Name
Justin Pelan (he/him)
Position/Title
ImaGENation Program Coordinator
Location
The traditional and unceded territory of the sqilxʷ/syilx (Okanagan) Peoples.
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Description
Justin is a multidisciplinary educator, skilled carpenter, and mechanic that is passionate about science, climate justice, and youth empowerment. Justin grew up in Treaty 6 Territory (Edmonton, AB) and currently resides on the traditional and unceded territory of the sqilxʷ/syilx (okanagan) peoples. He is interested in the clean energy transition through sustainable development that is informed by both Indigenous knowledge systems and western science. With a background in Education from the University of Saskatchewan focused on science and social studies, Justin aims to support youth towards their vision of a clean energy future by building strong relationships and empowering them with learning resources that are aligned with cultural values. His hobbies include building science, fine woodworking, producing music, photography, and troubleshooting machines and electronics for friends and family.