Theme: Turning a New Leaf: Bold Ideas for a Changing World

When we observe how societal dilemmas are being addressed, we have the opportunity to question the kinds of solutions that are presented. In doing so, we may ponder whether or not these solutions are daring enough to take on our constantly shifting world, not only in the 21st century, but beyond. From demonstrating contemporary scientific innovations, building back better from isolation, to tackling systematic inequalities from a new perspective, our theme demonstrates the need to rethink our approach to the problems of today.

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Alexa Greenspoon

Student Speaker

Alexa Greenspoon is a high school student in Toronto, Canada. They have many passions, though the ones that stand out are feminism, sex education, and religious and racial equity. They’re involved in these topics in and out of school, with councils and involvement within their community.

Chloe Chan

Student Speaker

Chloe Chan is a Grade 10 student at LPCI. As a young immigrant from Hong Kong to Canada, Chloe believes in the power of a positive mindset and sees it as the key to transforming our lives within our own minds.

Kolade Akanni

Student Speaker

Kolade Akanni is a Grade 12 student at LPCI. In 2020, he migrated from Nigeria to Canada as a refugee in search of greener pastures. He aspires to become a journalist in the near future because, over the years, he has acquired many skills that have sharpened his interests in the field. In his free time, he likes to write, blog, practice photography and play sports.

Nicole Anderson

Student Speaker

Nicole is a Grade 11 student at LPCI. She is a lover of all things space and science related, and became interested in space when she was young. She has recently developed a passion for nuclear energy and how these two aspects of space can connect. As a participant in The Knowledge Society program this past year, Nicole has learned about emerging technologies as well as problem solving skills. She spends a lot of her free time either in the outdoors skiing or sailing, or playing the piano.

Solomon Jackman

Student Speaker

Solomon Jackman is a Grade 10 student at LPCI. When he isn’t working with his school’s Black Student Alliance, Solomon enjoys reading, talking with friends, and just talking in general! He found a love for public speaking early on in life, but only recently has he fully realized his potential.