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For five decades, Forum has given young people opportunities to experience Canadian democracy, meet people with different perspectives and discover new ways to participate in civic life.

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Established in 2012 to honour the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, QES has grown through partnerships among post-secondary institutions, governments, philanthropic organizations and hundreds of international partners.

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This AI app increases the safety and mobility of individuals with sight impairments by detecting pedestrian traffic signals through a smartphone camera.
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A concentrated, plant-based cleaning solution derived from soap nut saponins, offering a viable and environmentally safe alternative to synthetic laundry detergents.
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This program empowers high school students through Naloxone training, awareness, and a portable Emergency Naloxone Response Kit to improve emergency interventions.
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A low-cost wastewater pretreatment approach using local natural resources to improve water quality in rural Southeast Asia.
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This device aims to provide affordable, accessible support that improves movement, independence, and quality of life for individuals with mobility issues.
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A comprehensive database that provides fast, anonymous, and accessible support for at-risk and unhoused youth by sourcing local programs that meet their individual needs.
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An inclusive, scalable initiative that equips bilingual youth with key certifications and connects them with francophone families to deliver safe, culturally relevant childcare—strengthening early language transmission, youth…
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An attachable car muffler containing a 3-stage filtration system, allowing it to filter harmful byproducts and improve air quality especially in urban areas.
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A secure app that helps people affected by cancer make sense of medical information, track their journey, and feel more prepared for appointments.
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A clear, gel-like hydrogel–MOF composite made from biocompatible, naturally sourced materials designed to heal chronic wounds.
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An eco-friendly rescue mask that reinforces a PLA filter with chitosan extracted from crawfish shells, providing water resistance and filtration for use in emergency situations.
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This innovation mobilizes Canadian youth across Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic coastlines to combat antibiotic pollution through awareness campaigns, citizen science surveillance, and community.
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