Wednesday, October 21, 2009

International Day of Climate Action - October 24

This Saturday is the International Day of Climate Action. Check out 350.org to find out what events are happening in the 514. You can also write your MP, the PM and any other important person you might think of to tell them to take climate change seriously.

A letter sent to the PM in support of climate action day:

Mr. Prime Minister,

Canada has been a world leader in human rights thanks to it's progressive social services. However, the missing link to make Canada a guiding light for all countries to follow is a commitment to environmental protection. To correct this, Canada must recognize environmental protection and environmental sustainability as a human right. A commitment on firm targets to reduced Canada's GHG emissions in Copenhagen will enable Canada to re-assume it's leadership on human rights, including the rights of the environment.

Based on many press articles I have read, the Canadian Government is trying to lower expectations regarding the Copenhagen negotiations. This is unacceptable and represents a defeatist attitude. How can Canadians be inspired to consider the environment as essential to the protection of human rights at home and abroad, when their government refuses to do so. Where is the political courage?

The federal government is representing Canada internationally, therefore the international community will judge all Canadians based on your actions in Copenhagen. The actions of the federal government will have a trickle down effect to other levels of government and to the citizens themselves. If the federal government does not set an example by committing to a reduction of GHG emissions, it will be harder for other levels of government and citizens to become motivated. This will delay and complicate the work that must be done to mitigate the risks of climate change.

This December may be a defining moment in human history and for Canada. Every Prime Minister desires a legacy; this is your chance.

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