Major Step Forward for MCS Recognition — Now Let’s Keep Going
We are pleased to share that La Presse has published an op-ed affirming that fragrance-free environments are essential accessibility measures for people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS).
We extend our sincere gratitude to Ms. Rosa Iacono for her ongoing commitment and contribution.
This is a meaningful moment for disability rights and public understanding.
Thank you to everyone who contributed their voice, their story, and their strength.
We now invite our community and allies to:
- Thank La Presse for responsible coverage
- Share the op-ed and raise awareness
- Call for education on fragrance-free accessibility measures
Our community deserves safety, dignity, and inclusion.
Together, we continue. 🌱
🔗 Read the article here:
Click here for the English version
This would not have been possible without your continued courage, your lived experience, and your advocacy. Every message, every story, every voice reminds decision-makers and media that MCS is real, that inclusion matters, and that we will not be silent.
Thank you. We did this together.
✅ What we need now
Publication is an important step — but we must now ensure our voices are not drowned out or dismissed. We are asking members and allies to write to La Presse in support of the letter and to:
✔ Affirm that fragrance-free environments are necessary accessibility measures
✔ Support the recognition of MCS as a disability and a human rights issue
✔ Call for respectful and evidence-based media coverage
✔ Highlight the urgent need for public education and training on MCS
✔ Share lived experiences of discrimination or accessibility barriers (if comfortable)
Even a short email makes a difference.
SAMPLE LETTERS (View the letters in PDF format)
💡 Suggested talking points for your message
You may wish to include points such as:
- “Thank you for publishing this important perspective.”
- “Fragrance-free policies protect health and ensure inclusion.”
- “People with MCS face severe barriers to housing, healthcare, and public spaces.”
- “Media has a responsibility to avoid stigmatization of disabilities.”
- “We encourage La Presse to continue covering MCS responsibly and to amplify scientific and human rights perspectives.”
Your voice helps ensure momentum continues and encourages media to treat our community with dignity and accuracy.
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🎉 Important milestone!
La Presse has published our community’s response affirming that fragrance-free environments are not optional — they are essential accessibility measures for people with MCS.
Thank you to everyone who raised your voice. 💛
Now let’s keep going — please write to La Presse to show support, share your lived experiences, and call for respectful, evidence-based coverage of MCS.
Together, we move forward. 🌿
#MCS #Accessibility #HumanRights #FragranceFree #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
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Fragrance-free spaces are not a luxury —
They are accessibility.
Thank you @LaPresse for spotlighting disability rights and MCS inclusion.
Let’s build a Canada where everyone can breathe safely.
#MCS #DisabilityRights #Accessibility
🕰️ The Original Article
This response from La Presse is a direct outcome of making your voice heard. Your opinion and perspective hold immense value.
To learn more about the original article posted by La Presse, and the impact of your action, click here.
💛 Together, we move forward
We are building change — one conversation, one letter, one policy, and one ally at a time.
Thank you again for your unwavering support and advocacy.
We are stronger when we act together.
With appreciation and solidarity,
ASEQ-EHAQ & EHAC-ASEC Leadership Team