Canada's on the cusp on banning a terrifying chemical that's lethal for bees and other crucial insects. The government is getting push back from Big Ag but they're listening to the public -- and we could make the difference.

Our messages matter in moments like these -- policy makers have said so before. If we show the Canadian government the world is looking to them for leadership, we could win.

Here are some talking points to consider, but remember -- the more personal, the better.

• As a global citizen, I'm very concerned with the widespread use of imidacloprid and its threat to bees and insects. We have to protect our food systems and ecosystems for future generations, and I urge you to ban this harmful chemical immediately.
• Regulators everywhere refer to each other's work in making critical decisions -- I'm relying on Canada to set a progressive example I can use to push my own country to take a principled stand for the planet.
• Canada's leadership is needed more than ever as an inspiring force for good in the world. We're counting on you to protect our biodiversity against the use of destructive chemicals and practices, and ensure that generations to come can benefit from it's complexity.