March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Migrants in Canada face a lot of abuse because we don’t have permanent resident status. We are essential, yet excluded from basic rights and services. We are separated from our families and denied equal access to care. We build this country, but are blamed and punished for government policy failures in housing, healthcare, and affordability. It’s not fair!
This weekend – before the next election is called – we are uniting against racism and calling on the new Immigration Minister, Rachel Bendayan, and the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, to 1) Stop the unfair cuts to immigration, and 2) Grant permanent resident status for all.
As migrant workers, our voices are powerful when we unite! Let’s come together and get louder for our rights.
Here’s an important message for you from MWAC member, Casius:
🤔 Is it safe to call?
This action is 100% risk-free, but it’s totally normal to feel nervous if you haven’t taken this kind of action before! Calling the Minister is private, and your call will not be traced. Your boss or immigration official will never know that you called, and taking action will not risk your job or immigration status in any way.
Still not sure if it’s okay for you to make a call? No problem! Keep reading for other safe actions you can take, or contact Kit on WhatsApp at 905-324-2840.
📞 How do I call and make my voice heard?
Here are 3 options to use your voice:
- Call Minister Bendayan at 613-995-7691
- Send a WhatsApp voice note with your message to MWAC farmworker organizer, Kit, at 905-324-2840. We will call the Minister and play your message.
- Send a message to PM Carney using the action form below, or tap this link to make your voice heard.
Which action will you take to win change? Why not try 2 of them, or even all 3! Don’t forget to ask a friend to join you!
🗣️ What do I say when I call?
- My name is [your name] and I live in [your city].
- I am calling for Immigration Minister Rachel Bendayan.
- I am calling on the Minister to STOP the cuts to immigration and stop blaming migrants for the crises in housing, healthcare, and affordability. Migrants are the ones who feed Canadians, build homes, and care for communities.
- I am also calling on the Minister to grant permanent status for ALL migrants – including those currently in the country and those who will arrive in the future.
- A fair society is one with equal rights and that’s only possible with permanent resident status for all.
- [Add anything else about why you support status for all, or how you have been impacted by immigration cuts – optional]
- Thank you
📝 How do I contact the Prime Minister?
Use this safe and easy action form to send a message. Your name and other personal information will not be shared with anybody else. This action will not put your job or immigration status at risk in any way.
