Lobbying Toolkit – Contact the Politicians
The government has made a commitment to poverty reduction. And all of the political parties in the Ontario Legislature voted in favour of poverty reduction legislation.
They can now demonstrate their commitment - by setting up a Review process that results in a social assistance system that actually helps to reduce poverty.
Tell the decision-makers that the Social Assistance Review must be bold and broad.
Here’s how:
Urge Premier McGuinty, Minister Meilleur, and Minister Matthews to create a bold and broad Social Assistance Review.
All you have to do is insert your personalized comments, add your name and address, and click the Submit button. We’ll do all the rest!
2) Get in touch with your own MPP
Write him or her a letter or meet with him or her in person.
Your Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) is your representative at Queen’s Park. He or she has a duty to listen to your views and respond appropriately.
The more local MPPs hear the message about the Social Assistance Review, the more likely the government will be to take action.
3) Write your own e-mail or letter
Send it to the Premier, the Minister of Community and Social Services, and the Minister Responsible for Poverty Reduction.
A personalized letter or e-mail about an issue is always received well by politicians.
Taking the time to send one shows that you really care about an issue – so politicians are even more likely to listen.
