Passionate about people engagement and social development, Faye has worked in Canada's Parliament, at the University of British Columbia (UBC), in the venture capital industry, and for the United Nations. Her diverse international and domestic work experience has taught her the importance of global understanding and local engagement, which led her to create GLOCAL, a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to civic engagement and democratic participation in Canada. Faye received her B.A. from UBC and an M.A. from Harvard University. She is a proud mother who is constantly juggling the responsibilities of family, work, and community services.

Faye respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

As the Project Manager for Research at GLOCAL, Yingqiu oversees and manages research projects on key themes of Canada’s political institutions, policies, and democratic processes. She holds a Ph.D. and MA in Political Science from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver. In her spare time, Yingqiu enjoys classical music, hiking and riding, and sometimes creative writing when hiding in a cozy, quiet place.

Yingqiu respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) First Nation.

As GLOCAL’s Project Manager (Outreach & Evaluation), Rohil liaises with legislators, partners and stakeholders, and community organizations to strengthen GLOCAL’s external relations. He also works closely with GLOCAL’s Participant Success Managers to oversee the delivery of the National Youth Service Network (NYSN) program. He is a student at the University of British Columbia (UBC) who is passionate about civic engagement and increasing democratic participation among Canadian residents and citizens. Informing his work at GLOCAL, Rohil's experiences in community outreach and social services have taught him the importance of local engagement as a means to understand global matters.

Rohil respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

Arian Ahmadi has over 20 years of experience under different capacities in sales, event planning, social affairs and management, she has worked with a number of Embassies, non-profit organizations, and private companies. Mrs. Ahmadi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from George Mason University and an M.B.A. from Trinity Washington University.

Arian respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the First Nations, Inuit, Métis and Algonquin Anishinaabeg people.

As a Project Manager at GLOCAL, Joseph is responsible for overseeing the project throughout the entire lifecycle. He graduated from University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Enterprise Management. In his spare time, Joseph enjoys curating recipes, playing video games and exploring Web 4.0 business applications.

Joseph respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabeg peoples.

Dr. Caruana (Ph.D. University of Western Ontario, 2016) is a political scientist whose work focuses on elections, political behaviour and democratic institutions. She enjoys gaming, lifting heavy things and putting them down again repeatedly, food, and furred quadrupedal companions.

Dr. Caruana does not reveal her location for safety reasons, but the entire country is legally and morally obliged to respect that Indigenous nations hold sovereignty and title here, and it is long since time for reparations.

We acknowledge we are gathered on Treaty 1 Territory and that Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline and Nehethowuk Nations. We acknowledge Manitoba is located on the Homeland of the Red River Métis.

As a participant success manager at GLOCAL, Diana works closely with volunteers to ensure success as well as conduct research in order to help educate Canadians and promote civic engagement. Diana is currently enrolled in her fourth year of Honours Political Science at the University of Guelph with a minor in Spanish. In her spare time, Diana likes to be involved in the University of Guelph Political Science Society, read a good book, and find new music.

Diana respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, and Métis peoples.

Christian is a Participant Success Manager at GLOCAL, responsible for assisting with social media and creating content! In university, he graduated from the Creative Industries program at Toronto Metropolitan University and learned about all things design, from fashion to 3D to UI/UX. In his free time, he enjoys reading, running, and sewing.

Christian respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples.

As a recent high school graduate, Gemma is eager to take on the obstacles in post secondary education head on! She has accepted her offer to McGill University and is eager to roam Montreal's restaurants, art, and architecture. Her new role as Participant Success Manager, Social Media is an exciting opportunity that holds a lot of potential in assisting a younger demographic. In her spare time, Gemma loves experimenting in the kitchen with different recipes and cuisines.

Gemma respectively acknowledges that she resides on Treaty 1 territory ,traditional territory of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

As a Participant Success Manager of Data Visualization at GLOCAL, Yuehan collects and visualizes data for Youcount.ca. She graduated from Northeastern University with a Master of Science in Computer Science. In her spare time, Yuehan enjoys hiking with her dog and watching movies.

Yuehan respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples.

As a Participant Success Manager at GLOCAL, Miguel hopes to utilize his background towards the promotion of Canada’s election processes and democratic principles. He graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Business, and hopes to use his acquired knowledge on provincial and federal politics to help GLOCAL promote civic engagement. During his free time, he enjoys skiing, playing sports, or spending time with his family.

Miguel respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.

We acknowledge we are gathered on Treaty 1 Territory and that Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline and Nehethowuk Nations. We acknowledge Manitoba is located on the Homeland of the Red River Métis.

Anna is a passionate highschool student committed to making civic engagement appealing and accessible to youth across Canada through her work at GLOCAL. Devoted to learning as she grows, Anna enjoys reading, traveling and having light-hearted debates with like-minded peers.

Anna respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg, Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nations.

As a Research Associate at GLOCAL, Maira (B.A. Political Science University of British Columbia 2021) aims to engage more voters in the democratic processes of Canadian elections. Maira has a keen interest in the relationship between modern media and political engagement. Maira is currently completing her M.A. in public policy and global affairs at the University of British Columbia. She is always on the move to create interdisciplinary solutions to gaps in public policies, especially those involving democratic engagement. In her spare time, she loves to run, try new food places, and snowboard.

Maira respectfully acknowledges that she resides on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territory of the coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, and is grateful to be able to do so.

As a Participant Success Manager, Research at GLOCAL, Alexia conducts research into the democratic process and policies in Canada, including local governance, climate change, and immigration and refugees. She is an international relations and history student at UBC and is excited to contribute to GLOCAL’s mission of building civic engagement in Canada! In her free time she can be found hiking, baking, or reading a novel.

Alexia respectfully acknowledges that she lives and works on the traditional, ancestral and unneeded territory of the coast Salish peoples: the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations

As a Compliance Officer, Nina researches the legal framework underlying GLOCAL's work and ensures compliance with federal and provincial election law. She is a second-year student in the University of Ottawa and Carleton University's MA/JD (International Affairs) program, and enjoys good books, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends.

Nina respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.

As a Research Assistant at GLOCAL, Bianca aims to deepen her understanding of civic engagement in Canada when transposed into an online setting. She is currently working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of British Columbia. In her spare time, Bianca enjoys gaming, reading, and learning more about skincare and interior design.

Bianca respectfully acknowledges that she lives and works on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

Hadya is GLOCAL’s Data Administrator and is in charge of database management. She is committed to identifying the most effective and efficient ways to deliver accurate and relevant information to YouCount Platform users in order to increase political participation and civic engagement. Hadya is a senior student at the University of Toronto with a focus on social sciences and humanities. She is a passionate social advocate and community worker who believes in collective action in addressing public concerns and alleviating social barriers to be instrumental to democracy. On her own time, she likes to read books, socialize with friends, and enjoys biking along the creek trails of Toronto.

Hadya respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat people. She also acknowledges that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.

Dena is the Overseas Canadians Engagement Officer at GLOCAL. She works to support the engagement of overseas Canadians in domestic democratic participation. Dena is an alma mater of York University. In her spare time she enjoys playing music, reading, and cooking new recipes.

Dena respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Métis, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

As a Research Associate at GLOCAL, Hannah is committed to building avenues of civic participation in Canada, especially in terms of what democratic culture looks like beyond voting. Born in Vancouver, Hannah is a fourth-year honours political science student in the Dual Degree Program between the University of British Columbia and SciencesPo, specializing in the Middle East and the Mediterranean during her time in France.

Hannah respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

As a volunteer at GLOCAL, May aims to raise awareness on the importance of civic understanding and engagement in Canada. She is currently a student at Grant Park High School. In her spare time, May enjoys reading novels, listening to podcasts, and playing the piano.

May respectfully acknowledges that she is located the territory covered by Treaty 1 and that the lands on which we are gathered are part of the traditional territory of the Anishinabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and of the homeland of the Métis nation.

As a volunteer at GLOCAL, Moriah is working as a support for educational programs and community engagement. Currently studying at the University of Ottawa, Moriah is pursuing a Bachelor of Social Science with Joint Honours in Anthropology and Sociology. With a passion for adventure, Moriah spends her free time learning about and enjoying the world around her to its fullest potential by exploring new experiences with old and new friends alike.

I would like to respectfully acknowledge that I am located on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.

As a volunteer at GLOCAL, his aim is to help bridge the gap between Canadians of all groups, including the military, to provide better political engagement for all Canadians. He graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada with degrees in Political Science and History. He is a published academic author with publications on the subjects of Political Economy, disinformation, and healthcare policy in Canada. In his free time, he enjoys writing, tutoring and exploring historical ruins.

I would like to recognize that I am on the traditional territory of the Oromocto First Nations, seized in the Anglo-French war of 1758.