Inspire

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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.

'Really great experience': Youth summer jobs program expanding nation-wide

Minister of Families and Jobs, Patty Hajdu, said the program also gives students an opportunity to explore different career paths to see if it's a good fit for them.

Jun 15, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

Birchbark canoe project teaches much more than woodworking

Students from Thunder Bay and Dryden collaborated to collect materials and build a traditional birchbark canoe.

Jun 14, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

Local students build pollinator garden in memory of principal

Kiwanis and Ogden Community school constructed a polinator garden in memory of the former principal and Kiwanis club volunteer, Scott Harris

Jun 13, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

‘Throw your stuff away’: St. Ignatius students encourage residents to litter less

The class has primed the garbage cans to display at the waterfront and is now working on “beautifying” them.

Jun 7, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Hammarskjold brings Dracula to life

The play runs on May 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. in the Hammarskjold High School gym.

May 30, 2025 11:00 AM Read more >

Young bowlers are heading to national championships

The Youth Bowl Canada national championships are in Edmonton from May 5 to 7 and the Canadian Tenpin Federation national championships are from May 15 to 18 in Quebec City.

May 1, 2025 4:00 PM Read more >

Thunder Bay celebrates youth week

Youth Week is from May 1 to 7, with something for everyone ages 10 to 24.

May 1, 2025 11:59 AM Read more >

School of Rock 'nothing short of a blast': actor

About 100 students from St. Patrick High School are involved in the musical, School of Rock

Apr 21, 2025 4:34 PM Read more >

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.

Apr 12, 2025 3:43 PM Read more >

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.

Apr 9, 2025 12:15 PM Read more >