Governor General’s Youth Dialogue at the 4th World Youth Congress

Samian performs during the Governor General's Youth Dialogues at the World Youth Congress. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

Jully Black performs during a concert hosted by Apathy Is Boring. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

K'naan performs during a concert hosted by Apathy Is Boring. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

K'naan performs during a concert hosted by Apathy Is Boring. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

Participants in the Youth Dialogue come together for a group photo with the Governor General, the moderators, and the Canadian artists who participated. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

The Centre Jacques-Cartier performs during the Youth Dialogue. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

A paricipant in the Dialogue makes a comment. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

K'naan expresses his thoughts and provides a few opening comments to help launch the discussion. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

Comedian Benoit Lefebvre moderated the discussion, with the help of Sol Guy. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

Sol Guy moderated the discussion, with the help of comedian Benoit Lefebvre. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

The Governor General launches the discussion. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

The Governor General launches the discussion. With the help of the dynamic Canadian youth organizations Apathy is Boring, RéGénération 2008 and TakingITGlobal, the Governor General brought together hundreds of youth from across the country and around the world. This Youth Dialogue was the first in a series of discussions taking place in different Canadian cities, and focussed on the new and exciting ways youth are using democracy and acting as effective agents of change locally, nationally and internationally. The event was broadcast on the Web and interested parties were able to send their comments via text message and webcam. Her Excellency was joined by Canadian artists, including Sol Guy, K’naan, Samian and Ariane Moffat.

Earlier that day at the Citadelle, the Governor General met with the Canadian artists, moderators, and collaborators for the Youth Dialogue.