Laurie 🧶🧵

millenial feminist mama | queer crafty activist | some say my cynicism is charming |

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

@mantonaaron Their hugs were so spontaneous and genuine!! 🥹

[Rob Yager @RCYager]

If you or loved ones are looking for Jasper wildfire evacuee supports, or need mental health resources, call 2-1-1. Highly trained @211Alberta navigators from @CMHAEdmonton and @distress_centre are here to help.

[Rob Yager @RCYager]

As we see the news about the Jasper wildfire, I know people are looking for ways to help. Our United Way is working w/@UnitedWay_BC, United Way Alberta Northwest & @211Alberta to support evacuees.
Help by donating to our Wildfire Response & Recovery Fund: https://t.co/KeXqGI3V3I

[ab.211.ca @211Alberta]

The Municipality of Jasper has issued an evacuation order due to wildfires in Jasper National Park. For the latest information on available resources, visit:
https://t.co/KnYaJOzHAO
We're always available by dialing 211, Texting INFO to 211 or chat online, https://t.co/BzUY2TpnEE

[Anna Landre ♿️ @annalandre]

Yesterday I received one of the highest and most ancient honors in London, the Freedom of the City. But the celebration soured into an experience of indignity when upon arriving, I found that there was no ramp for me to access the stage.

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[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

@ChristinaNDP Congrats Christina!

[Ash Dylan @AshDylanLit]

library card

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

@SuzetteChan Thank you so much! 🥰

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

Have you ever wondered “what would Princess Leia wear if #StarWars was set during WWII?”

This Leia-inspired 1940s
gown is the least practical and most expensive thing I’ve ever made… which is probably why it’s my favourite.

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

@Feisty_Waters You can borrow my dress! ☺️

[AESO @theAESO]

The AESO has declared a Grid Alert due to unexpected generation loss. Find information on Grid Alerts and energy conservation tips in the link below:

https://t.co/LfEEnjPDuD

[Alan! @o2bnobx.bsky.social on Bluesky @o2bnobx]

Hey @Safeway I’m giving you a last chance to respond before we dig in: Your entire system of “discounts” and “specials” requires apps, taking photos, scanning and so many other things that people like my blind mother can’t possibly participate in. By your own advertisements, 1/

[AESO @theAESO]

The AESO has declared a Grid Alert due to extreme cold, and several power facility outages. Find information on Grid Alerts and energy conservation tips here. https://t.co/eQAHOzfzgI

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

I’m honestly pleasantly surprised by this?!
Guess I can go turn on my kiddo’s air purifier so he doesn’t have an ice fog induced asthma attack in the night.

[AESO @theAESO]

Thank you, Alberta! Your conservation efforts quickly reduced electricity demand and the risk of rotating outages. A special shout out to our System Controllers, industry partners and the Government of Alberta for keeping the power flowing and all Albertans safe and warm tonight.

[AESO @theAESO]

Thank you, Alberta! Your conservation efforts quickly reduced electricity demand and the risk of rotating outages. A special shout out to our System Controllers, industry partners and the Government of Alberta for keeping the power flowing and all Albertans safe and warm tonight.

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

We turned off/unplugged everything except a few nightlights and dug out some candles.
Enjoying all the cozy vibes of a power outage with the benefit of furnace & internet by watching TV on a tablet in bed.

[Carrie Tait @CarrieTait]

Serious questions: Anyone unplug their block heater after the emergency alert? Their EV?

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

@AngeeGabs I highly recommend KC Davis, host of Struggle Care Podcast & author of "How to Clean House While Drowning". Her perspective of care tasks being morally neutral (including but not limited to housework) was life changing for me. https://t.co/zykN1sqer4

[United Way of the Alberta Capital Region @myunitedway]

United Way’s community of changemakers have come together to get inspired AND to inspire each other as we work toward creating a more equitable future where no one in our community is left behind. Time for Kickoff 2023 to begin!

[Laurie 🧶🧵 @MakingLaurie]

Come join our United Way comms team in this role dedicated to supporting the integral work of 211 Alberta.
211 Alberta does incredible work in our community, but it's a bit of a secret — let's work together to change that!

[ab.211.ca @211Alberta]

Interested in using your marketing and communications expertise to help connect Albertans to resources, services and supports province-wide via 211 Alberta?

Apply for the Brand and Communications 211 AB Portfolio Lead: https://t.co/P4dWtq3TVh

#job #yegjobs #Edmonton #yeg

[Ahmar Khan @AhmarSKhan]

Here’s Mayor-Elect Olivia Chow answering a question in Cantonese — that she had also answered in English. A first for a Toronto Mayor. #TOpoli