Senator Andrew Cardozo
Climate investment, opportunities for young people, and the need to match the Assembly’s ambition.
Watch the recording →CYCA Inquiry
Youth climate recommendations in the Senate
Senator Mary Coyle launched a Senate inquiry into the Canadian Youth Climate Assembly’s final report, inviting senators to consider the recommendations and perspectives of young Canadians.
This page brings together her opening address, contributions from other senators, and links to the report and the Assembly’s work.
Opening address
Senator Mary Coyle introduces the inquiry
In her opening address, Senator Coyle outlines the Assembly’s purpose, process, and key recommendations, and calls on parliamentarians to respond to youth-driven climate solutions.
Watch the opening speech →Read the final report
Explore the Assembly’s 23 recommendations on climate risks, oil and gas emissions, and climate accountability.
Read the report →About the Assembly
Learn how 33 Canadians aged 18–25 came together to deliberate on climate solutions and bring their recommendations to Parliament.
Explore the Assembly →What is a Senate inquiry?
An inquiry allows a senator to draw the Senate’s attention to a matter, share information, and invite an exchange of views. It provides a forum for debate; it does not result in a vote or a formal Senate decision.
Learn about inquiries and Senate debate →Contributions from senators
Watch the recordings below to hear perspectives on the Assembly’s recommendations and Canada’s climate response.
Climate accountability and youth leadership
The existing page describes this recording in relation to Senators MacAdam and Hay, covering environmental accountability and youth leadership.
Watch the recording →Senator Pierrette Ringuette
Listening to young Canadians, rebuilding trust, and responding to their recommendations through collaborative action.
Watch the recording →Senator Tracy Muggli
Community resilience, clean energy, and the links between climate action and economic prosperity.
Watch the recording →Senator Jim Quinn
The value of youth perspectives on climate risks, emissions reductions, and accountability.
Watch the recording →Senator Marty Deacon
The role of sport, sustainable infrastructure, and athlete advocacy in climate action.
Watch the recording →Senator Rosa Galvez
Youth voices, climate accountability, education, Indigenous reconciliation, and a fair transition.
Watch the recording →