{"id":17902,"date":"2025-11-06T14:12:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T19:12:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/?page_id=17902"},"modified":"2025-11-08T12:56:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T17:56:53","slug":"major-step-forward-for-mcs-recognition-now-lets-keep-going","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/en\/major-step-forward-for-mcs-recognition-now-lets-keep-going\/","title":{"rendered":"Major Step Forward for MCS Recognition \u2014 Now Let\u2019s Keep Going"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Press-Release_November-7-2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Press Release<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are pleased to share that <em>La Presse<\/em> has published an op-ed affirming that fragrance-free environments are essential accessibility measures for people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>We extend our sincere gratitude to Ms. Rosa Iacono for her ongoing commitment and contribution<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a meaningful moment for disability rights and public understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you to everyone who contributed their voice, their story, and their strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We now invite our community and allies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thank <em>La Presse<\/em> for responsible coverage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share the op-ed and raise awareness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call for education on fragrance-free accessibility measures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our community deserves safety, dignity, and inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, we continue. \ud83c\udf31<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <strong>Read the article here:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lapresse.ca\/dialogue\/opinions\/2025-11-03\/replique\/les-environnements-sans-parfum-ne-sont-pas-frivoles.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.lapresse.ca\/dialogue\/opinions\/2025-11-03\/replique\/les-environnements-sans-parfum-ne-sont-pas-frivoles.php<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Article-on-LaPresse-English.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for the English version<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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 <strong>MCS is real, that inclusion matters, and that we will not be silent.<\/strong><br><strong>Thank you. We did this together.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong>What we need now<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Publication is an important step \u2014 but we must now ensure our voices are not drowned out or dismissed. We are asking members and allies to <strong>write to La Presse in support of the letter<\/strong> and to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Affirm that fragrance-free environments are necessary accessibility measures<br>\u2714 Support the recognition of MCS as a disability and a human rights issue<br>\u2714 Call for respectful and evidence-based media coverage<br>\u2714 Highlight the urgent need for public education and training on MCS<br>\u2714 Share lived experiences of discrimination or accessibility barriers (if comfortable)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even a short email makes a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SAMPLE-LETTERS.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SAMPLE LETTERS<\/a><\/strong> (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SAMPLE-LETTERS.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View the letters in PDF format<\/a><\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Suggested talking points for your message<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may wish to include points such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cThank you for publishing this important perspective.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cFragrance-free policies protect health and ensure inclusion.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cPeople with MCS face severe barriers to housing, healthcare, and public spaces.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cMedia has a responsibility to avoid stigmatization of disabilities.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWe encourage La Presse to continue covering MCS responsibly and to amplify scientific and human rights perspectives.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your voice helps ensure momentum continues and encourages media to treat our community with dignity and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Social media<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\ud83c\udf89 Important milestone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>La Presse has published our community\u2019s response affirming that fragrance-free environments are <em>not optional<\/em> \u2014 they are essential accessibility measures for people with MCS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you to everyone who raised your voice. \ud83d\udc9b<br>Now let\u2019s keep going \u2014 please write to La Presse to show support, share your lived experiences, and call for respectful, evidence-based coverage of MCS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, we move forward. \ud83c\udf3f<br>#MCS #Accessibility #HumanRights #FragranceFree #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8212;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fragrance-free spaces are not a luxury \u2014<br>They are accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you @LaPresse for spotlighting disability rights and MCS inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s build a Canada where everyone can breathe safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>#MCS #DisabilityRights #Accessibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f <strong>The Original Article<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This response from La Presse is a direct outcome of making your voice heard. Your opinion and perspective hold immense value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about the original article posted by La Presse, and the impact of your action, click <a href=\"https:\/\/aseq-ehaq.ca\/en\/take-action-demand-retraction-and-apology-from-la-presse\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc9b <strong>Together, we move forward<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are building change \u2014 one conversation, one letter, one policy, and one ally at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you again for your unwavering support and advocacy.<br>We are stronger when we act together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With appreciation and solidarity,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>ASEQ-EHAQ &amp; EHAC-ASEC Leadership Team<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Press Release 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. 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