Canada 150

As Canadians celebrate the creation of their great country one hundred and fifty years ago, it is important to also look towards the future of Canada. This documentary was developed to celebrate the amazing youth who have overcome many obstacles, as they sought to develop their various talents. Based on their diverse stories, one has to admit that Canada’s future looks pretty bright. In fact, it looks fantastic!

Nicole Boyle-Calgary, Alberta

A Power Pilot at 17 years old and one of the youngest Canadian Air Cadets to obtain her Glider Pilot License at 16 years old.
Luke Reiten
A young entrepreneur who started his own business at age 12.
The Sundrops-Swift Current, Saskatchewan
One of Canada’s youngest, most talented musical Siblings
Lita Crawler- Morley, Alberta
An Indigenous teen who through fearless determination refuses to allow financial challenges to stop her from participating in volleyball, hockey or her beloved rodeo.
Brandon Watson-Calgary, Alberta
One of Canada’s youngest writers, as well as being an actor and producer.

Cosette Swart-Calgary, Alberta
A 6 year old painter and young philanthropist who raised over $16, 000 for various charities
Stephen McPhee-Calgary, Alberta
At 5 years old Stephen dreamed of ending childhood poverty. Despite Autism, at 15 years old he has helped over 43,000 children through his Backpack Foundation.
Carrie Jacyszyn- Calgary, Alberta
A young Canadian writer who published her first book, Little Mountain at age 10. She gives $1.00 per book sold to the Watoto Ministries. In her public speaking engagements she recounts how she found personal joy through personal difficulties and encourages others to do the same

Conclusion

What will Canada look like in another 150 years? It’s hard to predict. But our next generation is eager and hungry and they have a burning desire to create amazing, wonderful and unexpected things. Support the young people in your neighbourhood. Listen to them. Believe in them. And when future generations are ready to cross the threshold into the next century, all one can say is, “Get Ready World! Here they come!”

Nicole Boyle - Calgary, Alberta
A Power Pilot at 17 years old and one of the youngest Canadian Air Cadets to obtain her Glider Pilot License at 16 years old.
The Sundrops - Swift Current, Saskatchewan
One of Canada’s Youngest, Most Talented Musical Siblings The sibling-based musical group, ranging in age from 11 to 16 years old, created their band in 2013.
Lita Crawler - Morley, Alberta
Lita is a sixteen year barrel racer and breakaway roper who has won several rodeo championships. She learned to ride at a young age on her family’s horses and began competing with her own horse at the age of 10.
Luke Reiten
Luke is a 14 year- old entrepreneur whose business is all about magic, drama and showmanship. It began when he saw the magician, David Copperfield perform his magic show in Las Vegas.
Cosette Swart - Calgary, Alberta
A 6 year-old painter and young philanthropist, raised over $16, 000.00 for Charity Three year old Cosette learned about poverty and hunger by watching her family collect food donations for those who were less fortunate.
Brandon Watson - Calgary, Alberta
One of Canada’s youngest Writer, Actor and Producer At the age of 3 1/2, Brandon asked his parents, what he would have to do to become a filmmaker. He had become intrigued by the special features that were part of the DVDs he had been watching.
Stephen McPhee - Calgary, Alberta
At 5 years old Stephen dreamed of ending childhood poverty. Despite Autism, at 15 years old he has helped over 43,000 children through his Backpack Foundation.
Carrie Jacyszyn - Calgary, Alberta
Her book “Little Mountain” was published at age 10. Her book is about encouraging people that “they can do It”. She she gives $1.00 per book sold to the Watoto Ministries. In her public speaking engagements she recounts how she found personal joy through personal difficulties and encourages others to do the same.