​Finally. 🇨🇦 5,000 spots for foreign doctors already working here to get fast-tracked PR. ​This is about workforce efficiency in healthcare. We have thousands of trained professionals while ERs close. ​Next step: Let’s fix the licensure bottleneck so the next 5,000 don't get stuck in limbo.

What I always hear: “We can’t afford to pay our workers more than $15 an hour.” What I never hear: “We can’t afford to pay our CEO millions of dollars a year.” Funny how that works.

Equity isn't a department; it's an operating system. Whether it's a coworking space (my old life) or a government ministry, if the 'user experience' is designed only for the neurotypical and able-bodied, you are failing 20% of your audience by default.

My feed has been 80% Higher Ed for a long time. I’m trying to follow more folks in Government Innovation and Green Tech. If that’s you (or someone you admire), say hi. 👋

Hypothetical: You are given $5M in government funding to fix one thing in your community. You cannot spend it on 'consultants.' Where does the money go? I’m putting mine into accessible childcare spaces

I’m currently navigating a career pivot, and it’s clarifying what matters: Purpose + Pension + People. The 'hustle culture' of the 2010s is dead. The 2026 vibe is 'Sustainable Impact.' Anyone else feeling a shift in what they want from their 9-to-5?

The bottom 90% lost a collective $79 trillion in wages over the past 50 years. Why? Because the top 1% ate up an increasingly larger share of the national income — so that $79 trillion flowed to them instead of the working class. The greatest trick of all is trickle-down economics.

The best partnerships aren't about 'synergy' (ban that word). They are about solving a specific headache for your partner. Whether you are a government agency or a tech startup, if you can't name your partner's biggest headache in 30 seconds, you don't have a deal.

Drafting ideas for a new project: Growthway Mentorship Network. The goal isn't just 'networking', it’s about accelerating social equity through access. If you’ve ever had a mentor change your trajectory, what was the one thing they did that mattered?

Having worked in both hotel sales with Fairmont and EdTech partnerships at Riipen, I can tell you: The 'pitch' is different, but the need is the same. Everyone is terrified of risk. Innovation only happens when you create a container safe enough for a 'No.' 🧵 on building low-risk pilots

One benefit of living in Barrie/Simcoe is seeing how policy actually hits the ground outside the Toronto bubble. The commute, the housing, the local support services, it’s all connected. We need more policy designed for this reality, not just downtown cores.

I’m obsessing over 'Social Enterprise' models lately. The binary between 'for-profit' and 'non-profit' feels outdated for the problems we face in 2026. Who in Canada is blurring that line effectively right now?

Watching the Ontario provincial guidelines. It’s fascinating how 'fiscal responsibility' often looks like 'deferred maintenance' on our social safety net. If we don't invest in people (healthcare, transit, OR education) now, the bill in 2030 will be astronomical.

Made my own hot sauce recently. There is a precise moment between 'perfectly spicy' and 'inedible', a lesson that applies to almost every negotiation I’ve ever been in. 🌶️

We talk a lot about 'skills gaps' in Higher Ed, but I’m seeing the exact same disconnect in the non-profit and private sectors. The issue isn’t a lack of talent; it’s a lack of translation between sectors. We need fewer 'summits' and more actual cross-sector mentorship. #FutureOfWork

Jennifer Welch nails it: "Unrestrained, unregulated capitalism" is the disease, you are mad at the wrong people. ​Taxing billionaires and allocating properly wouldn't change their lives one bit, but it would fundamentally save ours. A living wage is possible. A fair society is possible.

​This CBC report is a wake-up call. Fascist 'fight clubs' are here, in Ontario, organizing. ​When a group is giving Nazi salutes and on tape threatening to 'f--k these people to death,' we have to believe them. This trend is a clear and present danger to our democracy and our families.

Driving up the cost of the average Canadian house to something like $800,000 at peak, the average one bedroom apartment in a city like Halifax to $2000/month, doesn't make people want to have kids. Kids cost a lot of money. Thanks CTV for trying to socialize 3% YoY population growth.

Final thought for this calendar: progress doesn't always roar. Sometimes it's the quiet, persistent effort of many people working together that slowly and fundamentally changes everything for the better.

So much of my work in different sectors comes back to one simple principle: listen to the people closest to the problem. They almost always have the clearest insight into the solution. The challenge is creating systems that actually value and act on that expertise.

Investing in high-quality public transit is one of the smartest things a city or province can do. It reduces congestion, lowers emissions, and makes our communities more accessible and livable for everyone.

A thought on public transit: it's not just about moving people from A to B. It's a powerful tool for social equity, climate action, and economic opportunity. Reliable, affordable transit connects people to jobs, education, and healthcare.

For non-Indigenous Canadians, this means educating ourselves on the history of residential schools, amplifying Indigenous voices, and supporting Indigenous-led initiatives. It's about moving from passive acknowledgment to active allyship.

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at the end of the month, it's a time for reflection. Reconciliation is not a single event; it's an ongoing process of learning, listening, and taking meaningful action.

Heading into the weekend thinking about the importance of kindness without boundaries. It's not true kindness; it's often self-abandonment. Protecting your own energy and well-being is not selfish; it's necessary.

The use of the notwithstanding clause in Alberta should be a line in the sand for everyone. Wielding such immense constitutional power to preemptively strip Charter rights from one of our most vulnerable minorities is a dangerous and cynical act. Rights aren't a buffet you can pick from.

That quiet satisfaction of cancelling a subscription you forgot you even had. It feels like finding free money and decluttering your life all at once.

I have reached the age where a "wild Friday night" means finding a new and exciting documentary to watch. No complaints here.

As we become more digitally connected, we must be intentional about investing in and protecting these physical hubs of social infrastructure. They are where the informal bonds of community are built.

One of the most vital, yet often overlooked, elements of a thriving community is the presence of "third places"—the parks, libraries, community centres, and cafes where people can connect. These spaces are essential for combating social isolation.

Looking at the data, the long-term economic case for a universal pharmacare program is strong. It would lead to better health outcomes, a more productive workforce, and would actually be more efficient than our current patchwork system.

The debate around a national pharmacare program has been going on for decades. Access to necessary medicine shouldn't depend on your job or income. It's a fundamental part of a humane and effective healthcare system.

A progressive government should see scaling up Work-Integrated Learning not just as an education policy, but as a core part of its economic and workforce development strategy. It's a direct investment in our future talent pool.

Let's talk about the "experience paradox" facing new graduates: you can't get a job without experience, and you can't get experience without a job. This is a systemic failure, not an individual one. Paid, meaningful WIL is the most direct solution.

Universal Basic Income continues to be a compelling idea. It's not about "free money"; it's about providing a floor of economic stability so people have the security to take risks, start a small business, retrain for a new career, or care for a loved one

A core challenge for all large institutions—from universities to government ministries—is breaking down the internal silos that stifle collaboration. Real-world problems don't respect our org charts, so our approach to solving them shouldn't either.

The challenge isn't with the degrees; it's with our failure to build effective bridges—like mandatory WIL placements—that help students translate these essential skills into the language of the modern workforce.

There’s a persistent myth that the arts and humanities are "impractical" degrees. This is profoundly wrong. The ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and understand complex human systems is more valuable than ever in a world being reshaped by AI.

Observing the rise of AI tools in education. The potential for personalized learning is exciting, but we need a serious ethical conversation about data privacy and the risk of automating bias in assessment. We can't let the tech outpace our values.

A thought on leadership: true confidence isn't the absence of doubt; it's the willingness to act thoughtfully in spite of it. It’s about valuing progress over perfection and being willing to learn and adapt along the way.

This means the most effective public safety investments are often in things like affordable housing, accessible mental healthcare, high-quality public education, and youth programs. That's how you build safety from the ground up.

We often focus on the symptoms of unsafe communities instead of the root causes. A truly safe community isn't defined by the level of enforcement, but by the level of equity, opportunity, and social cohesion.

My work with WIL constantly shows that students are hungry for purpose. Connecting them with social enterprises for their projects is a powerful way to show them that a successful career and a meaningful impact can go hand-in-hand.

Thinking about the immense potential of social enterprises—businesses with a core social or environmental mission. This model challenges the false choice that an organization must be either for-profit or for-good. It proves you can build a viable business that also heals communities.

A truly progressive government initiative would be to fund and support lifelong learning hubs in every community, offering accessible training in everything from financial literacy to digital skills for all ages.

On International Literacy Day, let's expand our definition. In 2025, literacy must include digital and media literacy: the ability to critically evaluate sources, identify disinformation, and navigate the online world safely. It's a cornerstone of modern citizenship.

My "doom pile" of assorted mail and papers has officially become a structural element of the room. I am now afraid to move it, lest the whole house collapse.

The sheer confidence of a squirrel carrying a whole bagel across a wire is the energy I'm trying to bring to the rest of the year.

Today is the International Day of Charity. A good moment to recognize that non-profits are not just "doing good"; they are a fundamental part of our national economy and social infrastructure, employing millions of Canadians.

The most meaningful way to support this sector isn't just through one-time donations, but by advocating for better funding models, reducing administrative burdens, and valuing the professional expertise of the people doing this vital work.