The James Carter Indigenous Leader Award was established in 2022 to recognize an
Indigenous-identifying individual connected to
CAREERS whose outstanding efforts have made a significant impact on Indigenous
youth and their communities. This award is dedicated to a person who
has demonstrated exemplary service in the
areas of:
- Supporting
Indigenous youth in career exploration and skill development
- Bridging
the gap between Indigenous youth and Alberta employers
- Increasing
Indigenous youth employment
- Building
and expanding relationships between CAREERS and Indigenous community leaders
- Having
a positive impact on Indigenous communities
- Being
a champion of CAREERS mission and vision