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Youth Mental Health Grant
The Kindred Foundation Youth Mental Health Grant is focused on providing financial support to Canadian organizations providing mental health services to Black and/or 2SLGBTQ+ youth across the country. The goal of the Youth Mental Health Grant is to ensure that organizations directly assisting Black and/or 2SLGBTQ+ youth communities with mental health challenges and illness have… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, Black youth, Mental Health, youth mental health
April 3, 2023
Pronoun Usage Guide
This toolkit was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Making assumptions about someone’s gender identity can often lead to exclusion and harm. Learning to ask for and use someone’s pronouns is a small step in treating 2SLGBTQI people with decency and respect. To affirm someone’s right to be addressed the way… View Article
March 31, 2023
Supporting Your Intersex Child: A Resource for Parents and Guardians
This toolkit was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: There is a history of trauma and stigma in relation to intersex variations that stems from coercive, non-consensual surgical and pharmaceutical interventions. The lack of disclosure and autonomy given to intersex people is also a long standing issue. This resource was designed… View Article
Systems of Oppression and Privilege
This toolkit was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: This quick reference provides basic definitions for common terms and concepts related to oppression and privilege to support discussion and further learning.
Tips on How to Practice 2SLGBTQI Allyship
This factsheet was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: Allyship is a verb; it is the continuous practice of doing the work of standing up for marginalized groups. Allyship is not an identity we can claim where we can give ourselves credit for previous practices. Instead, the title of being an… View Article
Responding with Allyship
This factsheet was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: Want to act in allyship but not sure of what to do when you see or hear hurtful or offensive behaviour? Here are some tips and some ideas on how to respond.
Soutenir votre enfant de genre divers
Cette trousse d’outils a été élaborée par Egale. VOICI COMMENT LES AUTEURS DÉCRIVENT CETTE TROUSSE D’OUTILS : Vous commencez à vous familiariser avec l’identité et l’expression de genre de votre enfant. Il se peut que vous vous sentiez déconcerté d’apprendre l’identité de votre enfant, de même que par les informations que vous aurez besoin de… View Article
Supporting Your Gender Diverse Child
This toolkit was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Thank you for being an advocate for your gender diverse child. This resource is meant to help guide you and your child in the Ontario education system. In it, you will find, an introduction to gender identity development, an outline of what… View Article
Adults Supporting 2SLGBTQI Youth
This factsheet was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: Every supportive adult can be a vital resource when supporting Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, and Intersex (2SLGBTQI) youth. Taking on the active role of an affirming adult can be vitally important compared to other lukewarm tolerances 2SLGBTQI youth may… View Article
What 2SLGBTQI Youth in Esports Want: Navigating Cyber Violence and Modes of Gaming Otherwise
This report was prepared by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: 2SLGBTQI youth gamers in Ontario see esports as a liberatory space, but all participants from our foundational research experienced and/or witnessed cyber violence on a regular basis. We asked youth participants how they would feel better supported; here are the results. With… View Article
March 30, 2023
2SLGBTQI Inclusion in Sports: Playbook to Breaking Down Barriers
This toolkit was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Being able to practice 2SLGBTQI allyship in sport starts by understanding the barriers to 2SLGBTQI inclusion and accessibility. This resource lays out the different barriers of discrimination that exist in sports and provides tips and tricks on how to foster a more… View Article
La mobilisation chez les jeunes en contexte de ruralité – quels liens à faire avec la santé et le mieux-être?
La participation active et l’engagement des jeunes dans la construction de leurs milieux de vie sont considérés comme des facteurs clés importants à l’égard de la prévention en santé mentale chez les jeunes. La mobilisation des jeunes constitue un mécanisme d’inclusion sociale essentiel au dépassement de certains défis associés à la ruralité (p. ex., un… View Article
A Critical Perspective on the Canadian Education Gap: Assessing First Nation Student Education Outcomes in Canada
This report was prepared by The StrategyCorp Institute of Public Policy and Economy. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The key focus of the colonial and Western school system has been the achievement of maximum enrollment, which has become an indicator of education quality. Enrollment rates, however, do not adequately capture or reflect outcomes… View Article
Composantes de l’identité humaine
Cette infographie a été élaborée par Egale. VOICI COMMENT LES AUTEURS DÉCRIVENT CETTE INFOGRAPHIE: Ce document illustre quatre éléments de l’identité humain. Les termes associés avec chaque élément continuent à évoluer. In English.
Components of Human Identity
This infographic was created by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS INFOGRAPHIC: No matter what terms a person uses to describe their identities, we all possess the following four components of human identity: Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Attraction, and Assigned Sex. This includes people who do not identify as 2SLGBTQI. The Genderbread Person is… View Article
Mental Health & Well-Being of Students: Three Years into the COVID-19 Pandemic
This infographic was created by People for Education. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS INFOGRAPHIC: People for Education’s Annual Ontario School Survey (AOSS) provides valuable insights about how schools are doing. The 2022-23 AOSS is the 26th annual survey of elementary schools and 23rd annual survey of secondary schools in Ontario. The 2022-23 cycle received… View Article
Inclusive and Affirming Language Tips
This factsheet was developed by Egale. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: Everyday language is often unnecessarily gendered. By shifting towards inclusive language, we can contribute to a more affirming environment that respects the gender identities of all people. Pronouns and names are not the only parts of language marked by gender. Always be… View Article
Honouring Our Histories & Identities: Reflection to Action
I had the pleasure of attending Cree artist Kent Monkman’s exhibit Being Legendary at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) on February 1st as part of Being Legendary: Honouring Our Histories & Identities, an event hosted by YouthREX in partnership with the School of Social Work at York University, School of Indigenous Relations and Indigenous Programs… View Article
Accelerate Her Future Research Study
Accelerate Her Future is conducting an important research study titled “Career Development & Experiences of Black, Indigenous and Racialized Women in the Canadian Workplace”. This aims to better understand the career development experiences of Black, Indigenous, and racialized women at different stages of careers in business and tech roles — what are the barriers, gaps,… View Article
Tags: research project, Research Study, women of colour
March 24, 2023
Find Your Path 2023 Scholarship
This year Find Your Path is providing at least 1 scholarship valued at $500. Eligibility: • First in family to pursue university or college education • Graduating student from a high school in the GTA • Demonstrate financial need Deadline – April 4th 2023 For more information, please visit the Learn more link.
Tags: Funding, post-secondary, scholarship
Identify ‘N Impact Youth Grant Program
The purpose of the Identify ‘N Impact Grant Program is to: Help promote youth engagement and community safety throughout the City of Toronto Support youth to turn ideas into action Support emerging (e.g.: new, small, grassroots) youth-led groups Motivate and encourage MVP youth to become involved in their communities (MVP stands for Most Vulnerable People,… View Article
Tags: community safety, MVP youth, youth engagement, youth-led
Positive Youth Justice: Framing Justice Interventions Using the Concepts of Positive Youth Development
This report was prepared by Coalition for Juvenile Justice. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The concepts and principles of positive youth development (PYD) offer valuable guidance for the design of interventions for youthful offenders. Unfortunately, few programs draw on PYD principles, often for very good reasons. We believe that can change. The most… View Article
March 23, 2023
Gender Justice in Sports: How Leaders Can Engage Men & Boys
From the locker room to the boardroom, leaders in sports have a responsibility to create safer and more inclusive cultures for current and future athletes. How can we leverage the positions of trust we have as coaches, leaders, parents, and athletes to create positive & lasting change? We’re calling on male leaders in sports: athletes… View Article
Tags: gender diversity, gender justice, sports
March 22, 2023
Sister 2 Sister: A Healing Initiative
Peacebuilders and The Neighbourhood Group presents Sister 2 Sister: A Healing Initiative for POC female-identified persons, ages 14 to 18. Join us for 10 weeks of healing and restoration! Every Saturday, starting April 15th to June 17th, from 2PM to 5PM ET. Location: 349 Ontario Street, Toronto Email mfarkollie@peacebuillders.ca to register!
Tags: BIPOC youth, girls, healing, restoration, young women
March 21, 2023
Making My Way Career Guidance Workshop
Value Life Humanitarian & Community Services and Malton Black Development Association, in collaboration with the Peel District School Board (PDSB) and the Malton Women Council, are hosting a career guidance workshop for Grade 8 to 12 students and parents. This is a great opportunity for students and parents to network with various professionals. They will… View Article
Tags: Career planning
Black Peer Facilitators Needed!
The IMARA Generation Project, based out of TAIBU Community Health Centre, is looking for 10 Black peer facilitators to support our train-the-trainer sessions throughout April. An honorarium will be provided for all sessions. The IMARA Generation Peer Leadership Project is a youth focused & developed, culturally appropriate mental health awareness & support program centering Black… View Article
Tags: Black youth mental health, peer facilitator
March 20, 2023
Strategies to Slow & Prevent Youth Violence
Our Evidence Briefs outline practices that can be integrated into program design, development, and evaluation. Visit our Good Youth Work Practices section to learn more! This Evidence Brief summarizes risk factors for youth violence, as well as strategies to build protective factors that can slow and prevent youth violence.
FYI Application Fee Bursary
Are you looking to apply to university, college, or an apprenticeship program this year? If you are planning to attend a post-secondary institution or trades school during the 2023/2024 school year, FYI is offering a bursary to cover your application fees! Requirements are: You must be planning to attend a Canadian post-secondary institution or trades… View Article
Tags: bursary, post-secondary, scholarship
March 17, 2023
T4C Art Activism Gallery
Art Activism Gallery The T4C 2023 Art Activism Gallery and Showcase will be hosted on March 21st at the Toronto Reference Library between 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Join us to see works of art from artists in our community who want to bring awareness to youth homelessness and inspire our community to #MakeChangeHappen. The… View Article
Tags: art activism, art gallery, fundraising
Research to Practice: Movement Based Learning for Youth Employment
Research to Practice Symposium is intended to bring together researchers, practitioners and youth to work together on common issues and catalyze continued collaboration. The event will discuss the case for the incorporation of sport and movement to strengthen employment training outcomes. New perspectives on the role that movement-based learning and sport for development can play… View Article
Urban Work Survey
Are you passionate about making cities better places to work? Youthful Cities wants to hear from you! Take our quick 10-question survey for a chance to win a $200.00 gift card. Your responses will remain anonymous. Submit by March 31, 2023 @ 11:59pm PST. Click on the Learn More to access the survey.
Tags: future of work, Survey, urban, youth-led
Ten Practices for Meaningfully Engaging Youth
This factsheet was developed by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: This factsheet outlines ten practices for meaningfully engaging youth.
March 16, 2023
Youth-Led Impact: 12-Week Program
Join us to help create an art project geared towards social change! At Youth-Led Impact, you and a group of peers will choose a social issue that matters to you and create something to impact change. This spring (2023), our Youth-Led Impact program will be focusing on wealth inequality, and so will spend time thinking… View Article
Tags: after school program, arts program, hands-on, income inequality, social justice
Mentoring Opportunity for BIPOC Youth
And Still I Rise: Anti-Racism & Leadership Program offers job shadowing opportunities for 100 BIPOC youth, who will have the opportunity to work alongside a BIPOC professional for up to one week. They will learn how to create a professional portfolio, interview successfully, network, develop leadership potential, and more. Participants will be offered up to… View Article
Tags: BIPOC youth, mentorship
March 14, 2023
Tutoring Hub for Tutors & Students
Black Tutors Canada is a tutor listing website that allows tutors who identify as Black, African, Caribbean, and of the African diaspora to list their tutoring services on the platform. The site provides a connecting space for current and retired Black teachers, graduates, and professionals with students across Canada. Tutors offer online and in-person tutoring… View Article
Tags: Black student, Black tutor, education, tutoring
Ontario Community Changemakers
8 80 Cities is thrilled to announce the launch of applications for Year 3 of our Ontario Community Changemakers program. Ontario Community Changemakers strives to serve as a launchpad for emerging community leaders and create a network for young civic innovators and public space advocates that reflect the diversity of people and geography of Ontario…. View Article
Tags: changemaker, changemaking, civic engagement, public space, social inclusion, storytelling, youth leadership
March 13, 2023
Child & Youth Mental Health Crisis + The Emergency Department: Using a Digital Health Solution
DIVERT Mental Health is hosting another educational session in diverse ways of understanding mental health, and accessible ways for researching and providing inclusive mental health care using innovative digital/virtual technologies. Our goal is to break down the silos between sectors and change the way we develop, study, and provide mental health research and care to… View Article
Tags: crisis, digital health, emergency, health platforms, Mental Health, online health, youth mental health
How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles – 6 research-based strategies for parents, teachers and friends
It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic. But new research suggests that teen girls in particular are suffering in unprecedented ways. A survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that was published in early February 2023 found that, in 2021, 57% of high school… View Article
March 9, 2023
State of Sport Management: Caroline Hummell
This podcast episode was produced by the State of Sport Management. HERE’S HOW THE CREATOR DESCRIBES THIS PODCAST: PhD Candidate Caroline Hummell* came to talk about program evaluation in sport organizations. We discussed what is evaluation, its importance, why programs should be considering evaluation within their decision making process, program evaluation within the sport management… View Article
Current State and Future Directions for Youth Sport Evaluation Practices: An Empirical Study
The study purpose was to understand the current state and future directions of evaluation within the youth-serving sport sector, given the changing circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Using an exploratory approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 stakeholders who provide or support sport-based youth programming across community to national levels in the Canadian… View Article
Parents of Black Children Advocacy Framework
This toolkit was developed by Parents of Black Children. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Advocacy is a right! All parents, regardless of what school their child attends, have a right to have advocates present with them when engaging with school board staff. Advocacy is historical, anchored in social justice, and a deep part… View Article
March 8, 2023
ResQ Youth 22nd Anniversary Celebration
ResQ Youth International is pleased to celebrate 22 years of providing service to at risk youth in our community. Please join us and special guest speakers: Hon. Justice Irving Andre Patrick Case, Assistant Deputy Minister. Ontario Ministry of Education Hon. Charmaine Williams Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown Peel Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah Abigail Hamilton, Executive Director… View Article
Tags: supporting youth, youth in conflict with the law, youth in crisis
Outreach Open Campus Day
Join us for our Outreach Open Campus Day on Saturday, April 1, from 10AM to 2PM. We invite students in grades 7 to 12, with a focus on first-generation students and those in racialized and underrepresented communities, to explore our campus community through a day of engaging information sessions and activities. Parents and supporters are also encouraged to… View Article
Tags: first generation, post-secondary, racialized students, underrepresented students
Tutoring Volunteers Needed
Parents of Black Children is looking for Black tutors to assist students in our Omo Africentric Virtual Campus. Tutors must be able to assist students ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in the subjects that are taught in the Ontario Curriculum, such as Language Arts/English, Math, French, and Science. To apply, send your CV and… View Article
Tags: Black Families, Black youth, education, mentoring, tutoring
Youth Violence Prevention Grant
The City of Toronto is accepting applications for the Youth Violence Prevention Grant to support the de-escalation of violence in priority Toronto communities. The Grant, which will be open for applications until Tuesday, April 11 at noon, will see $2.2 million in total funding allocated to approved local community agencies in priority community zones that… View Article
Tags: grant, youth violence, youth violence prevention
March 7, 2023
IWD Fireside Chat with Assistant Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development
Alpha Resources Ltd. is pleased to invite you to a celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), featuring a fireside chat with Simone Atungo, Assistant Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development. The title of her presentation will be “Breaking the Glass Ceiling for Women in Community and Support Services in Ontario.”… View Article
Tags: Healthcare, International Women's Day, online event
March 6, 2023
Visioning Transformative Youth Work
Visioning Transformative Youth Work:Collaborative Design DayThank you for being part of the Collaborative Design Day hosted by YouthREX in partnership with the York Research Chair in Youth and Contexts of Inequity held by Dr. Uzo Anucha!We were honoured to host Dr. Tania de St Croix, renowned critical youth studies and youth work scholar, author, former… View Article
March 3, 2023
Quality Standard for Youth Engagement
This toolkit was developed by the Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions (formerly the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Youth engagement is about empowering young people as valuable partners to address issues and make decisions that affect them personally… View Article
March 2, 2023
What exactly is ‘neurodiversity?’ Using accurate language about disability matters in schools
The connection between language and meaning has been well established. The language we use is directly related to the way we view and treat others. Inclusive language is imperative to achieve equitable change, grounded in human rights and social justice. Many countries today have laws protecting against the use of any language that incites or… View Article
Youth Take Charge: Advocacy Incubator
The Advocacy Incubator is a two-day virtual summit on advocacy, communications, and campaigns, featuring incredible young keynote speakers, trainers, and facilitators, including Stephen Mensah of the Toronto Youth Cabinet. Sessions will be led by youth from partner organizations Jack.org, Leadnow.ca, and Amnesty International Canada, and will teach young people about strategy, the tools and tactics of… View Article
Tags: campaign planning, change-making, community building, community organizing, design thinking, social justice, youth advocacy, youth leadership
It Gets Better Youth Grants 2023
Grants of up to $10k USD will be awarded from a $130k USD fund to at least one secondary school in every Canadian province and territory. We want to support educators, administrators, and 2SLGBTQ+ clubs that prioritize the empowerment and wellbeing of 2SLGBTQ+ youth while at school. The grants are funded by the US-based It… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, Funding, grant
March 1, 2023
STBBI Survey 2023
This October, Action Canada will be launching a national STBBI (sexually-transmitted and blood-borne infections) testing awareness campaign to help ensure that youth know where to go for accurate and supportive STBBI information and services. We’d love your help in the campaign creation process by sharing our assessment survey with all youth ages 16-24 in your… View Article
Tags: sexual health, sexually-transmitted, STBBI, STI
10th Anniversary Alumni Panel
Young Canadians Roundtable on Health (YCRH) is celebrating 10 years with a panel featuring three former Executive Directors: Alyssa Frampton, Umayangga Yogalingam, and Andy Hall. Click on the Learn More link for details and to register for this online event!
Tags: health and wellbeing, Mental Health, physical health, Wellness, youth leaders, youth leadership
February 28, 2023
Four Considerations to Support Youth Transitioning to Adult Mental Health Care
This factsheet was created by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: The transition from adolescence to adulthood is a stressful time that is linked with a rise in mental health challenges. This makes the transition from pediatric to adult mental health care critical for youth. However, this transition is often unsupported and disjointed for… View Article
February 27, 2023
Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder – World Bipolar Day Event 2023
The Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder (CYBD) invites you to their annual public education event hosted on World Bipolar Day! This event is open to anyone with an interest in learning more about youth bipolar disorder. A youth patient will share their lived experience, we will hear from Hope + Me, and current research will… View Article
Tags: bipolar, community event, Mental Health
February 24, 2023
In Their Words: 4 Young People Share Experiences with Having an Incarcerated Parent
This video was produced by Youth.gov. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: This video shares the stories of four young women in the United States who are dealing with having a parent behind bars: Alexis, Monique, Madison, and Jessica.
Supporting Newly Arrived Young People from Immigrant & Refugee Populations
This video was produced by MENTOR. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: Facilitated by Layla Younis, this webinar was part of MENTOR’s Collaborative Mentoring Webinar Series (CMWS). Through this event, participants: Gained foundational knowledge of terms such as “refugee” and “asylum” to contextualize some of the unique experiences of newly arrived young people. Learned… View Article
February 23, 2023
A Progress Report on Anti-Racism Policy Across Canada
This report was published by People for Education. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Anti-racism policies are gradually becoming more widespread in Canada. In 2019, the Government of Canada launched a 3-year plan for long-term action towards increasing equitable access to and participation in the economic, cultural, social, and political spheres. At the jurisdictional… View Article
Le décrochage scolaire est-il contagieux ? Exploration du rôle des amis, des partenaires amoureux et de la fratrie
Selon les modèles de contagion sociale, les adolescents fréquentant des pairs ayant décroché dans leur réseau seraient plus à risque de quitter l’école avant l’obtention d’un diplôme. Cette étude se penche sur ce phénomène en considérant l’ensemble des pairs significatifs (amis, partenaires amoureux, fratrie) pouvant influencer la décision de décrocher. Les analyses portent sur un… View Article
Building Back Better: Using an Ecological Lens to Argue for Strengthening Mesosystemic Connections for Young People in a Post Pandemic World
It is a truism to state that across the world the COVID-19 pandemic brought about and continues to cause disruption on a scale not seen before. As the pandemic is still very much ongoing, its lasting impact will take time to fully unfold. This article uses ecological theory to map the impact of the COVID-19… View Article
To resolve youth violence, Canada must move beyond policing and prison
The most recent shooting involving a Toronto high school student this October highlighted a rising problem with gun violence in North American schools. In Canada’s largest city, it raised alarms about how the crisis is getting worse and skewing younger. The recent tragedy is reminiscent of other high-profile shootings within Toronto high schools. In 2007,… View Article
Youth Innovations Test Grant
Are you a youth-led grassroots group or a youth-adult partnership? Apply for a Youth Innovations Test grant for a project designed to support other youth in your community in one of these three areas: Research a new concept or issue Strategize around an issue(s) affecting people you want to support Test a new project idea… View Article
Tags: Community Research, grant, youth innovation
February 21, 2023
Empowering East Asian Youth to Speak Up
When it comes to educating and engaging youth in social justice, there are sociocultural factors to take into consideration, especially when youth are from racialized communities. East Asian youth not only face the typical barriers that other young people do, but they also face historically influenced norms of not ‘rocking the boat’ and the myth… View Article
February 16, 2023
Supporting Youth and Young Adults Using Opioids: Experiences of Family Members & Loved Ones
This report was published by the University of Calgary & CRISM Prairies. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This interview study from the CRISM Prairie Node took place as part of a national project from the Canadian Research Initiative on Substance Misuse (CRISM), with funding from the Emerging Health Threat (EHT) Implementation Science Program… View Article
February 14, 2023
TRACE IV: The TRACE4Parents Study
This report was published by the Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences (TRACE) Research Program (University of British Columbia, University of Calgary & Simon Fraser University). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: TRACE IV is the continuation of the Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences (TRACE), a qualitative, youth-focused research program that began in… View Article
TRACE (Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences) V
This report was published by the Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences (TRACE) Research Program (University of Alberta & University of British Columbia). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: TRACE V is the continuation of the Teens Report on Adolescent Cannabis Experiences (TRACE), a qualitative research program that began in 2006. This study addresses… View Article
The Community Healing Project Documentary Screening
The Community Healing Project (CHP) will begin the Toronto community tour of the CHP Documentary in the Regent Park community in downtown Toronto. This event is a collaboration between CHP Central quadrant lead agency The Neighborhood Group (TNG) and Mothers for Peace Regent Park. The screening event will take place on Tuesday, February 28th, 2023,… View Article
Tags: community event, documentary screening, Mental Health, mental health literacy, resiliency, trauma, youth violence
February 13, 2023
Applying a Trauma-Informed Lens to Program Evaluation
Program evaluation is an applied form of research that can facilitate organizational, program, policy or project improvement. As traumatic stress can be triggered by and/or caused by organizational systems and the people that work within them, it is important to integrate a trauma-informed lens to program evaluation in an effort to minimize (re)traumatization and create… View Article
Mental Health Supports for BIPOC Students
In this webinar, we invite a panel of advisors, directors, and facilitators from various post-secondary Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) support programs from around the country to discuss their programs. We will cover what the programs offer, why it is vital to support BIPOC students, and the panel’s experience in supporting those students…. View Article
Tags: Black youth, campus, Indigenous Youth, Mental Health, post-secondary, racialized youth
Factors That Contribute to the Mental Health of Black Youth
YouthREX Research Summaries ask Just Six Questions of research publications on key youth issues. These summaries get at what the youth sector needs to know in two pages or less! 1. What is the research about? Due to the limited data available on the mental health of Black youth in Canada, particularly with respect to the effects… View Article
February 10, 2023
Right Time, Right Care: Strengthening Ontario’s Mental Health & Addictions System of Care for Children and Young People
This report was published by the School and Community System of Care Collaborative (Lead Agency Consortium, School Mental Health Ontario (SMH-ON), Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions & Children’s Mental Health Ontario). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This resource document offers a collective vision for how schools and community-based child and… View Article
Policy Brief: Indigenous Students
This report was published by the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance (OUSA). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The provincial government has yet to make an open commitment to decolonization efforts and supporting Indigenous self-determination. In order to truly commit to truth, reconciliation, and the advancement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous allyship, the provincial government has… View Article
Learning from Youth Experts: Using a Strengths-Based Approach
This toolkit was developed by Pathways to Education Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: As part of a series highlighting the expertise of Pathways staff, learn about a Pathways student’s journey with their mentor from Grade 9 to 11. Highlighting a popular strengths-based approach used by Pathways staff, this glimpse into a mentor-mentee… View Article
Learning from Youth Experts: Active Listening to Guide Youth Development
This toolkit was developed by Pathways to Education Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: In the first of our Learning from Youth Experts series, a Pathways youth worker with multiple years of experience supporting young people living in contexts of disadvantage shares actionable insights that those in the youth work or youth development field can… View Article
Youth Mentoring: Research on Program Practices
This report was published by Mentor Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: To support mentoring programs’ adoption of evidence-based practices, Mentor Canada conducted a literature review of the research relevant to the six processes involved in delivering such a program: recruitment and screening mentors; training; matching mentors and mentees; monitoring and supporting matches;… View Article
Factors that Impact How Black Youth Access the Mental Healthcare System in Ontario
This report was published by the Pathways to Care Project, Black Health Alliance. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report aims to provide an overview of the findings from the Pathways to Care focus groups. Since the beginning of the Pathways to Care project, we have been fortunate to work with numerous Black… View Article
How Attaining Industry-Recognized Credentials in High School Shapes Education and Employment Outcomes
This report was published by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Conferred by businesses, industry groups, and state certifying entities, industry-recognized credentials (IRCs) are intended to signal that students have mastered specific workplace knowledge and skills. This first-of-its-kind study examines how IRCs completed in high school affect students’ later… View Article
FREE 12-Week STEM Program for Black Youth
Skills for Change is excited to announce a FREE 12-week hybrid after-school program for Black-identified youth, ages 14-18, who have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). What to expect: STEM Training Mental Health Workshops 1-on-1 Mentoring Free Transportation (if needed) Free iPad Loans Career Pathway Development Anti-Black Racism Workshops Fun Events Networking… View Article
Tags: after school program, Black youth, STEM
Sunnybrook Research Institute: Research Associate
Family Navigation Project The Family Navigation Project (FNP) at Sunnybrook is a non-profit program designed to provide expert navigation of the mental health and addictions service system for youth and their families residing in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). FNP is a free service offered through phone and email that uses a combination of clinical… View Article
Tags: family, job opportunity, post-doctoral, Research
Sunnybrook Research Institute: Post-Doctoral Fellow
Sunnybrook Research Institute is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to conduct a research project focusing on navigation for youth with mental health and/or addictions concerns and their families. The successful candidate will work directly with the Principal Investigator(s) and Family Navigation Project management team to assist in research study operations. See Learn More link… View Article
Tags: job opportunity, post-doctoral, Research
Equal Futures 2023: A Gender Equality Summit
The Equal Futures Network, an initiative of the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH), will host Equal Futures 2023: A Gender Equality Summit in Whitehorse from May 17-18, 2023. This second annual event builds off of the success of our first-ever gender equality summit in June 2022 where over 200 champions for gender equality from communities across… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, gender, gender equality, youth summit
TAKE 5: Black Youth Mental Health
This factsheet was created by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: YouthREX’s Beyond Invisible: Black Youth Mental Health was a Youth Work Teach-In for the Ontario youth sector on pedagogies, perspectives, and practices on Black youth mental health, presented in collaboration with Donna Richards, Hellen Gateri, and the York Research Chair in Youth and… View Article
February 9, 2023
Equal Futures 2023 – Youth Bursary Program
The Equal Futures Network is committed to ensuring that young people* in Canada across all geographies, ages and backgrounds can attend the Gender Equality Summit in Whitehorse, Yukon from May 17-18, 2023 to develop partnerships and meaningfully participate in the important discussions that will take place. Applications for the Equal Futures 2023: Youth Bursary Program… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, gender equality, social justice, youth summit
Evidence In-Sight: Engaging First Nation, Inuit and Métis Families
This report was published by the Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions (formerly the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child & Youth Mental Health). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This Evidence In-Sight report involved a non-systematic search and summary of the research and grey literature. These findings are intended… View Article
Canadians’ Perspectives on Climate Change & Education: Teaching About Climate Change
This infographic was created by Learning for a Sustainable Future (LSF). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS INFOGRAPHIC: The purpose of LSF’s newest climate change survey is to assess Canadians’ knowledge, understanding, and perceptions of climate change and its risks, and to explore views on climate change education in Canada. These results illustrate how the… View Article
Canadians’ Perspectives on Climate Change & Education: What Inspires Hope?
This infographic was created by Learning for a Sustainable Future (LSF). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS INFOGRAPHIC: The purpose of LSF’s newest climate change survey is to assess Canadians’ knowledge, understanding, and perceptions of climate change and its risks, and to explore views on climate change education in Canada. These results illustrate how the… View Article
Canadians’ Perspectives on Climate Change & Education
This report was published by Learning for a Sustainable Future (LSF). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The purpose of LSF’s newest climate change survey is to assess Canadians’ knowledge, understanding, and perceptions of climate change and its risks, and to explore views on climate change education in Canada. This survey compares current results… View Article
Substance Use and School: What Youth Want Educators to Know – A Resource for School and System Leaders & Educators About Youth Substance Use and Available Resources
This report was published by Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Having conversations about substance use with students and providing support to students experiencing substance use and/or mental health challenges is a reality for many working in education. Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO), School Mental Health Ontario (SMH-ON), and the… View Article
Usage de substances psychoactives en milieu scolaire : Guide pour les éducateurs et les leaders du système scolaire sur l’usage de substances psychoactives chez les jeunes
Cette trousse d’outils a été élaborée par Carrefours bien-être pour les jeunes de l’Ontario. VOICI COMMENT LES AUTEURS DÉCRIVENT CETTE TROUSSE D’OUTILS : Grâce à une collaboration avec les jeunes, les prestataires de services et d’autres partenaires, les CBEJO ont mis au point d’excellentes ressources sur l’usage de substances psychoactives chez les jeunes. Conçue en… View Article
Substance Use and School: Opportunities to Support Students – A Guide for Educators & School System Leaders About Youth Substance Use
This toolkit was developed by Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Having conversations about substance use with students and providing support to students experiencing substance use and/or mental health challenges is a reality for many working in education. Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO), School Mental Health Ontario (SMH-ON), and the… View Article
First Voices: New Grade 11 English courses can support reconciliation and resurgence by centring Indigenous literature
Last week, trustees from the Toronto District School Board voted in favour of replacing the mandatory Grade 11 English course with a course about understanding contemporary First Nations, Métis and Inuit Voices called First Voices. This comes as welcome news. Since Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) released its final report in 2015 and called… View Article
Hash It Out: The Experiences of IRER Youth With Cannabis and Mental Health
This report was published by The Centre For Resilience & Social Development. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The Hash It Out: Community-based Research on IRER Youth Cannabis and Mental Health project addresses the knowledge gaps in the relationship between cannabis and mental health among immigrant, refugee, ethnocultural, and racialized (IRER) youth aged 18… View Article
February 8, 2023
Focus Groups: Impacts of Public GBV on 2SLGBTQI+ Young People
Wisdom2Action, along with Simon Fraser University, is excited to announce that we are starting our Focus Groups for our Out in Public Research Initiative. The Out in Public research initiative is working to develop an intersectional understanding of how street harassment and other forms of public gender-based violence (GBV) impact the mental health of 2SLGBTQI+… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, gender identity, gender-based violence, public gender-based violence, street harassment
Culturally Responsive Programming
The George Hull Centre celebrates Black History Month by highlighting Culturally Responsive Programming. Culturally responsive programs are evidence-based programs that have been adapted to meet the needs of specific cultural groups. Race, ethnicity, culture, and experience can have a direct impact on how individuals engage with services. Please join us on February 15th at 11:00AM… View Article
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Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity: Deepen Community Engagement
This toolkit was developed by the W.K Kellogg Foundation. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity is a three-part series of practice guides that show how to incorporate racial equity as a core value into evaluation. Evaluators help measure the effectiveness of change efforts that impact the lives… View Article
February 7, 2023
Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity: Diagnose Biases and Systems
This toolkit was developed by the W.K Kellogg Foundation. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity is a three-part series of practice guides that show how to incorporate racial equity as a core value into evaluation. Evaluators help measure the effectiveness of change efforts that impact the lives… View Article
Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity: Debunk Myths
This toolkit was developed by the W.K Kellogg Foundation. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: Doing Evaluation in Service of Racial Equity is a three-part series of practice guides that show how to incorporate racial equity as a core value into evaluation. Evaluators help measure the effectiveness of change efforts that impact the lives… View Article
OCAD Portfolio Training
ArtWorksTO invites media artists who are Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, and/or 2SLGBTQ+ youth (ages 18-29) to participate in portfolio training and to connect with OCAD U creative professionals. In this workshop you’ll learn: How to craft your bio and artist statement Fundamentals on presenting a strong portfolio for education, employment, and grants How to… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, artists, Black youth, Indigenous Youth, portfolio, portfolio training, youth artists
Building Skills for Working with Black Youth
Join DIVERT Mental Health for a professional development workshop hosted by Dr. Kofi-Len Belfon, CPsych. This workshop looks to get mental health practitioners to dig deeper and self-reflect about their practices. The goal is to help mental health trainees and practitioners examine and potentially modify their content and approach in a way that is more inclusive… View Article
Tags: anti-Black racism, Black Families, Black youth, Black youth mental health
February 6, 2023
Harnessing the Digital Community to Center Black Youth Wellbeing
Join DIVERT Mental Health’s inaugural education session! In honour of Black History Month, we are launching our virtual educational series on mental health research and care that integrates inclusivity and technology (accessibility) in collaboration with YouthREX. Panelists Dr. Uzo Anucha (Academic Director for YouthREX), Dr. Carol Wade (Academic Member, YouthREX), and Kamau Davis-Locke (Learning and… View Article
Tags: anti-Black racism, Black youth, Black youth mental health, Centering Black Youth Wellbeing, learning platform, online learning
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