In their own words

Thanks are also due to the Child and Youth Officer for British Columbia and all of the staff that offered their time and support when needed and the First Nations Summit’s Tracey Michell for the wonderful support and a helping hand when needed. [...] The responses were similar in every community: Here are some of the "super powers" that the youth would have, and how they would improve their communities: • A lot of the youth said that they would want to fly so that they could fly far from their communities at any time that they wanted, being able to escape and have the option to return. [...] The youth said that knowing and understanding the challenges that they face that sometimes lead to suicidal thoughts and feelings is crucial to understanding and being able to help. [...] Most of the youth expressed that they wouldn't go and talk to a counselor because of past betrayal and they feel that they can't trust them; • Sports in the communities such as basketball, soccer and baseball, benefit young people who like sports; •. Teachers in the communities who provide education and also offer support when needed; • Support and help from counselors that the youth feel they can [...] The youth want to be more involved with them so they can learn the teachings of their people, the language, how to prepare traditional foods, and have positive and respected role models and influences; •. Involvement of parents in their lives and issues.