Vote Kids

Election Day in Ontario is February 27, 2025

Candidates elected in the upcoming provincial election will shape policies that directly impact the health of young people, families and communities.

The PAO is leading a nonpartisan Vote Kids campaign to provide pediatricians with the tools they need to share the importance of voting with the priorities of Ontario’s children in mind.

Voting is one of the most powerful ways to influence change. There is a connection between voting and health equity.

Spread the Vote Kids Message

Here are several top messages that describe what it means to Vote Kids:

Election Day is Thursday, February 27, 2025.
Elected candidates will shape policies that directly impact the health of young people, families and communities.
Voting is one of the most powerful ways to influence change at the provincial level.
Kids can’t vote, but pediatricians can.
As pediatricians, we know what children need to thrive. That is why I plan to Vote Kids on Election Day.
Right now, there is so much at stake when it comes to the sweeping public health issues that are impacting children, teens, families and communities.
It is critical that we elect leaders at all levels of government who prioritize children’s health and pass policies that are most supportive of their health and well-being.
Together, we can vote with children’s needs in mind on Election Day. I hope you will join me!
And, for my patients who are old enough to vote, my message to you is to vote like your future depends on it.
Voting is a small act that can make a big difference.

Sample Social Media Messages

Share why you #VoteKids on social media! Below are sample social media messages and downloadable graphics for posting. Be sure to use the hashtag #VoteKids in your messages:

Sample social media messages:

Election Day is February 27! There’s so much at stake when it comes to public policies that impact the health of kids and teens. Together, we can vote with children’s needs in mind on Election Day. I hope you’ll join me! #VoteKids
Candidates elected will shape policies that directly impact the health of kids. Pediatricians can help mobilize our peers, eligible patients, and their parents to vote because the health of all children depends on us! #VoteKids
Voting is one of the most powerful ways to influence change provincial level. Kids can’t vote, but pediatricians can. That’s why I plan to #VoteKids on Election Day.
As a pediatrician, I know what children need to thrive. We just need elected leaders at all levels of government to prioritize children’s health! That’s why I plan to #VoteKids on Election Day, February 27. What about you?

Downloadable Graphics

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Speak Up for Kids’ Health:

Contact Your MPP or Candidates

Elected leaders shape the policies that impact children’s health and well-being. As pediatricians, we see firsthand the challenges young people face – from access to timely care to the growing mental health crisis. Now is the time to speak up.

Use this easy MPP look-up tool to find your local representative and urge them to put children’s health first in their campaign.

Talking points for contacting your MPP or candidates:

Prioritize children’s health in policy decisions, ensuring access to timely, equitable care.
Invest in pediatric mental health services to address the growing crisis.
Support public health initiatives that improve the well-being of children, teens, and families.
Recognize that kids can’t vote—but we can. Their future depends on strong leadership and action.

It’s quick and easy – use our letter template to send a message in minutes!

Take action today and be a voice for Ontario’s kids.

Access the Letter Template