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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

9 months

I’m not sure I’ll ever delete my Dad’s contact info from my phone. I know that doesn’t make a ton of sense. Anyone else feel this way after losing a loved one?

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Fiona’s getting real. I heard a strange sound — a hum — and went out on our front verandah. Startled by this transformer explosion nearby. Happened about 3 minutes ago. 😳 #HurricaneFiona

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Done. Just have to press them out a bit more and add a couple of beaded pieces (still need to make those, but what’s the rush? 😆)

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Wow. We just made the last mortgage payment on our home. It took 18.5 years of hard work and consistency, through some very trying times. I’ve owned 3 homes, but this is the first time I’ve seen this on a mortgage statement. It’s a bit surreal. 😃😌

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

This is 60. Honestly, I have no idea how I got here. 😆 But it feels pretty great so far; so, I say “bring it.”

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

That’s a burnt spruce needle on my car’s sunroof. I’m in Bedford. The fire is 30 km away. Stating the obvious, but those strong winds are a big problem. Feeling awful for those evacuated. I dearly hope all are safe and sending strength to the firefighters.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard my name in the last 24 hours… 💰

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Finished my skirt at 1:30 a.m. Went to the flag raising at Halifax City Hall at 10 with nitanis (my daughter, Ella). I am the granddaughter of a residential school survivor, the daughter of a day school survivor and I endured 2 day schools myself. #EveryChildMatters #NDTR2022

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Hug your loved ones. You don’t know who needs it, right now. Yesterday, we lost my 17-yr-old niece, one of the most tender, sweet and loving souls I have known. Her name was Jewel. And she was.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

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1 year

Today I was honoured (and completely surprised) with a blanket ceremony down at the Halifax Waterfront. Delegates from NAIG 2014 (Regina) honoured me with a stunning star blanket, along with a complete set of medals from their games. I am so grateful. kinanâskomitin ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

Proud of my daughter. Last week at work, when a customer hissed at a colleague (a new Canadian), with a “you people, taking our jobs...” comment, my child, firmly said, “Hey, you can’t say that!” She summoned the manager, who escorted the person from the store. #StandUpToRacism

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

9 months

@MiningJunkie I’m lucky I have one from Sept. 1/22. He passed Aug. 1/23. He sounded so chipper and so I kept it. It makes me happy to hear his voice.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

A long time ago, I built a career in design. I woke up this a.m., trying to find words to describe how I feel today. I don’t have my old design tools, I’m rusty, but I still felt the need to create. I’m curious to know what you see.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

Statement from Chief Mike Sack of Sipekne’katik First Nation regarding West Pubnico facility fire. #MikMaq #TreatyRights

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

@RCMPNS I sincerely want to know (as do many others, clearly), why there’s no Amber Alert for this 14-year-old? I do not know the man she’s with, but he IS known to the community (and to you)—and her family is very worried about Mary (Molly). She is a CHILD. Please ramp this up.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

@HFX @onthewedgepizza My daughter was the one “with attitude” who stood up to that bullying, in the interests of protecting others and adhering to public health policy. I’m so proud she did.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Today I wear one of my ribbon skirts in honour of National Ribbon Skirt Day and young Isabella Kulak's courage. This is the one I chose for today because it best represents my spiritual connection to who I am as a nīhīthaw-iskwīw (Woodland Cree woman). #NationalRibbonSkirtDay

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

My friends just lost their sweet 26-year-old son to suicide. They’re living every parent’s nightmare—he was loved and this is devastating. 💔 Please, if you or someone you know needs help, call the NS Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line 24/7 at 1-888-429-8167 or call 911.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

I am overwhelmed by the sincere love and support from my firm today. My colleague, Sherry, created a #RedDress installation at our Halifax office on this National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S). ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

I’m starting to see some social media activity about September 30–mostly really good. However, I humbly offer some recommendations for folks posting about National Day For Truth and Reconciliation—and I do share these thoughts with love. 🧡

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Almost finished a neckpiece to go with my new ribbon skirt (I call it “thunderbird soars in the northern lights”). My first time in about 40 years doing a loom beading project (with fringe). Regardless of how it turns out, beading is always good medicine.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

I wear my red ribbon skirt in solidarity with our peoples impacted by race-based violence against Indigenous Women and Girls and 2LGBTQQIA+. Most Canadians are kind, but let this be a reminder that racism is still alive. Our journey of healing has only just begun. #RedDressDay

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

@OhSineady Oh my GAWD. Sinead, you are one of a kind and we love you for it. 😂

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Sending love to the people of #Ukraine , wearing earrings I beaded last night, to honour their courage. And thinking of my beloved late stepdad, Fred, a proud Ukrainian-Canadian. 🇺🇦❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Handsome house guest, Louie. He’d rather be at his own home I’m sure; but he’s making the best of things here for now, along with his lovely human. And we are happy to have them both, safe and sound. ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

5 years

Exciting personal news: I’ve accepted the role of Chair of the 2020 North American Indigenous Games, coming to Kjipuktuk (Halifax) & Millbrook First Nation July 12 - 19, 2020. 😃

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

I am so proud of our @NAIG2023 team: weather-related challenges, focused on ensuring participants’ safety, working with officials to hold the remaining medal games today and making any adjustments needed as we go. Stay tuned to @NAIG2023 for updates!

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

9 months

@shannonwc I get that. I have one voicemail from my Dad from just over a year ago. I have it saved to a separate file so I don’t lose the sound of him saying. “Love you, sweetie.”

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

I am filled with so much gratitude. Chairing @NAIG2023 has been the privilege of a lifetime. Wela’lin @Lnoqum for your vision of bringing the games to Mi’kma’ki. Wela’lin @BrendonSmithson for your dedication as CEO. And kinanāskomitin nimāmā for being at my side all week. ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

How I spent my NS Heritage Day evening: Made a new ribbon skirt (with fabric and ribbons from my mom) and a pair of cone-fringe beaded earrings. Colours represent: black=earth; blue=water; green=balance.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Someone said the other day (I think it was meant as a compliment…) that “it sure must be nice to get paid for running NAIG.” In case anyone’s wondering, I am a volunteer board director (and chair). NAIG Host Society board members do not get paid to be on the board. FYI. 😊

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

9 months

@ObsFromLife I am so sorry. I cannot imagine what you must be going through.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

To the person not wearing a mask and shouting at my 19-year-old daughter, a food service worker, for doing the right thing by refusing to serve you: You looked like a fool in front of other customers and, very likely, the two children you had with you. I feel so sorry for them.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Started a ribbon skirt for tomorrow (an event late morning), but have an engagement tonight. Still have to finish stitching on the ribbons, sewing the pockets, seams, hem and waistband. Prayers welcome. 🧡

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

So this happened today. COMPLETELY took me by surprise this morning. My mom (from MB) and my sis (from AB) were standing in my kitchen when I went downstairs after getting ready for work. NO idea. It’s already the best birthday ever and it’s not for another 6 days! 😃😃😃

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

FYI, if you see me liking Tweets from any NDP, Liberal, PC, or Green Party candidates, it’s not necessarily an endorsement of any party’s policies. I support my friends and good acquaintances of all stripes whom I respect and admire, regardless of affiliation.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Surrounded by so much love, my step-dad, Fred Pertson, went to the spirit world today, peacefully, in his home in Fisher Bay at 1:57 p.m. CDT. One of the absolute best. ❤️❤️❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

7 years

Oh, internet. It’s days like today you disappoint me. Yes, #DavidCassidy is gravely ill. Please stop saying he’s dead. Show some respect.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

DO spend time considering how you can personally contribute to reconciliation, not just on September 30, but every day. 🤗 Let’s all do better. I know we can. kinanâskomitin 🧡 #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

9 months

@Ladydi59924281 I’m so sorry.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Grief is weird. Haven’t cried much at all since Dad died, even though I generally don’t hold in (or hide) my feelings very well. But when the airport security guy asked what was in a package, I told him “some of my dad’s remains.” He looked at me… and, suddenly, it’s all real.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Loving this spot for our colleagues at @DeloitteUS -- Want to work at Deloitte? We could always use more great brains. #WalkingDeadAdvertising

Deloitte US

@DeloitteUS

2 years

Ready to put your brains to work? #WalkingDeadvertising #PoweredByBrains #careers

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

I haven’t quite found the words to describe yesterday, the first official day of 2023 North American Indigenous Games. The opening of the Cultural Village (with SO many people joining in on the experience!), seeing our NAIG team of staff and volunteers kicking into (1/2)

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Honoured and excited to join the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Board of Directors and to helping advance the great work of this fine organization!

Canadian Council for Indigenous Business

@ccib_national

3 years

CCAB is excited to welcome @fionakirkpatrickparsons to our Board of Directors. Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons is the National Advisor for @Deloitte Find out more about Fiona and our Board of Directors at .

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Writing Dad’s obituary was both therapeutic and completely exhausting. Yes, it’s long, but he led an interesting life that crossed two countries, two provinces and one territory. My Pop deserves his story told. I hope I’ve done him justice. (To be published tomorrow.)

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

@WabKinew Oh, bless his heart for trying. Based on experience, I think some non-Indigenous folks have heard “miigwech” used often and simply don’t realize there are, what, 60 other Indigenous languages in what is now known as Canada. Sigh. One of those teachable moments, I guess. 🙄

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

My friends, I have some happy news. I’m thrilled to share with you that I have accepted the position of National Advisor / kā-nīkānīt with Deloitte Indigenous, effective today.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

@perrybellegarde National Chief Bellegarde. I’m nehithaw-iskwew, living in Mi’kma’ki. I have been to the wharf to support our Mi’kmaq cousins. They need help and protection urgently. The RCMP are not stopping the threats, violence, and theft. This is URGENT. Can Canada please send peacekeepers?

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

Just returned after an uplifting experience today at Keji Nat’l Park. Honoured to witness the launch of a 21ft Mi’kmaq birchbark canoe, built by @toddlabrador77 , along w/his talented daughter @Mel7Labrador , her husband & their twins. Wela’lioq for inviting me to be there.❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

In 6 days, we spent our nights sleeping next to the ocean, went on a spectacular bucket list kayaking trip to Three Sisters sea stacks, paddleboarded Horseshoe Bay at Cape d’Or, hiked Ward’s Falls Trail and Cape Chignecto. Beautiful Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia!

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@FKParsons

1 year

We are ready! #NAIG2023

2027 North American Indigenous Games

@NAIG2027

1 year

Kjipuktuk is ready for you, Turtle Island! A special thank you to Elder Billy Joe for teaching our Culture Chair the traditional way for making the Mi'kmaq Wikuoms (Wigwams).

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Re: this image. I’ve had people message me to ask if they can use/share it. Yes. it’s okay if anyone wants to share or use it. I give my permission to use for personal use or by any Indigenous non-profit, should they wish to use it. kinanâskomitinawaw

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

So excited to share this news! #NAIG2023

2027 North American Indigenous Games

@NAIG2027

3 years

The North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) Council & NAIG Host Society are pleased to announce that the 10th Games are set to take place July 15 to 23, 2023 in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) & Millbrook First Nation, Nova Scotia.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

This is truly a landmark deal: A coalition of Mi’kmaq First Nations to have 50% ownership of Clearwater and 100% of their Canadian licenses! This is a beautiful thing to see (or, ahem, to *sea*!). Congratulations to all! #Indigenous #Fishing #Mikmaq

michael gorman

@MichaelTGorman

4 years

. @Clearwatersea announces deal to sell company to Premium Brands Holdings Corp and a coalition of Mi'kmaq First Nations. The two parties each take on 50 per cent ownership. Transaction is valued at $1 billion, including debt. 1/2

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

nitānis (“my daughter”), Ella, is 19 today. She is strong, smart, and kind—I’m a lucky mom. 🥰

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Have a work event Saturday. Tonight, I had the idea to mess with a small evening bag I bought for a buck at a thrift shop in the summer. I repurposed an old piece of leather from my mom, made some fringe, and added my own beadwork. Nice to slow down and just create.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

DON’T use phrases such as “our Indigenous people” or “Canada’s First Nations” or any combo thereof. Stay away from possessive language—it implies ownership. We do not belong to you. We live beside you and with you on this land, as equals.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

(Thread) In the wee morning hours, my dear dad left his body with a final peaceful, soft exhale. Michael Kirkpatrick, born Tuesday, December 31, 1935 in Edinburgh, Scotland, died at home in Ste. Anne, MB Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at the age of 87 years and 7 months — just two weeks

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

@StarrMHFNS @RosieBarton @CBCTheNational While I appreciate seeing an all-female panel, for sure, I have to ask where are the BIPOC panelists? Surely in all the planning for this event, that must have at least come up in conversation. CBC, please reflect on this. It’s 2020 and it’s time. You can do better.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

59 today and just getting started. #stoodis

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

9 months

@jadcrnogorac I wish my Dad was a texter. But he did record a lot of videos, capturing various stories from his life (and posted on FB). I have only watched one. But I’ll probably watch a bunch on his birthday (Dec. 31).

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

With Dad in Manitoba, caring for him during the final phase of his life journey; have been poring over old photos. Seeing these sweet ones of him in the ‘30s with his mum and dad, reminds me we were all little once. It’s good to reflect and appreciate the expanse of a life lived.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

@CBCIndigenous Honestly, how is it even possible that a person with such views could still be in the Senate at all. She hasn’t learned. It’s time she left.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

A project I’ve been working on over my summer vacation. Haven’t beaded on a jean jacket, or any clothing, in decades; I learned/remembered a lot (and made many mistakes) while doing it. #decolonizing #beadwork #Cree #Indigenous

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Beautiful morning of ceremony and remembrance at the Halifax waterfront, with my family. A difficult day in many ways, made less heavy by the sense of community and the presence of love and kindness. #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

So excited for #Elsipogtog First Nation on winning 2021 @hockeyville !!!! 🏒🏒🏒🏒🏒❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

@MJ_Bryant Correction: We don’t have a travel ban here; however, one does have to self-isolate for 14 days if coming from outside Atlantic. So, you’re absolutely welcome to come if you’re willing to help keep us safe.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Whenever I travel now, I take COVID tests along. I tested twice in Vancouver (had a slight tickle in my throat on Tuesday). Negative result. Got home Friday morning and tested before hugging my family. Positive result. Now isolating, so I don’t make anyone sick. Major bummer.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

And she’s off to @DalhousieU — from her room! 🙂 #BackToSchool #NovaScotia #University #FirstYear

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@FKParsons

9 months

This is huge. Lily Gladstone opened her acceptance speech in the Blackfeet language and all of us, including this nehithaw, rejoiced. takahki Lily (well done!). ❤️

The Hollywood Reporter

@THR

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"This is a historic win, it doesn't belong to just me." - Lily Gladstone wins her first Golden Globe for Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama for #KillersoftheFlowerMoon at the 2024 #GoldenGlobes

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

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3 years

First time flying in about 20 months—going to MB to help my mama care for my step-dad. You can bet I’m wearing all this gear and have wiped everything down (although the plane does look spotless!). Lots of space between me and everyone else for this first leg. @AirCanada

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@FKParsons

2 years

The Pretendians documentary is airing September 30 and I'm really looking forward to seeing how @TheDHTaylor explores this increasingly important (and complex) topic.

The Pretendians

Why are there so many ‘pretend Indians’ these days? Anishinaabe author Drew Hayden Taylor investigates

www.cbc.ca

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

My kid works here. Best pizza around. 🙂 🍕

ONTHEWEDGEpizzzzzzzzzzaa.ish

@onthewedgepizza

4 years

This is Justin. He’s easy. Just like curbside pickup. Simply call or click your order with your desired pickup time. Drive up to the curb, call us again, And we’ll put it in the trunk. The pizza, not justin.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

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3 years

Just had a convo with someone who lives and works here in Mi’kma’ki. She said she doesn’t know any Mi’kmaw words. I said, “Why not?” (Gently, and with a smile.) She went on Youtube immediately. And guess who now knows how to say “Kwe’” (hello)? It’s not hard, folks. Just try. 🙂

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

4 years

That’s my girl! Graduated from French Immersion with Honours. #proudmama #Graduation2020 #GoCheetahs

CPA High School

@CPAHighSchool

4 years

Congratulations Ella!! We will miss you! #HRCEClassOf2020

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

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1 year

My dad.

Obituary of Michael Kirkpatrick | Birchwood Funeral Chapel

Michael (Mike) Kirkpatrick, born Tuesday, December 31, 1935 in Edinburgh, Scotland, died Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at his home in Ste. Anne, Manitoba at the age of 87 years and 7 months, two weeks...

birchwoodfuneralchapel.com

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

I’m taking the next three days to spend with my Mom, just the two of us, on a road trip to Unama’ki (aka: Cape Breton). She has never been there in the fall and I’m so excited to have her all to myself. 😃😃

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1 year

My heart aches for my friends as they cope with the sudden, unimaginable loss of their beloved son. If you knew Joe, or if you know Leslie and Chris Keevill, I'm asking that we honour their wish to support mental health initiatives, such as this:

Remembering Joe

I'm raising money for a cause close to my heart and would love your support.

my.qe2foundation.ca

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

DO amplify Indigenous voices, add your comments, and share their posts (and please don’t make it about you, your shock, or your pain—September 30 is a time to listen, reflect on the legacy of residential schools, and consider how we can each do our part for a better future).

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

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9 months

It's been a day since posting this and am SO overwhelmed by the response--so much sharing, and caring. I had nearly taken a 2-month Twitter break this fall, as I had started to doubt there was much kindness on this platform anymore. You beautiful people have erased that doubt.❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Normalizing wearing a ribbon skirt, beaded jean jacket, and beaded earrings to the office. The new not-so-casual Friday? ☺️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

@VancityReynolds @stevenpage @GGCanada @CanadasNAC So very well-deserved. Thank you for your kind spirit, Ryan. And, from my own perspective as an Indigenous woman (nehithaw-iskwew), I’m grateful for the role you are playing in helping others see what it is to be an ally. kinanâskomitin

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Home now, after 3 weeks away. Yep, it was pretty pricey overall, but we had been saving since 2019. Thanks to the pandemic, we missed taking our 2020 vacation and decided to keep on saving for our dream family trip to Scotland. Delayed gratification can be a very good thing. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Had a wonderful time on @infomorning with Portia and Matt, sharing about National Ribbon Skirt Day and @NAIG2023 — thanks so much for having me on the show. ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

DYK: Many Indigenous veterans returned from war and lost their ‘status’ because they'd been off-reserve more than 4 yrs. They were essentially abandoned by Canada and their sacrifices forgotten. Having a day to honour them is the least we can do.

Deloitte on LinkedIn: #indigenousveteransday #deloittecanada

Today is Indigenous Veterans Day; we honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples who have served in missions across Canada and around the world in times of…

www.linkedin.com

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@FKParsons

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Power’s back on, as of 5:55 a.m.! Grateful to the power crews working so hard to get everyone back on the grid. ❤️🙏🏼

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Clearly, I’m out of my mind. Ribbon shirt for spouse. For tonight. And I’m out of here in two and a half hours. 😆

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Spending my afternoon off, working on a little something. ☺️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

@Tim_Bousquet It happened about 100 ft from my house. My husband took one of our quilts to keep the most injured person warm while the first responders were on their way. I saw one of the car occupants leave the car and collapse on the sidewalk. I’m hoping all are okay.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

You can’t argue with that math!

Nova Scotia Buzz

@NovaScotiaBuzz

1 year

Donations at to @redcrosscanada “$1 kinda becomes $2” - Ricky @HRMFireNews @MikeSavageHFX @SWEARNET @trailerparkboys @TorrensJonathan

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

What an absolutely beautiful day in every way. I marched in the Halifax Pride parade with my Deloitte colleagues for the first time since 2019 (and my 5th time as a parade participant). Such joy! #HalifaxPride Happy Pride, everyone! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

So many think people are deficient because they're in their later years. I see this ageism often. Reminder: Aging is a gift, not afforded to everyone. It takes a warrior heart and courage to embrace, and deal with, the many realities of the aging process. ❤️ #Respect

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Started the morning off with an interview down at the @NAIG2023 Cultural Village on the Halifax Common with Amber Fryday of @globalhalifax — it was a foggy morning (much like my brain today 😆).

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

2 years

Clearly, I have a thing for driftwood. And sunsets. And Mi’kma’ki/Nova Scotia.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

After two flights and a long day for her, nimâmâ arrived last night. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

At the Millbrook Powwow with Ella all afternoon—it was the good medicine we needed. ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

All packed and ready to leave in the morning. Excited to be near my family (even though I’ll be quarantined, so we’ll still be apart for two whole weeks); but I can barely deal with leaving my mom. I love her so much. She is the best person I have ever, or will ever, know. ❤️

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

I finished it (barely) and then had to shower, fix myself up in 45 minutes. But it’s done and he loves it.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

1 year

Very tough call for our team, but the safety and well-being of our participants is top priority. And…we still have medal rounds happening tomorrow! Visit , select “Sports” and “Schedule” to see what’s happening!

2027 North American Indigenous Games

@NAIG2027

1 year

Due to weather conditions, the NAIG 2023 Host Society has made the difficult decision to cancel this evening's Closing Ceremony. -- En raison des conditions météorologiques, la Société hôte des JAAN 2023 a pris la décision d'annuler la cérémonie de clôture de ce soir.

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Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons

@FKParsons

3 years

Today I’m doing 75km on the trail doe @rideforcancer_ —I’m riding for my husband Mike, who is living with a rare bone marrow cancer and I’m riding in memory of my dear step-dad, Fred, who went to the spirit world May 7. Good luck to all riders today! 🚲🚲❤️❤️

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