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Iqaluit RCMP playing basketball with local youth
September 16, 2020 This past Saturday September 12, 2020, Iqaluit RCMP officers Cst. Gregory Beauchamp and his partner were on a regular routine patrol on a beautiful sunny day when they noticed a group of youth playing basketball at the Nakasuk school basketball court. After a brief moment of watching and cheering them on, both officers took […]
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RCYBC: Representative highlights gaps in services for youth who self-injure
VICTORIA – Youth who engage in non-suicidal self-injuries (NSSI) need specialized and nuanced supports to address their complex needs and trauma, B.C.’s Representative for Children and Youth said today, adding that, despite the efforts of families, caregivers and professionals, too often these young people’s needs are not being met. In her new report, A Way […]
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Été: Youth Way of Life Workshop Series
Mid-September to late October — Virtually through Zoom The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting Été: Youth Way of Life Workshop Series this September and October across the province virtually via the Zoom platform. The workshops allow participants to explore different skills and gain a deeper understanding of their Métis culture and […]
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Join the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council: The next PAYC election takes place on September 24, 2020
PAYC members are: Advocates Council members advocate for issues that are important to Indigenous youth, and are passionate about the future. Mentors Council members strive to be role models and help their peers share their voice and be heard. Change Makers Council members engage other youth in their communities and advocate for change they want […]
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Indigenous Youth Virtual Summit: Developing Tools for Success *New!*
Métis youth (16+) are invited to participate in the National Aboriginal Trust Officer’s Association (NATOA) inaugural Indigenous Youth Virtual Summit from October 6-8, 2020. There are 50 free spots* being offered to Métis Nation of Ontario youth on a first come first serve basis! About the event: The “Developing Tools for Success” summit gives Indigenous […]
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NL Government: Child and Youth Advocate Invites Youth in the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community to Participate in its “30 for 30” Awareness Campaign
September 14, 2020 Young people have a unique way of expressing themselves and cutting to the chase. Child and Youth Advocate Jackie Lake Kavanagh is therefore inviting youth from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to help in an awareness campaign with her office. The “30 for 30 Campaign” will release a message a day for 30 days […]
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Government of Canada COVID-19 measures delivering support for young people this fall
From: Employment and Social Development Canada September 11, 2020, Ottawa, Ontario, Employment and Social Development Canada The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact on Canada’s youth, with many seeing their summer jobs, internships and graduation plans disappear. To help our country’s young people during this unprecedented time, the Government of Canada introduced a comprehensive […]
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MNO Youth Council’s ‘Wellness Kits’ prove a self-care success – MNO
While this summer was unconventional in many ways, a group of determined Métis youth made the most of the traditional leisure period by volunteering their time and talents to an inspiring initiative – the creation and distribution of the popular “Wellness Kits.” The Métis Nation of Ontario Youth Council’s (MNOYC) Infinite Potentials Strategy (IPS) program […]
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Roberta Jamieson winner of 2020 Lynn Factor Stand Up for Kids National Award for her impact on Indigenous youth
(Toronto, ON – September 9, 2020) – This evening at Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada Stand Up for Kids Night, Roberta Jamieson was announced as the this year’s winner of The Lynn Factor Stand Up for Kids National Award, which recognizes extraordinary Canadians whose efforts have improved the lives of vulnerable children and youth involved […]
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Local youth runs for top spot – Castanet.net
Vernon candidate is running for Métis Nation Provincial Youth Chair One local youth is looking to make a difference in the Métis community in BC. Shaughn Davoren is running for the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) Provincial Youth Chair, where he can, if elected, make change at both a federal and provincial level. He has […]
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