PSPP is on track to be the Poilievre of Quebec politics.

Really inspiring to see Poilievre never quit.

Speaking as someone on the Liberal side, we’re absolutely thrilled he’s sticking around.

Two huge afternoon games for the Sens and Charge today with playoff implications. Buckle up. Let’s go Ottawa.

That’s the fucking stuff, man

A good reminder that incredible things are possible

Welcome back Artemis!

I really hope everything happening at uOttawa gets resolved quickly and that everyone stays safe. #ottawa

University of Ottawa issues lockdown notice The University of Ottawa has issued a lockdown notice for a violent incident occurring on campus.

University of Ottawa issues lockdown notice

Black-and-white photo of a group of soldiers riding on a large wagon at Vimy Ridge. The men wear military uniforms and helmets, many smiling and raising their arms. Several sit along the edges with their legs hanging over the side, while others stand behind them. A soldier walks beside the wagon in the foreground. Another wagon filled with soldiers follows behind on a dirt road lined with bare trees.

On April 9, 1917, the Battle of Vimy Ridge began.
One of the most famous battles in Canadian history, it saw four Canadian divisions fighting together for the first time in the battlefields of France.
Here are the stories from that battle.

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A wide view of Exhibition Stadium in Toronto during the first Toronto Blue Jays game, with a light snowfall covering much of the field. A circular cleared area surrounds the pitcher’s mound, where a small vehicle and grounds crew are visible working on the field. The stands are filled with spectators dressed in coats, and more people line the aisles and railings. The outfield and much of the infield remain covered in snow, with only sections of the diamond partially cleared. The sky is overcast, and stadium lights are on above the large grandstand.

On this day in 1977, the Toronto Blue Jays played their first game. In front of a home crowd of 44,649 at Exhibition Stadium, the Blue Jays won 9-5. A minor snowstorm hit just before the game started. That season, the Jays won only 54 games and finished in last in the AL East.

Agreed. Watched them this morning.

The Montreal Canadiens are officially heading to the StanleyCup Playoffs. 👀

Happy Easter 🐣

This now issued for Ottawa for Saturday. I guess it could wash off all the salt of winter, but not much else good comes from it. #ONStorm

A few snapshots from our European cruise adventure last week. 

In seven days, we made our way through Rome, Greece, Croatia, and Naples (with a visit to Pompeii). So many unforgettable moments packed into one incredible trip!

A Special Weather Statement for Ottawa has just been issued for reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow and strong winds. #ONStorm

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has just been issued for Ottawa. #ONStorm

But he said he didn’t need anything from us?? As we say in French, “arrange-toi avec tes troubles”. It’s your war.

That’s exactly why the Transit Commission exists in the first place, to review service plans, look at performance reports, discuss fare changes, question OC Transpo leadership, and make recommendations to Council.

Right?

So logically, City Council must have oversight responsibility. Maybe they’re not running day-to-day operations, but they still approve budgets, set policy, and receive reports.

Isn’t OC Transpo an entity of the City of Ottawa? The city created it, and from what I understand it isn’t an independent agency. it’s essentially the city’s transit department. That would mean the employees are city employees and the system ultimately falls under city administration.

I guess my question is, if council and the city can’t hold OC Transpo or RTM accountable for this mess who can?

Bureaucracy is alive and well in the City of Ottawa.

I agree that something needs to change. Investing more in equipment and infrastructure makes sense. But before we start throwing more money at OC Transpo, there needs to be clear accountability. At the moment, city council seems more focused on writing reports than on implementing real solutions.

Good news!

He represents an older era of attitudes that Canada has largely moved beyond. I’m not sure why conservatives are bringing this up now.