WE the People
Governance – Ethics – Empowerment
Why would we start a governance page with an empowerment chart?
Simply put, knowledge is power so learning about the governance of your city, province and/or country is necessary if you want to create change that will support healthy communities, healthy families and a healthy future for all.
You may not have grow up learning about government systems, politics or voting but it is never to late to learn something new….and even though learning about governance may not sound like a subject you want to give your time to, the result that you will likely experience from gaining this knowledge will not only be empowering, but could lead your life in directions you would have never previously considered!
Political Scorecards Canada (PSC)
Putting Transparency and Accountability Back into Politics
It is likely that you are aware of how valuable Political Scorecards are for the Political Process. We can all have an impact on our Politicians by being clear about our expectations. Politicians are our “employees” and we need them to be transparent and accountable.
Ways to get involved with Political Scorecards Canada:
- Take the Peoples Pledge and be part of the process
- Inform yourself of where your Politicians stand – view their scorecard HERE
- Take a screenshot of your politician’s scorecard, share it on social media, talk about it with your friends, family & neighbors
- If sharing on social media, include this 12 minute video that explains the scorecards
- Report elected representative’s performance (good or bad) – submit a report HERE
- NEW – Complete the Election Integrity survey
PSC can now also be found on:
X at: @ScorecardCanda
FaceBook at: @PoliticalScorecardsCanada
Municipal Government
Taking Action at a Municipal Level
Understanding Your municipal/Local Government
Municipal governments are local elected authorities. They include cities, towns and villages, and rural (county) or metropolitan municipalities. They are created by the provinces and territories to provide services that are best managed under local control; from waste disposal and public transit to fire services, policing, community centres and libraries. A municipal government’s revenue is raised largely from property taxes and provincial grants. Reference: The Canadian Encyclopedia.
Participating in Local Council Meetings
Aurora, ON – Joel Sussman Spoke to 15 Minute Cities
campbell river – HPOA (Bill 36) & healthcare in BC
COAP – Local Actions in the cowichan valley
Organizations taking local action
kiclei
Citizens Oversight & Accountability Project (COAP)
KELOWNA CITIZENS SAFETY ASSOCIATION
provincial government
how to start a riding association
bc bills explained at townhalls across bc
comox, bc
coombs, bc
victoria, bc
BC TOWNHALLS 2024 Initiative
BCTOWNHALLS2024 operate as a self-funded, non-partisan organization, independent of political and activist groups, dedicated to transparency and inclusivity. They are committed to revitalizing the tradition of face-to-face dialogue in a digital era. Their vision is a community where each voice is not only heard but respected, fostering unity, understanding, and informed decision-making. By organizing live, moderated town-hall discussions on vital issues, they enable citizens to engage critically with experts, officials, and one another in a neutral, respectful setting.
Are you interested in starting a townhall or townhome in your community?
Email info@BCTownhalls2024.ca and the central guidance team will provide the help and support you need to create a successful event.
Watch & Share Previous Townhalls
To find out more about Bills recently passed in BC, visit BC TownHalls 2024 REPLAYS
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
The three functions of the Legislative Assembly are to:
Learn about the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
freedom of information request
A Freedom of Information (FOI) request gives you the right to access records held by the government.
This FOI training video will provide step-by-step details for submitting a FOI request in BC.
- Identify the public body
- Prepare your request
- Submit your request
- Pay the application fee
- Await response
- Review decision
- Appeal to the OIPC
NOTE: The FOI library has merged with Canadian Covid Care Alliance. Updates coming soon.
Building a relationship with your mla
make a phone call
send an email
write a letter
federal government
Building a relationship with your member of parliament (MP)
A Member of Parliament (MP) is a representative elected by Canadian voters. It is an MP’s responsibility to listen to the needs and concerns of their constituents. Ultimately, MP’s work for you and they want to hear from you!
make a phone call
send an email
write a letter
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