When @pluralistic first proposed this kind of idea, I honestly didn't think it could work. We (Canadians) would have to make an unfathomably big change to how we treat our US relationship.

We can't just make a short term change to oppose new (dumb) economic policy—we have to commit to being on the right side of this, no matter what policy shenanigans happen next. It's long-term thought.

But the policy is no longer rational, and I think it's time to take this seriously.

https://doctorow.medium.com/https-pluralistic-net-2026-01-13-not-sorry-mere-billions-40dd2b261390

Looks like some people at HEC #Montreal have put together a dashboard with data (primarily demand/production) from our electricity utility, Hydro #Quebec.

Pretty interesting; especially given the excess demand this past week.

https://electricite-quebec.info

Today, my wife and I started SHIFT, a FREE bike share program in #Yellowknife . Participants borrow either a city bike, city e-bike, cargo bike, or e-trike for 2 weeks to test out living a more car free lifestyle. Hopefully, by the end of the 2 weeks, folks have realized it's not only easy to travel by bike, but you feel better, lose weight, save money, help the environment, and have fun!

This is made possible by the GNWT Healthy Choices Fund, & in partnership with #NWT Recreation & Parks Association, Overlander Sports, Signed, & many others. Check out our website, & if you know a Yellowknifer, encourage them to make the SHIFT! #BikeTooter #bike #BikeCommuting

https://shiftnwt.org/