@youthfutures.bsky.social
Delivered collaboratively by the City of Ottawa, BGC Ottawa and the OCH Foundation, this 6-month bilingual program provides youth (aged 16-21) living in Ottawa with post-secondary orientation, employment training, work placements and mentorship.
Explore your next steps with Algonquin College this month!
Fall Open House: Nov 8, 10am–2pm
Degree Discovery: Nov 19, 5–7pm
Your future starts here. Don’t miss your chance to ask questions, connect with students, and explore what’s possible.
#Ottawa #College #Education #Career #University
Ready to make a difference? Join CoLab Youth today! Help design workshops, lead peers & shape your own path to post-secondary. Open to ages 16–24. Successful candidates will be hired as Human-Centred Design Lab interns at Algonquin College, earning $23/hour for approximately 20 hours of work.
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Êtes-vous prêt à rejoindre Avenir Jeunesse ? Si vous avez entre 16-21 ans, que vous êtes prêt à acquérir de nouvelles compétences et à vous préparer pour l'université, ce programme est fait pour vous. Postuler avant le 31 décembre.
Postulez dès maintenant : https://ow.ly/FM4P50XkXu0
#Ottawa
Applications for the 2026 Youth Futures program are now open! If you’re 16-21 years old, ready to develop new skills & prepare for college or university, this program is for you. Applications close Dec 31, 2025.
Apply now: https://ottawa.ca/en/family-and-social-services/youth-0/youth-futures-open
Calling all changemakers! Have an idea to make your community stronger? The #Youth Leadership for Change program by the Social Planning Council of #Ottawa is offering micro-grants ($500–$5,000) to help bring your vision to life. Lead the change today!
Apply now: spcottawa.on.ca/youth-leader...
Calling all students! Join the Nokia Career Curious Q&A on Monday, October 6 from 12–1:30 PM EST. Chat live with Nokia professionals, learn about Co-op & internship opportunities, get tips on resumes, interviews, and more.
Register and join here: nokia.career-inspiration.com/live-chat/38...
Vous vous intéressez au droit ? Rejoignez la BLSA uOttawa le 4 oct. pour See Yourself Here : une journée pour les étudiants noirs & issus de minorités visibles avec panels, mentorat et visite de la faculté.
Inscrivez-vous avant le 17 septembre : www.eventbrite.ca/e/blsa-uotta...
Interested in law? Join BLSA @uottawa.ca ’s See Yourself Here on Oct 4! A day for Black & visible minority students to explore legal studies through panels, mentorship & a tour of the Faculty of Law.
Register by Sept 17: www.eventbrite.ca/e/blsa-uotta...
#Youth #Law #Career #Ottawa
We saw some glowing graduates and proud parents at Youth Futures Graduation last week! So nice to see how this program helps youth grow and thrive.
#Youth #Graduation #Education #Employment #CareerDevelopment #Growth
The Fashion Show is one of the biggest highlights of the Youth Futures Graduation Night. It's a vibrant display of the confidence & style, and a celebration of the cultural diversity that defines this program! Here's a peek at some of the best shots of the night!
#Ottawa #Community #Youth
Our team had the pleasure of joining youth and program partners BGC Ottawa & @en.ottawa.ca last night to celebrate the @youthfutures.bsky.social Class of 2025! 🎓✨
Congratulations to all the graduates! We wish you every success as you walk towards a bright future.
#Ottawa #Community #Youth
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Thanks also to our post-secondary partners, & @teksystems.bsky.social for volunteering. Thank you @mayormarksutcliffe.bsky.social, @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social, @lauradudas.bsky.social, @rawlson.bsky.social & @seandevine9.bsky.social for your support.
The future is bright! ✨
#Youth #Ottawa
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Congrats to the Youth Futures Class of 2025! Last night we celebrated the hard work and dedication of our graduates & their families 🌟
Thank you to our collaborators BGC Ottawa, @en.ottawa.ca, @ochfoundation.bsky.social, our funders RBC, Peter Gilgan Foundation, Rogers & Rideau Hall Foundation
Through Youth Futures, students like Davina gain meaningful placements where they can give back to their #community. Watch this video to see how youth give back to the local community through the #skills and experience our program helps nurture.
#Ottawa #youth #mentorship #jobs #careerdevelopment
🌈 This morning, the OCH Foundation team joined the @och-lco.bsky.social team as they raised the Pride flag to mark #CapitalPride2025. This flag is a symbol of our ongoing commitment to creating #inclusive & #diverse communities where everyone feels at home.
#Ottawa @stephaneoch.bsky.social
It’s game time! Our summer student and @youthfutures.bsky.social star Davina takes the mic to host the ultimate Pack-a-Sack showdown: Lindsey vs Traci Spour-Lafrance in a high-stakes, high-speed backpack battle.🔥
One packed the win and the other packed… well, a lot of school supplies! 😜
#Ottawa
The excitement of receiving a new backpack is about more than just fresh supplies- it’s the hope of a year filled with fun & learning.
Not every kid gets to feel that.
Help us bring that joy to 2,000+ kids living in @och-lco.bsky.social.
Donate today: acahhplr.donorsupport.co/page/FUNCZRZ...
Les participants à Avenier Jeunesse ont eu un aperçu direct de la vie #universitaire à College La Cité - en visitant le campus, en établissant des liens avec le personnel et en découvrant de nouvelles voies pour leurs études et leurs #carrières !
#CareerDevelopment #College #University
Youth Futures participants got a first-hand look at college life at @collegelacite.bsky.social- touring the campus, connecting with staff & discovering new pathways for their #education & careers! We’re all about opening doors, building confidence, & helping #youth shape their own #futures.
#Ottawa
Notre deuxième tournoi annuel de basket-ball Avenir Jeunesse a réuni des jeunes pour jouer, créer des liens et grandir en équipe, tant sur le terrain qu'en dehors. Ensemble, nous formons les champions de demain ! 🌟🙌
10.07.2025 12:41 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Our 2nd Annual Youth Futures Basketball Tournament brought young people together to play, connect & grow as a team, both on & off the court. Together we’re nurturing the champions of the future! 🌟🙌
#Ottawa #Youth #Basketball #Sports #Career #Education #Mentorship
Participants à Avenir Jeunesse ont pu découvrir la vie universitaire de l'intérieur grâce à des ateliers pratiques. En explorant les programmes, en posant de grandes questions et en imaginant ce qui est possible, nos jeunes font les prochains pas vers un avenir brillant.
#Ottawa #Education #Career
Youth Futures participants got an inside look at university life in UOttawa with hands-on workshops! Exploring programs, asking big questions & imagining what’s possible, our youth are taking the next steps toward bright futures. #Ottawa #Education #University #CareerGoals
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Today we celebrate the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and chosen father figures who show up with kindness, patience, and love. Happy Father’s Day to all who nurture and guide. 💙
#FathersDay #Ottawa #Community #Family #AffordableHousing
Theresa Kavanagh, Stéphane Giguère, Marty Carr, Riley Brockington and Jeff pose for a selfie at the event.
Amy, Stéphane and Theresa pose in front of boxes of food.
The Principal at General Vanier speaks on a stage with some of her students.
Khalsa Aid, the OCH Foundation, Ottawa Food Bank, OCDSB and others have completed a MASSIVE food haul, revealed today.
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Un ÉNORME MERCI à :
Manock Lual – PrezDential Basketball
Saeed, Taha & Bradley – @ochfoundation.bsky.social
Patrick Twagirayezu & Phedely Ariste
Yasmine Touijer – FSWEP
Merci à toutes les personnes présentes. Nos jeunes sont repartis inspirés, informés et prêts à relever les défis à venir !
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Notre Salon des ressources a été un immense succès ! Nous avons eu l'honneur d'accueillir des intervenants incroyables qui ont partagé leurs connaissances, leur inspiration et des opportunités précieuses avec nos jeunes.
#Ottawa #Careers #AvenirJeunesse
A huge THANK YOU to:
Manock Lual – PrezDential Basketball
Saeed, Taha & Bradley – @ochfoundation.bsky.social
Patrick Twagirayezu & Phedely Ariste
Yasmine Touijer – FSWEP
Thank you to everyone. Our youth left feeling inspired, informed, and ready to take on what’s next!
#YouthPrograms #Careers
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Our Resource Fair was a huge success! We were honored to host an incredible lineup of speakers who shared knowledge, inspiration, and opportunities with our youth. We would like to thank all of our Resource fair guests for giving our youths the opportunity to engage with employers
#Youth #Ottawa
Eid Mubarak! Wishing peace, joy, and countless blessings to everyone celebrating. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and community. 🌙✨
#EidMubarak #Ottawa #Community #Housing
