Apparently Canadians didn’t get the message. Turnout during advanced voting broke records, and the polls are changing fast. People like you are changing this election.
In the last days before the the election it all come down to this: who can bring the most friends on May 2nd?
This kit is designed for one thing: to help Canadians like you, from all across the country, rally the vote during the final days of this election. People will vote when they think it will make a difference, and when they have the information they need to be comfortable.
Change your photo today to you holding a sign/writing on your hand saying the issue you care about the most, e.g. "May 2 - I'm voting for the environment."
Our stories are powerful. Write a note about why you are voting. Talk about why it matters to you - the issues that matter to you, the change you want. Tag your friends in the note, and invite them to join in by linking to www.votesocial.ca
Make a list of your friends who may be on the fence about voting. Call them and share your story about why you are voting. Offer to give them info about how they can vote (we've got you covered), and ask them to join you in voting on May 2nd. Then, ask them to call 5 friends and do the same. Remind them to bring ID!
Write notes on 5 of your friends’ walls. Let them know why you're voting, invite them to join you, and link to www.votesocial.ca. Remind them to bring ID!
Get a group together and all phone 5 of your friends! Sign up above and we'll send you some tips on how to make this work well.
Facebook Status: say what you’re voting for, or who you’re dedicating your vote to, e.g.
Send an SMS to 5 (or more!) of your friends on election day and ask them to pass it on. Say why you’re voting and add info on how to vote. Remind them to bring ID!
Example: This election’s so close! I’m voting today [your reason]. Info on how at www.vote.ca. Don’t forget ID! Pass this on to 5 friends or more!
Invite 2 or 3 friends with you to the polls on May 2nd. Offer to buy everyone donuts.
Celebrate our democracy on election night. Pub, party or even just pizza. You know what to do.
The best way to encourage others to vote is to share your story - tell them why you’re voting.
Then be ready to answer these questions:
| It's easier than you think. Here's what you need to know about voting this election. |
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Find your poll:
Bring Identification:
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| Be a part of our democracy. |
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There are countless reasons to vote:
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| None of the parties appeal to me. Why should I care? |
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Fair Enough.Vote for issues instead. Check out party platforms using the Vote Compass, or check out how parties are responding to the issues that Canadians care about using Leadnow’s Party Positions. Get informed and vote for the party that best addresses the issues that matter to you. Where can I find out more about the parties and their leaders?
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| Without a doubt, it will. |
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Yes, this election is going to be close. In some places it will come down to just a few votes. In other places, your vote will help fund the party you support. Join a community of people who are coming together to speak with one strong voice. Check out Leadnow’s Declaration for Change - an open letter to the next Parliament calling for political cooperation to make progress on some key challenges our society faces today. |
| It’s okay! None of us have PhDs in Canadian politics. |
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Where can I learn more?There are a many awesome resources that can help you easily see where political parties stand on the issues you care about. Here are a couple: Decision Canada Promise Tracker: http://www.canada.com/news/decision-canada/promises.html Leadnow’s Declaration for Change: http://www.leadnow.ca/en/party-positions |
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