The Honourable Tony Wakeham, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, is inviting youth from across the province to help shape the future of Newfoundland and Labrador through the Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee.

The committee will be co-chaired by Riley Balsom, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier and MHA for Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde.

The Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee provides non-partisan advice to the Premier and the Provincial Government on issues that matter to young people, helping ensure youth perspectives are reflected in public policy discussions and decision-making. The committee will consider topics such as population growth, rural revitalization, mental health supports, education and employment, and affordability challenges facing young people.

The committee will include up to 25 members between the ages of 16 and 24. Members will serve two-year terms.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee website to apply and learn more about eligibility requirements and the selection process.

Applications will be accepted until October 30.

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“Young people bring valuable perspectives, ideas and energy to the issues facing our province. The Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee provides an important opportunity for youth to have their voices heard and to contribute directly to discussions that help shape Newfoundland and Labrador’s future. I encourage young people from all regions of the province to apply and share their perspectives with government.”
Honourable Tony Wakeham
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“Youth are our province’s greatest asset. I’m honoured to co-chair the Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee and bring the voices, ideas, and energy of young leaders from across our province directly to Newfoundland and Labrador’s decision-making table.”
Riley Balsom
Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier
MHA for Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde

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