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[–] [email protected] 24 points 5 months ago (8 children)

I think Ford actually did a good job on this one. He's Trumpian in terms of his appeal and I think did a good job of rallying Canadians of various stripes and working WITH other premiers.

Daniel Smith was the opposite. She was a Trump apologist, and was divisive instead of being a team player.

Don't get me wrong - I think Ford is a complete tool 98% of the time, but I think he did a good job this once.

[–] [email protected] 14 points 5 months ago

The article has some factual errors. The Hyundai and KIA EVs being sold in Canada are still made in Korea and therefore not subject to the tarrif. Production out of the Georgia plant is prioritized for the US market due to the US federal incentive (for however long that lasts).

Source - my 3 week old 2025 Ioniq 5 that was made in Korea.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 5 months ago

I waited until I could get my hands on a Hyundai EV because I couldn't stomach Musk. A buddy is currently considering a used Tesla because prices have cratered - but is factoring in the cost of several large 'Musk Sucks' stickers to plaster all over it.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 5 months ago (1 children)

My (large) fridge hasn't even pulled 1kWh today. Modern fridges are impressively efficient.

I'm steadily electrifying my life - and adding solar panels as I go.

Solar is already super modular and if you package the panels, then you rob the consumer of the ability to pick a panel that works for them (physical size for example, but where you live will also have a big impact on capacity requirements). Also, solar panels have a lifespan that exceeds most consumer appliances. I just replaced a ten year old stove but my solar panels have a 25 year warranty. The replacement cadence is very different.

[–] [email protected] 22 points 5 months ago (1 children)

This is a FANTASTIC time for folks to start supporting Canadian made brands and avoid giving money to US companies - and that includes US companies doing business in Canada. We send a TON of money to the US via Amazon, Netflix, etc.

I've been really enjoying CBC Gem lately. North of North is a fun sitcom about life in the far north with a fantastic cast. Son of a Critch is also gold.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Done - and very well received. She's at the vet today so I let them in on it ;)

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 6 months ago

That's some powerful writing and the diplomacy makes it almost more biting...

[–] [email protected] 19 points 6 months ago

Dagnabbit - I went all in on Proton as well. Why is it so hard to find an email provider that respects privacy and isn't run by people with 'problematic' views (i.e. people who wish people like me didn't exist)

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago

Yea, I've looked at that. The issue is when I break it - and I always break my phones. I wouldn't be able to quickly fix my phone because I'd need to order the parts via a shipping forwarder. I use my phone for work and going a couple of weeks without a device isn't viable.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Rich white dudes have great health insurance.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 6 months ago (2 children)

The SECOND Fairphone starts shipping to Canada, I'll buy one...

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