Marian Doucette

Web architect, public health communicator, editor, puppeteer, arts educator, theatre & gallery attendee

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Heads up, West Region: #OPP advising that thundershowers are possible this weekend. Wet roads and reduced visibility can increase risk—plan ahead, slow down, and make safe driving your priority. Have a great weekend everyone. #WROPP ^es

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Heavy rain expected in West Region. #OPP urging all motorists to slow down, watch for pooling water on roadways/highways and to turn ON your vehicles entire lighting system. Please drive safely! #WROPP ^es

[Government Social Media® @GovernmentSM]

Join us for a special edition of GSMChat this Thursday, May 14, as we break down the hot topics from the Government Social Media Conference!

[Government Social Media® @GovernmentSM]

Heads up! Registration closes in 2 weeks for the hybrid Government Social Media Conference.

[Marian Doucette @iNeedArts]

@PierrePoilievre Is this different from you not winning your seat through a general election? You have your seat due to a back-room deal that was turned into a costly by-election with a politician who betrayed the people who voted for him by replacing him with politician not from the community.

[Barenaked Ladies @barenakedladies]

In honour of Artemis II returning today, we are taking it back to 2013 when I.S.S. Commander @Cmdr_Hadfield joined Barenaked Ladies and the Wexford Gleeks in the first space-to-earth musical collaboration for "I.S.S. (Is Somebody Singing)" 🚀

🎥: @CBCMusic

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

More than a century ago, Canadian soldiers from across the country stood shoulder to shoulder to achieve a decisive victory at Vimy Ridge – one that came at a profound cost.

Today, their legacy endures. It reminds us that unity must be built and that freedom must be defended.

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Where there's thunder, there's lightning! #OPP reminding all drivers that they may encounter heavy rain, hail and visibility issues. Please turn ON your vehicles entire headlighting system, drive safe and watch for pooling water. #WROPP ^es

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

It doesn't matter which country YOU live in! Traffic Safety is Everyone's Responsibilty. #OPP conducting a Stay Focused campaign which focuses attention on those who drive distracted on inattentive and put others and themselves at risk. Drive safely. #WROPP ^es

[Marian Doucette @iNeedArts]

A limited number of tickets are still available for the largest dedicated conference for government social media managers. Join us in New Orleans in May. Details: https://t.co/HqAOE6HpXB

[Government Social Media® @GovernmentSM]

This is how we do it 🎶

Charles Newman will bring the vibes and the tips to turn your employees into the stars of your social story in his GSMCON keynote.

[Ontario Provincial Police @OPP_News]

Every decision behind the wheel matters.

Last year, 34 people lost their lives in alcohol or drug related collisions on #OPP patrolled roads. These aren’t numbers, they are families forever changed. Choosing to drive sober protects everyone on our roads, including you and your loved ones.

During #NationalImpairedDrivingPreventionWeek, learn how you can help keep Ontario’s roads safe at https://t.co/iyztXzls5j.

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Rain, Ice, and Snow on the Way — Slow Down, Southwestern Ontario! #OPP urging all drivers to SLOW DOWN and to drive according to the road and weather conditions. Please drive safely everyone. #WROPP ^es

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

What a debut. 🥈

Kalle Eriksson and his guide Sierra Smith race to silver in the men’s visually impaired downhill to secure Canada’s first medal of the #MilanoCortina2026 Paralympic Games.

Photo: Angela Burger/CPC

[Instant Weather Ontario ⚡️ @IWeatherON]

#ONStorm #ONwx 🚌 PSA: Importance of Bus Cancellations ‼️

During the winter we often see comments like, “Why did they cancel buses? It’s not bad out there. Society is so weak these days.”

Today is a reminder of why those decisions are made.

Huron OPP responded to a crash this morning in Huron County near Seaforth involving a school bus and a transport truck. The drivers of both vehicles and two students on board were injured, but thankfully they are expected to make a full recovery. Our thoughts go out to those injured and hope for a speedy recovery.

This crash could have been far worse if the bus had been full of students.

According to the OPP, heavy fog was a factor in the collision.

Fog is one of the most difficult weather hazards to predict because it can vary dramatically over very short distances. One area might have decent visibility while just a few kilometres away conditions can drop to near zero visibility.

That appears to have been the case this morning. While many buses were cancelled across the region due to the risk of dense fog, some buses that were still running encountered these localized patches which created dangerous driving conditions.

This post is not about blaming bus companies or school boards. These organizations have the extremely difficult task of making safety decisions hours in advance, often with incomplete information and constantly changing conditions. Their goal is simple, keep students safe.

So the next time you see buses cancelled when conditions appear fine in your area, remember that the decision is based on the entire region, not just one neighbourhood. It might be clear and sunny in your backyard, but just down the road conditions could be drastically different.

- Brennen

Source: OPP

[Government Social Media® @GovernmentSM]

Only 70 days until GSMCON 🎉 Last call for Regular Registration is March 13.

Grab your virtual or in-person ticket to the hybrid Government Social Media Conference before prices go up: https://t.co/tvGTZ99W4D

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

Could not be more proud of you, @TeamCanada.

You’re coming home with 21 hard-fought Olympic medals. Though what Canadians will remember most is how you wore the Maple Leaf: with pride, with grit, and with determination.

[Get Prepared @Get_Prepared]

Putting together an emergency kit can seem like a lot of work at first, but don’t stress—our checklist will help you get started: Emergency kits: https://t.co/46lcUnKQuQ
#GetPrepared

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Visibility isn't a luxury! It's your lifeline! #OPP reminding all drivers to turn ON their entire headlighting system. When the fog swallows the road, dont dissappear with it. Be bright, be visible and be safe. Drive safely everyone. #WROPP ^es

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

LOOK at this jaw dropping footage! This wasn't bad weather; this was zero visibility. This was a split second where everything went wrong! If YOU drive in whiteout conditions, you're gambling with lives- yours and everyone else's. #OPP urge drivers to stay off the roads during winter storms, and if you must drive - SLOW DOWN! #WROPP ^dr

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

This is your moment, Team Canada. 

Get out there and seize it.