Grew up in the 16-bit generation and loved it but every time I fire up a retro emulator I can’t get past the graphics. Some things are just better off as memories.

Looks amazing. I just purchased one based on your recommendation

The County Bounty: Made in Ontario, pays a living wage, woman-owned, supports Indigenous initiatives.

They make delicious sodas, iced teas, and sparkling water.

https://www.thecountybounty.com/

The Fediverse is a confusing concept. I’m a giant nerd and even I don’t really understand how this is supposed to work. Centralized platforms provide a more straightforward user experience. And as others have said, that’s where the content is right now.

It’s become increasingly difficult to find French teachers.

Not Canadian, but German: posteo.de for email. One euro a month, very focused on privacy, and you can get a posteo.ca address (as well as many others). Been using them for years and very happy with them.