In Paris, bike infrastructure has increased from 181km in the year 2000 to 1200km in 2024. The number of trips by bike now exceeds trips by car, increasing 71% between 2019-2022. The rise in riding then picked up speed, doubling in just 1 year between October 2022 & October 2023.

Congratulations to Joanne Thomson on her debut book with Heritage House . Wonderful person, amazing artist, reimagining history in Mason jar paintings with short, lyrical observations. vicnews.com/local-entertai…

Could be wrong. Hope I'm wrong. But Dave Eby campaigning on a "stop John Rustad" platform is not, exactly, an inspiring vision. Do all politicians naturally learn to race to the bottom?? #bcpoli #BCelection2024

I'll tell you what goes on here. 🧵

Entertaining and engaging evening of poetry last night, with Cassidy McFadzean and Aaron Kreuter at Planet Earth Poetry in Russell Books . #canlit #poetrycommunity

"Shark's Teeth" markings are the unsung heroes of Dutch street design, indicating which users must give way. They can be painted across a narrow or wide space, communicating complex priorities in a clear manner, without the need for dedicated traffic circles, signals, and signs.

Do you have a vision for urban change in Greater Victoria, or maybe something cool for your 'hood? 10 years ago we started this citizens group... & now it's ready to be reinvigorated. Your ideas, your energy. #yyj #urbanism #getinvolved Victoria Placemaking Ray Straatsma @TMMGuerrero

Tonight, for no particular reason, my thoughts turn to An Unforgettable Mentor. That's what true mentors can do - give you something that you carry with you, year after year, perhaps to pass along to the next generation. #poetrypeople #Mentorship lifeasahuman.com/2011/people-pl…

Halloween is off-the-charts the worst day of the year for children being hit and killed by drivers. If you can avoid driving this evening, please do. If you must, take extra care. Skip the Uber Eats delivery tonight. Let's make sure it's a safe one for the kids.

Is that poem 'good'? Elizabeth Blair says 'the answer is yes' -- here's why: substack.com/home/post/p-15… #poetrycommunity

Victoria watercolor artist’s book, 300 Mason Jars, began from frustration as she tried to piece together a family history, but over time, these jars took on a deeper meaning. cheknews.ca/victoria-artis…

Tonight, I’m thinking about Justice Murray Sinclair and of the times that I was lucky enough to hear him speak about his work with the TRC. This moment stands out for me. It’s his answer when he was asked, “Why can’t you just get over it?”

#yyjbike BE CAREFUL ON THE GOOSE and E&N! trees down everywhere. I came across 4 trees/large branches down between VGH and Aldeane Ave on the goose. another bloke and I managed to clear two, but there are still 2. one at head height ! ride slow, or ride on the road.

Guy on the waterfront (Dallas Road) this afternoon, making non-musical sounds on accordion, says to every passer-by: “now accepting donations for lessons.” No donations. Tough way to make some coin. #yyj #streetscene #busking

I’ve had a peak at this book and it looks wonderful. Book launch Thursday at Art Gallery Victoria !

Realia, Michael Trussler (Radiant Press, 2024) mini review How do we form a sense of what is real? And do we – should we – trust that our perceptions are stable, shared, believable? Mini review in the images and over on IG.

Apparently I've been on this platform for 15 years. Likely shifting out soon. Hate to lose all those connections but I hope to reconnect with many of you elsewhere. #bittersweetanniversary

Yvonne Blomer's amazing Death of Persephone, this Friday: @lorne_daniel instagram.com/p/DChZg23Syvj/…

I’ll have a book announcement coming shortly, but first: huge gratitude to writer / editor / teachers Bruce Hunter, Yvonne Blomer and Kelli Russell Agodon, who have supported me on a journey that became a bit of a marathon. You are awesome.

Final words for 2024, if I still have any followers here. Grateful to the League of Canadian Poets for publishing this today. Breathe. Be well. poets.ca/sitting-with-t…