Youth

The Catherine Lalonde Memorial Award will be presented to a graduate student who demonstrates excellence in their studies of structural wood or wood design. The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) invites submission from graduate students in engineering, architecture, wood science and forestry. Research projects must demonstrate direct benefit for structural products manufactured by the Canadian forest products industry.

"The Jobs For Youth Program provides wage support to Island employers to create additional employment opportunities for Island students aged 16 to 29. This program is 100% funded by the Government of Prince Edward Island and administered by the Employment Development Agency.

"The Jobs For Youth Program provides wage support to Island employers to create additional employment opportunities for Island students aged 16 to 29. This program is 100% funded by the Government of Prince Edward Island and administered by the Employment Development Agency.

As a young entrepreneur between 19 and 35, you have what it takes to be successful: motivation, dedication, energy, inspiration, and innovation. BDC encourages your efforts with specialized financing and management consulting solutions. Each year, BDC highlights the outstanding achievements of young Canadian entrepreneurs at the Young Entrepreneur Awards.

In this concentration, you develop the knowledge and skills needed to work as a child and youth care worker. You bring a high level of respect for children and youth to your study and are committed to helping them see their strengths and develop to their full potential. In this field, you often work with teams to design recreational, therapeutic, and social programs for troubled youth. In addition to being compassionate, you must also be firm enough to facilitate therapeutic programs and interventions.

As part of our national program, we are looking for 20 Aboriginal (First Nation, Métis and Inuit) students at the college and/or university level who are interested in a future career with Business Development Bank of Canada. The program is designed to provide business experience through training and mentorship. The objective will be to select candidates that may qualify for permanent employment as customer service officers or account managers with BDC once they have completed their education and are looking for full-time employment.

Flexible financing to get your business off the ground or grow your company.

The Bold Eagle Program provides Aboriginal youth with summer employment that offers a combination of military training and First Nations cultural awareness.

This program provides assessment, consultation, and intervention services for preschoolers who have communication difficulties.

"Junior Canadian Rangers are taught traditional skills, life skills, and Ranger skills. With traditional and life skills included in the curriculum, the community can infuse cultural norms, local language, regional skills, and social needs into the program. It all happens in a fun, friendly and safe environment!"