The Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau has revealed ways on how his Goverment is supporting the youths to build a better future for themselves.
In a statement issued to commemorate the Youth Day, 12th of August, in line with this year’s theme, ‘Green Skills for Youth: Toward a Sustainable World’, Trudeau said young people all across the country are drivers of change.
He said, “When it comes to taking the ambitious action required to fight climate change and safeguard a strong, healthy future, young people are leading the charge, and in that spirit, the Government of Canada seeks out their advice and perspectives.
For example, earlier this year, my Youth Council provided advice to Canada’s G7 delegation on climate change, economic resilience, and global health, to help us forge a path toward a better world”, he added.
The Prime Minister stated further that the Government hear concerns of young people too, and are taking action to build a better tomorrow.
Adding that this why the Government launched the new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account, to put the dream of home ownership back in reach for young people by helping first-time buyers save for a down payment on a place to call their own.
He said further that Government is making higher education more affordable by providing more financial support for post-secondary students and eliminating interest on Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans.
“We are also helping students get job experience through programs like Canada Summer Jobs, while giving young people the chance to volunteer in their communities through the Canada Service Corps.
“We will always have the backs of young people in Canada as we make life more affordable and create more opportunities for them to get the skills they need”, the Prime Minister revealed.
Canada’s Trudeau noted that young people in Canada and around the world are endlessly inspiring. “Their power, influence, and vision are helping us build a future with clean air, clean water, and a real and fair chance at success for everyone”.
The Prime Minister concluded that youth are the changemakers of today and tomorrow. “On this International Youth Day, we celebrate the immense potential of young people and look forward to building a better world, together”, Trudeau said.