The Jr. GameChanger Program is a 7-month national leadership and mentorship experience for female athletes aged 14–18. Developed under CanWaCH’s FuelHER initiative and in partnership with Olympic champion Hayley Wickenheiser, the program empowers young athletes to turn the skills they learn from sport into real-world impact.

Over seven months, participants will:

• Build confidence and public speaking skills
• Engage with mentors and national leaders in sport and health
• Explore how sport connects to equity, empowerment and global citizenship
• Collaborate with peers on a youth-led advocacy project focused on health, nutrition or girls’ empowerment

The program complements athletic commitments and is primarily virtual, with structured but manageable touchpoints throughout the year.

Selection is application-based, with a focus on young women who demonstrate leadership potential, community involvement and a passion for sport and social impact.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!