Youth

Hello! I’m Niko, a grade 11 student from Ashbury College. For River Day, I presented on the issue of microplastics in collaboration with my classmate Sara.

February marked the end of the 2022-2023 Youth Water Leaders Program, with participants reflecting on how they will continue their advocacy for the watershed.

Youth Water Leaders Claudia and Erika Avellaneda have co-created a sculpture to showcase one of the Ottawa River’s endangered species.

Fall and winter are a busy time for the Youth Water Leaders, but even after their return to school and work, the group has stayed committed to maintaining a healthy watershed.

As the 2022-23 cohort of Youth Water Leaders comes to a close, we’re excited to share some of the incredible community action projects that participants have created this year, including several educational resources.