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Liberals take civics-in-action approach with youth councils

Most Liberal MPs have regular youth-group meetings, and some opposition MPs too. Proponents say they help engage young people in policymaking, but critics say they’re more fluff than substance.

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BY CHRISTOPHER GULY
August 16, 2017

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Liberals take civics-in-action approach with youth councils

Most Liberal MPs have regular youth-group meetings, and some opposition MPs too. Proponents say they help engage young people in policymaking, but critics say they’re more fluff than substance.

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