Youth Futures

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Alumni

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Parents Council

Join our parent council to network with other program parents and follow your child’s progress.

Employers

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Partnerships

Contribute to a growing network of businesses supporting the Youth Futures program.

Mentors

Share your experience and help guide youth through the program.

Our Mission

Youth Futures is supported by partners across the city who believe in providing opportunities to youth from vulnerable communities and promoting…

  • Improved confidence and self-esteem
  • Better leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
  • Academic and employment self-efficacy
  • Improved attitude towards school
  • Demonstrate stronger abilities in the workplace
  • Sense of responsibility and of community
  • Greater financial literacy, awareness of financial resources, and ability to plan for the costs associated with post-secondary.

Since 2008, over 500 youth, living in low-income communities, have participated in Youth Futures

Ottawa Community and Housing Foundation
City of Ottawa
University of Ottawa

Testimonials

See what our youth and community partners think about the program.

  • At the end of the day, you come out of Youth Futures ready for the real world.

    Adam Halawa

    Youth Futures Alumnus (2014), Founder of Ball ‘Till I Fall

More Success Stories

The Program

Youth Futures is a 7 month program that provides skills, information, support and practical experience to succeed in college, university and the work force. We provide (in both official languages) advanced leadership training, a variety of employment positions and a post-secondary experience.

Leadership & Employment Training
Post-Secondary Orientation
Summer Jobs
Volunteer Opportunities

View the Requirements to see if you qualify to participate in Youth Futures

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