National Youth Caucus – A gathering of minds

On July 27, 2011 By

It has been a full year since I was introduced to Global Vision. As their official photographer, I have been at their National Youth Caucus, MY SUMMIT G8 and G20 and the Pan Atlantic Youth Forum. I’ve seen more of this country with Global Vision than I ever thought I would. As crew, you try [...]

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A Blonde, a Brunette, a Redhead, and an International Man of Mystery

On November 15, 2010 By

Where do I begin?

How does one manage in words what just happened this week. “Pinch me” seemed to be the theme of the APEC mission, and while we were so driven to accomplish our mandates during the week, I am starting to see now how incredible the APEC experience truly [...]

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The Names Behind the Faces

On November 11, 2010 By

Never predetermine. Never underestimate. Never assume.

Nametags and business cards are the only things that separate people here at the Summits. There are, no doubt, small nuances and mannerisms that pose as commonalities for CEOs, Chief level Executives, and those in powerful positions, but there are no rules. So NEVER assume.

The first [...]

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APEC JAPAN 2010: Expect the Unexpected

On November 6, 2010 By

At 13:00 hours, the Global Vision APEC Team departed Toronto, Canada for Narita, Japan. If someone had asked any of us 5 years what we will be doing today, representing our country at an international forum was something any of us casually entertained. However, through the Global Vision, a national non-profit organization with focus on [...]

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The Future of Youth at the G20 – A Call to Action

On October 29, 2010 By

Coming out of the Team Canada youth G8/G20 wrap-up, a call to action has been put out to ensure that youth continue to have a seat at the table at the G20.

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Memories from the G8 and G20 Summits

On July 19, 2010 By

Lets be honest, we are not the future leaders of tomorrow, nor were we just a bunch kids on a field trip in Muskoka and Toronto. Rather, we were a gathering of the world’s finest youth from all walks of life and from each corner of the globe, we came together to understand the reality [...]

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Toronto’s young protesters muddle My Summit’s quest for peace

On July 14, 2010 By

This post originally appeared at the The Next Great Generation.

Leading up to the G20 Summit proceedings, the downtown core of Toronto drastically transformed. Stores closed, businesses shut down and security tightened up. Police were on hand to re-route traffic, keep the peace and encourage people to stay out of trouble. On Saturday [...]

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G20 leaders of today and for tomorrow meet in Canada

On July 9, 2010 By
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My Summit 2010: Gen Y and World Leaders

On July 7, 2010 By

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Passion and Commitment

On July 2, 2010 By

As My Summit 2010 drew to a close and we have all gone our separate ways, I want to take a moment to reflect upon our days together and spread the energy we created at My Summit. First of all, I’d like to thank everyone who made My Summit possible!  You have truly touched and [...]

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