Nominate a Young Canadian Leader

VANCOUVER , Jan. 6 /CNW/ - Canada's foremost leadership program, Action Canada , is seeking nominations of exceptional young Canadian leaders in their early career years to participate in our 2010/11 fellowship program.

Up to 20 nominees will be selected to participate in this 11-month program focused on leadership development. Fellows will work together on public policy projects of significance to Canada and attend six intensive three-to-four day working conferences across Canada . They'll also join the vibrant Action Canada Network of Fellows.

This unique experience requires a substantial time commitment and Fellows must undertake the program in addition to their regular employment or other endeavours in which they are engaged.

The 2010/11 theme is "Economic Transformations: Challenges and Opportunities for Canada - what policies should Canada implement to succeed as a strong nation?"

A national organization based in Vancouver , B.C., Action Canada is a partnership between the private sector and the federal government that is committed to building leadership for Canada's future.

For nomination information or to learn more about Action Canada and our fellows, visit www.actioncanada.ca.

The nomination deadline is 5:00 pm PT Friday 26 February 2010 .

For further information: To find out more about the program, contact: Cathy Beehan, CEO, Action Canada, [phone]