The following are feedback involving the Sharing Resources conferences/projects on Child Poverty.

The Honourable Gilbert Parent, Speaker of the House of Commons

" I think it is a good idea that young Canadians can come together in this way from the four corners of Canada and seriously consider one of the major areas where we can improve our nation, that is, to eradicate child poverty. And I think it is excellent that they have given some concrete suggestions that the government can follow. Specifically, I will ensure that our Prime Minister and Cabinet get your Report and encourage them to read it and in that way, hopefully some concrete action can take place in the not-so-distant future. "

George Poroznoy, Dean, University of Winnipeg, Faculty of Continuing Education

"You are doing everything here, that we have been talking about in the faculty and in the educational field for years. It's hands-on, experimental learning with a high degree of integration of technology. "

The Honourable Jean Chretien, Prime Minister of Canada

" When confronted with important issues of the day, people have three choices: lead, follow or get out of the way. While in every generation most people select the latter two, its is clear by their participation in The Students Commission that the delegates have chosen the first. On behalf of the people of Canada, I thank you, and them. "

Dr. Inez, Special projects Officer, Ontario Ministry of Education and Training, Outreach, and Anti-Racism, Access and Equity

" Someone should capture your process. We can all learn from what you are doing. It's a whole new way of thinking, of communicating and of working collaboratively in a hands-on way to create effective educational materials and programs. "

Don McCreesh, VP Human Resources, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

"You have to take ownership of the outcomes if you want to have an impact. I've learned over the past few years that for change to be initiated and stick, it must be driven by those who are involved and those who are committed. Through the means of modern communication, I did have a chance to look at some of the early versions of your recommendations and I want to congratulate you for the excellent caliber of your report. "

Dale Shuttleworth, Executive Director, The Center for Community & Economic Renewal

" You are and exemplary model of hands-on, active learning, a concrete example of Peter Drucker's Third Sector Enterprise. It's models like this that are going to help people move forward into dealing with the enormous changes underway in our society. You are a demonstration model of excellence which people can see and identify with; you have concrete results through your publications and skills development programs. You showcase innovation, creativity, maximum use of resources, magnified by passion and commitment. "

Jakeet Singh, Student

" What sets our work apart is that it's unique. It's us. It comes from the heart of what we do and our experience. What really sets it apart is how effective it's going to be and how young people are going to relate to it. "