Ontario Nature Youth Council

About

The Ontario Nature Youth Council is a diverse provincial network dedicated to inspiring, connecting and raising environmental awareness.

As a Youth Council member, you will work alongside Ontario Nature staff, become part of a vibrant peer network, and contribute to lasting, positive change through conservation action.

For more information about the Youth Council, please reach out to Emily Green, Education Coordinator at emilyg@ontarionature.org.

Activities

As an active member of the Youth Council, you will:

• Take action on environmental issues, such as advocacy and conservation for Ontario’s wetland ecosystems through our Wetlands Campaign, acting as a voice for a young generation.
• Plan and host conservation events, such as the annual Youth Summit for Mother Earth.
• Deliver presentations, community outreach and educational workshops with support from Ontario Nature staff.
• Collaborate with like-minded youth peers from across Ontario.
• Develop professional and personal skillsets, such as leadership, collaboration, public speaking and more.
• Receive community volunteer hours towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma and gain professional references

Follow the Youth Council on Instagram @on_youthcouncil.

Contact

For more information, please contact Emily Green at emilyg@ontarionature.org or 416-444-8419 (toll-free 1-800-440-2366) ext. 280.