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Government of Yukon provides funding to 18 community groups supporting opportunities for youth
03/01/2024 The Government of Yukon is supporting the important role that young people play in shaping the future of the territory, providing over $77,000 to 18 community groups through the Youth Investment Fund. The Youth Investment Fund provides financial support to short-term projects aimed at youth under 19 years of age who may have fewer […]
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Second Call for Proposals – Elders and Youth Grants and Contributions for 2023-2024
The Department of Culture and Heritage is currently accepting applications for Elders Initiatives Grants, Youth and Elders Committees Grants, and Elders and Youth Facilities Contributions. Community-based, non-profit organizations, municipal corporations, and individuals looking for financial support can apply to receive funding in these program areas: Elders Initiatives Grants – Examples of the types of activities […]
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MLA presses for more youth shelters in Nunavut – Nunatsiaq News
Nov 2, 2023 Adam Arreak Lightstone points to hundreds of referrals to family services case workers for child abuse A Nunavut MLA is calling for more safe havens for youth across the territory, citing hundreds of referrals to case workers for child harm listed in a recent child and family services annual report. “I hope […]
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Dance is a ‘safe space’: Youth dance workshop comes to Igloolik – Nunatsiaq News
Sep 21, 2023 Dancer Simik Komaksiutiksak teaches hip-hop, contemporary moves to Igloolik students The dance studio has always felt like an accepting space for Simik Komaksiutiksak. “For me, it’s been a safe space to be able to free my emotions without having to say words, and it’s been a safe queer space,” Komaksiutiksak said. The […]
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The News Forum – 19 Youth, 9 Staff, 2 Social Workers Evacuate Wildfires, But Leave No Vulnerable Youth Behind
September 05, 2023 YELLOWKNIFE, Northwest Territories, Sept. 05, 2023 — Forum Daily News spoke with Home Base Yellowknife Executive Director Tammy Roberts. https://youtu.be/UCodcTMo8Ww Home Base Yellowknife Ensures Safety and Support for Vulnerable Youths Amidst Wildfire Evacuation Home Base’s staff decided to evacuate prior to the official evacuation notice, and began the journey south with 19 […]
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Edmonton charities collaborate with police, government to help youth stay on the right track
EDMONTON, Alberta, Aug. 03, 2023 — Youth in Edmonton have the potential to shape a bright future for our community — but they are navigating challenges that when left unsupported could lead them toward a very different path. YMCA of Northern Alberta (YMCA) and Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & […]
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Inuit youth encouraged by cabin building workshop – APTN News
Jul 27, 2023 A four-week cabin-building workshop in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut and hosted by the Inuit non-profit Ilitaqsiniq, is teaching youth and young men in the community valuable trade skills while getting them out onto the land amid the summer months. The community is situated along the west coast of Hudson’s Bay. During summertime in […]
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15-year-old dancer brings jazz, ballet to Nunavut youth – Nunatsiaq News
Jul 20, 2023 Victoria Greenwood launched the Arctic Dance Company to provide dance lessons last summer A 15-year-old competitive dancer from Toronto is bringing jazz, ballet and other dance forms to Nunavut children and youth. Victoria Greenwood has been studying dance since the age of three and has trained at the National Ballet of Canada. […]
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2023 2nd Annual Northern Tutchone Youth Gathering
July 18, 2023 Selkirk First Nation will be hosting the Annual NT Youth Gathering at Minto GA Site for Youth ages 11 to 18. Youth 10 – 8 years must be accompanied by a parent. Camping is required! To register and for more information please contact Janelle Hager, Coordinator @ 867-335-2983 Dates: July 24th – […]
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Call for Applications for the 2023–2024 NWT Youth Ambassadors Program
July 10, 2023 The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Northwest Territories (NWT) Youth Ambassadors Program. The program provides NWT youth with opportunities to build leadership skills through participation at special events and volunteer assignments. In the past, NWT Youth Ambassadors have attended the Arctic Winter Games, Canada […]
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