check out our election toolkit - campaign 1This election is a critical time for advocates from across Canada to take action to let candidates and political parties know that you care about Canada’s role in the world and the fight to end global poverty. Check out our election toolkit for more information on how to engage throughout the election period.
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engage with your candidates - campaign 1Whether or not you can vote, it’s important for you to find out who all is running to be your local Member of Parliament and build relationships with them. Your local candidates need to hear from you about the issues you care about (like international development!), why it’s important (to end extreme poverty!), and what […]
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attend a forum and ask questions - Campaign 1Throughout the election, community centres, libraries, universities and school will host local all-candidates' debates, where representatives from all parties will debate their priorities and respond to voters’ questions. This is a great opportunity to ask your local candidates about Canadian global leadership and international assistance. Check out the candidate websites and social media accounts to […]
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raise awareness - Campaign 1write a letter to the editor Did you know that a news outlet’s opinion section is often the most frequently read? Importantly, letters in your local paper will be read by your candidates so they can learn what constituents are thinking about different issues. It’s a great (and free!) opportunity to show how people in […]
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