How do fascists derail democracy? If you study history (or read Project 2025), it’s almost like there’s a recipe book: goose the economy, abolish unions, privatize what’s public, win the support of tycoons. But at what cost? Mesmerize your base so they don’t care. Blind them with

Banner from The National Woman's Party (NWP), a US women's organization formed in 1916 as part of the movement for women's suffrage #womensart #USElection2024

Soldier and Girl at Station Alex Colville 1953 #CanadaRemembers

Nov. 4, 1979: Six American diplomats evaded capture as the US embassy in Iran was seized. Eventually sheltered by Canadian diplomatic personnel, their escape from the Iran became known as The Canadian Caper. Learn more 👇 canadaehx.com/2023/12/05/the…

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Murray Sinclair, Anishinaabe leader, former senator, and Truth and Reconciliation Commission commissioner. His vision for a reconciled Canada had a lasting impact. May his legacy inspire us forward. #cdnpoli theglobeandmail.com/canada/article…

We Are Still Here Blake Angeconeb ~ Anishinaabe c. 2021

'Sisterhood is Blooming', 1972, women's liberation poster from The Chicago Women's Graphics Collective #WomensArt

The #WordOfTheDay is ‘psephology.’ ow.ly/NA2150TZCSj

This is absolutely hilarious Wonder what John King thinks about The Onion giving him a run for his money on the magic wall 🤷‍♂️🤣

During the Renaissance, people in Venice would vote by dropping little balls into an urn. The Italian word for “little ball” is ‘ballotta.’ Now any kind of secret voting, by ball, piece of paper, or voting machine, is called a ‘ballot.’

On this day in 1939, the National Research Council Time Signal was broadcast for the first time. It was broadcasted every day for 84 years, technically making it the longest-running radio program in Canadian history. It ended abruptly on Oct. 9, 2023.

Feels accurate... Watching from 🇨🇦 #USElection2024

'You keep going' by contemporary US artist Martha Rich #WomensArt

Portrait of Ethel Southam (Mrs. F.H. Toller) Lilias Torrance Newton 1938

'Night Calm' by contemporary US artist Paula Schuette Kraemer #WomensArt

Parking in our long-term lots is filling up fast. If you're travelling this weekend, we recommend using Valet Parking or exploring other transportation options to YLW. Safe travels! ylw.kelowna.ca/parking

In all my professional contact with John Horgan, when he was Premier of British Columbia, I was struck by his kindness and humility. I am saddened by his passing, comforted by all of condolences I'm seeing, thinking about his family and hoping he inspires civility in politics.

We are thrilled to share that Amy Coady has been confirmed as FCM’s Third Vice-President and will assume the role effective immediately. Amy has been a strong voice for municipalities in Newfoundland & Labrador, and we look forward to her continued leadership in her new

Congratulations, Amy Coady! I’m excited to welcome you to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Executive as 3rd VP. Looking forward to the important shared work ahead for #CDNMuni from my coast to yours, and everywhere in between. #cdnpoli