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Minister Guilbeault welcomes new Youth Council members
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada March 7, 2025 Youth across Canada have the dedication and the creativity needed for bold, innovative solutions to tackle today’s environment, biodiversity, and climate challenges. The Government of Canada understands that delivering meaningful progress on climate action, nature restoration, and environmental protection for all is possible only when young […]
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Helping communities prevent substance-use related harms among youth
From: Public Health Agency of Canada March 6, 2025 No community in Canada has been left untouched by the toxic illegal drug supply and overdose crisis. Efforts to prevent substance use, especially among youth, are critical and this means reaching out to young people who may be struggling with targeted support right in their communities. […]
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Indigenous Youth Roots release report following nationwide survey – Anishinabek News
March 6, 2025 OTTAWA – Indigenous youth across Canada have a drastically different opinion about reconciliation than they did five years ago. That’s according to the results of a nationwide survey that has been released. Indigenous Youth Roots (IYR) gathered data from a total of 1,125 First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth aged 18-29 from […]
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Over $400,000 in musical instruments awarded to Canadian youth through the SiriusXM Soundwaves MusiCounts Community Fund
February 26, 2025 25 community organizations across Canada to receive funding as recipients announced Toronto, ON – SiriusXM Canada and MusiCounts, Canada’s leading music education charity, are awarding over $400,000 worth of musical instruments, equipment and resources to 25 community non-profit organizations across Canada through the SiriusXM Soundwaves MusiCounts Community Fund. The SiriusXM Soundwaves MusiCounts […]
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National Indigenous Youth Charity, Outside Looking In, Launches First Certificate Program in Professional Studies in Partnership with Sun Life
Feb 25, 2025 TORONTO, Feb. 25, 2025 – Outside Looking In (OLI), a national Indigenous youth charity that empowers young people to complete high school through the transformative power of dance, is expanding its slate of educational programming with the launch of a new Certificate Program in Professional Studies, in partnership with Sun Life. The […]
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MCA Welcomes New Youth Council Representatives
February 24, 2025 On Friday, February 21, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held a swearing-in ceremony to welcome the newest members of the Akwesasne Youth Council (AYC). This event marked a significant moment for the community as Cayde Lazore, Starlyn Mason, Iiokonhahes King, and Taylor Day officially joined the council. The new AYC representatives took […]
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Reconciliation findings from one of the largest youth-led research initiatives in Canada – APTN
February 24, 2025 A national organization led by Indigenous youth released the findings of one of the largest Indigenous youth-led research initiatives in Canada. Indigenous Youth Roots spoke with more than 1,100 Indigenous youth for its 2024 Reconciliation Barometer. For more on what the youth had to say about things like culture, language and education, […]
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The Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council (OFNYPC) releases a statement on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day
The Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council (OFNYPC) has released a statement on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day: Many of the factors that increase a child’s vulnerability to exploitation and trafficking are the same challenges that disproportionately affect Indigenous youth. These include mental health struggles, substance use, exposure to family violence, time spent in foster […]
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Government of Canada spotlights first community-based projects to spearhead Canada’s largest investment in improving youth mental health
From: Health Canada February 20, 2025 When young people face mental health challenges, having the right support can make a meaningful difference for them, their families, and communities. The Youth Mental Health Fund, Canada’s largest investment in youth mental health, will improve and enhance access to compassionate care that meets youth where they are at. […]
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From Young Ambitious YouTuber to Marketing Agency Leader and Founder, Young Indigenous Entrepreneur Recipient is on the Rise
Toronto, ON- February 11, 2025- Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) is proud to honour Keenan Beavis as the 2025 Young Indigenous Entrepreneur award recipient, recognizing his growth and innovation, as well as his commitment to mentorship and relationship-building. The Young Indigenous Entrepreneur award is sponsored by Ernst & Young LLP (EY Canada). Beavis began […]
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