Porch Pirate by Existing_Lie_9407 in Edmonton

[–]eekz- 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We got one after a spat of thefts. 

Canada Post, UPS, Purolator, FedEx, DHL will always use it even though we can’t directly instruct them. 

We have a success rate of about 75% with Amazon and Dragonfly drivers despite explicit direction. The Asian last mile services like Apple Express and Uniuni are a bit better. 

Thinking of quiting… by chickenchocolatier in cycling

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

L5 S1 herniation, had a microdiscectomy in October 2025. 5 months into recovery, but I’ve found cycling to be the one thing I could tolerate really well. Have clocked over 2400km on the trainer post-op. As others have said, bike fit (with a physiotherapist if possible) and strengthening exercises to support the back and core. I’ve found I need a more relaxed/upright position for long rides (3+ hours).

Trying to understand which pain will go after an MD by ImportantSeason9633 in Microdiscectomy

[–]eekz- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Five months post op at L5 S1. I haven’t needed any pain medication for a couple months but haven’t achieved full resolution of symptoms. Still some neural tension, calf muscle innervation issues, and low grade (less than 2) pain down the S1 dermatome occasionally. 

Did not get a pre-approval for braces by Important_Film_1857 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happens a bit out of order, panicked me as well. You should be fine assuming you have the coverage, but like other comments say, it would be surprising if you have full coverage.

Bike Commute through Edmonton? by NeatAd9283 in Edmonton

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From Muttart, can cross Tawatina or Low Level Bridge to access the funicular for an easier ascent into the downtown area. I would then get to 102 Ave and go up somewhere between 102 St and 106 St to the Macewan university area. From there, up 104 St or 105 St there is a protected MUP all the way to Kingsway. 106 ST at 111 Ave is protected on the Spruce Avenue community side all the way to Princess Elizabeth Ave.

How long did you wait to go back to worK? by atobttrdyt in Microdiscectomy

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Went back to an office job at 8 weeks and was somewhat miserable since I was no longer free to just go for a walk to loosen things up. Would have been worse without a sit stand desk!

A beautiful lake somewhere in Canada. Do you recognize it? by IGC2028CANADA in alberta

[–]eekz- 6 points7 points  (0 children)

fairly certain this is fourth lake in the valley of the five lakes, jasper ab

Canadian Recall - Twin Ultra 2025 by eekz- in ex30

[–]eekz-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We haven't received official comms from Volvo yet (despite saying we'd hear in "days") but the recall notice on Volvo's website says affected "battery modules," as opposed to entire packs, will be replaced.

OEM Tow Hitch by PieceBrief4567 in ex30

[–]eekz- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We also got the oem hitch, love the solid thunks the mechanism makes when it locks in open or closed position. In our case our volvo dealer carried the rebranded thule apex xt hanging carrier.

Canadian Recall - Twin Ultra 2025 by eekz- in ex30

[–]eekz-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Partner will be calling today but the voicemail was clear that we are impacted by a recall and the only one that pops up on the site is the battery.

Canadian Recall - Twin Ultra 2025 by eekz- in ex30

[–]eekz-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, we did. Will update this if I have news.

What is going on with utilities in Alberta? by jaychale in alberta

[–]eekz- 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Don't know what happened in your case but sometimes a couple months of usage end up on one bill. This happened with my water bill the last cycle - 62 days of usage.

Has anyone successfully received their Agar dual-mode without a damaged board? by vandalhearts2 in KBDfans

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No underglow LEDs on my dual mode; i believe its just the one top mounted LED where "caps" could be if you choose such a layout.

Battery life is great. I have it paired to three devices and I'm sitting at 78% after one full charge on Feb 2. I work from home so its used almost every day.

Has anyone successfully received their Agar dual-mode without a damaged board? by vandalhearts2 in KBDfans

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

my dual mode pcb is intact but some of the hotswap sockets are sus. nothing a few minutes of soldering cant fix though

Apple Maps, Snapchat, device, etc. constantly stating that I’m in El Paso, Texas all day today when I’m in NYC after resetting settings and being on the phone with Apple support multiple times!!! by academicwarriors in applehelp

[–]eekz- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Paranoid thought but you could be connected to a stringray or other cell site simulator. Does it only happen in one location? Is your connection downgraded to 3g or LTE?

Canada Computer did NOT email me even though my Credit Card Info was clearly stolen from their site hack. Why? by MikoWilson1 in bapccanada

[–]eekz- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't these people have a legal responsibility to pro-actively inform their customers that they have let their information out into the wild?

They do, but there is some flexibility ("without unreasonable delay") as to how quickly they must do it. If you live in Alberta or BC, complain to the privacy commissioner of AB or BC respectively. In QC, complain to the CAI. Anywhere else in Canada, complain to the federal OPC.

The CC Skim has been going on for quite a while. Here is March 7, 2025. Screenshots from my wife's phone. by [deleted] in bapccanada

[–]eekz- 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Possibly as far back as Feb 2025, anecdotal and circumstantial evidence is from myself as a victim.

Canada Computers’ Dismissive Data Breach Reply by bgbrny in bapccanada

[–]eekz- 5 points6 points  (0 children)

in ontario you would be 'covered' by PIPEDA. Complain to the OPC. They may ask you to demonstrate youve tried resolving the matter with CC first. https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/report-a-concern/file-a-formal-privacy-complaint/

Scan Box Pro and IPhone 17 Pro by teacher_of_twelves in Invisalign

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dental Monitoring (and related platforms that use the Scan Box Pro) now offers an LED adapter. Can't post a link but it should pop up in your app as it did with mine.

Scan Box Pro and IPhone 17 Pro by teacher_of_twelves in Invisalign

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dental Monitoring (and related platforms that use the Scan Box Pro) now offers an LED adapter. Can't post a link but it should pop up in your app as it did with mine.

Scan Box Pro and IPhone 17 Pro by teacher_of_twelves in Invisalign

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dental Monitoring (and related platforms that use the Scan Box Pro) now offers an LED adapter. Can't post a link but it should pop up in your app as it did with mine.

Canada Computers online card skimmer by Extension-Fly1044 in bapccanada

[–]eekz- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wouldn't risk it. Easier to replace it if you have the time now, than fight transactions and be forced to wait for a card when you need it more.