Welcome to SPARK

SPARK will create opportunities for meaningful exploration, connections and conversations across various industries and sectors, while developing and building on youth careers goals as the main outcome.

The focus of this event is to encourage all youth to explore various career opportunities, amongst various sectors and industries.

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Our Team

Karen McCarthy

Owner | Managing Director

Karen McCarthy, Managing Director and Founder of Inspire Group, is a member of the Saddle Lake First Nation. Karen has more than a decade of experience providing advisory services to all levels of government, indigenous leadership and the private sector. She is deeply engaged in the community and passionate about youth mental wellness and creating strong leaders.

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Collene Ditchfield

Event Finance Clerk

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Arianna Lapointe

Digital Design Assistant
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Aurora Lapointe

Social Media Content Creator

Rosana Estotue

Event Coordinator

Christine McCarthy

Event Sales Representative

Catherine Mondragon

Marketing & Communications

Contact Us

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