Programs in New Brunswick

A comprehensive chart of programs in New Brunswick that offer opportunities for youth to explore careers in emergency services and related fields. The chart includes program types, eligibility criteria, and contact information, including email addresses.

Program/Organization	Program Type	Age Range	Eligibility	Contact Information
Army, Navy, and Air Cadets	Leadership, Teamwork, Outdoor Adventure, Life Skills	12-18 years	Open to all youth	Join Cadets
RCMP Youth Engagement Programs	Law Enforcement, Leadership	Typically 13-18 years	Open to all youth; specific criteria may apply	Contact local RCMP detachment for details RCMP Youth Programs
St. John Ambulance Youth Programs	First Aid, Community Service, Leadership	Typically 6-18 years	Open to all youth	Contact local St. John Ambulance branch St. John Ambulance Youth Programs
Canadian Red Cross Youth Programs	Emergency Response, First Aid, Community Engagement	All ages; specific roles for youth	Open to all youth	Contact local Red Cross branch Canadian Red Cross Youth
Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) Youth Programs	Search & Rescue, Emergency Services	Varies	Open to all youth	Contact local SARVAC affiliate SARVAC
Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Programs	Maritime Rescue, Marine Operations	Varies	Open to all youth; specific criteria may apply	Contact local Coast Guard Auxiliary unit Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary
Junior Firefighter Programs (varies by location)	Firefighting, Community Engagement	Varies (often 14-18 years)	Contact local fire department	Contact local fire department
City Youth Police Programs (varies by location)	Policing, Community Leadership	Varies	Contact local police department	Contact local police department
RCMP Auxiliary Program	Community Policing, Support Role	19+ years	Open to adults; specific criteria apply	Contact local RCMP detachment RCMP Auxiliary Program
Youth Engagement Services (YES)	Financial Aid, Life Skills, Transition Support	16-18 years	New Brunswick residents for at least three months; Canadian citizens or permanent residents; unmarried and not in a common-law relationship	Youth Engagement Services
Youth Impact Jeunesse	Therapeutic Group Homes, Transitional Support	8-24 years	Youth with social, emotional, or behavioural challenges	Email: info@youthimpact.org Youth Impact Jeunesse

Key Highlights:

Leadership Development: Programs like Cadets and RCMP Youth Engagement provide youth with essential leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Hands-on Experience: Youth can gain direct experience in emergency services, such as firefighting, search and rescue, and law enforcement, through junior firefighter programs, search and rescue teams, and police youth programs.
Diversity & Inclusion: Programs like the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary offer inclusive opportunities for youth to explore maritime careers.
Community Engagement: Organizations like St. John Ambulance and the Canadian Red Cross provide avenues for youth to engage with their communities, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection.

These programs provide excellent pathways for young people in New Brunswick to explore careers in emergency services, build life skills, and develop their leadership potential. For more information, visit the program websites or contact the relevant department directly.