Ross of Ottawa4d ago

Thinking about the "sister city" thing following a radio piece, and about how it seems pretty meaningless in many cases.

I had no idea where Ottawa's sister city is. It never seems to be mentioned nor celebrated here. Turns out we have two – Beijing and Catania.

Presumably it's supposed to foster trade and tourism relationships, but I suspect beyond an initial announcement, it usually fades into obscurity.

Does your city celebrate and build on a sister city relationship?

#SisterCity

Show threadRoss of Ottawa4d ago

Afraid to say I didn't know of the city of Catania at all - apparently it's the second largest city in Sicily, at the foot of Mt Etna.

I can see why we were paired, probably our mutual volcano threat experiences. 😂

I imagine it's rather warm there today!

Show threadRoss of Ottawa4d ago
Going to see if I can find a couple of Catania residents to follow! Good opportunity to learn more about our sister city through the Fedi!
Show threadrag. Gustavino Bevilacqua

@ottaross

I think I have some followers from #Catania or surrounds: I'm asking them to materialize!

Jun 24 at 1:48pmWeb
Show threadRoss of Ottawa4d ago
@GustavinoBevilacqua I checked a profile search and found several, but none are tooting in recent years. The professor of Geometry and Maths and Computer Science sounded interesting, but sadly she's not tooting anymore either. Edit CORRECTION - she seems to be boosting, so must still be here. Ciao Paola.