I want a mentor

In PLT Canada’s Green Mentor program, mentees drive the relationship with their mentors and actively pursue conversations with them. Mentees also develop clear career goals within the forest and conservation sector and reflect on their progress throughout the three-month mentorship match.

If you are accepted as a mentee, you will need to:

• Set a goal at the beginning of the program and submit a proposal to your mentor and the PLT Canada team.
• Come prepared with topics for each mentorship meeting (with support from PLT Canada training materials).
• Participate in skill development and self-reflection.
• Engage in a learning process that will help you develop your career pathway. This process might include webinars and training modules in addition to interacting with your mentor.
• Complete the Career Pathway Plan online course by the end of the three-month mentorship term. You will be guided by PLT Canada and your mentor on how to do this.
• Work collaboratively with PLT Canada to ensure that you and your mentor are satisfied with the program.

To be eligible for the program, you must: 

• Be between 18–30 years old.
• Be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have Refugee Status.
• Be living in Canada.
• Be available to meet your mentor 4–6 hours per month (in person or virtually).
• Want support building your career pathway in the forest and conservation sector.
• Have specific skills or habits you want to improve.
• Commit to the three months of the program and respect the time of your mentor.