We miss you, Ros. Your teachings and leadership have inspired so many of us. Our public education system carries forth your legacy and inspiration. globalnews.ca/news/1167751...

Join us at the new Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation Pride Skate on Saturday, March 7. It’s free and fun! Don’t forget the Oilers Pride Game on March 19. It will be a Heated Rivalry against the Florida Panthers! 🏒🌈

We may not have won the hockey gold but we still are the biggest winners by being citizens of Canada. 🇨🇦❤️

Never in doubt. 🇨🇦💫🏒

“Smith’s address last night is worse than advocacy for separatism. It’s an agenda to destroy Canadian federalism from within. To rely on stoking fear and xenophobia, to attack society’s most vulnerable, to dismantle the grand bargains that make Canada the best country in the world.”

Chin up, Team Canada. The women did us proud. Heck of a game. 🏒🇨🇦 🥈

When you willfully propogate hate there will be accountability and a cost. abbynews.com/2026/02/19/f...

BREAKING: The Department of Education has ended its directive that attempted to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in schools nationwide. This is a victory for academic freedom and education equity.

“We are too close to be so far away.” - Reverend Jesse Jackson speaking about the relationship between the U.S. and Canada. He also recalled how Canada supported the Underground Railroad, the NAACP & Jackie Robinson. How we long to return to those better days. Hope never dies. #RIP

Chosen and biological families come in all shapes, sizes and constellations. Today, we celebrate all families across Canada.

Learn more about our recent “Love is Love” celebration at the French Embassy and the work of the Canadian Pride Caucus. ❤️🌈🇨🇦 thehomoculture.com/canadian-pri...

The world is looking to Canada for continued leadership. We must answer the call. 🇨🇦 nationalnewswatch.com/2026/02/16/f...

Love is Love. ❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day from the Canadian Pride Caucus! Recently, we celebrated our third anniversary with the French Embassy where we honoured the pioneering work of Svend Robinson with our Pride Caucus Award! 🌈🇨🇦

It got a bit lost in the shuffle of the news this week, but I wrote a feature breaking down why Skate Canada's choice to pull out of Alberta is such a big deal. Published as a collaboration between @xtramagazine.com and @thewalrus.ca ⛸️🏳️‍⚧️ xtramagazine.com/power/skate-...

Yesterday, I asked the Government Representative in the Senate how the Federal Government would assure the UCP would abide by the Canada Health Act and, in turn, work to protect access to and delivery of public health care in Alberta.

Today, I rose in the Senate of Canada as part of Black History Month to pay tribute to an incredible colleague, friend, and mentor Rosalind Smith. Rest in Peace, Dear Ros. ❤️

Now is the time for unity, empathy and compassion for a devastated community and families that will never be the same. Sadly, we are seeing some people trying to exploit and weaponize tragedy to promote hatred and division. Unspeakable violence is never caused by a person’s identity.

Comprehensive sexual health is a human right. Schools should’ve leading the conversation with accurate and evidenced based information. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/educa...

All schools should be sanctuaries of safety and belonging. We grieve as a nation and extend our support, love, and compassion to everyone affected by the Tumbler Ridge tragedy.

Our hearts are in Tumbler Ridge tonight with the families of those who have lost loved ones. Government will ensure every possible support for community members in the coming days, as we all try to come to terms with this unimaginable tragedy.

All very important questions and valid concerns. www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...

During Question Period in #SenCA last week, Senator @drkristopherwells.bsky.social asked about the Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion. Read/watch the exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

Free the pill!

As a former student and professor, I would remind the President and Board that equity is the process and equality is the outcome. This policy change is unhelpful at a time when universities should be leading not retreating on important EDI work. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Senator Simons asked questions on the minds of many Albertans.

Today, I rose in the Senate to ask the government representative about the newly announced Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion and what its mandate will be and how will it continue to fight against rising hate in Canada.

We had such a great time talking about 10 years of Pride Tape and the Boy Aquarium! 🏒🌈❤️

We mourn the loss of two valued members of our local community. May peace come to their family members and swift justice to the perpetrator. www.stalbertgazette.com/local-news/b...

Yes. Ban it. One of the many reasons that I have completely ditched NHL fandom in any shape is that they have partnered with sports betting. Gambling addictions ruin lives and having those ads on sporting events on TV sickens me.

Ban it before it ruins the sports we love forever. You can still gamble freely without any paid advertising. Just like you can still smoke if you so choose.

I fully agree. Independence of the courts is critical to any democracy and is foundational to the rule of law. www.albertacourts.ca/kb/resources...

We were pleased to discuss the increased interest in Pride Tape thanks to the global Heated Rivalry phenomenon. 💫 Pride Tape is possible because of you! Happy 10th anniversary. Keep wrapping your sticks. Visibility does make a difference. 🏒🌈 www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...

We mourn and celebrate the life of MP Kristy Duncan. An outstanding scientist, advocate for evidence-based policy, and tireless champion for global health, education, and compassion in all facets of public life. Forever in our hearts. 🇨🇦 #cdnpoli

The UCP government should simply do the right thing and respect human rights, respect individual freedom, and respect medical doctors’ autonomy and professionalism. Rescind this discriminatory and hurtful legislation. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

Coupled with the introduction of Bill C-9, the Federal government will be “expanding and supporting dedicated hate crime units” and is committed to supporting other important initiatives such as improved hate crime data collection. www.canada.ca/en/public-sa...

These are the names of all the Canadians who served, fought and died in the Afghanistan war on behalf of NATO and the U.S. We will never forget their service and ultimate sacrifice. Say their names. Remember their service in defence of freedom and democracy. 🇨🇦

There are few greater champions for public education and vulnerable students than Ros Smith. When I worked for Edmonton Public Schools she was instrumental in developing (and defending) the district’s new sexual orientation & gender identity policy. /1 www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Agreed. It is time to end this discrimination. Death with dignity should never be considered optional within a publicly-funded institution. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

New House of Commons petition to support gender affirming care in Canada. Sponsored by MP Leah Gazan www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

The world has changed and so must Canada. We cannot be complicit. We must be direct and bold in our thinking and actions. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

A very good Op Ed. “Greenland is the first, best, and last opportunity to stand up to Mr. Trump.” www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...

From @drkristopherwells.bsky.social — "I think Heated Rivalry shows that queer stories are human stories and they’re important stories that everybody should be able to embrace and learn from.” #yeg #HeatedRivalry edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...

“People are looking for messages of hope and, really, of humanity. It’s what Heated Rivalry is at its core — a love story.” edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...

Congratulations to the Governmet of Nova Scotia on its new 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan. This is an important step forward in helping to build safer and more equitable and inclusive schools, communities, and health care systems. Well done, Nova Scotia! www.oeaengagement.ca/41089/widget...

If your hospital is publicly funded, then you should be required to follow the law. This is cruel and inhumane treatment and this discriminatory behaviour must end. www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...

Parenting in an ever changing world. Is this the right balance of risk vs. growth? Remember lawn darts? What other “no gos” would you add to the list? www.theglobeandmail.com/life/advice/...

What are your thoughts on West Jet’s new seating configuration? Should parliament step in and protect passengers with tougher consumer legislation? If so, what do you recommend as top priorities?

Congratulations to these outstanding Canadians. Your contributions have made our country a better place! 🇨🇦 www.gg.ca/en/appointme...

Just one New Year’s wish for everyone: Be the positive change needed in the world.

I’m calling it. Canada’s greatest cultural moment in 2025 was #heatedrivalry. 🏒💫