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Have you already signed the Turn Debt Into Hope online petition? Wonderful. As we enter the final stretch of the Jubilee 2025 campaign, ORCIE is launching one final coordinated effort to translate broad public support into meaningful political action.

From Global Petition to Parliamentary Action

The Turn Debt Into Hope parliamentary paper petition is the next strategic phase of our debt justice work. Building on more than 60,000 public signatures gathered globally, this petition enables Members of Parliament to formally present the issue in the House of Commons—bringing the global debt crisis directly into federal political discourse.

From January to April 2026, our goal is to create sustained visibility by encouraging 10–15 MPs to table the petition throughout the session. Each presentation strengthens public pressure, elevates media attention, and signals to federal leaders that debt justice and climate finance remain urgent national priorities.

How You and Your Congregation Can Participate

If you—or your congregation—would like to support this effort by gathering signatures, approaching your local MP, or contributing to this coordinated four‑month advocacy push, we warmly welcome your involvement. ORCIE is ready to accompany and support you every step of the way.

To confirm your participation, please contact: Genevieve Gallant – Executive Director
📧 ggallant@orcie.org

Next Steps

To participate in the paper petition effort:

1. Visit the Instruction Page for step‑by‑step guidance on the parliamentary petition and how to engage your MP.

2. Download the printable Parliamentary Paper Petition and begin collecting signatures within your congregation or community.

For additional advocacy tools visit our resource folder here

In September 2025, ORCIE organized a successful multi-day “Learning & Lobbying” series that culminated in meetings on Parliament Hill in Ottawa with MPs and senior policy staff from Environment and Climate Change, Natural Resources, Finance, and Foreign Affairs.

During these discussions, ORCIE emphasized Canada’s responsibility to do its fair share in confronting the climate emergency—by capping fossil fuel emissions and production, accelerating investment in clean energy, and fulfilling its international commitments. The delegation also raised how unsustainable debt burdens, reduced aid, and an unjust global financial system continue to disadvantage countries in the Global South.

Preparation began with an online webinar featuring Seth Klein and Anjali Appadurai from the Climate Emergency Unit, who shared insights on climate policy and effective advocacy. Facilitated by Genevieve Gallant, Executive Director of ORCIE, and Sue Wilson, CSJ, PhD, from the Office for Systemic Justice, Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Canada, the session helped 43 participants build their confidence and refine messaging using the Fair Shares Platform.

An in-person advocacy training followed at St. Paul University, led by Genevieve Gallant, Executive Director, and Sasquia Antúnez Pineda, Advocacy and Communications Officer at ORCIE. Participants reviewed ORCIE’s lobby guide, policy briefs, and key talking points before practicing in small groups to prepare for meetings on the Hill.

We ended the day with a beautiful dinner at the home of Joe Gunn, ORCIE’s Treasurer—a warm and inspiring gathering that offered time to connect, share encouragement, and build community ahead of the meetings.

The final step brought together ten ORCIE participants—including members from several congregations and ORCIE staff—for in-person meetings with six MPs and three senior policy staff on Parliament Hill. Each conversation focused on ORCIE’s policy asks rooted in the Fair Shares Platform and our domestic climate policy brief. These meetings opened space for meaningful dialogue, and participants gathered thoughtful feedback from MPs that will guide future engagement, including follow-up meetings with regional representatives.

The experience wrapped up with a debrief and drinks at a local Ottawa restaurant, where participants reflected on their conversations, shared insights, and explored next steps together—closing the series with a strong sense of collaboration, community, and shared purpose for global climate justice.

Watch the full webinar recording at orcie.org/resources.