Visit to London - Day 1
His Excellency participated in an informal discussion with Emerging Leaders, a network of young adults between 20 and 40 years of age, who engage their community on issues specific to young professionals, such as employment and economic development, and encourages young adults to take a more active role in their communities.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0197-001
His Excellency addressed participants of a round table on youth engagement held on May 8, 2013.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0198-008
The Governor General joined 75 youths from the London area in a round table on youth engagement.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0198-019
Organized by United Way London & Middlesex , in conjunction with a national Youth Engagement Strategy headed by United Way Toronto, this discussion focussed on defining meaningful youth involvement, identifying challenges faced by youth and how to address them, and finding new, innovative ways and opportunities to assist them better in their endeavours.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0198-024
His Excellency talked to the participants about the importance of building a smarter, more caring community and heard their views and ideas on the themes of the discussion.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0198-028
During the discussion with Emerging Leaders, His Excellency shared his thoughts on the community engagement he has witnessed across the country since becoming governor general and how his personal experience and observations can be applied to the city of London.
Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:00 Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Rideau Hall GG2013-0197-003