September 26, 2007

by Her Excellency Michaëlle Jean

I have been very busy these past two years, and had the great honour of going out and meeting with thousands of people all across the country. I have listened to them and spoken with them, and I have heard all about their actions and experiences. I have also learned a lot from your participation in Citizen Voices. You have taken part in 130 forums and your opinions echo those I have heard on the ground.

There will be a live chat on Thursday, September 27, and my question to you is this: If you could change one thing, what would it be? I want to know what drives you and what you are doing to make concrete changes in your community. Young people in Toronto, Winnipeg, Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax have already told us that they will be getting together for the occasion. You can do the same, or simply take part from your living room. I can’t wait to hear from you. This is your space; to act is to give real power to words, ideas and thoughts.