Skills Development (with Youth)

Skills Develoment Projects

Group of children displaying their hands painted with yellow paint, standing proudly in front of a mural that emphasizes community involvement and youth empowerment.

Take Our Kids To Work

The "Take Our Kids to Work Day" program, a significant Canadian initiative aimed at inspiring future leaders, is proud to announce its 30th anniversary. The Students Commission of Canada (SCC) is developing new virtual and in-person opportunities for participation. This year's theme, "Breaking Barriers, Transforming Communities," focuses on empowering youth from diverse backgrounds to engage in meaningful career exploration and experiences. The initiative aims to revolutionize how young people explore career paths and foster community transformation.

#CanadaWeWant Conference. Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Youth Envisioning a Bold Tomorrow. Toronto, Ontario February 29th to March 5th, 2024.

#CanadaWeWant

The Students Commission of Canada brought together 120 youth aged 12-24 from every province and territory, to discuss and design strategies on issues that are impacting themselves, their peers and their community and build the #CanadaWeWant.

Illustration representing the SIFT initiative, depicting a turtle surrounded by diverse people engaging both in-person and virtually, with elements symbolizing connection, belonging, and communication.

#ThisisCanada

A diverse group of young people from across Canada collaborated to improve the high school History curriculum by exploring multiculturalism and social inclusion. They created a workshop guide and engaging visuals, including a virtual reality video and comic book, to share their insights at the #CanadaWeWant youth conference.

This depicts the theme "Adult Allies in Action" under the "Youth Engagement" initiative by the Centres of Excellence for Children's Well-Being. It emphasizes the importance of adults supporting and encouraging young people in decision-making and skill-building.

Adult Allies

Imagine where all young people actively participate in decision-making, supported by adult allies who help them build skills and confidence. Adult allies move beyond traditional mentorship roles to become partners, fostering genuine youth-adult collaborations that emphasize mutual learning and shared decision-making. This partnership empowers youth to take ownership of projects and advocate for their leadership, creating an environment where their voices are valued and impactful.

This a group of youths forming a circle with their hands together, symbolizing unity and collaboration. It's titled "Youth Engagement Toolkit: Module 1: Introduction," produced by the Pan-Canadian Joint Consortium for School Health.

Youth Engagement Toolkit

The CSH Statement on Reconciliation emphasizes the shared responsibility of all Canadians, as Treaty peoples, to foster respectful relationships and address the lasting impacts of residential schools, colonization, and systemic racism that affect First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children. The Pan-Canadian Joint Consortium for School Health (JCSH) supports the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s work and commits to addressing the Calls to Action related to education and health by amplifying Indigenous perspectives and promoting intercultural understanding. By deepening relationships with Indigenous communities and examining issues of power and privilege, the JCSH aims to reconcile shared histories and build a brighter future for all Canadians.

Group of young people gathered in a community room, engaging in a collaborative activity and smiling at the camera.

Save the Children Canada

At a pivotal moment, special boys and girls answered an inner call to embark on a journey of exploration and challenge. As the "Chosen Ones," they aim to raise youth awareness and give a voice to silent issues in their community.

Group of children displaying their hands painted with yellow paint, standing proudly in front of a mural that emphasizes community involvement and youth empowerment.

Don’t Believe the Hype

The "Don't Believe the Hype" Hip-Hop program, created by youth with the support of the Students Commission, empowers young people to engage with issues that matter to them and their communities. This innovative program has evolved into a two-term class curriculum that uses Hip-Hop to facilitate discussion and expression.