About Us

Y4Y Québec is a non-profit organisation committed to addressing the issues facing English-speaking youth (ages 16-30) across Québec. In addition to many youth-focused programs and initiatives, Y4Y takes pride in publishing multiple policy documents concerning the situation of English-speaking youth throughout the province, holding outreach events that strengthen community at the local level, bringing information to important stakeholders in government, supporting youth leadership locally through, and having fun while doing so!

Vision

We aspire to create a strong sense of belonging to the community so that all youth will feel a part of Québec society.

In other words, English-speaking youth will have a vehicle to take a leadership role in their community, to inspire their peers to become involved and active members of society, to liaise with and engage the French-speaking community, and to mobilise the broader English-speaking community around issues that impact the community’s vitality.

Here is how we are making our vision a reality at Y4Y Québec

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Delivering a platform

to share information on resources, training and networking opportunities, and employment/career services for English-speaking youth (ages 16-30) via outreach to communities throughout Québec.

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Supporting English-speaking youth

in accessing support resources and networks through the help of regional ambassadors throughout Québec.

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Offering networking opportunities

for English-speaking youth in Québec, to include opportunities for engaging with the Francophone majority community.

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Providing a vehicle

for youth to take leadership roles in their communities and inspire their peers to represent the linguistic minority, with the goal of optimising employability, the acquisition of French language skills as well as social and economic integration.

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Creating a strong sense of belonging

to the community so that all youth will feel a part of Québec society.

 

Mission

Y4Y Québec is committed to addressing the issues facing English-speaking youth (ages 16-30) in the Québec province.

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Values


+ Respect | Respect our employees, our partners, our funders, and the youth we work with.

+ Communication & Mentorship | We ensure that our communications are effective and promote a culture of mentorship.

+ Team Spirit | Helping each other and working together.

+ Well-being | The well-being and safety of our employees and the youth we work for is very important.

+ Integrity | We act with honesty and integrity. We strive to know and uphold the highest ethical standards.

History

Y4Y is always seeking new opportunities to collaborate with community and cultural organisations, student associations, government bodies and individuals whose missions may intersect with ours. If this sounds like something you are passionate about, don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Y4Y’s 6th Annual Youth Forum

On February 16, 2023, Y4Y Québec had its 6th annual Youth Forum, where youth from all across the province gathered for a day full of storytelling, art, active listening, leadership, and trivia games. We were blown away by the empathy and warmth we received from participants and chaperones, and we cannot wait to do it all again. Until then, we are thrilled to bring you a little piece of our latest Youth Forum!