Empowering Opportunities for Youth
Build skills. Gain experience. Get involved. Explore your future.
There are many ways to start building experience before you are ready to apply for a career or begin post-secondary education.
This resource provides opportunities for youth to develop leadership, teamwork, communication, first aid, community service and emergency-response skills through programs, volunteering, student employment and community involvement.
Explore the attached guide to find opportunities that interest you. Remember to also check with your local fire department, police service, paramedic service, search and rescue organization and other community agencies, as many offer local programs, volunteering, co-op placements, open houses and career-exploration opportunities.