A group of diverse youth. A group of diverse youth.

Inspiring newcomer youth to engage in their community.

Our Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD) program is designed to help newcomer youth engage in their community, make connections, and build leadership and life skills. There is no cost to participate.

  • Group workshops and activities.
  • Participation and access to special community events.
  • Access to health and fitness sessions.
  • Opportunities to earn volunteer hours.
  • Leadership skill development.
  • Increased employment opportunities.

Participants must be:

  • Newcomer youth ages 13Y-25Y.
  • Permanent residents, convention refugees, or protected persons.
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Free events for newcomer youth!

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Get in Touch

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Contact Us

Newcomer Youth Leadership Development Program

Email: nyld@ymcaottawa.ca
Phone: 613-291-1824

Funded by: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Financé par: Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada