On May 13, 2026, the NATO Association of Canada (NAOC), the Canadian Lithuanian Youth Association, and the Embassy of Lithuania to Canada co-hosted a panel discussion titled “Baltic and Ukrainian Youth on Security and Solidarity.” The event explored the role of youth in supporting Ukraine’s resistance against Russia’s full-scale invasion, countering Russian disinformation, and maintaining transatlantic solidarity with Ukraine. The discussion also examined what NATO countries can learn from Ukraine’s resilience, including lessons on informational resilience, civic mobilization, and rapid innovation in defence technologies. Read the full event report for a detailed overview of the discussion and key takeaways.
