Sharon D 🌻🇨🇦@SDesserud

Displaced Nova Scotian hanging out in London. Loving life (former physiotherapist-infant dev’t) with family, gardens, crafts, libraries, Leafs, Jays

 Ontario Canada
Joined August 2012
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Josiah
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I have no idea whether this is happening systematically across the country, but the Ministry of Education needs to take the admission and inclusion of children on the autism spectrum much more seriously. A recent study of more than 11k children shows that there is a significant number of children who will eventually need appropriate support within our education system. And I keep seeing parents say their children are being denied admission to public schools because the schools or teachers supposedly do not have the capacity to support them. If true, this is a serious problem. You cannot tell parents to take their children to school while the schools themselves are not equipped, trained or resourced to accommodate different learning and developmental needs. We cannot keep treating autism as a private family problem when it is also an education, healthcare and social-support issue.
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Holy fuck, you’re a bunch of weak masked cowardly fuckwits.
Second Sons Canada
@SecondSonsCA
Oct 1
Today, the CBC published what we would characterize as a defamatory, libelous work of fiction based upon the incredulous imagination of someone we suspect was sent to the organization for the purpose of information gathering. SSC contests these preposterous claims from their "anonymous source", who unfortunately for them, is not anonymous. CBC revealed the identity of this individual through correspondence and their own incompetent reporting. Libel and legal notices are being filed and we will be pursuing maximum execution of the non disclosure agreement terms that this person read, agreed to and signed. We employ proprietary methods of retaining critical information for exactly this scenario and it took all of 14 minutes before the offending party was identified and handed off to legal. This is not the first time CBC burned their own 'sources' through sloppy execution. The risk of legal damages is very real, so if you're considering 'bashing the fash' and getting into bed with CBC - we would suggest to at least choose a sturdier boat with a significantly less mentally deficient crew and captain. - SSC staff
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Iris Gorfinkel, M.D.@DrGorfinkel
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Shifting Ontario's funding to PRIVATE CLINICS is a PROVEN POLICY FAILURE. It costs more It poaches scarce healthcare workers It⬆️wait times ...& it threatens patient safety Q: Is this "leadership," @fordnation? @TorontoStar @alandrummond2 @CMA_Docs @CdnDrs4Medicare
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LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
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October is Newcomer Month! 📚✨ Explore our Newcomer Stories spotlight for adults, featuring books about identity, culture, belonging, family, and home. Browse the list: buff.ly/U0IzCzu
Three book covers side-by-side: A Different Hurricane — H. Nigel Thomas (bright orange with blue teardrop/palm motifs); A Palace Near the Wind — Ai Jiang (stylized woman’s profile among gold clouds); Starry Starry Night — Shani Mootoo (silhouetted reeds over water).

ALT Three book covers side-by-side: A Different Hurricane — H. Nigel Thomas (bright orange with blue teardrop/palm motifs); A Palace Near the Wind — Ai Jiang (stylized woman’s profile among gold clouds); Starry Starry Night — Shani Mootoo (silhouetted reeds over water).
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LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
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Curious about how memory can change as we age? 🧠 Understanding an Aging Brain explores memory changes, treatable causes of memory difficulties, and the basics of dementia. 📅 Oct. 13, 2–3:30pm 📍 East London Learn more: buff.ly/URfGypa
Poster promoting a talk titled Understanding an Aging Brain with a stylized brain graphic; scheduled Tuesday, October 13, 2–3:30pm at East London Branch Library.

ALT Poster promoting a talk titled Understanding an Aging Brain with a stylized brain graphic; scheduled Tuesday, October 13, 2–3:30pm at East London Branch Library.
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LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
Oct 1
We're happy to share that Sunday service is returning to London Public Library this fall! Bostwick, Sherwood and Stoney Creek Branch Libraries will be open Sundays, 1–5pm, from Oct. 18–Dec. 13 and Jan. 10–May 2. Learn more: buff.ly/J5PlhU4
London Public Library announces Sunday hours are back — Sundays 1–5pm starting October 18 at Bostwick, Sherwood and Stoney Creek branches — over a photo of children and an older adult smiling and playing in the library.

ALT London Public Library announces Sunday hours are back — Sundays 1–5pm starting October 18 at Bostwick, Sherwood and Stoney Creek branches — over a photo of children and an older adult smiling and playing in the library.
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LadyBluenoser(ESC)🇨🇦 #NAFO@blunzr1966
Sep 30
You know it M'Dear!!!
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Cheddar@FartyCheddarCat
Sep 30
I wears my orwinge shirt For all da liddle hoomins Dat gotted stoled Dat gotted lost Dat gotted hurt I wears my orwinge shirt To onner dem all Cuz liddle hoomins matter We can neber forget #EberyLiddleHoominMatters #NeberForget #OrwingeShirtDay #WezzydenshilSkools
Cheddar looks up at the camera with big eyes and a thoughtful expression on his face. He is wearing a bright orange shirt.

ALT Cheddar looks up at the camera with big eyes and a thoughtful expression on his face. He is wearing a bright orange shirt.

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LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
Sep 30
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. 🧡 Learn and explore Indigenous stories today and everyday: buff.ly/9cej10O
Four Indigenous-themed book covers on a navy background with an orange feather graphic: Carry Your Heart — Louis Busch; The Inbetween Leader — Jody Wilson‑Raybould & Roshan Danesh; The Savage Mind — David Treuer; We Are Still Here — Phyllis Webstad.

ALT Four Indigenous-themed book covers on a navy background with an orange feather graphic: Carry Your Heart — Louis Busch; The Inbetween Leader — Jody Wilson‑Raybould & Roshan Danesh; The Savage Mind — David Treuer; We Are Still Here — Phyllis Webstad.
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Maria B@SpringerHollow
Sep 29
EMERGENCY PRAYER REQUEST: Amish neighbor's daughter is 8 months pregnant and just contracted the measles. Convinced her brother to call 9-1-1 and have her taken to the hospital (she happened to be visiting). She only got married last year, so this would be their first child. 🙏
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Geoffrey P. Johnston😎😷🇺🇦🏳️‍🌈🇨🇦💉@GeoffyPJohnston
Sep 29
I can’t be bullied into silence by anti-Vaxxers or antisemites or anti-Indigenous bigots. As a journalist, I use my platform to advocate for public health & defend vulnerable communities from bigotry. When hate mongers lodge false complaints against me, they are dismissed.

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LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
Sep 29
Say hello to our 2026–2027 Writer-in-Residence, Lisa Ko! ✍️ The award-winning author of Memory Piece and The Leavers will meet with writers from Western University and the London community to discuss their creative projects. Learn more: buff.ly/XDPdRQG
Close-up portrait of a contemplative adult with short salt-and-pepper hair and clear round glasses, wearing a dark shirt and pendant, standing outdoors with soft-focus green foliage in the background.

ALT Close-up portrait of a contemplative adult with short salt-and-pepper hair and clear round glasses, wearing a dark shirt and pendant, standing outdoors with soft-focus green foliage in the background.
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By sharing this post, you can demonstrate your solidarity with Canadian journalists who face threats & attempts to end our careers. If extremists succeed in silencing journalists, your right to know the truth will be compromised. Please stand with journalists.
Geoffrey P. Johnston😎😷🇺🇦🏳️‍🌈🇨🇦💉@GeoffyPJohnston
Sep 29
I can’t be bullied into silence by anti-Vaxxers or antisemites or anti-Indigenous bigots. As a journalist, I use my platform to advocate for public health & defend vulnerable communities from bigotry. When hate mongers lodge false complaints against me, they are dismissed.

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Sharon D 🌻🇨🇦 retweeted
LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
Sep 29
All London Public Library locations will be closed tomorrow, September 30, for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Regular hours will resume on Thursday, October 1.
Library closure notice: London Public Library locations will be closed Wednesday, September 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

ALT Library closure notice: London Public Library locations will be closed Wednesday, September 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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Sharon D 🌻🇨🇦 retweeted
LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary
Sep 29
The Annual Fall Book Sale is almost here!🍂 Shop books, CDs, DVDs & more at Centennial Hall, Oct 16–18. Every purchase supports Library programs. Volunteers wanted—including high school students! Learn more: buff.ly/pj2zmEF
Two smiling women holding stacks of books stand at a busy table, browsing and chatting at the Friends of the London Public Library Giant Fall Book Sale.

ALT Two smiling women holding stacks of books stand at a busy table, browsing and chatting at the Friends of the London Public Library Giant Fall Book Sale.

Weekend book sale at Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington St., lower level — Friday Oct. 16 9am–9pm, Saturday Oct. 17 9am–5pm, Sunday Oct. 18 10am–4pm; Sunday special fill-a-bag for $5, more info friendslondonlibrary.ca

ALT Weekend book sale at Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington St., lower level — Friday Oct. 16 9am–9pm, Saturday Oct. 17 9am–5pm, Sunday Oct. 18 10am–4pm; Sunday special fill-a-bag for $5, more info friendslondonlibrary.ca
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This does make me suspicious about the motivation for the Knies trade!
Pearlo Wisdom
@pearlosnhlpow
Sep 28
Oh yeah. I forgot about that talk that Knies was not to happy with the Chayka hiring, Knies is close friends with Josh Doan and Josh's father walked as soon as Chayka was hired because some stuff went down when they were both in Arizona. #NHL #Leafs #CBJ
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Cowards!!
Sean Carleton@SeanCarleton
Sep 28
A far-right, white supremacist group, in masks, did a banner drop today in Kamloops, BC today asking “Got Bones?” ahead of Orange Shirt Day/National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Truly abhorrent, dangerous stuff.
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Dr. Hedy Fry@HedyFry
Sep 27
This is a disgusting threat against the indigenous ppl of Canada on the eve of National Truth and Reconciliation day. Day . It is designed to be provocative and send a threatening message. That these ‘ brave’ persons are too cowardly to show their faces, speaks volumes. We should all decry it.
Wilbur Turner 🇨🇦@queergranddad
Sep 27
Hate has no place here. Community members reported a group of masked men gathered on Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc land early this morning, Sunday, September 27.
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Kathy Rumleski@Kathy_Rumleski
Sep 27
Thanks @Max_Scherzer for one last terrific outing in TO this year and possibly for good. It was always a lot of fun to watch you. And now to decide who to cheer for in the postseason
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kkathypom54@kathypom54
Sep 27
Out of 162 games played this year this has been my favourite. Tears, laughs, scripted mound visits by John, Max being a fiend, standing 0's. Great way to say goodbye to a disappointing season. Onward and upward.
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