@bpellerin

I use my voice. Loudly. Ottawa writer on law, politics & cities. Bench Presse | Random Acts of Urbanism | Entre les deux

 Ottawa, Ontario
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Join @bpellerin and me for our livestream of the Ottawa Municipal Election 2026. open.substack.com/live-strea… @ottpoli
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Your one-minute update for October 26. Go vote!
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Yes please. Remember that. Follow the signs and if you’re not sure, please ask where it’s OK to take your selfie.
Elections Ottawa@ottawavote15h
As you get ready to cast your ballot tomorrow, remember that photos and videos are not permitted in voting places. Let’s help protect the privacy of every elector. See you soon! #ItStartsHere #OttVote #OttCity
Graphic of an elector holding a cellphone with a prohibited symbol over the camera flash beside a voting screen labelled "Vote here."

ALT Graphic of an elector holding a cellphone with a prohibited symbol over the camera flash beside a voting screen labelled "Vote here."

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Obligatory movie selfie. Here to watch Whalefall.
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The strategic voting math is cruel to Neil Saravanamuttoo.
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Who will do what soul searching?
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Sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. We crossed paths a few times. He was always willing to answer questions and offer pointers. Condolences to his family and friends.
Robert Fife
@RobertFifeOct 23
Ray Heard, a hard-nosed newshound, passed away at age 91. He has an amazing career. RIP humphreymiles.com/obituaries…

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The BC election is a great reminder that voters are tired of being treated like idiots and will reward and punish politicians accordingly. randomactsofurbanism.substac…
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I’m puzzled that while undue influence (especially from developers) is on a lot of people’s minds in municipal politics, we didn’t talk more about ways to prevent it. Earlier this year I took apart Alex Lawson’s lobbying proposal. I got some pushback on my piece, and not just from the Lawson campaign. I still think I’m right, but more than that, I wish we’d discuss these issues a little more in the campaign. randomactsofurbanism.substac…
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Evan and I discuss the shenanigans in Sean Devine’s ward.
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Not sure how to vote? Here’s a cheat sheet by issue. Please vote!
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A restful visit to Jack Pine Trail.
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Evan discusses Mark Sutcliffe’s urban support.
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Lovely friends.
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Why I think Chelsea Walton will win Stittsville.
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Love to see young people get engaged.
Democrats Deliver
@DemzDeliverOct 24
🚨 BREAKING: Texas Southern University students are now marching together to vote for James Talarico. Talarico is running on healthcare for all.
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Oyez! Oyez! Join Evan and I on an election-night livestream this Monday at 8 pm. open.substack.com/live-strea… If you subscribe to Random Acts of Urbanism (and why shouldn’t you? It’s free!) you’ll get the link directly in your inbox when we start beaming.
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Sutcliffe’s negatives by issue. They’re all high.
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Yes, Jeff Leiper has some wow factor. It’s hard to see on TV but it’s visible in small groups.
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