Youth – Ontario

Culture and Recreation

Aboriginal Youth Achievement and Recognition Awards  

These awards recognize the achievements of young Aboriginals in various fields, including the academic, athletic and artistic fields. The site includes a list of past winners and an image gallery.

Aboriginal Youth in Hamilton Initiative  

The Hamilton Community Foundation offers special projects and initiatives for Aboriginal Youth in Hamilton, including the Native Youth Advancement with Education Hamilton ("NYA:WEH") Program.

Source: Hamilton Community Foundation

For Our Youth  

Source: Constance Lake First Nation

NAN Youth – Nishnawbe Aski Nation's Decade for Youth and Development Office  

This arts competition and exhibition showcases the creative spirit of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation.

Recreation  

Source: Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation

Recreation Resource Manual – Nishnawbe Aski Nation's Decade for Youth and Development (PDF)  

This Recreation Resource Manual is designed to increase Aboriginal youth participation in recreation and physical activities with the aim of improving their health.

Smoky Trail Bible Camp  

Smoky Trail Bible Camp is a Christ centred Bible camp with a primary focus on native young people.

Urban Multipurpose Aboriginal Youth Centre  

The primary goal of the U.M.A.Y.C. is to provide youth with a range of inclusive programs and activities that are locally controlled and designed in conjunction with aboriginal youth.

Source: United Native Friendship Centre

Youth Diversion Program  

Source: Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health

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Education and Training

Aboriginal Youth  

OJEN has developed workshops intended to provide students with justice education opportunities and to discuss Aboriginal Law in the classroom.

Source: Ontario Justice Education Network

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Employment

Aboriginal Student Business Loans  

Describes the ASBL program, which provides loans of up to $1,500 for Aboriginal students who wish to create their own summer business or become self-employed.

Source: Waubetek Business Development Corporation

Aboriginal Youth Business Initiative (AYBI)  

The purpose of the AYBI is to assist First Nations youth in examining potential business opportunities and, where appropriate, develop and establish a small business.

Source: Tecumseh Community Development Corporation

Aboriginal Youth Work Exchange Program  

Source: Government of Ontario; Ministry of Natural Resources

First Nations Natural Resources Youth Employment Program  

Source: Ministry of Natural Resources

First Nations' Youth Programs  

Assists Aboriginal youth between the ages of 16 to 30 to gain meaningful employment/labour market skills/experience.

Source: Sioux Lookout Area Aboriginal Management Board (SLAAMB)

Métis Youth Program (MYP)  

Métis Youth Program (MYP) is designed to provide support to unemployed youth between the ages of 15 – 30 through a number of program options.

Source: Métis Nation of Ontario

Niagara Peninsula Aboriginal Area Management Board (NPAAMB)  

NPAAMB offers quality training opportunities for urban aboriginal youth.

Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation  

The aim of the NOHFC is to work with northern entrepreneurs and businesses to foster private sector job creation while supporting critical infrastructure and community development projects.

Source: Government of Ontario; Northern Development and Mines

Northwest Employment Works – Northern Communities  

This Ontario government program offers a range of services to respond to the employment needs of individuals and skilled labour needs of employers.

Youth  

Source: Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong Training and Employment Centre for the Treaty #3 Area

Youth Internships – Not-for-Profit Fund – FedNor  

Encourages employers to provide young northerners with education-related job experience which would ideally lead to permanent full-time employment with the host organization or another Northern Ontario employer.

Source: Government of Canada; Industry Canada (IC)

Youth Services  

Nokee Kwe provides programs and services aimed at today's Aboriginal Youth. The programs are developed and run by Aboriginal people and respect and incorporate traditional and modern Aboriginal values.

Source: Nokee Kwe Occupational Skill Development Inc.

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Friendship Centres

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Health and Social Services

Aboriginal Child and Youth Wellness Program, The  

Source: Ininew Friendship Centre

Cigarette Smoking and Cardiovascular Risk Factors Among Aboriginal Canadian Youths  

This research project sought to study the patterns of cigarette smoking among Aboriginal Canadian youths and to assess the associated accrual of cardiovascular risk factors at an early age.

Source: Canadian Medical Association

Gen7: Canada’s Aboriginal Youth Role Model Program  

Ka–Na–Chi–Hih Specialized Solvent Abuse Treatment Centre  

Provides a nurturing and supportive environment for First Nation youth who are embarking on their healing journey to wellness of body, heart, mind, and spirit.

Nahsema Boonichikewin: Youth Tobacco Control Strategy  

Nimkee NupiGawaygan Healing Centre  

With a program based on traditional Native teachings and healing practices, the centre is a place of healing for First Nation youth who are dealing with solvent addiction.

Reintegration Youth Program  

Source: Wabano Centre of Aboriginal Health

Spirit Movers and Fire Keepers Youth Program  

The Minwaashin Lodge in Ottawa offers culturally appropriate programming for youth, including life skills training and traditional teachings from various elders within the community.

Source: Minwaashin Lodge

Youth Justice Program (12 to 17 years old)  

A service of Fort Frances' United Native Friendship Centre, this program is sponsored by the Attorney General of Ontario and offers an alternative to the regular court system for first-time young offenders.

Source: United Native Friendship Centre

Youth Program  

The Youth Program of Native Child and Family Services of Toronto provides many services to all Native youth, particularly those at risk, with an emphasis on employment, housing and education.

Source: Native Child and Family Services of Toronto

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Urban

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Youth Organizations and Associations

Arctic Children and Youth Foundation  

This non-profit organization is devoted to addressing the needs of Arctic children and youth as a distinct, disadvantaged and under-represented section of the population.

MNOYC Youth  

Produced by the Métis Nation of Ontario, this page provides the latest news and information on activities, projects, programs and initiatives organized for Métis youth.

Source: Métis Nation of Ontario

Youth Department  

Source: Mushkegowuk Council

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For more information on programs and services available to all Ontario Youth, please visit the following Web site: Youth Connect.