Rio Tinto, School District 91 (Vanderhoof), and the University of Northern British Columbia are expanding their partnership to support youth in northern British Columbia. Rio Tinto has donated a total of $400K to support Indigenous youth and students, create culturally safe learning experiences, and pursue higher education successfully. School District 91 (Vanderhoof) will use $150K over three years to support youth engagement programs, while the University of Northern British Columbia will use $250K for its Minds Integrated Youth and Student Engagement Initiative. “By reaching students early – particularly those who may face systemic barriers to post-secondary pathways – we are helping to expand access, inspire curiosity, and create new possibilities for their educational and career futures,” said SD91 Superintendent Anita McClinton.
