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Cake day: January 23rd, 2025

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  • Every time I went into the Bay in Dorval it would be depressing. To think that this store has not been changed since my father was a child. Management never spent money to renovate and the maintenance on their infrastructure has always been shit.

    They’re like the Canadian Tire of clothing. The regular price seemed not to matter because there was always a 20-60% off code or promotion. The quality of clothing has also dropped hard. Besides Levi’s jeans, and I guess Docker… the rest of it is fast fashion, drop ship-esque companies.





  • I see what you’re saying, but I think it’s important to clarify the distinction between privacy and anonymity. While platforms like Lemmy and Mastodon might not be the pinnacle of privacy (let’s be real, the most privacy-conscious choice would be to avoid these sites altogether), I believe they offer the best alternatives to the data-driven practices of FAANG products.

    If I recall correctly, Lemmy and Mastodon require an email for registration but don’t ask for your cellphone information. This allows you to create a pseudonyb and alias. It allows you the freedom to engage without worrying about a direct connection back to your identity. Sure, there’s still some risk associated with your IP address, but for most people the level of data collection on these platforms isn’t a significant concern. The fact that there’s no monetization of your data means that your conversations—or lack thereof—are private to you and the users you choose to engage with.

    Digital independence is about creating spaces where we can interact freely and securely. These platforms allow us to prioritize our privacy, even if they don’t guarantee complete anonymity. It’s all about finding the right balance and choosing platforms that align with our values regarding privacy and data usage.





  • I guess it depends on what you mean by infrastructure.

    Feds have their own IT group which usually means out sourced or heavily contracted to firms and consultants.

    Feds manage, maintain some bridges and dams, Alaska highway, ports, seaways, and all their Crown real property. If it isn’t Crown owned it is leased. Unsure who the biggest landlord is I would assume Brookfield. Big real estate projects are contracted out, look at Parliament. Usually it’s BGIS, PCL, EllisDon or local contractors.