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Title:
Advancing Engagement of Northern Youth in Sustainable Blue Economy
Agreement Number:
PKA-1920-0021
Agreement Value:
$199,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 13, 2020 - Mar 31, 2020
Description:
During two weeks of intensive experiential learning, expedition educators come together to connect students to the natural world and help these youth define their post-secondary and career goals. Each expedition follows an in-depth, informative and educational program that contains many learning platforms for youth to increase their knowledge of Canada, themselves and the world.
Organization:
Polar Knowledge Canada
Expected Results:

Seven (7) youth (14-24yr) from communities in Canada’s North, selected for participation in SOI’s 2020 Arctic Expedition participating; Three Blue Economy experts confirmed as members of the Arctic 2020 Expedition Education Team; A strong education menu for the Sustainable Blue Economy stream; Sound input for development of a Northern youth engagement strategy for Blue
Futures, rooted in local expertise and experience; Several great leads for partnerships for Blue Futures.

Location:
Gatineau, Quebec, CA J91 3N7
Reference Number:
171-2019-2020-Q4-0021
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Students on Ice Foundation
Federal Riding Name:
Gatineau
Federal Riding Number:
24027
Program:
Polar Knowledge Application Program
Program Purpose:

This Program aims to lead the mobilization of polar science and technology into action. CHARS will "analyse and disseminate polar knowledge from its Science and Technology Program, as well as that from current federal, territorial and other stakeholders, and investments to inform management, programming and policies; promote Artic science and technology nationally and internationally; and build capacity through training, outreach, and learning opportunities. This will ensure polar knowledge is relevant to stakeholders and builds a science culture in Canada.

Coverage:
Canada
NAICS Code:
813210