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Action alert! (For complete story, see: http://www.panna.org/resources/panups/panup_20021115.dv.html) Action Minister André Boisclair
Prime Minister Bernard Landry
Mr. Jean Charest Mr. Mario Dumont (Please also CC your own government representatives.) *Sample Letter* Dear Minister Boisclair, The announcement that certain pesticides would be banned in Quebec in three years, and that this ban would extend to private properties, sent a wave through Canada and across the world. It is encouraging to note that children will be protected as soon as the Pesticide Management Code is adopted, by banning synthetic pesticides from schools, daycares, public lands. The decision to remove pesticides from the shelves in stores and to have low impact pesticides sold from behind a counter is remarkable. I thank you for this courageous deed that will have generations to come thanking you for your wisdom and foresight. I hope that my government will show that same responsibility towards my family as you have shown all Quebecois! Bravo! It is not surprising to note that Industry has threatened your government with Chapter 11 of NAFTA. This is a good time to meet the problem head on and get rid of Chapter 11. Thank you for your firm stand against this unwarranted threat. We support you on your upcoming ban in Quebec and your strong position to protect human health. You have shown that obstacles should not be used as an excuse to do nothing! I hope that my government will have the good sense to follow your lead. Thank you. Yours sincerely, <your name and address>
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