October 4-7, 2013
Victoria, BC
Due to funding limitations, the Northwest Territories sent youth to the PowerShift BC 2013 Conference in Victoria, rather than hosting a Young Leaders Summit for that year. PowerShift is an initiative led by the Canadian Youth Climate Coalition, which seeks to create conversation and promote action surrounding climate change issues.
Learn more about PowerShift here.
Seeing as though the North is heavily affected by climate change, it is believed that the representation of a Northern voice was an important aspect to bring to the conference. In addition to bringing attention to Northern issues, the youth representatives from the NWT had the opportunity learn more about climate change and environmental justice across Canada, network with other young people from various backgrounds, and build on their leadership skills.
Thank you to the participants for their energy and motivation, and thank you the sponsors that made our attendance possible.
Learn more about PowerShift here.
Seeing as though the North is heavily affected by climate change, it is believed that the representation of a Northern voice was an important aspect to bring to the conference. In addition to bringing attention to Northern issues, the youth representatives from the NWT had the opportunity learn more about climate change and environmental justice across Canada, network with other young people from various backgrounds, and build on their leadership skills.
Thank you to the participants for their energy and motivation, and thank you the sponsors that made our attendance possible.