Indigenous Voices

Tara Cachagee – Chapleau Cree First Nation

Tara Cachagee
Chapleau Cree First Nation
Participant, Outland Youth Employment Program
Dream Job: Unsure

Tara managed chores, followed camp safety precautions, and treated people kindly during her time in a Green Job in 2021.

Her favourite part was making new friends. And she advised other youth to not restrict themselves from meeting new people.

In 2021, Tara was unsure about what her future holds, but she wants a career that allows her to be outside and in the forest.

Tara also participated in one of PLT Canada’s Green Leaders programs.

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