Canada should give young people a year to serve, and a reason to stay hopeful

This nation is not a finished project. It is shaped by each generation’s willingness to contribute. If we want young people to believe in the country’s future, we should invite them to help build it.
Anna Gainey
Anna Gainey is secretary of state for children and youth. The federal government should implement a voluntary national service year policy to help young people gain work experience, and build bonds and purpose among the generation, writes Independent Senator Farah Mohamed.

In uncertain times, nations rediscover themselves by building. Canada now faces that moment again. The question is what we choose to build next.

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.


Already a Subscriber?

Get Weekend Point of View Newsletter

A round up of the past week’s opinion writers and columnists on Saturdays and Sundays.


By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy

MORE Opinion