Mom, lobbyist, poli-nerd. Crusader for accessibility, democracy, equality, kindness. VP Sustainability, @FHCP_PASC
Toronto, Ontario
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As a former political staffer I was recently asked for career advice by a new political staffer. My response: “don’t be an asshole!”. Make all the tough calls, stand by your principles and be strong, but respect will carry you further than arrogance.
Congrats to @SkellyHamilton for being elected the 1st woman Speaker of the Ontario Legislature. What a moment! (And a nice white pantsuit) #RepresentationMatters #onpoli
The most identifiable sound for political staffers.
Quorum call at Queen’s Park for the first time in 74 days. The legislature returns with the government set to table omnibus legislation on road rolls, licence plate renewals & carbon pricing. Hear all the question period highlights on CityNews680
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I return to x simply to share that today, in January 2024, I have received a response from a provincial govt to an FOI that I filed in September 2019. I did not receive any documents, simply acknowledgement that they’re still working on it. #ToLaughOrCry
Most days I WFH. I live across from an elementary school & sometimes wonder how children could make so much noise at recess & lunch. But the eery silence of a school on lockdown is horrendous. Scary day in Toronto’s east end. Can’t wait for the sounds of playground fun tomorrow.
Sincere thanks to @DavidPiccini for so capably managing deeply complex matters that enabled the transition of the Blue Box program to begin transition to EPR in Ontario, during your tenure at MECP. Congrats on your new role as Labour Minister.
#BREAKING - Ford government cabinet shuffle announced. David Piccini replaces Monte Mcnaughton as minister of labor, Mcnaughton having resigned today. Andrea Khanjin fills Piccini old portfolio as environment Minister.
Congrats to @Andrea_Khanjin in her new role as Minister of Environment, Conservation & Parks. @FHCP_PASC looks forward to working together on the transition of Blue Box to EPR & consideration of a deposit return for beverages. Issues of importance for our members & Ontarians.
#BREAKING - Ford government cabinet shuffle announced. David Piccini replaces Monte Mcnaughton as minister of labor, Mcnaughton having resigned today. Andrea Khanjin fills Piccini old portfolio as environment Minister.
“Never underestimate the influence you have on others.” Last yr I saw a frmr colleague I hadn’t seen in years. They came up to me & said “it was a long time ago, you might not remember me”. To me, they are 1 of the most influential ppl in my career. You never know who’s watching
Thrilled to see so many @FHCP_PASC members recognized for their commitment, achievements and impact in sustainability. A privilege to work with so many of these teams.
Canadian Grocer recognized 18 companies helping to create a more sustainable grocery industry for the 2023 Impact Awards 👇 ow.ly/765c50PzkKf
It’s showtime. SHOWTIME!
@HamiltonMusical @Mirvish
ALT A set stage for Hamilton, ready for the performance.
Congrats @CELeadershipCA and @CircularOnline for an exciting and informative Circular Economy Summit. I was happy to moderate a panel discussion on the Cdn landscape of packaging policy and EPR, even so early in the morning … ☕️ ☕️ ☕️. #CCES2023
And that's a wrap!
The first #CanadianCircularEconomySummit is over - and we couldn't be more thrilled with the result.
With +400 leaders & change makers from across the country (and abroad) in attendance, our delegates left energized, inspired, and ready for action💪
#CCES2023
Standing room only at the inaugural Circular Economy Summit. Excited to be here on behalf of @FHCP_PASC and getting to expand our understanding of the opportunities of a #circularfuture and connecting with colleagues, govts and members.
📢 Canadian Circular Economy Summit 2023 kicks off with a word from our Executive Director, Jo-Anne St. Godard.
Stay updated on the event through our socials and hashtags.
Let’s build a #circularfuture
#CanadianCircularEconomySummit #CCES2023 #circulareconomy
On my 30th birthday me and all my friends got dressed up, went to a sexy night club in Yorkville, drank our faces off and danced the night away. For my 40th I had a big dinner in a private room at a swanky restaurant. For my 50th last week I bought myself a new couch. #Adulting
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Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay2023. At FHCP, we know that sustainability cannot be addressed in isolation. Collaborations are fundamental in our efforts to support our members, impact supply chains, and improve environmental outcomes. Thank you to the many who are helping to move the needle toward a circular economy.
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Top civil servants at Queen’s Park were shuffled around today, including a new deputy minister of Education.
Not always indicative that a (much rumoured) cabinet shuffle on the political side is coming.
#onpoli
Never have I felt so old as when I wrote notes with a pen and paper, in cursive, listening to an explanation of chatGPT.
As a kid I always heard the common refrain “don’t be a litterbug”. Today, Ontario’s Day of Action on Litter, is a good reminder to keep communities and environment clean. Thanks @DavidPiccini and @Andrea_Khanjin for leadership. #ActOnLitter
It's Ontario's Provincial Day of Action on Litter, meant to encourage individuals, students, municipalities and businesses across the province to raise awareness about the impacts of litter and waste and take part in a litter cleanup.
Visit the province's website for some great tips on how to #actONlitter: ontario.ca/page/act-on-litte…
I had a Gen X crisis today when my home printer ran out of paper. I could hear my Millennial colleague laughing far away.
I have made the ultimate boy-mom mistake. Son randomly asked me how I would protect him in the event of a zombie apocalypse. In my response I apparently confused zombies, aliens and vampires. My kid may never speak to me again. #ParentingFail
Hi-light of the week: I attended a conference and was so happy to see a former colleague I hadn’t seen in 20 years. (A good reminder to never burn bridges where possible because no matter where you go outside of politics our worlds are never that far apart.) #TimeFlies