Stories from our Frontline Workers: Youth centre thrives with diverse energy and engagement

In the hustle and bustle of the streets of Toronto and its eccentric culture, our youth centre embodies the same energy, with diverse youth gathering in our space coming from different neighborhoods, each bringing their unique personality, culture, and high spirit…” Read more.

- Janica Maya

Network Coordinator, The Students Commission of Canada

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

• Share your Big Brothers Big Sisters story! Learn more.
• Join Girl Guides for friendships, adventures, and activities tailored for girls ages 5-17. Register now for fall season.
• Join the UNICEF Canada U-Report community by participating in their bi-weekly polls. U-Report offers free, anonymous digital platform to share your views on critical issues. Join now.
• Join Kids Help Phone’s Action Plan in building a nationwide network of Champions and Ambassadors to support Indigenous youth. Stay connected.
• Join Starling Community free Peer Mentorship Sep 2024 program to connect with peers, build leadership skills, and tackle stigma through workshops. Join the waitlist.
• Join Junior Achievement Canada updated Success Skills program for grades 8-10 to build a toolkit of transferable skills, enhancing resilience and improving outcomes in challenging situations. Download the Program Sheet.
• Explore careers in agriculture with My Career My Future at 4-H Canada. Deadline to apply by July 23, 2024.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 

• Explore YWCA Canada report on advancing gender equity initiatives and impact across Canada by clicking here.

Get Involved!

• #NACYNetwork Monthly Meetings are a chance to connect to others in the sector! Agenda's are member driven and provide opportunities to exchange knowledge, ask questions, discuss relevant topics and strengthen our community. Register for our July meeting.
• Stories from our Frontline Workers. Help us spread the word about the incredible impact our sectors Frontline Workers have on the lives of young people. Contact Parul to learn more.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

• The Keith Cooper Scholarship is offering ten $1000 scholarships annually to young individuals under Manitoba Child and Family Services Authorities care. Deadline July 15, 2024.

• The Peter Gilgan Foundation supports initiatives that help children, youth, and families reach their full potential. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply here.

HIRING OPPORTUNITIES

• BGC Durham is hiring a Program Coordinator to work with youth and creating impactful programs. Download PDF.

• United for Literacy is hiring Math and Literacy Tutors for a 10-month contract (September 2024 to June 2025) in Nunavik, QC. Apply by August 2, 2024.

• Society of Queer Momentum is hiring a part-time Saskatchewan Regional Organizer to support advocacy efforts for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights. Learn more.