brianpeiris

Thanks for the non-AMP link. Though my understanding is that the past concerns about AMP have been resolved now that it has moved to an open-source project under the OpenJS Foundation. Is there still reason to avoid AMP?

I just lean towards it being a scam. I did some searching as well and couldn't identify the organization behind "Voter Research Services". If it was legitimate, they'd make that information readily available on some website. I think text message scammers consider it valuable information to find out if there is actually a person behind a phone number, so if they are scammers, even your first reply validated your number as a target for future unrelated scams.

I like this take. When I read some of Dan's concerning posts, I see someone who is really not used to working with others, not someone who is actively malicious

Oof, I wasn't aware of this. Thanks for the link. The sub-linked open letter about his behaviour towards others is particularly concerning: https://dansup-open-letter.github.io/appendix/#behaviour

I'm still a bit torn, because I think Pixelfed (the software) is still worth supporting, but we can let more of the community decide. Ultimately the Lemmy.ca/Fedecan representative would have to decide anyway.

Looks like Ryan is applying to be a registered charity. The gofundme should qualify for tax receipts after that.

https://tinytinyhomes.ca/
https://www.youtube.com/@tinytinyhomes
https://www.instagram.com/tinytinyhomestoronto

I'm not aware of Canadian instances. /u/otter mentioned recently that Fedecan may setup a Pixelfed instance next: https://lemmy.ca/post/25251642/13926523

Thanks for staying on top of it. Glad to hear you're moving to a better situation!

Hey, have you actually read the article? I'd also highly suggest you watch the two videos included as well.

DM me. I can transfer some money to keep you afloat for a few days.

Edit: I've transferred some money to flyweather. Should help with food at the very least, but they're still looking for work.

Realistically we need to do both. $7,500 in cash is not going to solve the affordable housing shortage. Give them a roof over their heads for shelter, warmth, hygiene, privacy, security, autonomy, electricity for charging a phone. The psychological benefits alone seem huge to me. It would allow some of them to climb one or two rungs out of their situation. As you've said even a rental may not be guaranteed with $7,500 in cash. A tiny home guarantees a lot immediately, and it is a sustained investment that will last the lifetime of the home. I 100% agree that a basic income is proven to be beneficial. It doesn't mean we stop doing everything else that we can. I'm sure you know the issue isn't a lack of means, it's a lack of will. If this helps in the short term, that's great. If you also want to fight for basic income in the long term I will also support you in that. It's not a zero sum game.

Since the article didn't link to it, here's the website: https://tinytinyhomes.ca/