
Landed at #COP30! Found @wgagnon.bsky.social, sustainable health systems engineer extraordinaire & a tasty plantain fish dish.
Looking forward to marching for a #healthyfuture today!
Let us know if you have any COP queries 🤓
@powerwellbeing.bsky.social @gchalliance.bsky.social @cmadocs.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
What a standout event and crew!
Thanks to our wonderful audience, ScienceUpFirst, and @drmakokis.bsky.social @drjengunter.bsky.social @caulfieldtim.bsky.social for such a fun, funny and truth-telling conversation.
Find more events this week here:
scienceupfirst.com/event/togeth...
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caulfieldtim.bsky.social Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · Nov 13
Such an honour presenting with this amazing crew at ScienceUpFirst's Together Against Misinformation event last night!

These are tough times. But we fight on! 💪

Thx thx Anthony Morgan, Dr. James Makokis, Dr. Melissa Lem @drjengunter.bsky.social et al! 🙏
November 14, 2024 at 5:55 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Honoured to sign this open letter on behalf of @cape-acme.bsky.social. Join us on September 20!
drawtheline.world/canada
#healthyfuture
Melissa and Seth Klein holding up a sign reading "Draw the Line for Healthy People + a Healthy Planet" at a sign-making party for September 20th's global Draw the Line event
September 16, 2025 at 8:45 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Today was Health Day at #COP29.
Good discussion with @danburritt.bsky.social tonight on #climatechange and:
⚕️ achieving sustainable healthcare
💰 hitting the $1T climate finance goal
🌲 health benefits of nature + phasing out fossil fuels
+ more.
Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=QFnt...
#healthyfuture
Melissa speaking with CBC Vancouver News at 6 host Dan Burritt about COP29, climate change and health
November 19, 2024 at 5:56 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Can't wait to join two of my climate heroes, @katharinehayhoe.com + @courtghoward.bsky.social, in a featured panel conversation at this year's PEGASUS Institute hybrid conference at the University of Waterloo in May.
Join us: pegasusinstitute.ca/pegasus-conf...
@cape-acme.bsky.social
#healthyfuture
A graphic showing 21 of the speakers at the May 2026 PEGASUS Institute Conference on Interconnected Futures: Pathways to Justice in Global Health, Peace, and Environmental Sustainability at the University of Waterloo
February 7, 2026 at 5:05 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
What do you get when you set eight @cape-acme.bsky.social doctors loose in a room full of elected officials from across BC + Canada at @civicgovernance.bsky.social's High Ground 2025?
A crowd full of power, influence and new commitment in service of a #healthyfuture.
Best Friday night ever.
Board and staff of the Centre for Civic Governance with CAPE BC volunteers at High Ground 2025 in Vancouver Seth Klein introducing Melissa's keynote at High Ground 2025 in Vancouver CAPE BC doctor volunteers faciliating a participatory session on health and policy with electeds after Melissa's keynote
March 8, 2025 at 7:11 PM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Huge thanks @jvipondmd.bsky.social, @cpdesrosiers.bsky.social, Jack Avanthay-Strus + Felix Martineau for your 🌟 board + #planetaryhealth contributions, and welcome @monikadutt.bsky.social, @theodoramladenova.bsky.social, and Drs. Melody Porlier + Maya Kalogirou. Let's get to work!
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November 28, 2025 at 12:39 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Both BC Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social + Leader of the Opposition @johnrustad4bc.bsky.social are calling for federal levies on US thermal coal exports—or an outright ban.
💯 agree this is the right move at the right moment.
#healthyfuture
@cape-acme.bsky.social
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
March 15, 2025 at 2:54 AM
birdlady.bsky.social
2/2 Small farmers and entrepreneurs hurt and kids go hungry.
#FarmersFirst #FoodForKids #CancelTheCuts #SupportSmallFarmers #SchoolNutrition #FoodSecurityMatters #GovernmentAccountability #InvestInAgriculture #HealthyFuture #RuralVoices
March 25, 2025 at 1:50 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Really looking forward to engaging with elected officials on March 7 at High Ground 2025—and bringing several colleagues from @cape-acme.bsky.social along with me for an interactive, solutions-focused session. Join us!
More info here:
columbiainstitute.eco/event/high-g...
#healthyfuture
December 20, 2024 at 3:57 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
I'm so proud of what we accomplished together—and can't wait for the next.
Check out our press release here: cape.ca/press_releas...
#planetaryhealthday #healthyfuture
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Health professionals launch first-ever National Day of Action on Planetary Health - CAPE
Doctors, nurses, paramedics and other health professionals across the country are mobilizing today for the first-ever National Day of Action on Planetary Health in Canada—and possibly the world. The ...
cape.ca
October 8, 2025 at 1:16 AM
drmelissalem.bsky.social
Learn more about @raffifoundation.bsky.social's Child Honouring movement for social change here:
raffifoundation.org
And a million thanks for your enduring support of @cape-acme.bsky.social's work to protect people (of all ages) and the planet.
#healthyfuture
Child Honouring | Learn with Raffi Foundation
Discover Child Honouring—a movement placing children at the heart of social change. Join Raffi’s course to nurture compassion & build a better future.
raffifoundation.org
March 30, 2026 at 3:39 AM