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Solveig Christina

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I am glad to see that we have differences. May we together become greater than the sum of both of us. ~ Surak, Star Trek TOS Bioregional thinking, hearing loss advocacy, growing into treaty relationships on Between the Lakes Purchase (Treaty 3) territory.

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No need to shame a woman who decides to go naked.

30.10.2025 19:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Maybe start by not having your aides *attack* the committee about the Nobel *Peace* Prize decision... 🀦

10.10.2025 21:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Machen die nun auch Satire...

09.10.2025 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Chatkontrolle stoppen! Die EU-Kommission will Messenger-Dienste wie WhatsApp und Signal zwingen, alle privaten Nachrichten und Fotos in Echtzeit zu scannen. Angeblich zum Kinderschutz. In Wahrheit bedeutet die Chatkontrolle...

Bald kΓΆnnten ALLE Chat-Nachrichten von den BehΓΆrden durchsucht werden – selbst ohne Verdacht! Das entscheiden *heute* die Minister*innen. Sag Nein zur Chatkontrolle! Jetzt unterzeichnen ✍️

07.10.2025 19:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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All-Nations Powwow Art by MJ Singleton

The University of Toronto Mississauga's All-Nations Powwow is held this weekend, October 4th, in Mississauga and invites everyone to attend!
www.utm.utoronto.ca/all-nations-...

01.10.2025 14:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you want to commemorate Orange Shirt Day in Guelph? The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time for personal reflection as well as public events to support Indigenous Peoples all over Canada. Guelph folks may want to head to Market Square, ...

Orange Shirt Day events in Guelph 🟠
www.guelphmercury.com/things-to-do...

29.09.2025 23:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you want to commemorate Orange Shirt Day in Guelph? The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time for personal reflection as well as public events to support Indigenous Peoples all over Canada. Guelph folks may want to head to Market Square, ...

Orange Shirt Day events in Guelph:
www.guelphmercury.com/things-to-do...

29.09.2025 23:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
A Chihuahua Terrier mix on a porch chair

A Chihuahua Terrier mix on a porch chair

He's the goodest boi ❀️

21.09.2025 18:24 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Next step name the genocide.

21.09.2025 16:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Canada officially recognizes the State of Palestine: Carney Prime Minister Mark Carney formally announced that Canada will recognize a Palestinian state ahead of the United Nations General Assembly as the international gathering of world leaders grapples with ...

Yes, finally! πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Έ

21.09.2025 16:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Praise The Ward 2025 Neighbourhood Festival Flyer - for more info visit http://www.praisetheward.com

Praise The Ward 2025 Neighbourhood Festival Flyer - for more info visit http://www.praisetheward.com

This weekend! Grab your friends, get your tickets and join us for a fun weekend in Guelph's most eclectic neighborhood! β˜€οΈ 🎢
www.praisetheward.com

17.09.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What To Do When Terrible People Die A Polite Guide to Emotional Freedom and Light Social Awkwardness

To be clear…

No one deserves to die for being a dick.

At the same time, no dick deserves to be lauded just because they’re dead.

www.brittlestar.com/p/what-to-do...

13.09.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 950    πŸ” 250    πŸ’¬ 32    πŸ“Œ 26

Called this morning to let her know I'd like to hear her stance on this. Was told my message would be passed on, guess I need to watch her socials. I expect/hope she remained seated but anyway, this thing is unbelievable!

16.09.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did I buy a condo on stolen land? How purchasing my first home made me question property rights | CBC Radio Last fall, Craig Desson bought a condo in Montreal’s Mile End with his partner. However, one thought lingered: Montreal lies on unceded land, as it was settled by the French without the permission of ...

This is such a great explanation of how European settlers claimed land in unacceptable ways and what it means for this day:

"Aboriginal title is not something to fear. It's a certain context that we can all work towards peace and finally an equitable justice for both societies, [..]"

16.09.2025 14:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Dried Goldenrod flowers, a big mason jar and scissors.

Dried Goldenrod flowers, a big mason jar and scissors.

After reading about the medicinal properties of Goldenrod, I can't wait to try it. Dried flowers will be served as tea to help with seasonal allergies and urinal health. It's also supposed to be good for the skin. ✨

01.09.2025 16:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Guelph’s Goods Exchange Weekend is back Residents urged to put β€˜free’ items on the curb for others to take

www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/g...

27.08.2025 19:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A picture of the original beaded Two Row Wampum Belt with the text:

River Healing
Sunday, Sept. 21, 10 am - Noon

Why is the 1613 Two Row Wampum Treaty significant for contemporary reconciliation?  How do the rivers heal us? How do we care for our rivers?

A picture of the original beaded Two Row Wampum Belt with the text: River Healing Sunday, Sept. 21, 10 am - Noon Why is the 1613 Two Row Wampum Treaty significant for contemporary reconciliation? How do the rivers heal us? How do we care for our rivers?

Very excited for this gathering on the Two Row Wampum in the context of Praise The Ward, our annual community celebration in Guelph's most unique neighborhood. Come and hear from Ellie Joseph and Jay Bailey, founders of the "Two Row on the Grand". More info at www.praisetheward.com

27.08.2025 17:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Supervised consumption and treatment sites save lives Earlier this year, Doug Ford shut down nine supervised consumption and treatment sites. These sites provided essential, life-saving services for vulnerable people at high risk of overdose or drug…

Harm reduction saves lives! Tell Doug Ford to reopen these nine safe consumption sites: secure.gpo.ca/civicrm/mail...

21.08.2025 21:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Is there a gardening website that's not advertisements on top of advertisements with the occasional interruption of useful information? 🫠

11.08.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I thought every adult my age in this place, living a similar life as I, had a phone. I met a lady yesterday who didn't. Needless to say, I am back to *make no assumptions* today.

Happy Sunday everyone! β˜€οΈ

10.08.2025 15:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I wish more people would ask themselves "Is this decision ultimately supporting people and making them happy in a way they want to be supported and happy?" instead of "Is this decision supporting people in accordance with my (narrow-minded and biased) belief system and how I want the world to be?"

08.08.2025 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Two Row on the Grand flag is staked on the shore of the Grand River, next to a canoe. Two Row on the Grand is a 10-day paddling trip from Cambridge to Port Maitland in the spirit of the Two Row Wampum from 1613, inviting indigenous and allies alike to learn about and live the Two Row teachings.

The Two Row on the Grand flag is staked on the shore of the Grand River, next to a canoe. Two Row on the Grand is a 10-day paddling trip from Cambridge to Port Maitland in the spirit of the Two Row Wampum from 1613, inviting indigenous and allies alike to learn about and live the Two Row teachings.

The importance of cultivating spaces for listening, unlearning, and learning; for all voices to be heard because those who speak do so with consideration; for sharing, healing and joy - Two Row on the Grand is where the spirit of the Two Row Wampum is embodied in the River. www.tworowonthegrand.com

06.08.2025 15:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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There’s renewable energy ads and there’s mother**cking wind farm ads. This, blissfully, is the latter.

31.07.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 11581    πŸ” 3165    πŸ’¬ 229    πŸ“Œ 270
~ Waterloom ~ The Voice of the River is coming to Guelph August 2nd 6-9 pm at York Park. Let's meet at the confluence as we paddle & parade from York Park & The Boathouse for a 'Flotilla Finale' & weave our voice of the river with puppets, people and Rivers.
Contact Bree for table space: bree@waterforworldpeace.com
http://www.ruralcreativity.org
http://www.waterloom.org

~ Waterloom ~ The Voice of the River is coming to Guelph August 2nd 6-9 pm at York Park. Let's meet at the confluence as we paddle & parade from York Park & The Boathouse for a 'Flotilla Finale' & weave our voice of the river with puppets, people and Rivers. Contact Bree for table space: bree@waterforworldpeace.com http://www.ruralcreativity.org http://www.waterloom.org

Voice of the River is in Guelph this Saturday! Come one, come all, let's gather at the confluence and connect. 🎢 🌊 πŸ›Ά 🌳

#guelph #waterloom #voiceoftheriver #connect #tworivers #confluence #gather

31.07.2025 14:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Save Wasaga Beach – Protect Piping Plover Habitat Doug Ford is trying to sell off portions of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park – critical nesting habitat for the endangered Piping Plover. Piping Plovers nearly disappeared from Ontario before a small…

Ontario parks belong to the people. The Ontario Greens are fighting to keep it that way.

We can’t let Ford continue to sell off the places that make Ontario special.

Will you fight with us?

30.07.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Trail...A Legacy of War - Ross Davidson-Pilon Photography Brought to you by the creative team at Studio404

A neighbor who is a photographer made these beautiful, annotated photographs, and my heart is breaking. The US has to clean up this mess. studio404.smugmug.com/Projects/The...

10.07.2025 13:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Interested in volunteering at Praise the Ward? 'We’re building on last year’s success,' say organizers of Guelph's third annual event as they unveil a diverse program featuring everything from river gatherings to rock bands

Praise The Ward 2025 is coming to Guelph on September 20th & 21st! πŸŽ‰ Get your tickets now or apply to volunteer! We are always happy about more help! πŸ™Œ Please let your friends and neighbours now! 🎢

07.07.2025 20:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Rally poster "Stop the premiere's Bill 5 power grab! Repeal Bills 5 & 17"

Rally poster "Stop the premiere's Bill 5 power grab! Repeal Bills 5 & 17"

ecoCaledon, GASP and HeadwatersStopsThe413 invites you to rally on Saturday, July 12 at 1pm at Mill Square Park in Orangeville to tell Doug Ford and Sylvia Jones to repeal these horrific bills.
#stopbill5 #killbill

27.06.2025 12:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think I was going there the other day. Not my regular route, and I remember I was like WTFork?! I think the bike lane starts again a few meters down. It makes no sense at all.

23.06.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A cafΓ© with tables filled with people. In the back close to the entrance is a small stage with two musical performers.

A cafΓ© with tables filled with people. In the back close to the entrance is a small stage with two musical performers.

The Cornerstone in Guelph has a weekly open mic on Sundays 3 to 6 pm. 🎢 I am delighted. πŸ˜ƒ

22.06.2025 21:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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