Rafferty Baker

Rafferty Baker

@rafferty.bsky.social

Radio producer, news reporter, cyclist, enjoyer of outside. Vancouver, BC

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“For the last two weeks, Hackinen has ridden her bike for approximately 18 hours a day, stopping only briefly to buy food, refill bottles, sleep, and care for her body and bike.” By @jacquelinegelineau.bsky.social www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caKelowna woman sets record at 4,400-km Tour Divide bike race | CBC NewsA cyclist from Kelowna has broken the women's record at the Tour Divide, an event many consider the pinnacle of offroad ultra-distance bike racing.
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"My whole thing is the risk of accidental overdose," Alan explains. "I'm always right there beside them for at least 15-20 minutes after they do the shot. Because I know that I'm still technically responsible for that." Story by @francisplourde.bsky.social www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caMeet the ‘hit doctor’: Inside an informal network of drug users trying to stay alive | CBC NewsAmid the ongoing toxic drug crisis, an informal network of support has emerged among drug users. Part of this network are individuals referred to by their clients as “doctors” — everyday people with n...
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“I was disappointed by some of the rhetoric that came out from people who were leaders in communities, political people who took advantage of the complexity of the issue to target specific people and to regress back into blaming and shaming people.” - Dr. Bonnie Henry www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caB.C. declared toxic drugs a public health emergency 10 years ago. Has it made a difference? | CBC NewsExperts say they worry the province hasn’t used all the powers available that come with a public health emergency, and is leaning on public opinion rather than science to inform policy.
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A couple CBC News job openings for full time, permanent staff reporters are up for our new Richmond, B.C., bureau: cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/CBC_Radio-Ca... If you or someone you know might be a into something like that, take a look!

cbcrc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.comReporter/Editor (English Services) (On-Site)Position Title: Reporter/Editor Status of Employment: Permanent Position Language Requirement: English Language Skills: Work at CBC/Radio-Canada At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, en...
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47 VPD officers were paid more than $100K in OT last year, including 7 constables who more than doubled their possible $140K salaries. One sergeant raked in $239K in OT on top of possible $158K salary. Meanwhile, the force went $6.5M over its $400M+ budget. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca47 VPD officers made over $100K in OT last year — and one banked $239K, FOI data shows | CBC NewsA single Vancouver police sergeant was paid $239,258 in overtime alone last year, on top of the rank's base pay of up to $158,000. The figure comes from a freedom of information request filed with the...
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"A major report on modernizing the education system in Newfoundland and Labrador is peppered with fake sources some educators say were likely fabricated by generative AI." Report recommends the use of "ethical" AI... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caN.L.'s 10-year education action plan cites sources that don't exist | CBC NewsA major report on modernizing the education system in Newfoundland and Labrador is peppered with fake sources some educators say were likely fabricated by generative artificial intelligence.
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Good thread about a totally regular experience trying to report on tragic events in B.C. (and probably the rest of Canada). Officials here are so accustomed to getting away with offering nearly zero details. It often takes years for a trial or coroners inquest to get worthwhile official accounts.

Andrew Kurjata@akurjata.ca

I’m actually gonna get out of my replies and use this story to highlight something that I haven’t for a while: the complete lack of transparency and communication from our public agencies in B.C./Canada. So here’s a thread

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"Israeli forces struck Nasser hospital in the south of the Gaza Strip on Monday, killing at least 20 people including journalists who worked for Reuters, the Associated Press, Al Jazeera and other outlets." via @reuters.com www.reuters.com/world/middle...

reuters.comInitial inquiry says Hamas camera was target of Israeli strike that killed journalistsAn initial Israeli military inquiry has concluded that troops struck what they believed to be a Hamas camera position in Monday's attack on a Gaza hospital that killed five journalists, but a further probe was ordered into how that decision was made.

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Andrew Kurjata
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Three cyclists have been hit by drivers in Prince George this week. One of them is dead. As it happens, it's the same week the city is calling for feedback on safety for bikers, walkers and other non-drivers. They're getting a lot of notes. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca'An outstanding human being': Cyclist dies after hit-and-run during charity training ride | CBC NewsRiders call for improved road safety in week that has seen 3 cyclists seriously injured or killed in Prince George.

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Jen St. Denis
@jenstden.bsky.social

Radio-Canada's investigation was remarkable - and this goes to show that sometimes journalism is all the justice people will get. So we need to make the effort and do it right.

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This is a cool account for 'on this day' in 1980 updates from Mount St. Helens. 45th anniversary of the eruption is Sunday, May 18.

Mount St. Helens Archive (On Leave)@mtsthelensarchive.bsky.social

The volcano is hidden, but its presence is still felt over the lake, the lodge, and the two men. Silence screams. Nelson, aware of St. Helens's danger, pleads with Truman, but to no avail. Back into the truck, gun the motor back to safety. KGW cameras later recorded Truman—the last footage of him.

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"What we're hearing, particularly from service providers, as well as patrons, is that this police presence is deterring people from accessing the life-saving services inside." — Caitlin Shane, @pivotlegalsociety.bsky.social www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caCommunity groups accuse VPD officers of loitering outside supervised drug consumption sites | CBC NewsA collection of groups that work in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside say there's been an increase in police officer presence outside Insite and other supervised drug consumption sites in the neighbourhood. They say this is deterring people from accessing harm-reduction services.

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Andrea Woo
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Trey Helten, an advocate for drug users whose willingness to speak searingly about his own battle with addiction provided hope and inspiration to many in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, has died at 42. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

theglobeandmail.comTrey Helten, prominent advocate for people who use drugs - remembered for his own battle with addiction - has diedAs manager at Vancouver’s Overdose Prevention Society, he helped people schedule medical appointments and find housing, and reversed hundreds of overdoses and trained others to do the same