Follow the Money

🔨If you have time to spare, please consider sharing the campaign.

📣Pro Tips

• Follow up if someone doesn’t respond.
• Make it easy: Always include the direct link or QR code.
• Personalize: Mention why the issue matters to them or your shared values.
• Track responses: Keep a list of who you’ve asked and who has signed.

The best method is to ask directly and personally.

1. Direct Message (DM) on Social Media

Open Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Gander or Bluesky

Send a personalized message to each person:
“Hi [Name], I’m supporting this campaign to [briefly explain purpose, e.g., ‘hold politicians accountable for climate action’]. Would you sign it? It only takes 30 seconds:
https://canada.citizensclimatelobby.org/follow-the-money-digital-campaign/ .
Let me know if you do!”

2. Texting

Text individuals directly:
“Hey [Name], can you sign this letter to [purpose]?
https://canada.citizensclimatelobby.org/follow-the-money-digital-campaign/
Thanks!
Reply ‘YES’ if you signed, so I know.”

3. In Person

Ask friends/family in person to sign on your phone or theirs.

Have the link ready to share via text or QR code.

4. QR Code

Print or display a QR code linking to the campaign.

Hand out flyers with the QR code at meetings or events.

Less Effective (But Still Useful) Methods

5. Broadcast Emails or Posting on your CCL Community Group

• Send a short, focused email with only the ask:
  “Subject: Quick Ask – Sign This Climate Campaign
  Hi [Name],
  I’m asking everyone I know to sign this campaign:
  https://canada.citizensclimatelobby.org/follow-the-money-digital-campaign/
  Can you add your name? Reply to this email to let me know you did.
  Thanks, [Your Name]”

6. Social Media Posts

• Post on your feed only if you ask for confirmation:
  *”I just signed this campaign to end fossil fuel finance.
  Will you join me?
  https://canada.citizensclimatelobby.org/follow-the-money-digital-campaign/
  Comment ‘DONE’ if you signed!”