Gabe Ryan

A fiercely proud son of Newfoundland and Labrador

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

While I'm no doubt centre-left leaning, so yes there may be some bias, boy, did we ever dodge a bullet electing a man who truly considers all aspects of a problem, then works with others to find solutions, rather than a self-serving slogan naysayer. The world needs THIS Canada.

[Clay Thompson. @harryt59_harry]

When I look what's happening around the world today, I am very grateful that Canadians voted for Mark Carney.
We are in good hands.
Thank You Canada 🇨🇦

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Beautiful tribute, Avi. No surprise to me that your Dad maintains the moral compass admired by so many, myself included. Events in Gaza are shameful & should not be tolerated by any nation, yet we sit on our hands as innocents die. There is no excuse or justification. Blessings.

[Avi Lewis @avilewis]

My father Stephen Lewis is spectacularly uninterested in social media, so I’m posting this myself (though he has read it and is prepared to suffer the indignity of all I'm about to reveal).

When he was Canada’s ambassador to the UN from 1984-88, Dad was truly shocked by the regularity of open, vitriolic antisemitism in the cocktail parties and ambassadorial receptions that surround that crucial but flawed institution.

For this reason (among others) he’s always been the one in our family with the deepest atavistic fear of antisemitism. He was sympathetic to the idea of Israel as a refuge longer than the rest of us.

This is no longer the case. Like so many Jews who for decades adopted the dominant narratives of Zionism, he can no longer defend the current actions of the state of Israel.

He now regards Israel as a rogue state, committing genocide and other crimes against humankind, which ought to be opposed by every tool and tactic in Canada's diplomatic arsenal.

To return to the personal, seven years ago my Dad was diagnosed with a vicious cancer and was given as little as 3 months to live. It’s a sublime understatement to say that he’s a fighter - but he has persevered in life with a tenacity familiar from his political, diplomatic and humanitarian pursuits.

Which brings us to this morning, when at 87 years old, he spent an hour standing at the side of the road in his old riding of Scarborough West. Standing up as a Jew against genocide. Standing up for justice for Palestine. Standing up on the right side of history, where the vast majority of humanity currently stands.

I’ve never been prouder, never more humble before the stubborn principle and insistent moral clarity of the guy I’m so lucky to call Dad.

People of Canada: don’t stop talking about Palestine.
Starvation as collective punishment can never be forgiven.
Burning and burying children alive can never be defended.
Stand up against genocide until we make it stop!

Thanks Dad.

And special thanks to @CharlieAngusNDP for shining his spotlight on Ted Schmidt and the other excellent folks who gather every Thursday at 8 am at the corner of Victoria Park and Kingston Road in Scarborough.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Still think "Never Been to Spain" is not only their best song, but one of the best rock songs ever written and performed. Such great high harmonies. Love it!

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Haven't heard a single, stupid 3-word slogan yet, either. The voting public deserves to hear the policies espoused by candidates, not slogans and veiled hate speech directed at opponents. So yes, this discussion / debate is refreshing.

[Jen (ESC) 🇨🇦❤️🦋 @Smil3yAngel]

This #LeadershipDebate has 4 educated, well spoken people. They aren't calling each other names. They are arguing with valid points.

It's almost kind of boring.

Boring is good. I miss boring.
❤️🇨🇦

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Isn't it nice to hear leadership candidates, and I really don't care which party they represent, actually respect each other as they put their ideas and platforms forward. I hope we can move away from the ugliness that has invaded public discourse over the past decade.

[Jen (ESC) 🇨🇦❤️🦋 @Smil3yAngel]

This #LeadershipDebate has 4 educated, well spoken people. They aren't calling each other names. They are arguing with valid points.

It's almost kind of boring.

Boring is good. I miss boring.
❤️🇨🇦

[Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx @CraigBaird]

On this day in 1986, Tommy Douglas died.
Considered one of the most important Canadians of the 20th century, he served as premier of Saskatchewan, led the federal NDP, and was instrumental in the creation of Medicare in Canada.
Let's explore his life :)

🧵1/16

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Absolutely. I'm a Leafs fan, so of course love the guy. He had some big points for us down the stretch. But, it's still Binnington for me. When Canada bent, he didn't break. Lots of great efforts from the entire team. USA didn't disappoint their fans, except for one tiny detail.

[Tom Kennedy @LeafsBills99]

@GabeRyan Don't forget Marner.....2 huge assists including the game winner.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

McDavid is deserving of the game MVP award by virtue of the OT winner, but Binnington was Team Canada's best player. Without his heroics in OT, the rest didn't happen. Solid all night long. O CANADA!!!

[Devin Heroux @Devin_Heroux]

Binnington made three or four remarkable saves in overtime. Kept the Canadians alive.

And allowed Connor McDavid to deliver.

A great win for Canada.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

True North, Strong and Free!!! And shall remain so.

Great game!

[Dwan @dwancherry]

And to all a good night

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

@MadelnCanada Crosby XL.

[Made In Canada @MadelnCanada]

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To enter:

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[House of Commons @OurCommons]

Happy 60th anniversary to the National Flag of Canada! 🇨🇦 It is an unmistakeably Canadian symbol and easily recognizable throughout the world. It showcases our unique and beloved national identity.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Beauty!

[🎸 Rock History 🎸 @historyrock_]

John Fogerty performs his biggest hit "Have You Ever Seen The Rain"

At almost 80, Fogerty is singing this song in the same key he sang it in 55 years ago! Incredible.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

My favourite song. Sad to see them all gone, but they're amazing music lives on.

[Bob Dylan @bobdylan]

Sorry to hear the news about Garth Hudson. He was a beautiful guy and the real driving force behind The Band. Just listen to the original recording of The Weight and you’ll see.

[Bob Dylan @bobdylan]

Sorry to hear the news about Garth Hudson. He was a beautiful guy and the real driving force behind The Band. Just listen to the original recording of The Weight and you’ll see.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Well then!

[Seamus O'Regan Jr @SeamusORegan]

His grandparents are from Old Perlican, Newfoundland, his parents born and raised in St John’s.

His Uncle served in the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, injured in Gallipoli.

Look carefully: the former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff included the Caribou in his portrait.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Amen!

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

A minority Conservative government under Harper, in which you played an important role, did the exact same thing. Was it ok then? I don't really like it at all, no matter who does it, but let's not ignore the past when the present situation, in reverse, suits your narrative.

[Pierre Poilievre @PierrePoilievre]

Trudeau quits as Liberal leader & prorogues Parliament.

He was too cowardly to call an election & face voters.

Instead, he wants Canadians to wait while his incompetent Liberal Party selects the next UNELECTED Prime Minister.

Enough. Stop this clown show and call an axe the tax election now: https://t.co/GHnhi3SRBM

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Poilievre is vilifying Trudeau for proroguing parliament, but he was a key figure in Harper's minority gov't when he did the same thing. Not judging one way or the other, but facts are facts. Here are some more facts about the 3-word slogan king.

https://t.co/1JjyjcWue1.

[Gabe Ryan @GabeRyan]

Talented player on a talented and gold medal deserving team, but so obviously grabbing a defender's stick and whining for a penalty is not a good look. Loved the replay from the referee's helmet cam. Not as egregious as Czechia's Sikora's faking, though. Just play, gents.

[TSN @TSN_Sports]

Ryan Leonard showing his frustration after the non-call 😳

#WorldJuniors