John Chenery · [email protected]

June 30, 2021 at 6:23 PM

Electoral urgency.

  Hi Friend, Like me, you’ve probably seen media reports that the Liberal Party has declared “electoral urgency” to speed up its election preparations. The latest news is that the Prime Minister will send voters to the polls in the fall. All this speculation puts a lot of pressure on our party’…

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  Sam Dent · [email protected]

June 30, 2021 at 3:24 AM

Impact.

  Hi Friend, Electing Greens makes all the difference. Not only do they move our country towards progressive policies to launch a green recovery, complete the social safety net and forges a just society, their presence — at any level in Canada — paves the way for even more Greens in Ottawa. The…

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  Sonia Berlima · [email protected]

June 29, 2021 at 7:51 PM

Let’s Zoom into this election campaign

  Hi Friend, I’ve had some time to reflect on campaigning during COVID-19. And, as the federal election buzz gets louder and louder, I want to share with you my biggest takeaway: physical distancing changes everything we know about campaigning. Door knocking  Rallies Meet and greets  …

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  Emily Fearon · [email protected]

June 28, 2021 at 7:57 PM

When it counts

  Hello Friend, We’re inching ever closer to the crucial summer fundraising deadline. How much we raise in the next few days will determine how much momentum we have going into a possible early fall election. Political pundits, the other parties, and especially the media are paying attention. …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

June 26, 2021 at 11:07 PM

The numbers

  Hi Friend, Thousands of volunteers are building up our Green campaigns now so we’re ready come fall. With your help, we can give local ridings the tools they’ll need to win over Canada’s voters with our daring climate and social policies. $5 = trained volunteers in your community That’s more…

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

June 25, 2021 at 9:07 PM

Does this look right?

  Hi Friend, Now that we’re halfway through the year, and rapidly approaching a possible election, we wanted to send your contribution record and ask if you would consider doubling your impact. NAME: Friend 2021 DONATION TOTAL:  $0.00 SUGGESTED TOP UP: $10.00 THIS LOOKS RIGHT Something’s off? …

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  Deirdre O'Beirne-Rosaeg · [email protected]

June 24, 2021 at 8:08 PM

This is worth reading

  Hi Friend, When I read this email from my colleague Phil, I was reminded of the passion that got me into Green politics in the first place. It began with the Green Party of Ireland and now the Irish Greens are part of a successful coalition government. When there are elected Greens, there is …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

June 23, 2021 at 8:09 PM

That special time.

  Hey there Friend, Yes, it’s that special time of the year when the Green Party deluges supporters like you with fundraising emails.  And yes, we know we fill up your inbox. We know other organizations are asking for your money and attention too. We know this because we’re like you! There are …

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  Phil Desrosiers · [email protected]

June 22, 2021 at 8:09 PM

Where there are Greens

  Hey there Friend, In Prince Edward Island, the Green Party official opposition just pushed through Canada’s first provincial plan to permanently end food insecurity. In New Brunswick, Green MLAs are steadfast in calling for the full implementation of all calls to action from the final report …

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

June 21, 2021 at 10:44 PM

Decriminalization. Safe supply. Support.

Hi Friend, The federal government still insists on treating drug use and addiction as a criminal matter. The reality is, addiction is a health issue and criminalization is a key contributor to opioid-related deaths. Opioid-related deaths are at record highs, with 18 people dying each day…

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  Emily Fearon · [email protected]

June 5, 2021 at 10:48 PM

Needed: Climate Leaders

  Hi Friend, I’ll cut right to the chase. Did you know that making a donation to the GPC directly funds our efforts to elect Green climate leaders? Give today! For Canadian Environment Week, Green MPs repeated their calls for a national ban on extraction through fracking. Right now, old-growth …

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

June 2, 2021 at 9:42 AM

My family’s story.

Hi Friend, My father died one year ago.  He was a resident in a long-term care (LTC) facility in Ontario and, like so many deaths in LTC during the pandemic, his was avoidable. Much of the care of LTC residents is done by their families; facilities are frequently understaffed, and loved o…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

June 2, 2021 at 2:23 AM

, we must demand change.

Hi Friend, My father died one year ago.  He was a resident in a long-term care (LTC) facility in Ontario and, like so many deaths in LTC during the pandemic, his was avoidable. Much of the care of LTC residents is done by their families; facilities are frequently understaffed, and loved o…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

May 18, 2021 at 1:33 AM

Take action for students

Hello Friend, I see it in my community, and I know it’s happening across the country. The pandemic has hit students hard. 207,000 people in Canada lost their jobs last month, and almost half were youth. As the summer job season begins, pandemic restrictions and lockdowns are still in pla…

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  Elizabeth May · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 10:48 PM

They said it could never happen – and then it did!

  Dear Friend, It was 10 years ago this week that the voters of Saanich–Gulf Islands made the historic choice to send me to Parliament as Canada’s first Green MP. People said that a Green could never be elected under the first-past-the-post system. They said that we were too idealistic, too new…

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  Deirdre O'Beirne-Rosaeg · [email protected]

April 24, 2021 at 6:35 PM

Our chance of a lifetime.

  Hi Friend, I hope you’re well. I wanted to share this email from Annamie Paul with you. The message was sent before Earth Day, and to be honest, I was moved by her words. Everything she said was exactly right. We have the chance of a lifetime for a Green Recovery that includes an ambitious cl…

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  Corey Shefman · [email protected]

April 23, 2021 at 9:39 PM

We’re on our way!

  Hi Friend, Many thanks to Greens across Canada and the many residents in Toronto Centre who joined us virtually yesterday to kick off Annamie’s bid to win her seat in Parliament!   Watch this video with tributes from friends and supporters to celebrate Annamie’s campaign launch: Friend, last…

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 11:39 PM

This Earth Day

  Friend, This Earth Day is a watershed moment. Fifty-one years ago on this day, and every year since then, millions of people in Canada and around the world have rallied to demand better protection for the environment. This is the year that we can respect those demands by launching a post-pand…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 12:19 AM

Our chance of a lifetime.

Friend, On this Earth Day 2021, we stand at a crossroads. The need for urgent climate action cannot be overstated. Scientists continue to warn about the accelerating pace of global warming, and Canada still does not have a climate plan bold enough to do our part to halt rising global tem…

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  Corey Shefman · [email protected]

April 16, 2021 at 3:27 AM

You’re invited April 22nd: Annamie’s campaign launch

  Hi Friend, Thursday, April 22 is Earth Day. And, this Earth Day, Greens across Canada are coming together to support our leader Annamie Paul to get elected so that she can champion a Green Recovery in Parliament! As you know, Annamie will be running in Toronto Centre in the next federal elec…

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  John Chenery · [email protected]

April 2, 2021 at 2:24 AM

We did it.

  Friend, I can’t tell you how grateful I am. We asked for your help, and you stepped up. We received almost 20,000 donations in the first quarter of this year. Thanks to you, we were able to surpass our end-of-quarter fundraising goal. Your support means we can invest now in laying the groundw…

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  John Chenery · [email protected]

March 31, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Counting on you, Friend

  There could be an election this spring. This is our most important fundraising deadline yet, and we still need to raise $38,000 by midnight to meet our goal.  Chip in today Hi Friend, I’m going to ask you for your support today. But before I do, let me tell you why.   Annamie is ru…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

March 30, 2021 at 9:07 PM

Our record speaks for itself.

Hello Friend, Decisive climate action for a Green Recovery. Affordable housing for all. A Guaranteed Livable Income. Universal long-term care, pharmacare and post-secondary education. Decriminalisation and a safe supply. These are just some of the cr…

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  Emily Fearon · [email protected]

March 29, 2021 at 10:53 PM

Don’t forget, Friend

  Hi Friend, I’m sure you’ve heard the rumours that an election could be called this spring. We need to be ready. Right now, we’re raising funds for our strongest campaign yet, and there are less than 3 days left to reach the goal we’ve set! You can help us get ready. Your donation record 202…

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

March 27, 2021 at 8:32 PM

Reminder: make a pledge for Earth Hour tonight!

  Hi Friend, Across Canada, we are coming together to make a pledge for the planet! So far, over 750 Greens have committed to taking action: volunteering, writing to MPs, donating, learning and spreading the word. This is your reminder that tonight is Earth Hour – what a great way to make a di…

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  Meghan Dubeau · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 7:58 PM

Our most important deadline yet

  There could be an election in as little as 3 months. Our fundraising numbers are a fraction of what the other parties are receiving. That means the March 31 fundraising deadline is our most crucial one yet. SUPPORT TODAY Hi Friend, I’ve been so inspired by what I’ve seen in the last few mo…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

March 25, 2021 at 8:57 PM

It's time to get ready

Hello Friend, It is looking more likely each week: we may be in an election sooner rather than later. With the federal budget coming next month and vaccines rolling out, rumours are that a general election could be called as soon as April.  A pandemic is not the time for an election, but …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

March 25, 2021 at 6:36 AM

How will you join in, Friend?

  Hi Friend, As Greens, we never lose sight of climate action. Especially with the season turning and signs of spring everywhere, it’s hard not to think about nature and protecting our planet! So we’re sending out the call: let’s come together and make a pledge for the planet as a way to conne…

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  Dana Taylor · [email protected]

March 24, 2021 at 7:36 PM

Election buzz means we need to get busy

  Hi Friend, This time next week, the Green Party will start building our action plan for a possible spring election. As you are one of our loyal supporters, I wanted to fill you in on a few of the topics the party will be focusing on: Connecting Annamie with Canadians from coast to coast to c…

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  Deirdre O'Beirne-Rosaeg · [email protected]

March 19, 2021 at 7:50 PM

I want to make sure you didn’t miss this!

Hi Friend, I hope you’re well. Have you seen the Green Party’s latest campaign calling for action on housing affordability and homelessness? We’re urging the government to officially recognize these two crises. We’re demanding immediate action so more people don’t lose their homes. Annami…

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  Meghan Dubeau · [email protected]

March 17, 2021 at 7:56 PM

The road ahead

  Dear Friend, Our grassroots party has always done politics differently. We’re out there in our communities,  connecting with our neighbours, talking about their concerns and learning how we can work together to make Canada a more just and caring society. With a federal election looking ever m…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

March 15, 2021 at 7:34 PM

Canada’s housing crisis.

Hello Friend, Across Canada, too many people are struggling to find a home – or to keep the home they have. The pandemic has compounded pre-existing problems such as precarious work and poverty, leading to housing insecurity and homelessness. It’s time for the federal government to confr…

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  Sonia Berlima · [email protected]

March 13, 2021 at 9:37 PM

Did you see this post?

  Hello Friend, I’m often on social media — following the news, tracking trends, reading what Green members and supporters are saying. I keep thinking about this recent post from International Women’s Day on March 8. Have you seen it? Women are underrepresented at the highest levels of politic…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

February 6, 2021 at 1:53 AM

Time to run.

Dear Friend, I want you to tell me who you think would be the best person to represent your community in Parliament. The Green Party is looking for talented people who believe in bold, progressive politics to run for a seat in Parliament. Step up It’s time for diverse representation. L…

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  Paul Manly · [email protected]

January 15, 2021 at 11:22 PM

We need urgent action.

  Hello, Did you see Annamie Paul’s email from earlier this week, ? Greens are demanding that the Prime Minister work with the provinces, territories and health experts to end the thousands of avoidable deaths in Canada’s long-term care homes (LTC). Almost 6,000 people have already signed on to…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

January 14, 2021 at 12:57 AM

This is a crisis.

  Dear Friend, There is no easy way to say this. The deaths in Canada’s long-term care homes amount to a humanitarian crisis.  Thousands of loved ones died in the first wave, and hundreds more have died in the second. And we cannot wait any longer for the federal government to step in. This is…

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  Meghan Dubeau · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 2:11 AM

I’ll be honest, i’m worried...

  Hi Friend, Did you happen to see Emily’s email from earlier today? Last night was a bit of a sleepless night Friend. I was tallying up what we’ve raised so far to help us in an upcoming spring election and we’re not quite where we need to be.  I know we’ve asked many times before, but what we…

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  Emily Fearon · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 8:13 PM

You're almost out of time! Don’t miss out.

    This is it! It’s your last chance to give before the new year, Friend, We’re just a few hours away from the end of 2020 – any donations received after midnight TONIGHT will not be eligible for the tax credit of up to 75 per cent come spring. Don’t let time run out and miss this opportunit…

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  Elizabeth May · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 10:52 PM

The greatest threat

  Dear Friend, With 2020 drawing to a close, I don’t think any of us will miss it! As Greens, we never took our eye off the ball. Even during COVID-19, the climate emergency continues to demand our attention.  2020 saw the horrific forest fires in the western US, dramatically shrinking Arctic i…

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  Melanie Snow · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 9:46 PM

Flash Survey! Let us know your thoughts.

  Hi Friend, I hope you’re enjoying your holiday season and are making the most of this time of the year.  As the new year rolls in, we’d like to hear from you on your top priorities for the Green Party of Canada in 2021. Do you have a couple of minutes to take a quick survey? Take the survey!…

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  Meghan Dubeau · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 12:52 AM

It’s almost that time of year again.

  Hi Friend, I know this is a busy time of year, so I won’t take much of your time. At the GPC, we’re counting down to the end of 2020 (aren’t we all) and looking forward to a fresh year and all it brings. There are just three days left before this year comes to an end, and that means there ar…

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  Paul Manly · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 7:11 PM

Lessons learned in unprecedented times

  Dear Friend, As 2020 comes to a close I have been reflecting on what we’ve learned. It is painfully obvious that our social safety net was not up to the challenges we faced this year. Before the pandemic hit we had too many Canadians who were falling through the cracks, and the pandemic made …

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  Jenica Atwin · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 2:32 AM

We must do more

  Dear Friend, We all look forward to a day when there are more than three Greens in parliament. However, I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity on our small team to serve as the critic on so many important files. It has been an honour and a privilege to fight for equality as the critic …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 1:30 AM

Happy Holidays, Greens!

  Happy Holidays, Friend, We hope you’re able to make the most of this most unusual festive season. Stay warm and, above all, please stay safe!  What are your favourite winter traditions and pastimes? Hot chocolate or tea? A new book or an old movie? Sitting by a fireplace or tobogganing? A co…

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  Sam Dent · [email protected]

December 17, 2020 at 8:00 PM

How Greens are the best.

  Hi Friend, How are Greens the best? Let me count the ways!  Despite unprecedented hardship, Greens have rallied together with gusto! We’re known for showing up when it really counts. We are resilient and come together for our shared Green values. Greens are adaptable. We put on a successful …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

December 13, 2020 at 7:21 PM

I think we can all agree this isn’t worth it.

  Hello Friend, It was always a bad idea. Now the Trudeau government’s decision to spend $4.5 billion on the Trans Mountain pipeline (TMX) looks even worse. The case against pipelines based on science, the climate emergency, the knowledge of Land Protectors and our need to halt global warming …

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 8:13 PM

What Will You Give?

  Hello Friend, Despite the hardships in 2020, Greens have a lot to celebrate this year! Supporters like you give so much to our movement through volunteering, donating and spreading our message! Thank you for all you do. On this Giving Tuesday you can help spread glad tidings as we look towar…

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  Green Party of Canada · [email protected]

November 27, 2020 at 12:41 AM

Join me in taking action to protect Canadians.

  Hi Friend, A national emergency requires a national strategy, and the pandemic is no exception. We are living through a second wave with record daily case numbers all around the country. As we head into the holiday season, it is time for us to respect the advice of medical experts who are ca…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 11:12 PM

What we accomplish together.

  Hello Friend, Last night’s results in our by-election proved that people are ready for real change and believe that the Green Party of Canada can deliver it. Even though we did not win, I will continue to be their champion and for Greens all across Canada. I can’t thank you enough for your s…

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  Annamie Paul · [email protected]

October 22, 2020 at 11:43 PM

Will you help send me to Ottawa?

  Dear Friend, What a thrilling few weeks! I want to thank you for trusting me with this leadership role. You have my sincere commitment to you and to our shared Green values.  Even before the leadership contest ended, I jumped into election mode by seeking to represent Toronto Centre in the O…

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