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🎬 Founder - Diana Swain Strategies. Helping people say what they mean and mean what they say. Formerly @cbcnews @bcitalum @execcoaching she/her.

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Joined February 2009

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Diana Swain

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Today was my first in a new role as Managing Editor of Investigative Journalism @cbcnews . Very excited to work with the incredible leadership teams @cbcfifth @cbcmarketplace and the I-Unit to bring even more investigative stories to your screens. They’re the best in the biz!

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Diana Swain

6 years

#mindofjakepaul #Youtuber @shanedawson investigates the life of social media star @jakepaul Millions watch online. But is it journalism? #youtube | CBC News

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Controversial YouTube host Shane Dawson investigates the life of social media star Jake Paul | CBC...

The online series described as an ‘investigation’ and ‘documentary’ already has over 80 million views, but does its young audience believe it’s journalism?

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3 years

I have news. After leading the @CBCnews Investigative Unit for the past two years, I'm proud to be moving into the role of Executive Producer of @cbcfifth Honoured to be given the opportunity and ready to get started!

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Some people will tell you their resolution is to jump higher, try harder, lean in. That used to be me. This year I resolve to embrace the space I’m in, breathe deeply and exhale. Only took me 53 yrs. May it take you fewer. 🥂 #2019resolutions

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Drumroll time! After 33 years, this week marks my last at CBC News. It’s been a fantastic 3 decades reporting from all over Canada and the world, anchoring the news, and leading our incomparable investigative teams. Now, I'm ready for something new. Stay tuned! #newadventures

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6 years

First impressions of Seoul: my hotel toilet has a bewildering list of options. @CBCOlympics @cbcnews

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3 years

My kids both just got vaccinated. Tell me there’s a better Mother’s Day gift than that!!!! #sohappy #sorelieved

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4 years

The smile of someone who just finished her internship @TheHockeyNews and @theryersonian and now has her BA Journalism @RyersonU ! She's also the next in the Swain family tree to join the biz.That's 4 generations now. Congrats Lara!! Look out sports world, this kid can write!

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4 years

My own understanding of and reaction to #COVID ー19 has been evolving daily. What I thought was okay to do even two days ago, I feel differently about today. Suspect I'm not alone in that.

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@shanedawson @jakepaul Hey -- glad you liked it. Come on my show! Would love to chat one on one. Seriously, any time! 'The Investigators with Diana Swain' on CBC in Canada We're on youtube. (with slightly fewer than 17 million subscribers...😂 )

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5 years

I think it’s time to charge/fine people for making these calls? Anyone with me..?

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Toronto Police Operations

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Once again our Communications Centre has been receiving a number of calls from citizens using it as a platform to complain about being awaken by the Amber Alert. REMINDER: 9-1-1 is for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Please help us to keep our phone lines free for real emergencies. Thanks^adc

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4 years

No less inspiring or incredible all these years later

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#tbt - 40 years ago this Sunday, Terry began his Marathon of Hope. Where were you on April 12, 1980?

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All this talk about #NAFTA and #NotwithstandingClause clause makes a girl feel 30 yrs younger. Thx #cdnpoli

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Diana Swain

4 years

This insomnia is brutal. I feel like my body has forgotten how to sleep.

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4 years

@ArleneDickinson Amen to that. I have never hidden my age. I turned 55 a couple of weeks ago. To me, denying my age is denying my own experiences, and it feeds the idea that woman have a shelf-life. We don’t. We’re awesome from start to finish. Happy Birthday!

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Every summer at the cottage we indulge in east coast lobster 🦞 and I make biscuits that are not for the calorie-wise and we feel grateful; for many things. #cottagelife

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5 years

In light of #kinsellagate this story by @cbcnews investigative reporter @DubinskyZach back in June is even more interesting. #canpoli #elxn43 | CBC News

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Toronto councillor peeved over CBC stories was privately 'threatening' reporter, lawsuit alleges |...

Two city councillors ordered up a multi-front PR campaign after CBC ran stories about their ties to developers, with one of the men privately making threats against a CBC reporter and compiling a...

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Diana Swain

6 years

Grace.

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CBS News

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TEACHER TO THE END: In lieu of flowers, this teacher asked people to fill her funeral with backpacks of school supplies for students in need. People donated so many, it took 100 teachers to carry all the backpacks out.

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I work in Toronto. But I live north of the city in a 1830’s era log house. This fire is everything. Things you didn’t know about me. #gogeturlife

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6 years

@shanedawson @jakepaul Deal! And I'm going hold you to it. Good luck with editing 👍

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Diana Swain

5 years

@ddale8 Reading that passage is like running in circles with your eyes closed. 🤦‍♀️

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Diana Swain

6 years

When winter rains ice... Chill the Chardonnay 🍷 #Torontospring

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Diana Swain

4 years

When I started WFH I was baking bread, and making plans to work out daily. Today I consumed half a dry orange, a bowl of trail mix and too much coffee, and my legs ache from sitting too long. I am not winning the WFH Olympics.

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Diana Swain

3 years

Congratulations Bob! @cbcmckeown @cbcfifth Fifth Estate co-host Bob McKeown appointed to the Order of Canada | CBC News

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Fifth Estate co-host Bob McKeown appointed to the Order of Canada | CBC News

CBC's Bob McKeown, co-host of the Fifth Estate, has become a member of the Order of Canada "for his excellence in investigative journalism for television."

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Diana Swain

6 years

I’ve been a journalist for a long time. Lesson? People are fundamentally good. Worth remembering in troubled times.

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Diana Swain

4 years

Took my board for a paddle this morning. This aft we hiked (my legs are a scratched up mess) to an isolated lake to fish. And now I’m having a glass and in spite of all the crazy around me in the world, I feel lucky. Grab the good in life whenever you can.

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Diana Swain

5 years

I’m not sure why, but I’m always convinced that the answers are in there.

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Diana Swain

6 years

Gold in Big Air for Canada’s @SebToots !! @CBCNews @CBCOlympics

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Diana Swain

7 years

I got a new desk chair recently...

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Dylan Byers

7 years

NBC is paying Megyn Kelly $23 million a year for three years. That’s $69 million.

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Diana Swain

7 years

A priviledge to interview the widow and son of Sergei #Magnitsky tonight on @CBCTheNational .Their story reminds us all of his integrity.

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Diana Swain

6 years

I made cabbage rolls tonight from scratch and they were awesome and I feel like a bit of champ right now. #cookingmakesmehappy #freshfood

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Diana Swain

5 years

If you’re craving some humanity this morning, this will help.

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. @CanadiensMTL goalie Carey Price met a young fan whose mother, before dying of cancer, promised her son she would help him meet his idol. Here's the moment Price and Anderson met ❤️

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A rare, and moving interview with the two people who miss Sergei #Magnitsky most. @cbcnews Exclusive tonight @CBCTheNational

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Sir William Browder KCMG

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In Ottawa w/Natasha & Nikita Magnitsky to talk about Sergei’s legacy and Canadian Magnitsky Act w/ @swaindiana for National news CBC tonight

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Diana Swain

7 years

A prouder moment, I can't imagine. Receiving an honourary doctorate today from my alma mater @bcit @CBCNews

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Diana Swain

5 years

I got to work more than an hour early today. Just to be on the safe side. And now I want everyone to know what a stellar employee I am. #torontostorm

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Diana Swain

5 years

My partner spent 12 yrs working with #bobcole on Hockey Night. They drove together, golfed together and drank rum together. He has nothing but wonderful things to say. If you’re wondering: Bob is the real deal. #HNIC

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Diana Swain

5 years

Just ran into my favourite sports reporter 👍⁦ @Devin_Heroux ⁩

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Diana Swain

4 years

I'll nominate these folks for any award possible. Who's with me?

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Kevin McGran

4 years

Research team has isolated the COVID-19 virus - Sunnybrook Research Institute

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Diana Swain

7 years

I realize this makes me not cool, quaint and old-fashioned etc., but cooking good food for family and friends makes me really happy. #dinner

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Diana Swain

6 years

No. This has nothing to do with @CBCOlympics But, after 3 straight weeks this is my 1st day off and this martini is bliss. #swainsplaining

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Diana Swain

6 years

I've always rolled my eyes at people who customize their coffee order. Today, I ordered a latte with an extra shot. I've come undone. #endtimes

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Diana Swain

6 years

Well, here we go! ✈️ Next stop: South Korea and a whole lotta stories to cover. Can’t wait to get started! @CBCOlympics

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Diana Swain

10 months

September nights in cottage country #ontario

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Diana Swain

5 years

When you’re leaving the office for the day and walk past ⁦ @adriearsenault ⁩ interviewing ⁦ @Bandreescu_ ⁩ !! Lucky!! Can’t wait to watch ⁦ @CBCTheNational ⁩ tonight!

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3 years

Only good journalism has exposed this. Incredible work by @cbcnews colleagues in Sask “Millions meant for residential school survivors spent on Catholic Church lawyers, administration: documents”

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Diana Swain

2 years

Is it wrong to have a lot of bacon for breakfast? I mean JUST bacon?🥓

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Diana Swain

5 years

Oh man... someone on this @gotrain has fresh french fries. The fry truck kind. And, I’m very hungry. The “I had a salad for lunch” kind of hungry. This is gonna be a long ride home.

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Diana Swain

4 years

My dog does not suffer fools. She is all soul. I dare you to try to tell her a half-truth. Can’t be done.

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Diana Swain

4 years

This is great — going to share this with my own team today.

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Mark Richardson

4 years

I work for the Canadian federal government and they sent out an email with work at home guiding principles. It’s amazing to work for a place that speaks like this.

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5 years

@MuhammadLila Great thread, Muhammad:)

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Diana Swain

6 years

I have rediscovered a love for baked potatoes. Yes. I broke my twitter fast for this. #asyouwere

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Diana Swain

5 years

Here’s how I spent Sunday morning. Sunday afternoon spent tending to the lawn. Now I’m...spent.

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Diana Swain

5 years

Joe was the real deal. Seeing him in the halls used to be an intimidating reminder of what journalism can accomplish in the world. He was kind, but direct. And that voice... #RIP Joe.

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CBC News

5 years

BREAKING: Joe Schlesinger, one of Canada's foremost journalists, dead at 90.

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4 years

Have you ever been in such a bad mood you felt bad for anyone trying to start a conversation with you? I don’t even want to talk to myself right now... #hrumpf #nothavingit #tootired #reallyneedabreak

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Diana Swain

4 years

From Emma and our home, to all of yours...Merry Christmas! 🎄

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Diana Swain

6 years

My dog on her way home after wandering away for hours. Thx to those who found her! 🙏 I’m still in Korea. Aged 10 yrs this morning in panic.

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Diana Swain

6 years

When it’s too windy at the cottage to do much else, bake bread!

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Diana Swain

6 years

The incomparable value of local journalists and journalism on display as @HarryForestell provides excellent @cbcnews LIVE coverage of incident in #frederictonshooting A city he knows well.

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Diana Swain

5 years

Talked on air with colleague ⁦ @NatashaFatah ⁩ about the #isis news of the day just after we arrived at the cottage, then augured a hole in the ice to get winter water. Multi-tasking! #reporterthings @cbcnews

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Diana Swain

4 years

I’ve answered emails, sanded and primed two exterior windows, folded laundry and canned homemade mango/ginger chutney. I realize it’s not even 3pm but can we all just pretend it’s way later and go to sleep now?

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6 years

I’ve spent today wondering what’s the right thing to say? I still don’t know. Hold those who are hurting. Today. Always. #HumboldtBroncos

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Diana Swain

4 years

Anyone else routinely get a headache when it rains? Or is that just a weird thing that only happens to me?

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Diana Swain

8 years

This response from the NYTimes to Trump's lawyers is a true mic drop.

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The New York Times

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The NYT's lawyer responded to a request from Donald Trump's lawyer to retract an article

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Diana Swain

4 years

When I die, I want to come back as my dog. #winter #cottagelife #dogsoftwitter

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Diana Swain

5 years

At long last, getting 👁 surgery today. Not laser, but a procedure more typically used on patients with cataracts being offered these days to “younger” patients :) Happy to be getting this done, but will be happier when I’m headed home! #seeulater

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Diana Swain

6 years

Great news! As we tape this week’s episode, thrilled to announce ‘The Investigators’ will air Thursday at 7 this fall on @CBC @cbcnews

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Diana Swain

3 years

Is it you? I’m looking for a Senior Producer to help me lead @cbcfifth The Fifth Estate into its 47th season. If you’re an experienced investigative journalist/leader this is the job you’ve been waiting for. Applications close soon. Job posting can be found online. Let me know!

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Diana Swain

6 years

This @TPSOperations officer shows remarkable calm. Anyone know who this is?

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Diana Swain

4 years

I just showed this to my partner and said “maybe we’re not a real couple yet..?” He looked at it and said, “ we’re good.”

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Diana Swain

5 years

Just texted my son some life advice. Told him I hoped he was keeping track of all my texts for the “advice from Mom” book he writes some day. He suggested a @netflix special instead. Smart boy 😉

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Diana Swain

4 years

You know you may be sending too many work emails when you send one to your kids and sign it, "Thanks, Diana." 😂

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7 years

@brianstelter "News is a flirty business..."?? I've read a lot that annoyed me today but this is the worst.

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Diana Swain

5 years

Morning coffee on the deck. What a beautiful way to start the day. #cottagelife

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Diana Swain

10 years

More than legends in women's hockey...they are legends of the game itself! @HC_Women @cbcolympics http://t.co/nL34Ost3IT

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Diana Swain

5 years

But, he has asked Canadian government to take back ISIS members. Interesting...

@realDonaldTrump

Donald J. Trump

@realDonaldTrump

5 years

I have instructed Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, and he fully agrees, not to allow Hoda Muthana back into the Country!

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6 years

I’m going to miss these tricked-out busses. #PyeongChang2018 @cbcolympics @GOtransit

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Diana Swain

5 years

Showing my Mom from BC what my daily commute is like. First stop: ⁦ @GOtransit ⁩

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4 years

Watching the sunrise at the cottage is one of the most genuinely rejuvenating things I can think of.

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Diana Swain

3 years

I breast-fed my baby in the dressing room before anchoring the 6pm news. It was complicated. And it was 25yrs ago. We should have this worked out by now. Let her bring her baby.

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Hayley Wickenheiser

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The @Olympics prides itself on humanity. So, if the games go on, here's hoping the right step is taken to allow @8kimsmith to both compete and bring her child to the games. I won't be attending, her husband and child fill my IOC spot.

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6 years

After a sublime summer holiday went back to work a week ago. Woke up this morning with a cold. Conclusion? Work is bad for my health.

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Diana Swain

4 years

I have worked really hard on my front crawl breathing this summer and it’s much better. Just felt like I needed to declare that. 🤷🏻‍♀️

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Diana Swain

7 years

I’ve just spent 20 min trying to order wings for takeout on my phone with a lousy app. Maybe the universe is telling me to make a salad..?

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Diana Swain

5 years

As clear an explanation as you'll find of why these planes are having problems. Bonus points for having a former astronaut as Transport Minister.

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CBC News

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Transport Minister Marc Garneau speaks about the grounding of all Boeing 737 Max 8 airplanes in Canada. Read more:

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7 years

I realize the holidays are over, but I find I'm still eating chocolate randomly through the day. This must end.

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6 years

Will admit, I had never seen this #maryoliver line until today. Can’t stop reflecting on it. “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" A question to ask until the end.

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5 years

For those who’ve been asking (and I appreciate it 👍) ‘The Investigators’ was not renewed for the 2019 @CBCTV schedule. We are working on a shorter digital option. But maybe we’ll get picked up for the fall. Who knows 🤷🏻‍♀️ Crazier things have happened @cbcnews

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7 years

Yay! Thanks everyone. 122 new followers today and I'm over the 10k hump. That was genuinely fun! You're good people...

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6 years

The first time that we’ve all been in the same room together since we got here. Our @CBCNews team. Proud to be with them all. @CBCOlympics

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4 years

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@NatashaFatah

Natasha Fatah

4 years

Breaking News: Pack of wild wolves viciously attack human. Footage may be difficult to watch.

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6 years

In light of recent events I have decided to come up with my own hashtag. Also, it makes me laugh #SWAINsplaining

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Diana Swain

10 years

Double silver medallist @Pchiddy . Such a talented and nice guy! Love this pic! @cbcolympics http://t.co/Ds7C1qFMZk

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Diana Swain

4 years

I will always associate your Dad with my own, who called his games years ago in the NHL with the Jets. That it was cancer that took them both is a sad connection. #rip

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Eric Hawerchuk

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After an incredibly brave and difficult battle with cancer, our dad has passed away. My family is so proud of him and the way he fought. #HawerchukStrong

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8 years

So if Trump wins, was this still rigged?

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4 years

Insomnia struggles: day ?? Apparently I now just sleep in 2-3 hour increments. 😴🥺

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6 years

A welcome take on what happened this week at Queen’s Park. All journalists are indebted to those who spoke up.

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8 years

What does a journalist do to unwind after work? Caught this in Lake Ontario last night.

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4 years

You need to watch this. It’s a real conversation full of empathy and hard fact. Neither easy questions to ask nor to answer. If you feel like you’ve been getting numb to all that’s happened, this will snap you out of it. #stayhome

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Natasha Fatah

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This week 86 people died in Ontario of Covid-19. 5 were at Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto. And Dr. Michael Warner was with each of them when they died. Scared. Finding it hard to breath. Without their families. Please watch and understand the real toll of the pandemic.

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6 years

Homemade date bread with cinnamon swirl. My work here is done...

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5 years

This is great

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Sid Seixeiro

5 years

When 23 Grand Slams walks into the room and you don’t give a damn.

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6 years

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Peter Smith

6 years

Been chatting to my wife while twitter was down. She seems nice.

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