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These stories about local youth taking action to make a difference in our community are made possible through the continued support of Emcon Services INC. as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Students part of FridaysForFuture are 'just here to be heard'

Students part of FridaysForFuture are 'just here to be heard'

“We want to work with the government. We want our message brought higher up because it is incredibly important for all of us," said Grade 12 student, Kate Haering.
A team of six local youth will be heading to New Brunswick for science

A team of six local youth will be heading to New Brunswick for science

The team consists of Livia Hoard, Celeste Marcon, Chloe Nordstrom, Aby Nelson, Lakelan Mackenzie and Gabriela Blandon Atia.
Elementary students trained to save their grandparents from potential stroke

Elementary students trained to save their grandparents from potential stroke

The program is five-weeks long, taught from the school system. The goal is for students to recognize stroke symptoms, especially in their grandparents.
‘Like Harry Potter—but better!’ Percy Jackson musical brings myth to life

‘Like Harry Potter—but better!’ Percy Jackson musical brings myth to life

Thunder Bay ON — If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to discover you’re the son of a Greek god, the upcoming Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief musical offers an answer.
Northwestern Ontario Regional Science Fair celebrates 61st year

Northwestern Ontario Regional Science Fair celebrates 61st year

Six winning students from Grades 7 to 12 will proceed to the national fair.
Senior elementary students celebrate second annual Skills Challenge Day

Senior elementary students celebrate second annual Skills Challenge Day

There were 72 students who participated from the three senior elementary catholic schools in the city.
Lakehead University students continue to protest against big banks

Lakehead University students continue to protest against big banks

Students have painted a banner to educate and share with the university more broadly.
C.D. Howe celebrates World Down Syndrome Day

C.D. Howe celebrates World Down Syndrome Day

“It’s real-life situations that we can't replicate from a book or from written content or a lecture format. The learning needs to be involved and it needs to be ongoing," said C.D. Howe's principal Hillary Howe.
Grade 7/8 students continue beloved teacher's legacy with hockey

Grade 7/8 students continue beloved teacher's legacy with hockey

The winter classic honours the memory of Tim McFarlane, a beloved teacher, mentor and coach whose passion for education and hockey continues to inspire.
Culinary students getting a taste of institutional cooking

Culinary students getting a taste of institutional cooking

The Regional Food Distribution Association hopes to double the amount of food produced by 2026 and expand offerings out into the region.
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