We protest and reject the deeply misguided and wrongheaded approach to public consultation demonstrated by the government’s thirty-day “national sprint” on Canada’s artificial intelligence (“AI”) strategy. pencanada.ca/news/open-le...

"My Grandma would want me to fight them." I have loved Lynda Barry cartoons for 40 years. Gift link: www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/o...

Millions of pumpkins are tossed in the trash after Halloween, clogging up landfills and adding to food waste. https://ow.ly/LfLZ50XkUfr

It wouldn't be Halloween here if it wasn't snowing. As if on cue: #ontario #almaguinhighlands #muskoka #halloween

@owlkids.bsky.social Someone will be excited to get their very first mail delivery after school today! #chirpmagazine #kidsmagazine #kidlit

Funny I was just drawing Piping Plovers in a sketchbook the other day. I'll post some pictures when I find them. Wasaga is just south of me. I've never been, but I've heard many tales from friends of good times had there.

I need to remember this artist, Mabel Dwight. Beautiful work.

The Heart Is a Muscle: 19 Embodiments of Antifascist Grief

I've made an amateur gardening mistake. Also now understanding the drive-by bags of zucchini that would end up on my porch as a child. #garden #drawing

I remember reading Owl and/or Chickadee back in the 80's. I just bought a subscription for my granddaughter and I'm basking in the nostalgia.

I’d leave my husband for her if she’d have me. My absolute favourite in WWE rn

The line work in this illustration is fantastic.

I have no words. Why would we allow a fascist government access to our airspace?

This is kinda spooky tbh.

Green on green landscapes session on Emma Carlisle's Patreon. #mixedmedia #paynesgreyclub #childrensillustration

The news is so awful lately, it feels frivolous to post a drawing when there are much more important things. I encourage everyone to love the earth, and hug their families. #mixedmedia #traditionalart #watercolour #illustration

I just want to say that this is the most spectacular turn of events I have ever seen. The atrocious billboard will now be something I enjoy seeing.

My three year old granddaughter walking my 80lb Briard. #mixedmedia #ontario #traditionalart

Real talk, I noticed this pretty quickly after using this more regularly. It's sick. Stop reporting Palestinian accounts. Periodt.

most places burying the lead but BACK ON PBS running day and date!!!

My step-son always wants a stick to wave around (much to the chagrin of those in his proximity), probably for this reason.

Hells Librarians🔥 #LibrarySky #ReadToLive

another book I wish I could have...

Ontario Forest Fires is strongly encouraging residents and cottagers in parts of northwestern Ontario near the Manitoba border to evacuate due to a large forest fire. #ONFire #MBFire ow.ly/rOgs50VSvH7

It's finally spring here. I was inspired to draw some wild turkeys after I heard them behind the house. #ontario #mixedmedia #illustration

I'm feeling hopeful, for the first time in a very long time. While I'm a little further to the left, I do think @markcarneyforpm.bsky.social is the best person for the job right now #canada

it's snowing. again. #mixedmedia #northernontario #traditionalartist

Canadian Independent Bookstore Day is this weekend and we have lots happening in store! - Ottawa Indie Bookstore Crawl (win up to $200!) - Contest for Booklovers (win up to $1000!) - Find the @libro.fm Golden Ticket (win 12 free audiobooks!) - so much more! Visit thespanielstale.ca/cibd #CIBD2025

True story. #sketchbook #3yearsold #spring #northernontario #uplift

so happy for Mychal's well deserved success! It's been very inspiring to watch him navigate what has often been a difficult path with such grace and perseverance.

I want this book. I want it more than most of all the other books I want. I want too many books. sigh.

love this! #uplift

A hungry nursing mom on her lunch break. 🥰 #squirrel #animal #animals #wildlife #nature #sqrlpix #dailysquirrel #yourdailysquirrel #エゾリス #melanistic #blacksquirrel #newmom #nursingmom #lunch

Another quick one from the races last month #mixedmedia #uplift #dogsledding #ontario

The view of my neighbour's yard from my window. I love all winter things, but ohhhhh I am so jealous of the people who are already seeing new green growth. Spring, I am waiting.... #sketchbook #ontario #weatherwoes #mixedmedia #childrensillustration

We got a giant pile of snow last night. #ontario #sketchbook

This week, we joined PEN Québec and PEN America in a joint statement, amid the rising political tensions between the U.S. and Canada, and escalating threats of a broader trade war. We believe the downstream effects of tariffs on writers, readers, publishers, and booksellers will be profound.

I WOULD GIVE YOU MY TAIL from Tanya Tagaq and illus by Qavavau Manumie, both of Nunavut, (from Tundra Books) puts the emphasis of happiness coming from gratitude but never in a preachy way. It's quite lovely and serene. canlitforlittlecanadians.blogspot.com/2025/04/i-wo... 👍🇨🇦📚

This morning I mused that although it's definitely still winter here, I can see melting spots with the ground peeking through. Spring - on its way! But now it's snowing. Heavy, going to need to shovel tomorrow before work snowing. boo. #sketchbook #mixedmedia #ontario

Welcome to 2025! Are you setting a reading goal or making a book-themed resolution? Do a little good and have a little fun by participating in our 2025 "Do-Good" Book Bingo. Each square includes a challenge that supports Canadian book creators. Happy reading!

Local dog sledding race, children's 100m. #mixedmedia in a homemade #sketchbook #ontario #canada

Games night. #mixedmedia #sketchbook #illustration

Here's video of Steve Bannon doing a Sieg Heil today at CPAC. It is what it is and it's what Bannon intended. Don't let yourself be gaslit.

#watercolour #mixedmedia #sketchbook

#sketchbook #paynesgreyclub

I know I'm doing this thing wrong but I just can't do social media every day. #20books #20bookchallenge

This is a Canadian protest song, but I think many Americans will appreciate it. Speak in the only language these assholes know: $$$ Today I am deleting my Meta accounts, and I am switching my music streaming service to SoundCloud. What will you do? #democracy #health #choice #usa

#20books #20bookchallenge