The Good Roots program, founded by Kayla Ford, is designed to inspire Indigenous youth to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Currently, Indigenous individuals represent just 1% of the STEM workforce, highlighting a significant gap in representation. This week-long initiative, hosted at Queen’s University, offers hands-on learning experiences in various fields, including health care. Participants come from remote communities such as Chisasibi in Quebec and Wunnumin Lake and Webequie in Ontario, with travel costs covered by generous donors. The program has seen substantial growth, increasing from 30 participants in its inaugural year to over 100 this year. Feedback from students, like Connor Rabbitskin, emphasizes the program's impact, as they gain both practical skills and a new vision for their futures, including aspirations for university education. Ford expressed satisfaction in witnessing students develop a desire to pursue higher education, marking a positive shift in their outlook toward STEM careers.