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Diana Batten she/her

@dianabatten.bsky.social

Advocate, MLA for Calgary-Acadia, Shadow Minister of Child & Family Services and Childcare, former RN. Type & typos, all me.

1,329 Followers  |  346 Following  |  74 Posts  |  Joined: 13.11.2024  |  1.7555

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Today we remember the six lives lost in the QuΓ©bec City Mosque attack and stand with survivors, families, and affected communities.
The green square symbolizes remembrance and solidarity.
Please take a moment to remember those impacted.

#yycAcadia #GreenSquareCampaign #nccm

29.01.2026 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I am opposed to the separation of Alberta from Canada.
I am a proud Albertan and Canadian.

#yycAcadia #Alberta #Canada

29.01.2026 10:06 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Call a state of emergency. Our lives depend on it.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi Call a state of emergency. Our lives depend on it.

Alberta’s New Democrats are calling on the UCP to declare a state of emergency to address the health care crisis.

We cannot wait another minute to take action.

Our lives depend on it.

youtu.be/yuVdKLExPDA

23.01.2026 18:26 β€” πŸ‘ 101    πŸ” 44    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

Our annual townhall is only days away!
See link in bio and be sure to let us know you're coming!

#yycAcadia #community #yycGlenmore

21.01.2026 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy New Year!

Join our joint townhall with MLA @dianabatten.bsky.social. Constituents from #yycglenmore & #yycacadia are welcome join with their questions and thoughts. Special guests and energy thinkers will discuss innovating Alberta’s future economy.

Sign up!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

07.01.2026 18:47 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
60 children died in the care of the UCP government last year. This is unacceptable.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi 60 children died in the care of the UCP government last year. This is unacceptable.

Sixty children have died in the care of this government over the last year.

We cannot ignore the needs of some of the most vulnerable people in our community, and the UCP must do everything in their power to ensure these kids have the support they need.

youtube.com/shorts/L2Mmy...

28.11.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 93    πŸ” 45    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 2
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Join us this Sunday from 2–4 PM at the Calgary Public Library for Voices of Recovery! This inspiring event, hosted by one of our own constituents, celebrates incredible talent while shining a light on the importance of recovery. Link in bio for tickets and details. #yycAcadia #VoicesOfRecovery

14.11.2025 17:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
You deserve better. Alberta’s New Democrats are ready.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi You deserve better. Alberta’s New Democrats are ready.

Albertans want to bring back the Alberta advantage – an affordable life, fairness, and opportunity.

We’re ready. Join us.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoUz...

13.11.2025 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 195    πŸ” 79    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 18
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Justice Wyant’s report on #CorruptCare states on Page 3 that β€œunlike a public inquiry, this investigation did not have power to subpoena or hear testimony under oath. As a result, people had the opportunity to decline to be interviewed. Some did.”

We need a full public inquiry now.

#AbLeg

18.10.2025 00:53 β€” πŸ‘ 44    πŸ” 30    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 2
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"Everyone has skin in this game"
#SupportPublicEducation #RedforEd
#yycAcadia @abndp @abteachers

16.10.2025 12:30 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Setting the record straight.
#RedforEd

15.10.2025 17:42 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Picture at the play with Janis Irwin and Diana Batten

Picture at the play with Janis Irwin and Diana Batten

Picture from the play

Picture from the play

Last night, I went to the β€œLife of Pi” play at the Citadel Theatre with @janisirwin.bsky.social and @dianabatten.bsky.social!

If you're looking for a night out with friends or family, check out the Citadel Theatre. This year marks its 60th anniversary as a true gem in Edmonton’s arts scene!

19.09.2025 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Teachers are being told to make do. They deserve better.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi Teachers are being told to make do. They deserve better.

Teachers are being told to make do with overcrowded classrooms and zero support while the UCP refuses to fund new schools or plan for growth.

It's not neglect. It’s a conscious choice.
And it’s failing Alberta’s kids.

Let's talk about it. ⬇️
youtu.be/5Dcp3-RwoHA?...

04.09.2025 17:34 β€” πŸ‘ 132    πŸ” 50    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 5
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Happening TONIGHT at 7PM! πŸŽ₯✨
We’re going live on YouTube for an Education Town Hall.
What’s really going on in Alberta’s schools? How do we better support students, teachers, and education workers? Let’s dig in together.

Your questions. Your stories. Your voice.
We’re here for it.
πŸ”— Link in bio

04.09.2025 08:04 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Do you have concerns about education in Alberta?
Join us this Thursday for an Education Town Hall: Ask Me Anything.
πŸ“… Sept 4
⏰ 7PM
πŸ“ YouTube Live
Link in bio to join!
#yycAcadia

02.09.2025 08:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Better wages. Better Lives. A better Alberta.
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi Better wages. Better Lives. A better Alberta.

This Labour Day, let’s fight for something better.

Better wages. Better lives.

A better Alberta.

01.09.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 179    πŸ” 47    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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As the school year begins, families deserve clarity, not rising costs and confusion from the UCP.
Join us for a Town Hall: Ask Me Anything on Education in Alberta. Let’s talk about what’s really happening in our schools.
πŸ“… Sept 4
⏰ 7PM
πŸ“ YouTube Live
Link in bio to join!
#yycAcadia

29.08.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Grab a Teen Burger today at A&W and help beat MS-$2 from every burger goes to MS Canada!
Let’s show our support for the MS community.
#BurgersToBeatMS

21.08.2025 08:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two years of progress, countless lives touched & we’re just getting started. βš‘πŸ’›
πŸ™Œ Your support matters, donate to Calgary-Acadia today!
#yycAcadia #ActNow #CommunityStrong

20.08.2025 16:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ₯³ Halfway to 90! My knees might remind me I’m getting older, but my heart is still full throttle.

Celebrate with me by donating $45 or $90 to Calgary-Acadia and help keep our community thriving. πŸ’ͺ✨

#yycAcadia #Birthday #Invest #Advocacy #PublicService

20.08.2025 08:05 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I'm happy to hear you were able to pre-order & I share your concerns about the UCP govt's ability to deliver for Albertans.
This approach to Public Health is risky and I'm not in favour of gambling with the lives of Albertans. Shame.

13.08.2025 14:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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🦠 Don’t let the Flu or COVID crash your fall plans!
Make sure to prebook your fall vaccines & keep our community healthy this season.

#yycAcadia #getvaccinated #influenza #COVID19

12.08.2025 16:02 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy International Cat Day from the one and only Mr. Peppercorn! πŸ±πŸ’«

Calgary-Acadia’s unofficial feline ambassador wishes you a well-deserved catnap today!

#yycAcadia #instagood #CatLovers #meow #summer

08.08.2025 08:04 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Throwback to a great visit at The Home Depot Chinook location! πŸ› οΈπŸŒΏ We got a behind-the-scenes look at store safety, innovation, and even a blooming garden center. Thanks to the team for the warm welcome!
#YycAcadia

07.08.2025 08:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Which means we need to be louder and work harder

30.07.2025 21:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes!!!!

30.07.2025 21:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I hear this a lot.
Let's get loud and tell this govt enough is enough

30.07.2025 21:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I have the exact same question!

30.07.2025 21:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yup.

30.07.2025 21:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ§‘πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

30.07.2025 18:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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