Representatives across Canada encourage their constituents to voice concerns and highlight issues. Speaking up is one of the most effective ways to influence decision-makers and protect what matters.
Contacting your MLA/MP isn’t as difficult or daunting as you might imagine. Follow these 3 simple steps to give wildlife a voice when it needs it the most.
Provincial MLA – British Columbia:
Use the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia's “Find My MLA” tool:
Provincial MLA – Alberta:
Use the Legislative Assembly of Alberta’s MLA Lookup Tool:
www.assembly.ab.ca/members/members-of-the-legislative-assembly
Federal MP – All Provinces:
Use the “Find Your MP” tool on the Parliament of Canada website. Search by postal code:
Subject Line:
Be specific. Examples: “Request for Wildlife Protection Measures Under Bill C-5” or “Concern Regarding Habitat Loss in My Constituency”
Salutation:
Use their official title, such as:
“The Honourable [First Last], MLA” or “MP [First Last]”
Body of Message:
Introduce yourself: Your name, where you live, and your connection to the region.
State your concern: Be clear about the issue, ideally with local examples. Describe the impact on wildlife, ecosystems, or your community.
Call to action: State your desired outcome (e.g., investigate, advocate, support a particular policy).
Offer support: Let them know you’re available to provide more information or resources.
Closing:
Thank them for their time and consideration. Include your contact information (address & postal code)
Be respectful - Even when passionate, maintain a professional tone
Be factual - Claims should be evidence-based, backed by science
Keep it concise - Aim for 3-5 short paragraphs
Send a follow-up - If you don’t hear back in 2-3 weeks
Personalize your message - Individual emails carry far more weight than prefilled form letters
By speaking up, you’re helping to ensure that decisions made in government reflect the values of Canadians who care deeply about wildlife, ecosystems, and responsible environmental stewardship.
