Now or Never

The kids are alright


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From climate change, to politics, to navigating identity, gender and sexuality — the youth of today are making their voices heard.
So if you're writing off teenagers as a bunch of kids who are constantly on their phones, you'd be making a big mistake.
On this Now or Never: hear from the teenagers of today. They'll show you that the world of tomorrow is in good hands.
Meet a 15-year-old who is cracking jokes and using stand-up comedy to celebrate his identity as a gay, transgender teen.
Hear from a group of Surrey, B.C., students who are dedicated to sharing the experiences of being young and black in 2020.
Hit the streets with the Singh sisters, who are on a mission to feed Winnipeg's homeless.
Drop in on a mental health day at a Saskatoon high school, as teenagers there grapple with a recent suicide.
Grade 12 student Isaac Campeau explores how video games became an escape from, but also a reminder of, his family's struggles with poverty.
Millions of youth around the world are skipping school on Fridays to fight for action on climate change. Hear from a group of Toronto teens at a recent climate march.
And what does it take to be the best 14-year-old basketball player on the continent? Elijah Fisher and his parents talk about finding balance while becoming a sports superstar.
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