Hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing climate fires across Europe and North America. Meanwhile the planet burners are making record profits. And they are hitting up the Canadian taxpayers for $100 billion for another pipeline. www.theguardian.com/business/ng-...

Revealed: major oil firms make $93bn profits amid war and climate crisis

Iran conflict windfall over three months reignites calls for companies ‘cashing in on human misery’ to pay for environmental damage

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Check out the action in August's calendar and cover photo, captured by Jeff Curtis. There's still time to submit photos for our 2027 calendar! Send your photos in at https://eforms.portmoody.ca/Calendar/2027-Calendar-Photo-Submissions for a chance to be featured in our 2027 calendar.

When we see climate disruption in front of us, it’s not the time to give up on climate action. It’s the time to double down.

There is no waste collection today, Monday, August 3, 2026, for the British Columbia Day statutory holiday. All solid waste pickup moves forward one day from Tuesday on. Details: https://ecalendar.portmoody.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-03-0630-NOTICE-Statutory-holiday-closures-and-service-chan

Senator Whitehouse said it better than anyone: "Climate risk makes things un-insurable. No insurance makes things un-mortgageable. No mortgages crashes the property markets. Crashed property markets trash the economy.” #wildfire #Spokane #insurance

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse@whitehouse.senate.gov · 3d ago

The Great Climate Insurance Collapse is beginning before our eyes. How does it happen? Gradually, and then all at once. Buckle up. subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eene...

📬️ The June & July newsletter is out! Update covers: 🏀 New court and hoops 📢 Guidelines for respectful dialogue 🌉 CPKC Bridge widening 🏘️ Updates on housing & parkland expansion 🏥 My letter on MRI & nursing shortages ➕️ Campaign launch & how to get involved. Read more here: buff.ly/AXNq7J4

Reminder: we don't monitor social media after regular business hours, on weekends or holidays. You can report problems by calling our 24x7 service line at 604.469.4574 or online at https://f.mtr.cool/ehvwkssrvi

It's not political. It's operational. You may have seen a post claiming Port Moody "cancelled your right to speak" to Council. That's not true. Swipe to read the details. P.S. There are no meetings in August, so this alignment with the pre-election period only affected two July meetings.

Nostalgia may be nice, but it is not a substitute for empirical evidence.

Lessons from Hamilton, Ontario: Here’s how to stop an AI data centre proposed for your community Morning File by Suzanne Rent @suzannerent.bsky.social

Lessons from Hamilton, Ontario: Here's how to stop an AI data centre proposed for your community - Halifax Examiner

"City councils have more power than they think."

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✅ Port Moody General Local & School Board Election, Saturday, October 17, 2026: register to vote or download a candidate nomination package today! Learn how to register to vote and find candidate nomination information: https://tinyurl.com/yw7jszyz

To carry 50,000 people per hour in each direction, a city needs a 175m wide road for cars. Even if those cars are electric. And then there’s all the parking. OR a city can move A LOT MORE people in a lot less space, with A LOT LESS public money, emissions, pollution, noise etc. Choices. Simple.

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Rainbow flag raised at Port Moody City Hall & Port Moody Arts Centre in honour of Pride Week - a time to celebrate & advocate for 2SLGBTQI+ communities.  See https://vancouverpride.ca/pride2026, https://tricitiespride.ca, https://canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/pride-season.html

When you live in a walkable neighbourhood Saturday morning wanderings look like coffee at Gallaghers with friends, treats from Casa del Pane, celebrating The Little Butcher’s 14th anniversary and popping into The Unmediocre Store for some necessities. It also is bumping into neighbours & chatting.

Notice of consideration for Development Variance Permit #DVP00036 (205 Mount Royal Drive) at the July 28, 2026 Regular Council meeting. Details at https://portmoody.ca/planningnotice

A politician got caught using ChatGPT in a legislative debate. We should make very clear: That fucking sucks. www.thestar.com/opinion/star...

Justin Ling: If politicians can’t get the job done without ChatGPT, maybe they shouldn’t have the job

Expecting our elected representatives to eschew artificial intelligence in their day-to-day work is not Luddism.

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Insane new research. Scientists gave asthma patients free electric stoves to replace their gas stoves, then checked to see if symptoms improved. Not only did symptoms improve, ditching gas was *better than medicine.* Details in today's newsletter: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com/p/electric-s...

Researchers used electric stoves to treat asthma. It worked.

The latest evidence that gas is bad for your health.

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The nurses' strike isn't happening in a vacuum. It's a response to daily working conditions in healthcare: it's about patient ratios, patient safety, & working conditions. Sending patients out for an MRI directly relates to that. I recently wrote to the editor: buff.ly/N6Ta1ir /1

Heat warnings have been issued for many areas in BC. These areas have temperatures that can pose a risk to health and safety. Take steps to stay cool, and watch for signs of heat-related illness, like dizziness, headaches, nausea and more.

Join us for Board Games Night every other Thursday at Kyle Centre from 6:00–9:00pm. Discover modern board games, connect with fellow players, and enjoy a relaxed evening of gaming. Ages 8+  Upcoming dates: July 23, August 6, and August 20. https://f.mtr.cool/aodyqoscha

Notice of consideration for Development Variance Permit #DVP00036 (205 Mount Royal Drive) at the July 28, 2026 Regular Council meeting. Details at https://portmoody.ca/planningnotice

Notice of Consideration – July 28, 2026, 7pm. Pursuant to section 124(3) of the Community Charter, Port Moody Council will consider adoption of Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 3536. Details at http://portmoody.ca/publicnotices

Council Standing Committee Meeting, Tues, July 21, 5:00pm. Online via Zoom; public viewing in Parkview Rm. Video recording online next day. Agenda: https://portmoody.ca/meetings. Note: due to election advertising rules, public input agenda item paused at Council meetings until after Oct 17 election

Play in Our Parks is at Westhill Park today and runs Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 2:30pm until July 31. Enjoy free drop‑in fun with sports, crafts, games, face painting, and more, led by onsite recreation staff. portmoody.ca/play

Two temporary pickleball courts are now open at Town Centre Park (300 Ioco Rd). By converting one of the existing tennis courts, we’re creating more opportunities for you to play. Grab your paddle and check them out! Find all pickleball court locations at: https://tinyurl.com/3xxasm7f

Council Highlights for July 14, 2026: Read a quick summary of highlights from this week's Regular Council Meeting online at https://portmoody.ca/council-highlights

BOSTON BAR, B.C. - “Residents of the townsite of Boston Bar have been ordered to evacuate due to a wildfire that flared overnight.” vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/16/b... - @citynewsvancouver.bsky.social #AinslieCreekWildfire #BCWildfire #BostonBar #BrunswickComplex #BrunswickCreekWildfire

Boston Bar residents ordered to evacuate as wildfire flares

Residents of the townsite of Boston Bar have been ordered to evacuate due to a wildfire that flared overnight.

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More private swim lessons just added to the weeks of July 20 and July 27! Build skills and confidence with focused, one‑on‑one instruction. And don’t forget to check our online registration system regularly as new lessons are added often! Register now: https://f.mtr.cool/iwxcyzrndb

Today Mayor and Council officially opened a pop-up basketball court at the corner of Ioco Road and Murray Street! Funded by the province’s Growing Communities Fund, this temporary space reflects our commitment to enhancing community well-being. Find all b-ball courts: https://tinyurl.com/5dzcpwby

#NewWest as of today, the Neighbour House does NOT need any more volunteers for the donation centre and is no longer accepting clothing or shoes. New West has given SO MUCH!! 💜 Please continue to give $$. E-transfer admin@newwestnh.ca