OUR TEAM

Organizers

Hamish Gullison

Chair

Hamish is a sophomore at Princeton University studying Neuroscience and Statistics, with a particular interest in fMRI research and neuroeconomics. Alongside his academic work, he is passionate about conservation, having contributed to initiatives protecting endangered old-growth Douglas fir ecosystems in British Columbia. He hopes to empower Canadian youth to engage in environmental stewardship through his contributions to LCOY Canada.

Co-Chair

Jacky Tang

Jacky is a senior at St. George’s School who has worked with LCOY Canada and YOUNGO in both 2024 and 2025. His policy work includes econometric research on the demographic impacts of flooding, as well as research in Ricardian trade theory and mercantilism. Outside of policy, Jacky is a poet and visual artist whose work has appeared in the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, Shō Poetry Journal, the League of Canadian Poets, Heimat Review, and elsewhere.

Co-Chair

Jastina Maranjyan

I am in my final undergraduate year of Applied Animal Biology through the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at UBC. My studies have especially focused on agroecology, animal welfare, ocean health, soil health, food sovereignty, and ecological restoration. I currently work in the UBC Martone Lab which studies phycology, evolution, biodiversity, impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems, and many other topics related to micro and macro algae. My goal is to encourage more empathy in young people, especially towards beings we often refer to as pests, weeds, and invasive species, land plants, seaweeds, and animals used in agriculture.

Theme 1

Youth Climate Leadership and Policy Engagement

Nat Liang

Nat Liang is a Grade 11 student at St. George’s School in Vancouver with interests in economics, public policy, and sustainability. He is particularly interested in how policy and economic institutions can address complex social and environmental challenges. Beyond LCOY Canada, Nat has explored these interests through economics competitions and programs including Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS). Outside of academics, he enjoys badminton, cross country, and dragon boat.

Angela Zhang

Angela Zhang is a high school student graduating in 2028. Her passion for dragon boating fuels a connection with Vancouver’s waters, motivating her interest in ocean stewardship and environmental policy. At the 2025 Ocean Conference of Youth, she worked as an organizer and speaker, delivering a speech about recreational boating from an environmental perspective. For this year’s Local Conference of Youth, she will continue her research to focus on the role of recreational boaters as ocean stewardship stakeholders and policies that reduce their environmental impact.

Theme 2

Ecology, Biodiversity, and Conservation

Amos Zhu

Amos Zhu is a student at West Point Grey Academy entering grade 10 with a goal of increasing environmental conservation and biodiversity protection. He hopes to encourage others to become involved in protecting our planet. Through his involvement in environmental initiatives at school and through experiencing workshops and previous COYs, Amos has worked to promote sustainability and environmental awareness within his school and around BC. He is also conservation and the protection of endangered species around the world. Amos hopes that through LCOY 2026, he can inspire meaningful action and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Ethan Bo

Ethan is a Grade 10 student at West Point Grey Academy. As a passionate sailor, he has developed a deep appreciation for the ocean and a strong interest in marine conservation. He is particularly interested in the intersection of biology and marine ecosystems and is excited to organize this inspiring conference.

Theme 3

Sustainable Cities and Low-Carbon Development

Bima Ariyanto

Bima is currently pursuing a Master of Engineering Leadership in Clean Energy at the University of British Columbia. With a background in mechanical engineering, he has over five years of experience in construction project management across major infrastructure, industrial, residential, and commercial projects. Passionate about community leadership, has served in several nonprofit organizations supporting youth and local communities.

George Guan

George, a Grade 12 IB student at St. John's School in Vancouver, works at the intersection of engineering, climate policy, and energy policy — specifically, what it takes to move a building, a school, or a city off fossil fuels and onto clean power. At LCOY Canada he serves as an Outreach Director and Theme Organizer for Sustainable Cities. He is also leading a proposal to install 10 kW of rooftop solar at his school and mentors younger students in STEM through Futurvia Minds Society. He swims competitively, lifts, and does musical theatre.

Theme 4

Green Finance and Youth Entrepreneurship

Hamish Gullison

Daniel Jiang

Daniel is a 10th grader at Collingwood School in West Vancouver with interests in business, finance and politics. He is especially drawn to how green finance and government policy shape renewable energy infrastructure. Alongside his environmental efforts, he competes nationally and internationally in debate, speech and Model UN, and is an active member of his school's business organization, among other causes he cares deeply about. He hopes to help Canadian youth think more critically about the intersection between green finance and environmental stewardship through his contributions to LCOY Canada.

Angela Wang

Angela is a Grade 11 student at West Point Grey Academy whose interests in sociology, science, and urban development are driven by her passion for debate and her curiosity about the ways in which people and their environments shape one another. She is passionate about using research and advocacy to promote sustainability, raise environmental awareness, and inspire meaningful change within her community. Her work has encouraged her to look at the scientific challenges facing communities and explore the social, political, and policy-based solutions needed to address them. Through debate, research, and community involvement, Angela hopes to deepen her understanding of complex global issues and contribute to building more sustainable and equitable communities.

Theme 5

Climate, Environment, and Human Health

Nikita Filanovsky

Nikita is an undergraduate at McGill University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with interests in mental health, patient care, and the intersection between climate change and human health. Through volunteering in mental health peer support organizations and working in a medical office gaining hands-on experience with healthcare systems, she has developed a strong interest in how environmental change affects human wellbeing — a connection she looks forward to exploring further at LCOY.

Aaron Bai

I am a Grade 11 student from Vancouver, interested in the environment, technology, and conservation. I am an avid environmental researcher who is passionate about creating positive environmental change and spreading ideas of sustainable development. In my free time, I spend my time hiking, reading, and staying active in my community. Always curious and eager to learn, I look forward to new experiences and opportunities in the future.

Rianna Peng

Rianna is a Grade 12 student from Vancouver with a passion for science, medicine, and helping others. Beyond academics, she enjoys playing badminton, exploring creative pursuits, and getting involved in her community. As the Prefect of Climate Action, she is passionate about creating positive change and encouraging others to do the same. Curious and eager to learn, Rianna is always excited to take on new experiences and discover new opportunities.