Paulatuk teen at North American Leaders' Summit
Shook hands with U.S. President Barack Obama
Northern News Services
Monday, July 11, 2016
SOMBA K'E/YELLOWKNIFE
Junior Canadian Ranger Julian Green, from Paulatuk met the Bob McLeod, Northwest Territories' premier, during the North American Leaders' Summit on June 29 in Ottawa.
Junior Canadian Rangers Lu-Ann Saumik, Julian Green and Rob Koostachin with the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Perry Bellegarde, left; Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami President Natan Obed, and the president of the Metis National Council, Clem Chartier, during the North American Leaders' Summit on in Ottawa. - photo courtesy David R. Innes, Government of Canada |
Green was attending his first annual training session in Whitehorse when he learned he was selected as his community's representative at this important event in Ottawa.
He had the chance to shake hands with U.S. President Barack Obama and be present in the House of Commons during the president's address to Parliament.
The Junior Canadian Rangers Program offers unique opportunities for youth in isolated communities.
The Junior Canadian Rangers develop increased self-esteem and learn how to handle responsibility. In addition, have a better understanding of, and connection to, their communities through their participation in fun, challenging and engaging activities throughout Canada's northern communities.
- submitted by Capt. Steve Watton
