Format of your letter

The format of your letter influences your reader's reaction to it.  Neat and organized, your reader is more likely to pay attention.  All over the place, your reader is more likely to dismiss your claims.

Format for your letter.  Please review this file as discussed in class how to format your letter.

Not sure the proper way to address a letter in Canada (the rules have changed, city, province short form and postal code are now on the same line).  Please review this link from Canada Post about addressing a letter. 

Finding the proper address -  you will need to ensure you have the correct mailing address for your letter.  I have provided you with some information here to help you navigate to the provincial and federal governments' websites.

Provincial
Contact information - I have found this link works well.  There is a list of ministries, click on the ministry that you are looking for to find the mailing address.  You will still need to research the name of the current minister for your ministry.  Government of Ontario website is www.ontario.ca

The Honourable First and Last Name, M.P.P.

Minister of _________

Ministry of _________

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

Dear Mr./Ms Last Name,
Federal
This link will give you a list of all the ministries in the federal government.  After selecting your minister, click on the department website link, which will take you to the ministry's website.  On the ministry's website, select the "contact us" page.  Scroll through this page to find the mailing address.  Government of Canada website is www.canada.gc.ca

The Honourable First and Last Name, M.P.

Minister of _________

Ministry of _________

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

Dear Mr./Ms Last Name,