BY AMAN SINGH

MLA for Richmond-Queensborough

THROUGHOUT the challenges of the last two years, young people in B.C. have been incredibly resilient.

I want to acknowledge and thank them for their efforts in furthering conversations about anti-racism, mental health, the environment, education, and more, all while coping with a global pandemic that has impacted so many facets of their lives.

I also want young people to know that their government is listening. That’s why we created the StrongerBC Young Leaders Council.

Eighteen young leaders from across B.C. have been selected to join the first StrongerBC Young Leaders Council, to help build a province that is better for their friends, families, and communities.

With youth members representing all areas of the province and its diverse needs, the council will be able to bring forward ideas and perspectives that will help improve the lives of people in B.C. for generations to come.

Council members include students from high school and post-secondary, as well as workers, ranging in age from 15 to 23. Five of the young leaders are from the Lower Mainland: Harry from Surrey, Noor from Port Coquitlam, Ripdaman from Delta, Alexandra from Coquitlam, and Jeanna from Vancouver.

Chaired by Brittny Anderson, MLA for Nelson-Creston and the Premier’s Special Advisor on Youth, the first meeting of the council will take place in spring 2022, with regular meetings around four times each year. Council members will serve one-year terms with the option to remain on the council for up to three terms.

Recent events have proven how much stronger we can be when we work together. Our government is committed to listening and learning from B.C. youth as we work to build back better for people across the province.

With input and advice from young people, we’ll continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and sustainable economic recovery for everyone.

I want to thank everyone who applied for a spot and extend my congratulations to the 18 new members of the first StrongerBC Young Leaders Council.

I know that the future of this province is in great hands.

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