Meet Una Isherwood from Toronto, ON, a recent graduate from Sault College’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Technology program.
Una is one of the young people across Canada who is taking part in SOI’s Blue Futures Pathways internship program.
“I became a Blue Futures Pathways intern a handful of months ago, and during that time I would hear about various workshops and events that I could attend to broaden my scope and learn more about the field. Eventually, I heard about the Downstream event, which was slated to happen on the final day of the 2022 Canadian Water Summit in Niagara Falls."
Una was able to attend the Canadian Water Summit, including the Downstream Student Networking Event in June, supported by a partnership between SOI Foundation and organizer Water Canada.
“I was able to learn about incredible projects that were happening seemingly right next door to my tiny Toronto apartment,” Una said about the summit.
She said the most exciting part of it all was meeting folks who were also passionate about water and the environment, as well as those who had the kinds of jobs she’s dreamed of.
Una met polar explorer and environmental leader Robert Swan, as well as researchers whose work she has followed for years.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and I would absolutely encourage anyone able to get a similar opportunity to grab it with both hands, you definitely won’t regret it!”
