Running for reelection as City Councillor for #SomersetWard in Ottawa. Queer Jew. A better city is possible. Let’s build it together. 🏳️‍🌈https://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtmyjhozmc2jThe latest issue of the Somerset Ward newsletter is out (and the last one until after the election on October 26), with reflections on how change gets made in our city — and lots more. Read it here: www.arieltroster.com/swm_8422 Aug 2026 00:13 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtmyjhozmc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtltvopy5k2oSomeone bring snacks to Arthur from CBC, he is camped out at the election office today. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/clock-s-ticking-to-find-challengers-to-take-on-4-ottawa-city-councillors-9.731447021 Aug 2026 13:18 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtltvopy5k2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtkjy6gzkk2vJoin our sign crew! We will be starting with a midnight blitz and then will need help delivering signs to people in Somerset Ward throughout the month of September. (A perfect task for introverts.) Sign up at Troster2026.ca/shifts.21 Aug 2026 00:47 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtkjy6gzkk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtjdm7j5tk2nSara and I started our careers together in 2004, working with Maude Barlow at the Council of Canadians. She is BRILLIANT. Toronto friends: support Sara’s campaign for city council. She is the real deal! https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/exclusive-toronto-danforth-school-trustee-will-run-to-replace-paula-fletcher-on-city-council/ https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/exclusive-toronto-danforth-school-trustee-will-run-to-replace-paula-fletcher-on-city-council/article_126299fd-c381-49bf-9397-66c50885876b.html20 Aug 2026 13:21 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjdm7j5tk2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mthe6qsewc2aThe glorious return of DJ CPI to Centretown. Get ready … [contains quote post or other embedded content]19 Aug 2026 18:26 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthe6qsewc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtgvunvzpc25Holding municipal office isn’t a consolation prize. And this is the second time in days that a prominent male politician is entering the Toronto election at the last minute, torpedoing the chances of excellent women who had been in the race for months. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/former-liberal-mp-nate-erskine-smith-council-race-beaches-east-york-9.731192019 Aug 2026 14:09 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgvunvzpc25https://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtf4hwp5fc2sPublic bathroom way-finding signage in Bracebridge, Ontario. If a small tourist town can get this right, Ottawa has no excuse.18 Aug 2026 21:02 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtf4hwp5fc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtbwac4p5k23Already having FOMO for a few events I will be missing, but I am taking a week off to read books and be with my family. You gotta put your own oxygen mask on first …. See you soon. Expect posts about my latest binge-reads and not much else.17 Aug 2026 14:33 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbwac4p5k23https://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mtahmrhxfs2bThree opportunities this week to knock on doors, meet new friends, and help build a better city together. Sign up at Troster2026.ca/shifts.17 Aug 2026 00:39 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtahmrhxfs2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mt7f3chcvk2aJoin us next Sunday at the Dundonald Park splash pad to discuss ways to make Somerset Ward more safe, accessible and fun for kids and families. Bring your little ones! We want to hear their big ideas. RSVP here, or just show up: https://www.troster2026.ca/popsicles_in_the_park16 Aug 2026 14:20 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt7f3chcvk2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mt5ctqhz5c2gI had the best time at the St. Luke’s Basketball Family Fun Day/Ottawa Centre Cup, co-sponsored by my office + @yasirnaqvicdn.bsky.social. Working collaboratively to rebuild this court was one of the most meaningful and fun projects I have ever participated in. This is such an amazing community.15 Aug 2026 18:35 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt5ctqhz5c2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mt4qdnfw7s27With a week till nominations close for the Oct 26 municipal election, there are several wards where the candidate is unopposed. I think this speaks to 1) the toxic political climate, 2) the inadequate compensation for hours worked, and 3) general burnout. Still, this is bad for democracy.15 Aug 2026 13:04 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt4qdnfw7s27https://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mt2ggcwboc2fWe need to talk about money in municipal politics. I refuse to take money from developers and my campaign is funded entirely by people like you and me. Will you pitch in? Troster2026.ca/donate14 Aug 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2ggcwboc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msywxifdgs2yWe had such a great time knocking doors on Gilmour and MacLaren tonight. Our movement for a better city keeps growing, with new volunteers joining the team every day. Join us! Sign up for a canvass at Troster2026.ca/shifts.14 Aug 2026 00:52 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msywxifdgs2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msxmn6t4k22tThe lightning last night was WILD. I have never seen so many flashes so close together. Amazed that we didn’t lose power in Centretown.13 Aug 2026 12:14 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxmn6t4k22thttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msxmi63lrc2tJoin us tonight! Sign up at Troster2026.ca/shifts [contains quote post or other embedded content]13 Aug 2026 12:11 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxmi63lrc2thttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msvcbmjb7c2mI received three reports this morning of white supremacist posters that were spotted in the Golden Triangle and near the Museum of Nature. We have alerted bylaw and police and I will personally tear down any that I see. Hate has no home here.12 Aug 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msvcbmjb7c2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mstenliibs2jSometimes the province stops us from doing the things that we know will make our city better. But you can count on me to fight for you, whether it means confronting the provincial government or finding workarounds.11 Aug 2026 19:41 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mstenliibs2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mst45bds5k2xCome canvass on Thursday and then join us for a patio social at the Royal Oak (nachos on us!). Sign up at Troster2026.ca/shifts.11 Aug 2026 17:08 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mst45bds5k2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mssmdvg6fc2nLast night I knocked on a door and when it opened, two men were surrounded by rainbow feathers, in the midst of sewing their elaborate Pride outfits. Never change, Centretown. https://static.klipy.com/ii/4e7bea9f7a3371424e6c16ebc93252fe/28/88/0kmB8mfg8osOwQ.gif?hh=498&ww=498&mp4=KyChKQrvGz9bq&webm=c0Q9rJ5as8stxN4vy11 Aug 2026 12:26 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssmdvg6fc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mssl6ievtk2nYou often hear from me about the big things, but every day, our team helps resolve dozens of little problems. From garbage pickup, to traffic calming, to housing help, the Ward 14 team is here for you. Don’t hesitate to get in touch: Ariel.Troster@ottawa.ca or (613) 580-2484.11 Aug 2026 12:05 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssl6ievtk2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msq6xzlfpc2gThe current state of my garage … Signs go up in one month — have you ordered yours yet? Reserve your sign at Troster2026.ca/sign (we deliver!)10 Aug 2026 13:21 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msq6xzlfpc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msoepvwmnc2iThree chances to knock doors with us this week and Thursday’s canvass ends with a patio social (nachos on us!). We are building a movement for a better city, one door at a time. This is a great way to meet new friends and get to know your neighbours. Sign up at Troster2026.ca/shifts09 Aug 2026 19:59 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msoepvwmnc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msnlh4begc22This week’s canvass schedule is up at Troster2026.ca/shifts — join us!09 Aug 2026 12:26 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msnlh4begc22https://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mslzcu4nlc2gThe best way to end homelessness is to stop it before it starts. I will advocate for a housing acquisition fund and a city rent bank, so people can stay in their homes. Housing is a human right.08 Aug 2026 21:29 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mslzcu4nlc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mslour2o4k2wMy reward for canvassing three hours in the heat is going to the Cat Video Fest at the @bytownecinema.bsky.social this afternoon.08 Aug 2026 18:22 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mslour2o4k2whttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3mslofaj7a22wDiane joined us to canvass in Centretown for the first time today and said she had a great time meeting neighbours and taking the pulse of the neighbourhood. You can sign up to volunteer at Troster2026.ca/shifts. It takes a village to build a better city ❤️08 Aug 2026 18:14 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mslofaj7a22whttps://bsky.app/profile/arieltroster.com/post/3msinljbfes2lSometimes you make a random video by the pool with no makeup on and chip dust on your chest and people seem to like it … lesson learned. Authenticity rules, and you want more pools for the people 🙌07 Aug 2026 13:21 +0000at://did:plc:phod2o7bz2lycc42sqtwhubx/app.bsky.feed.post/3msinljbfes2l