Dr. Kristopher Wells

Ok, Canadians. You know what to do. Tighten our belts. Strengthen our resolve. Show our unity. Demonstrate our national pride. Support our real allies. Put Canada first forever and always.

UNAIDS applauds Botswana on fully repealing anti-LGBTQ+ law More than six years after Botswana’s courts struck down a ban on same-sex intimacy, the government has now formally removed the discriminatory provisions from the law. UNAIDS statement below: unaids.org/en/resources/p……

Opinion: Danielle Smith’s book-banning government would have you believe this Canadian poet was a pornographer trib.al/MilWGFl

NEWS RELEASE – Message to Albertans re: Unauthorized Use of List of Electors. Read more: ow.ly/igBZ50YTEql

It’s funny, isn’t it, how the mantra of protecting kids can often be such a selective exercise? Some target library collections, then simultaneously gut photo radar, raise speed limits and threaten bike lanes. #yeg #ableg edmontonjournal.com/opinion/column…

The What We Heard Report (WWHR), by @ESDC_GC's Social Research Division, highlights the unique experiences and challenges faced by 2SLGBTQI+ older adults living in Canada. You can access the report here: canada.ca/en/employment-…

Russia is targeting Canada with disinformation, Senate report warns theglobeandmail.com/politics/artic…

NEWS RELEASE – Alleged Inappropriate Distribution of List of Electors. No breach of Elections Alberta databases or systems. Read more: ow.ly/xsAS50YSsKE

Canadians must stand on guard against Russia’s use of increasingly sophisticated disinformation techniques to destabilize Canada and other Western democracies, a new report from the Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs has found. The spread of disinformation is also integral to Russia’s military strategy: it uses false narratives to erode support for Ukraine among its allies. The report found that Canadians’ exposure to Russia’s disinformation is significant. As such, strengthening Canadians’ media literacy and critical thinking skills is essential. The committee calls for a whole-of-society approach to counter Russia’s disinformation, with the aim of better equipping the public and preventing them from being misled. Learn more: ow.ly/gENr50YSpiB #SenCA #SECD

Russia just banned its 7th LGBTQ+ support group as an “extremist organisation” this spring. Today’s target is Callisto, outlawed by a Yaroslavl court two days after the Russian LGBT Network was banned by a court in St Petersburg. It’s a massive sweep: en.zona.media/article/2026/0…

One of the greatest acts of diplomacy we’ve seen come from the United States. Thanks, friends. 🙌

In a world where men wage wars and rage online, how can they learn to love? Heated Rivalry poses this question through the story of two professional hockey players, Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) and Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams), who must overcome their fears, nationalities, and cultural differences to truly see each other’s hearts. ✨ For showing how we can confront our deepest fears and “go to the cottage,” #HeatedRivalry is a #PeabodyWinner. @hbomax 🏆 peabodyawards.com/award-profile/…

5 Best Jokes From King Charles – Who Got Standing Ovation From Congress

@WillyGSkinner Just needs Charlie Brown. ❤️

Lucy in the yard with football

A lot of jokes from King Charles tonight. “You recently commented, Mr. President, that if it were not for the United States, European countries would be speaking German. Dare I say that if it wasn't for us, you'd be speaking French”

After months of pressure to stop Bill 11—Alberta legislation to establish two-tier, American style health care—the Federal Health Minister is warning that AB risks millions of $ in Health Transfers if they move forward with breaking the Canada Health Act. nationalpost.com/news/canada/he…

A clever idea that we all can celebrate! 🙌

Good to see more parts of the world following Canada’s leadership in banning all forms of “conversion therapy” practices.

Great leadership opportunity for Canada. 🇨🇦

@SenatorHousakos @cmcdavid97 See you in the Stanley Cup Finals. 🧡💙

Proof that our national sport can bridge any divide. Even a proud Habs fan can appreciate greatness! Thanks to Senator @KristopherWells for the newest addition to my jersey collection.

Proud to be a member.m! 🌈