The YRA is a group of youth aged 16 to 24 with experience in the government care system. Members of the YRA are trained to carry out research projects of interest to youth in and from government care and the agencies that serve them.
Aka "The YAC"
The YAC is a dedicated, hard-working and diverse group of 15-20 youth ranging in age from 15-24 who want to make a difference in their communities. Since 1995, the YAC has initiated its own events/projects, participated in McCreary’s various projects as well as activities sponsored by other agencies.
The BC Health and Wellness YAC is a diverse group of youth from all across the province. The YAC will provide youth perspectives on topics related to health and wellness to inform BC government decisions. YAC members will play an important role in guiding BC government decisions by raising the views of young people on issues that matter to them. The focus for the first year will be on vaping and tobacco, including related issues that matter to youth.
