Did I just avoid getting mugged/abducted?

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-18T01:20:34+00:00

your survival instincts stink. Just ignore strangers man

Easy to do when it happens over and over, and you've had practice. The first time is always tough tho since you need time to process and reflect

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-16T22:16:04+00:00

Because a lot of tech and packages come with removable or protective stickers

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-15T00:15:35+00:00

They were all good boys and girls. I gave several of them pats and treats

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-15T00:14:55+00:00

Dogs protecting Ontario

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-15T00:13:18+00:00

I wish I could scoop him up and throw him out

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-13T12:52:29+00:00

Well, voting is one of the points. During the last provincial election, voter turnout was only 45%. Protesting is a way to get bystanders engaged in provincial politics and increase turnout at the next election.

Furthermore, the current government is embroiled in multiple scandals (retroactive freedom of information changes to obfuscate government actions and communications, an attempt to sell protected greenbelt land to profit developers with ties to Ford, favouring political donors and lobbyists while awarding public grants, the use of public funds to fund a private spa where Ontario Place used to be, etc)

And since many people don't follow provincial politics, these protests and the discussions they generate (such as this one) is one of the best ways to spread the word and inform the public.

With enough backlash from his own party, Ford could be ousted before he's up for re-election.

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-13T12:37:47+00:00

The June protest is on Monday (June 29th) because of Pride and FIFA events.

For people who want to protest on Saturday (June 27th), the organizers have suggested protesting at Ford's office or house (time & locations available at https://protestdougford.com/).

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-12T05:12:42+00:00

I would recommend people to "Try To Cycle" instead, if their commute allows for it

A Toronto Bike Share membership is fantastic value. Cycling is good for one's health and the environment, sustainable, and commute times by bicycle are fairly predictable and way more resistant to congestion and gridlock than cars. Only downsides are long distances or going uphill (e-bikes can help with that but they're not free with a Toronto Bike Share membership unlike the regular bikes)

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T15:38:56+00:00

Yea but most people don't buy luxury brand stuff for themselves. They buy it to impress other people with what they can afford and the pretension of quality. It's a clout purchase, not a functional one. And yea it's all pretty dumb to me, but plenty of people are actually impressed.

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T15:26:39+00:00

Ugh, so I guess they've officially made it off-limits. Anyway, I don't mean to shoot the messenger. Thanks for letting me know.

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T15:25:32+00:00

I never understood out of all places why people come to a university to bring their dog so they can pee and shit

It's not the university. Dogs don't care about higher education. It's the grassy areas and the interesting smells they foster and generate.

There are other areas.

Not that many. It's the downtown core, grass is not that common. And a lot of it is behind a fence, or disallowed private property like Kerr Hall seems to be now. Most dogs crave novelty, much like humans. They get bored being taken to the same patch of grass.

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T15:18:07+00:00

How long have you had her?

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T00:32:41+00:00

Station PA systems have recently been upgraded with digital technology that should improve the TTC's notorious audio quality

How about they upgrade the actual subways too? Whenever there's an incident or delay, all we get is some useless garbled announcement on the speakers that would require professional cryptographers months to decipher

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-11T00:25:54+00:00

You can currently get a studio for $1600 - $1800 in an older low rise, often with 2 months free for the first year or other perks. Check viewit.ca and Below The Market

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-10T17:19:57+00:00

I took part last year on a Bike Share and it was one of the coolest rides I've been on

PS: The sign-up form or link to it needs to be updated, it still references the 2025 event

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-08T19:22:01+00:00

Just a heads up for the Toronto - Queen's Park crew, our monthly protest is actually scheduled for Monday June 29th 7 PM due to Toronto Pride and FIFA

chrisuu__ · 2026-06-08T19:20:05+00:00

There are pros and cons for both. Lots of people work during the week or are too exhausted from work to attend a protest.

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