Paula Kirman

Earth’s Refillery Co-Op is open for business! Here’s a look at the new space and first customers. #yeg #mccauley #yegbiz #yegevents #photojournalism

Visit ALHI’s information table this weekend at the Parkland Conference! #yeg

This "folk performer and social activist" (as I am being described in the show promo) is donating her time once again to a great cause - Edmonton's Food Bank. The fifth annual benefit show at Collins Gallery (11741 94 St. - behind The Carrot) happens Saturday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.
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Just got another roll of black and white film back from developing. Some street photo shots. #yeg #bnw_photography #blackandwhite #filmphotographer #streetphoto_bw #streetphotography #streetphotos

New glasses from Zenni - I wanted a lower cost pair with my current prescription to wear while playing basketball and engaging in other risky physical behaviours so I can see better and not worry as much about breaking them. #selfie #glasses #fashion

The UCP government just issues a statement acknowledging the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Considering Bill 9 that they are pushing through the Legislature, that’s really rich. #ableg

Montreal street photos. #yul #mtl #montreal #streetohotos #streetphotography #chinatown #streetart

YouTube video by Paula Kirman Ruach - A Journey Through Sound and Land

Ruach is a Hebrew word meaning "spirit," "wind," or "breath". It refers to the spiritual experience of creating sound, breathing life into tones & modalities. Video is unedited GoPro footage in Vilnius, Lithuania which connects to the theme of movement.
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youtu.be/aQOoIx-Y4LA

Another look at my last day in Montreal. #yul #mtl #montreal #streetphotography #photography #photographer #streetart

Chinatown in Montreal. #yul #montreal #chinatown #streetphotography #photographer

Montreal: day three. #yul #montreal #photography #streetphotography #photographer

My first time travelling to present at a conference. Me, Alvin Finkel & Donna Coombs-Montrose presenting about our work with the Alberta Labour History Institute at the Canadian Committee on Labour History conference, Nov. 14th in #yul.
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From Left: Paula Kirman, Alvin Finkel, and Donna Coombs-Montrose presenting about their work with ALHI at the Canadian Committee on Labour History conference, November 14th in Montreal. #yul #yeg #conference #labourhistory

More views from Montreal. #yul #montreal #photography #streetart #buildings

First glimpses of Montreal. #yul #publicart #street #streetphotography #montreal #murals

Tonight I saw the Northern Lights for the first time in person. Took these near Devon en route to the airport. #yeg #northernlights #northernlightsphotos #yegphotographer

Stop the Genocide - Palestine & Sudan
November 9, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Whyte Avenue
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#yeg #palestine #sudan #gaza #darfur #elfasher #whyteave #yegphotographer #photojournalism

Origin story of Alberta’s oil culture shares ‘chaotic mix’ of ambition, hype, and a dash of fraud Alberta and the oil boom are virtually synonymous. Those who study history may know that more than 500 oil companies emerged in Turner Valley following the start of the operation of the first well in ...

My latest @prairiebooksnow.bsky.social: Origin story of Alberta’s oil culture shares ‘chaotic mix’ of ambition, hype, and a dash of fraud
Deep dive into George Buck written for academics, and anyone who likes a good story #books #writing #journalism
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Just One World features non-profit and charitable organizations that sell quality arts and handmade crafts with proceeds contributing to development projects in the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa & the Middle East, and supports Edmonton’s food bank.
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Rally for the ATA (Alberta Teachers' Association)
November 5, 2025
University of Alberta Main Quad
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#yeg #ableg #teachers #education #protest #rally #ualberta #yegphotographer #photojournalism

Members of Edmonton's Sudanese community rallied at the Alberta Legislature on Nov. 2 to demand international intervention against the humanitarian crisis and genocide in Sudan, particularly in the El Fasher region of Darfur.
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The 31st annual Inner City Kids Safe Halloween at the McCauley Rink was a fun time of costumes, games, treats, and community. #yeg

Oh, hi! I’m at the Legislature. Students & people with disabilities are here and both are protesting the UCP. Folks are not happy. Just thought I would let you know. Have a great day! #yeg #ableg #education #teachers #students #disability #protest #ucp #photojournalism #yegactivist #yegphotographer

Ban the Ban
October 26, 2025
Alberta Legislature
A protest against UCP's policies attacking education, sexual identity, disability, as well as banning books.
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#yeg #ableg #UCP #education #protest #rally #alberta #photojournalism #yegphotographer #politics

A song supporting Alberta’s teachers as they strike for better working conditions and smaller class sizes, while the government may attempt to use the Notwithstanding Clause to force classes to resume. #teachers #song #alberta #education #ableg #yeg

Thank you to the Jasper Place Arts Society for inviting me to share some songs and spoken word at this afternoon's JPAF Concert Series. Thank you as well to ch.cafeteria for hosting! Photos by Dan Hempel.
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YouTube video by Paula Kirman Radical Citizen Media Rally for Education

Some video of the crowd, musical interludes, and a huge drum circle at yesterday's rally to support teachers and education in Alberta. #yeg #ableg #abeducation #teachers #education

youtu.be/h4Gifg5u4xc

Youth Halloween Event (FREE)
Thursday, Oct. 30th
3-5 pm
Welcome Village YMCA (Boyle Plaza) 9538 103a Ave
DJ (themed music, smoke machines, and lights), Cotton Candy Machine, Costume Contest (with prizes for both youth and staff/ysw's), games, workshops, snacks, and more.
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Some of the creative costumes at yesterday's Rally for Education at the Legislature, where thousands of teachers and supporters came out to demand better from the UCP. #yeg #ableg #abeducation #teachers #education #alberta #edmonton #photojournalism #yegphotographer

Teachers and supporters showed up from across the province to rally for education on Oct. 23, the first day of the Legislative Assembly’s fall session. #yeg #ableg #abeducation #teachers #abteachers #education #alberta #rally #photojournalism