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Young People

My Breast Cancer Survival Story: Teaching By Example

Andrea Paine | Posted 05.22.2013 | Canada Living
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Andrea Paine

At a time where most pre-teens and teenagers are worried about things like getting the newest electronic gadget or getting their hair and makeup just so, it's nice to see that there are young people that are aware of the impact that cancer, or other chronic diseases has on a family and loved ones.

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Why Do We Expect So Little of Young People?

Craig and Marc Kielburger | Posted 02.18.2013 | Canada Impact
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Craig and Marc Kielburger

I'm told that 30 is a big step in the long march from an idealistic youth to a staunchly conservative mid-life. I'm pretty sure I won't become any less idealistic in my approaching dotage. I will still advocate for these same policies; the only difference being that as an adult my opinions are taken seriously. Why do we have such low expectations for young people?

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A Business Tip From a Country Boy: Invest in People

Mary Donohue | Posted 11.12.2012 | Canada Business
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Mary Donohue

Bill Clinton at the DNC said what white- and blue-collar workers have known for 30 years: you need to invest in people to have an innovative and productive economy. My coach, used to say "you get corn, if you plant corn." Neither in government nor in business have we been planting corn. We quit planting it almost 30 years ago when we got rid of middle management in government and the private sector, and as the economy reveals, we are losing.

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Let's Do More for the Bright Minds of Tomorrow, Today

Elaine Mah | Posted 07.02.2012 | Canada
Read More: Talent Management, Ict, Competitiveness, Research, Knowledge Economy, Innovation, Knowledge Work, Higher Education, Young People, Startups, Intel, Canada News
Elaine Mah

When you meet these bright young students, the first impression is "wow, they're pretty normal teenagers." That impression doesn't last long. The minute they begin to describe their research, my mind reels as I try to keep up with each project's premise and findings. These are exception children, and they are our future.

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