Recently, a petition starter asked what happens when someone chips in after signing their petition. Here are 4 questions and answers on how Promoted Petitions works to amplify petitions on Change.org. 1. “Where does the money go? How does the contribution help my petition?” When someone chips in to promote a petition, it helps us share […]
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What happens when someone chips in on Change.org?
Written by Change.org · June 4, 2020 10:23 pm -
Need even more people to see your petition?
Every day, our technology team works to make the Change.org toolset even better. Each of our brand new features and enhancements are inspired by feedback from people like you. When talking to Alan about his petition to help people affected by loan debt, he described how easy it was to set up his petition. “I wrote […]
Written by Change.org · June 3, 2020 10:30 pm -
The Changes Canadians Want to See
Over seven million Canadians have used Change.org’s open, people-powered platform. People across the country create thousands of petitions, and they gain traction when they are an authentic reflection of what Canadians care about. These people care enough to start something meaningful, rally the support of fellow citizens, and gain the attention of decision makers. Petition […]
Written by Change.org · September 19, 2019 9:48 pm -
Working Towards A Cage-Free British Columbia
By Laveza Khan In British Columbia, over two million egg laying hens are crammed together in cages, each with less floor space than a standard piece of paper. I recently connected with petition starter Ned Taylor, who is determined to ban battery cages in BC. While Egg Farmers of Canada — a national organization representing […]
Written by Change.org · November 28, 2017 7:56 pm -
How Proposed Tax Changes Could Impact Canadians
By Laveza Khan On Monday, Finance Minister Bill Morneau has announced a drop in the small business tax rate from 10.5 percent to nine per cent by 2019. While this news may not entirely assure all Canadians that these tax changes are fair and beneficial, some are relieved to hear news of progress after several […]
Written by Change.org · October 20, 2017 9:28 pm -
Impact Matters: Pastor Lim Returns Home, Sears Hardship Fund and More
By Laveza Khan and Justin Lyons Fall is almost here, and we’re back to show you a few highlights on successful petitions on Change.org. Several petitions have made headlines and are leading to real change here in Canada. Pastor Lim Returns Home By now, you’ve probably seen the news: After two and a half years, […]
Written by Change.org · September 7, 2017 4:36 pm -
Introducing The Victory Series
By Laveza Khan Everyday at Change.org, we are inspired by the commitment and determination of the more than five million Canadians creating the change they want to see on our platform by starting campaigns, mobilizing supporters, and working with decision-makers to drive solutions. That’s why we’ll be posting occasionally about some of our victories in […]
Written by Change.org · August 1, 2017 9:49 pm -
“Every Newfoundlander knows someone in Fort McMurray” — Victory for N.L.ers evacuating Alberta
“Every Newfoundlander knows someone in Fort McMurray,” writes petition-starter C.L. Brake of Cornerbrook. C.L. wanted to help her fellow Newfoundlanders trying to flee the Alberta forest fires, and petitioned independent Crown Corporation Marine Atlantic to offer free ferry crossings to Newfoundlanders trying to return home. “The people who have had to evacuate their homes mostly […]
Written by Change.org · May 10, 2016 10:01 pm -
Victory! The Kitsilano Coast Guard Base re-opens
“I’d like to thank each and every one of you for your support and for helping raise awareness. One voice isn’t heard, but multitudes of single voices can and do make a difference. You proved that.” – Sara Kalis Gilbert, daughter of former Coast Guard captain and petition-starter see sara’s petition
Written by Change.org · May 1, 2016 3:52 pm -
“Mr. Prime Minister, please do what you promised” : Growing petition calls for extended maternity leave
Extend Maternity/Parental Leave for Canadians to 18 months Petition by Toronto Mommies: While campaigning in 2015 the Liberal Party and their leader, current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, campaigned on the Liberal’s promise to many young families to increase the maternity/parental leave from 12 months to 18 months. Many parents voted Liberal just for that reason […]
Written by Change.org · April 11, 2016 4:25 pm