Ian Hanomansing
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I'm at a loss for words. Lisa is among the very best at what she does. I know surprisingly arbitrary decisions can be made in this business but Lisa, you deserve better than this. Way better.
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Huge shout-out to the person at Eaton Centre Toronto who found my wallet and anonymously took it to security. Cards untapped. Cash intact. ( No way of knowing if they laughed at my atrocious driver's license photo).But thanks for proving again most people are kind and honest.
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BREAKING: Prime Minister Trudeau announces Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor are on a plane, headed home.
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I think it's relevant to share this: got an email that I can get the Astra Zeneca vaccine at a pharmacy in BC today. So, did my own risk assessment. A key factor: among the medical doctors I trust, every one has advised all of us to take the first shot we're offered. And I will.
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Went into a small Vancouver restaurant that has a sign "Masks strongly recommended". Watched people read it and enter. Every person put on a mask as they entered, without any issue. Not newsworthy, I guess, but in an unremarkable way, I thought it was interesting.
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I'm not trying to change the minds of those who aren't open to that. But when vilification of media is high, it's important we're not silent. Many people are relying on our coverage. We're constantly assessing different points of view. We can disagree without personal attacks.
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So, shutting down before 8. 1,028 kids. Candy gone. Supply chain issues. Hiding in the kitchen.
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Hmmmm. I thought the young clerk undercharged me for a coffee so I took a look at my receipt. She gave me the senior's discount. Reeling. I'm reeling. (Though I did save 25 cents.)☺️
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I'm not going to retweet the vile text chat a colleague was subjected to, as he was simply trying to set up an interview on the truckers' rally because it is so ugly. But we need to be able to cover and discuss this story without being subjected to threats.
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A gentle warning for the fake "Visa security" people: if you call me when I'm doing boring chores at home, I will invent hapless characters, to keep you on the line as long as possible. Current record: 35 mins. (A weird "hobby", I realize, but kind of fun.)
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My Mom reminded me sixty years ago today, we emigrated to Canada. My parents met at Mount Allison, returned to Trinidad. When I was a baby they decided to leave their families to return to New Brunswick because of the opportunities for them and, especially, me. Forever grateful.
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I grew up with a love of radio. Local stations by day and, at night, distant signals from NY and Boston. But more than anything our family treasured CBC Radio. I grew up listening to Cross Country Checkup snd never imagined one day I'd become the host. I'm excited and grateful.
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Ontario Premier live now talking about Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland: "She's an absolute champion. I talk to her every single day... we're on the same team, we're on Team Canada.... this is how we're going to defeat
#COVID19
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Thinking about my colleagues at CTV who have lost their jobs in the mass layoffs today. But I'm also thinking about news consumers in Canada. We need various sources of credible news in this age of disinformation. Choice and competition make for better journalism.
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For those of you who care about journalism: Just got out of a long, thoughtful meeting where we discussed our coverage of mandates, protests and the pandemic. No question this is happening in every newsroom. It's never been more important.
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I strongly believe good people vastly outnumber bad. Except on Twitter.🥳But when someone posted a pointless (and fact-less) swipe at me it was fascinating to see people - many I know, some I don't - push back. It's a nice way to call out bad behaviour. Thanks.
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When I was in the Maritimes, with the forecast calling for cold weather, my mother sent me this text: "Pay attention to the low temperatures. They are dangerous. Wear a hat and gloves. And thick socks." Even at this age, always my Mom's son.😊♥️🥶
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Best. Father's Day. Gift. Ever. First time both sons played on the same Saturday morning. (We've been playing here since before they were born). Fantastic.
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Watching live coverage from Ottawa on multiple monitors. Let's leave CBC out of this for a moment. A CTV reporter was just doing a live hit while someone tried to drown him out with "Fake News". For the record, the report was calm, measured and accurate. Stay safe. Keep it up.
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A doctor DM'd me to point out a mistake I'd made. I thanked him and told him I was embarassed. He said "don't be embarassed. That's why I sent you a private message." Which is to say, there are a lot of people on Twitter that make the platform worthwhile. Just not everybody.
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Consider this a belated apology to every one of my teachers for underestimating how challenging their jobs were. The back story: I just did six fifteen minutes sessions with high school students, chatting about journalism. No biggie, right? I'm exhausted. Like, done.
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Well it’s over. I have exhausted every attempt to keep my BlackBerry (in the process exhausting my colleagues in I-T). Goodbye Blackberry Classic. Hello apps (whatever those are).
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Forty years ago today, I began my broadcasting career at CKDH in Amherst NS. ( I know, the number seems unreal to me too). I’m forever grateful to Geoff Degannes for giving me that break and I still remember the thrill of the first newscast, 2 pm June 25th, 1979. Thanks Geoff.
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Just had the best Christmas shopping experience. Walking by a shop, went in on a whim. The store co-owner was warm, chatty and knew her products inside-out. Felt like I was in a movie scene. The pleasures of shopping small, local and in-person.
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Just saw 2 things on my phone almost simultaneously: tweets dismissing CBC's Ottawa coverage because "no one's watching" and an email about the millions of people who watched, day after day. When big stories happen, live tv news matters. We take that relationship seriously.
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So the guy in the buffet lineup used his hand instead of tongs to pick up the slice of banana bread. OK. But he just looked at it and put it back down. Do I talk to him? Do I take the slice and throw it away? Do I passive aggressively tweet? Breakfast suddenly got complicated. ☺️
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It was one of the great privileges of my professional life to interview Gordon Lightfoot. There are a lot of great Canadian musicians but his music made me proud to be Canadian. To be in his home, to hear his stories, I'll never forget. So sad to hear of his passing.
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One last post about something I wrote yesterday before I put down my phone, enjoy the rest of my day off and get ready for Halloween.
Why did I post? Because a lot of people were tagging me on X about a 60 Minutes story and questioning my integrity. That matters to me.
What…
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Happy Father’s Day! Lucky to spend a little time with my sons. When NB opens the border, I’ll have a belated celebration with my Dad.
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Day 8 of quarantine for a friend, back from the States. She tells me she's been called each day by either federal gov't, provincial gov't or both. Yesterday, she got a call from police who asked her to wave to them outside, to verify she was home. No messing around.
#COVID19
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As we head into another period where Covid cases are on the rise, I want to remind objective news consumers: there are few stories more important than Covid and my colleagues continue to do extensive reading and analysis to provide the best coverage we can. We are not sycophants…
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Asking
@ianhanomansing
to query anything Bonnie Henry says (even as it *contradicts her own research*) is like asking the tide not to roll in. Ian is her
#1
sycophant, unwilling to read, think, or do what he's paid to do: inform the 🇨🇦 public. Can't or won't, result's the same.
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Love travel coincidences like this: dropped in to a random CVS in Redondo Beach and the woman behind the counter asked me how I was doing. Turns out she wanted to double check who I was by hearing my voice. She's originally from Canada, watches CBC online and we have some…
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I think you're going to see lots of tweets like this: I had the privilege of interviewing President Jimmy Carter, remotely, for a CBC Radio show about 15 years ago. Afterwards, Carter told the technician to make sure I knew how much he genuinely enjoyed the interview. Day made.
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Father’s Day 2021. Feel so fortunate as a father. And as a son. To my Dad, whose lessons I think about often. Looking forward to a long overdue trip to New Brunswick.
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When you're on the outer edges of recognizability: Person in Toronto sees me, smiles, and says " CP24!". I smile back and say "Actually CBC." She then says, nicely: "Wherever you work, I thought you were taller." Fair enough. 🥳
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Someone just messaged me to say they’re alone during this pandemic and added “sometimes it’s tough.” Perhaps we can all think about reaching out to someone this weekend.
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So, decided to put my work bag in the trunk, out of sight of potential thieves. Came back an hour later to THIS. Apparently I didn't close my trunk. Nothing missing. (Except a portion of my dignity.)
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Saw my parents’ number on my phone and, given the late hour back east, immediately worried. Until I answered. They had just received their first Pfizer shots and sounded, honestly, giddy. Anyone have a pandemic-era simile for post-vaccine joy? As happy as....
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Every time I've posted about harassment of reporting crews during this story, I get some replies about how we/they brought it on themselves, how the mainstream media is to blame, how we need to stop whining. No. Don't justify this. Do your part to stop it.
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So I mentioned to my wife, who's not in the media biz, my topic idea for Cross Country Checkup this weekend. She told me hers. I explained why that wasn't a good idea. She suggested I pitch it anyway. It is now our topic for this Sunday. Not sure of my next step. 😚
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So many great replies to my tweet yesterday about the anonymous person who turned in my wallet lost at Eaton Center. So, um, full disclosure: it may have fallen out of my pocket as I grabbed my phone to take a picture of THIS👇🏾( a cake vending machine? What a time to be alive!).
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1690 kids by 8:45! And that wasn't even close to the most in the neighborhood. A lot of sugar out there! 🎃🎃🎃
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Some people have asked “How do stay down to earth?” Well, walked into a fast food restaurant and the checkout person asked, hopefully, “Are you the Doordash guy”. So that helps.😁
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Just in case you’d like a break: thirty seconds of Saturday in Vancouver.
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I thought the highlight of this day would be seeing Iceland's iconic Kirkjufell peak from sea level. But it was learning two important lessons: my wife is a WAY better kayaker than me (truthfully, so are beginner children) and two single kayaks are a very smart strategy.
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On the National tonight, former (and perhaps future) Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks to us about what he believes is his imminent arrest and the role he hopes Canada will play to help stabilize his country.
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Doing research on the four day work week and Friday afternoon seems like a good time to ask: do you agree with the advocates who say you can do 100% of your work in 80% of your current time?
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Not allowed to take a picture but sitting in the waiting area at the Convention Center after getting my second shot. First shot AZ. Today Moderna. Soon: New Brunswick.
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Just read some astoundingly condescending tweets about doctors and scientists from people who appear to be doctors and scientists. This is once again a confusing time during this pandemic. I appreciate those who choose science over snark.
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(Spoiler alert) Apologies to those who aren't following this like I am but come on. Tonight's finish on
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@mattearoach
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A few times recently, strangers have stopped me to say they enjoy reading my tweets. I mention this because it's a reminder of another Twitter... where people share info and ideas and comments and are.... wait for it... pleasant.
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Maybe this is the best way for those of us in Canada to react to the Trump/Acosta encounter: no matter your political beliefs or where you get your news, make it clear to your leaders they must not take away access to journalists no matter how challenging the questions.
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We must not accept this or treat it as understandable or justified. This isn't about whether you watch CTV or CBC or mainstream media. A major police operation is happening a public place. Reporters have to be able to do their jobs safely.
Some protestors have ramped up their anger at journalists.
@glen_mcgregor
and I were both doing reports at a camera and protestors surrounded us, yelled fake news, lies, Nazi, disrupted Glen’s live hit, one guy spat at us and then followed us as we left. Getting worse
#cdnpoli
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Just got a private, plaintive message from someone who said it must be difficult to only be able to report what I'm told. I'm sure the sender is sincere. But I also know he's wrong. Reply however you like but it's important to make clear: I have never been prevented by anyone…
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With Russia clamping down on media, both domestic and international, BBC is reverting to a medium that hasn't seemed so necessary since the Cold War: shortwave radio to broadcast into Russia. Part of our coverage tonight on The National.
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My apologies. I didn't realize how deeply divided we appear to be about eggnog 😊
(I'll wait until December to ask about "Love Actually").
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The volume of replies to my Covid coverage tweet yesterday - both number and tone - doesn't surprise me. Though magnified by this platform, it likely shows the challenge public health officials will be dealing with this fall. Polarized, entrenched points of view.
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I’ve written a book profiling nine impressive Canadian infectious disease doctors. It’s not about policy but their path from school to stepping into the “Pandemic Spotlight”. All author royalties are going directly to a fund for students at UBC Medical School. Inspiring stories.
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“Emergency” home haircut three hours before airtime. My wife has many talents but hair? What could possibly go wrong. Details at 10.
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Admonished by a listener - in a private DM - for saying "you guys" on the radio: "You is still singular AND plural, otherwise “you both”. CBC should be.... a language leader." Love the care for words. My question: is a little informality OK in unscripted chats, even on CBC?
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I suppose Twitter will offer every shade of opinion on
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The Canadian delegation entering Westminster Abbey. 10:16 London time.
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West Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund describing firefight that took place last night and continues. "Firefighters battled hard" to save buildings and "rescuing members of the public who had refused to leave". He says "it was like battling one hundred years of fires in one…
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Thrilled to announce l’ll be the interim host of CBC Cross-Country Checkup this season while Duncan is on a fellowship. I love live, unscripted broadcasting and looking forward to playing a role in this weekly national conversation. (Still doing The National Fridays and Sundays.)
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Sackville, New Brunswick. Saturday afternoon. Hope you have a safe New Year's Eve. Unless my parents have other plans, I think mine will be fairly quiet 🥳🎉🤫(just the way I like it).
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Quick visit to my neighbourhood pharmacy. Bivalent Covid vaccine, flu shot, oil filter. Good for another 5000 kms.
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So, this will be interesting. An errant high stick at ball hockey today. The National tomorrow. I’m doing my own make-up. This should be fine, right?
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Chatting with my parents, who were in Moncton for an appointment. The sidewalks were very icy and they had a long, slippery walk. Four people offered to help, including John, who guided each of them. The kindness of strangers. There's no video but it's my Moment. Thanks.
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I wonder if pilots ever get tired of this view? So beautiful.
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Can you help settle a friendly newsroom wager? Roughly what percentage of Canadian adults use metric to describe their height and weight? (A significant amount of leftover Halloween candy hangs in the balance.)
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A silver lining in the
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My Dad encouraged me to question just about anything and, as my friends will verify, I love to play devil's advocate. But a pandemic is not a university debating tournament. Facts matter. So, to the person or machine that tweeted me Covid is a hoax, you're wrong and you're muted.
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One of my favourite days of the year. As a (belated... I was away for work) Father's Day gift, my two sons came out for Saturday morning ball hockey. One was on my team. The other scored multiple goals to help them win every game. (Rethinking inheritance planning 😌).
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Don't know what % of people who claim to have rejected mainstream media actually have. But I've been wondering how they're getting their news about Ukraine. What I've been watching has been very professionally done. Looking forward to being back in newsroom Friday.
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Very nice to have my notifications fill up with positive, friendly reaction to my Astra Zeneca vaccination tweet. It was quick and, so far, symptom-free. I have my next appointment booked, so a good day. All that and no selfie!
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Canada doesn’t get mentioned often in US media but CNN describing Canada as a country that “respected the virus” and showing Premier Ford’s praise of the federal government as example of
#Covid
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For those asking who decides what is disinformation: You do. Read/watch/listen to various media. There are lots of great journalists. See how they report and who they rely on. Create a shortlist. If you end up dismissing all mainstream media, that could be a warning sign.
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Oh, Vancouver, one morning like this and we forget those days (and days) of dreary rain.
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Seeing some photos from Ottawa tonight posted on social media without context and, in some cases, with misleading descriptions. We are taking care tonight on The National to provide context, analysis and the latest information. Five editions, starting at 9 et.
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141. That is the number of people tonight in BC who are in an intensive care unit. Critically ill. Constantly monitored by a nurse. Covid still matters. It's still making putting people in danger, whether we're tired of it or not.
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One of the nice things about having an hour long newscast is there's room - most nights - for a little variety. And so, the National Interview features
@VancityReynolds
The attached video says a lot about him. I asked if I could do an Instagram video. One take later, this.👇🏾
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The man who tormented Amanda Todd online and "ruined her life" has just been sentenced to 13 years by a BC judge, who exceeded the Crown's recommendation. The closing chapter of a ten year old ordeal. Much more tonight on The National.
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On a day off, unshaven, unkempt, taking the bus home from the gym. Very nice man strikes up a conversation about The National. Says he almost didn’t recognize me then stops, embarrassed. Struggling for a euphemism, he says “You look, um, more shiny on tv.” 100%. 🧟♂️👍🏾
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I see examples every day of kind, smart, thoughtful people weighing in on Twitter. I hope you stay here. I enjoy reading your comments. I know it's easy to get discouraged by the corrosiveness but I highly recommend the mute function.
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Here’s another Omicron effect: a friend in the Caribbean has been running into Canadian families about to return to Canada, only to discover some are testing positive, unable to fly home.
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Martin Short is trending for the best reasons: lots of online love for him. So let me add this: he was in our newsroom for an interview and I asked him to meet Shane Foxman. Impromptu, one-take, GOLD! via
@YouTube
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Has this ever happened in the NHL? A coach, likely in his last game before being fired, warmly cheered by the hometown fans (Bruce, there it is!). In an emotional post-game news conference, Canucks coach Bruce Boudreau said he was moved by their support and is grateful.
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I know it's been a week of very difficult news stories so it may seem odd for me to bring your attention to a too-short obit on The National tonight. But the passing of Burt Bacharach deserves a few moments of reflection. And after, maybe listen to a few of his masterful songs.
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Four years ago today: Friday, March 13th, 2020. Do you remember what you were doing? And how quickly everything around us shifted?
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Lots of conversations in our newsrooms about how to sensitively report on the very difficult story from Manitoba. We will be taking care with what we say and the pictures we show on The National from the deadly bus and truck crash near Dauphin.
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Vancouver moment: getting my hair cut and across the room, one of my fave celebrities - for whom I've got a bajillion questions - is doing the same. Took every ounce of willpower (milligram?) to stay in my seat and not intrude. But still enjoyed my almost brush with fame.
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Like a lot of people with relatives in Atlantic Canada, I have been trying all day to make contact. I'm not sending this to make it about me but just a reminder to us all that even in our hi-tech, highly connected country, one big storm (or quake or fire) can disrupt so much.
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"Ian is a hack" "...told a straight up lie" "Bonnie bootlicker". I've learned Covid on X/Twitter encourages periodic volleys of misinformation towards, among others, journalists and doctors. I've also learned there's no room for debate. You're either with them or against them.…
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A friend and colleague is retiring today, after a long career. He says he's never seen the hate - and called it hate - directed to the media as he did covering the protest story yesterday. I wonder if those yelling saw the story his team did? Fair, accurate and important.
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A beautiful February day in Vancouver. Spring in just over a month. The promise of better days.
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Have heard about the Rock of Gibraltar all my life. This morning, got to look out from the top. A small British outpost, on the Iberian Peninsula.
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Mentioned on
@checkupcbc
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I love the look on people's faces when they see someone walking with a bouquet. I may just do this periodically for the smiles. 💐
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