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At Youth Ottawa, we believe that actions, no matter how small, could add up to large-scale transformations. This story all began with a video and an Instagram message.

In celebration of our 25th Year Anniversary, our communications team went on an investigative journey to connect with past spirit award members in any way we could.

Mayor for a Day Contest Applications now accepted! Mayor Jim Watson, the City of Ottawa and Youth Ottawa’s Ottawa Youth Engagement Committee (OYEC) are proud to host the Annual Mayor for...

Youth Ottawa is happy to announce we are bringing back our Artistic Mentorship Program with a few minor changes to cater to our current situation in the pandemic.

Youth Active Media program provides teachers with access to digital platforms and online resources to help teach their students how to navigate remote learning, especially in a post-COVID-19 learning environment.

Throughout 2021, the dedication, passion and generosity of our community never wavered. We are proud to share this snapshot of what you made possible.

Youth Ottawa's 2021 Annual General Meeting will held on December 15th, from 6-9 PM in the Executive Boardroom at Bayview Yards

How a partnership between Youth Ottawa & the OCDSB led Gr 8 English Language Development students on a path to success.

As we close off the school year, we are sharing our end-of-school report that recaps the unique student projects that came out of this year!

We're thrilled to announce the 24th annual RBC Spirit Award Recipients! These Ottawa youth are turning awareness into action and inspiring others to become agents of change.

As part of our Active Citizenship Initiative, we’re working with local non-profit organizations, grassroots groups, and Ottawa City Councillors to create short and punchy Community Challenge Videos on an Ottawa-based...

Damien Hébert, an OCDSB student, shares his story as he pushes past challenges and overcomes obstacles to achieve education and career success.

Nominations for the RBC Spirit of the Capital Youth Awards are now open! Do you know a young person who is making a difference in the community? Nominate them today!

Our Executive Director, Ian Bingeman, reflects on his time at Youth Ottawa and our board of Directors welcome Jesse Card as the Acting Executive Director

We've released our 2020 Impact Report. As we made our way through an unpredictable year, we are once again thankful for all the good that came out of the collective...

Youth Active Media ventured into a new space in 2020 by working with St. Francis Xavier high school Music Department. We worked with students on a music video around themes...

Adult High School Students' Present: Eviction, song and music video created to bring awareness to the one year anniversary of the City of Ottawa's declaration of Ottawa's Housing Emergency.

Youth Ottawa's Annual General Meeting will be held virtually on Saturday, December 20th from 5:30 PM - 9 PM. 

Youth Ottawa and the OCDSB partner to bring you the Rainbow Bridges Film Festival - showcasing films addressing topics related to 2SLGTBQ+ life experiences

When I was growing up, I was always interested in filmmaking, but I was never taken seriously.

My name is Abdul Muse and I am 19 years old. This is my story of entrepreneurship and music and Youth Ottawa

Welcoming a new cohort of Amplified Fellows In the summer of 2019, we piloted the Amplified Fellowship with funding from the City of Ottawa’s Community Economic Development Fund, the RBC...

Announcing the 2020 RBC Spirit of the Capital Youth Award recipients The RBC Spirit Awards is an annual event that celebrates the extraordinary accomplishments of youth who are making our...

Youth Ottawa and the OCDSB celebrate the end of Pride Month with videos showcasing 2SLGTBQ student voices In 2019, Youth Ottawa partnered with the Ottawa Carleton District School Board to...

Grads of 2020, we want to hear from you! Classes have all moved online, proms have been postponed indefinitely and graduation ceremonies complete with cap and gown are off the...

Raising Awareness for Climate Change How a civics class initiated an action plan to educate others on climate change Problem Young people are taking action at the local level to...

“I was 5 years old when I learned that even as a child, we have a need for dignity.” My name is Ibrahim Musa and I am 21 years old....

Teaching Pride New Rainbow Bridges peer-led program aims to support youth transitioning into high schools Written by: Jude Ashburn, Rainbow Bridges Coordinator at Youth Ottawa the big picture Rainbow Bridges...

Explore our work and impact in 2019! As we start Youth Ottawa’s 23rd year, we continue to be in awe of the generosity of our communities. Today, we continue to...

Youth Spotlight Nayaelah Siddiqui is a 24-year-old student in her final year at the University of Ottawa. While in school, Nayaelah also works for Global Affairs in the International Platform...

Amplifying the stories of refugees & newcomers Youth Ottawa and the UNHCR have teamed up to share the powerful stories of refugees in Ottawa. We interviewed refugees from all walks...

Philanthropy through the eyes of their daughter Molly Ensom and her parents, Ron and Beverly Ensom, have been donating to Youth Ottawa for several years. Their gifts have included time,...

This month we launched SttARTs (Storytelling through the Arts) in partnership with MASC and the OCDSB - an exciting program that teaches students how to tell their own stories and...

Transforming Young Social Innovators into Young Social Entrepreneurs Youth are the most innovative people around (it’s a neuroscience thing – can’t argue with that!) There are no shortages of economic, social and...

Glebe Collegiate’s Murale on LGBTQ2S+ History “We created this mural to bring awareness to the struggles the LGBTQ2S+ community has faced throughout history. These events are as important as any...

Successfully Engaging Youth in Municipal Government: OYEC 2018 IMPACT REPORT Increasing Touchpoints Between Youth and the Municipal Government Since 2015 Youth Ottawa and the City of Ottawa have partnered to...

Recognizing 16 Remarkable Youth After reviewing a pool of 130+ nominations, 16 young leaders were chosen to take the stage at the RBC Spirit of the Capital Youth Awards on...

Glebe’s DILA Drug Awareness Day “The morning saw all 330 Grade 10 students participate in educational sessions about harm reduction, drug information, consent as it relates to substance use…”​ Youth...

Mayor Jim Watson announces Mayor for a Day contest winners! “The two winning students have been invited to be Mayors for a Day on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Madison and...