Action Canada Fellows to Visit Nunavut, Explore Arctic Soverignty
During a week-long working conference May 27-June 4, 2006, 16 of Canada’s most inspiring young adults will visit Nunavut to explore important public policy issues related to arctic sovereignty.
These young adults are Action Canada Fellows – Canada’s next generation of leaders. They’re in the midst of learning about the requirements and responsibilities of leadership in public service, elected office and executive positions in non-governmental organizations and the private sector as they participate in Action Canada’s 10-month leadership program.
In Nunavut, the Fellows will gather for a week of briefings with local leaders and experts, workshops, tours and special events designed to improve their understanding of the issues surrounding arctic sovereignty. Activities include a Nunavut Leaders Dialogue Dinner in Iqaluit, a day visiting Canadian Forces Station Alert, and meetings with territorial representatives and Inuit organizations in Iqaluit and Pangnirtung. The Fellows’ visit includes a series of workshops about Nunavut issues with local invited guests on Tuesday, May 30 and Thursday June 1 in Iqaluit.
Action Canada builds leadership for Canada’s future through a national program that is creating a network of emerging leaders who have a passion for Canada and its stature among nations. It is a partnership between the private sector and four federal government departments: Canadian Heritage, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Human Resources and Social Development, and Justice Canada.
For more information, please contact Cathy Beehan, 604-268-7890, cell: 778 233-6650 or visit www.actioncanada.ca
