The Changemaker Labs program ran from 2023 to 2025 and drove climate action in Canada by supporting work-integrated learning (WIL) through partnerships between small- to mid-sized municipalities and motivated youth. Each term offered a range of activities designed with an inclusive participation model and interdisciplinary opportunities of varying time commitment.
Changemaker Labs mobilized , ݮƵ Region's climate action strategy, guiding our community toward a low-carbon, equitable, and resilient future. Rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing, emerging research, and local expertise, this program offered holistic educational experiences. Participants gained valuable skills, built networks in the green economy, and contributed meaningfully to municipal climate action.
Since June 2023, nearly 450 participants ages 12 to 72 have engaged in the program. Over 50 subject-matter experts and knowledge guides continue to play a pivotal role in inspiring and directing participants toward sustainable futures. During this period, 18 activity streams have been facilitated, totalling over 75 events, along with numerous outreach and collaboration activities.
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