City of Edmonton Youth Council

Bridgeway Connection Services

We aim to educate and empower youth to provide meaningful input and to take action on local issues, and have loads of fun!

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02/19/2023

For those of you who are possibly wanting to look into a way to play a more active part in Black History Month, here are a few resources you might find useful :)

02/17/2023

In recognition of, and to raise awareness and provide education for Black History Month. We will be posting a second part with actionable resources in a couple days.

01/13/2023

With some exam seasons having just finished up, and midterms for others right around the corner, a reminder to take of yourself! Self care is something ideally done daily, but is often neglected as times get busier and busier. Take a moment or two to disconnect and give yourself a break :)
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01/13/2023

With some exam seasons having just finished up, and midterms for others right around the corner, a reminder to take of yourself! Self care is something ideally done daily, but is often neglected as times get busier. Take a moment or two to disconnect and give yourself a break :)
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08/15/2022

YAL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Go to the link in our linktree to access the form!

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08/05/2022

Save the date! CEYC is holding a social justice training on September 15 in collaboration with Norquest college. In this training, there will be countless topics centred around gaining perspectives on different issues and how they relate to society. This interactive workshop allows individuals to gain a deeper knowledge of social justice. The session is free of charge and accessible to anyone - all you need is a device and a wifi connection.

Link in bio to sign up!

07/10/2022

Limited spots – for the final training opportunity of this term, CEYC is partnering with Norquest College to offer a one-time FREE virtual workshop on the Foundations of Social Justice. Join us on July 28 at 6:00 P.M. MST to hone your awareness of concepts related to social justice. Link in bio!

06/28/2022

LIMITED SPOTS: on June 29, the John Humphrey Centre for Peace & Human Rights is offering FREE anti-racism training! Link in bio.

06/25/2022

What is anti-racism and how can you become an anti-racist? Find out on June 29 (6pm-9pm) by signing up for a FREE anti-racism training being offered by the John Humphrey Centre for Peace & Human Rights in partnership with CEYC’s Training and Information Initiative. (Link in bio!)

06/17/2022

COMING UP: The John Humphrey Centre for Peace & Human Rights is partnering with CEYC to offer FREE anti-racism training on June 29, 2022. Link in bio!
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This session aims to unpeel the complexities, misunderstandings and intersection of racism by confronting the foundation of our ideas and the underpinnings and dichotomies. It is meant to be a reflective session where participants are invited to be critical of what we know or what we think we know based on a critical social justice framework. To build an anti-racist society begins within ourselves and is an on-going journey of unlearning, bravery and empathy. From this session we should be able to be more comfortable with the uncomfortable and have a more tangible and clear understanding of convoluted concepts, terms and ideas.

05/31/2022

VCM APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!!! O ur applications to be a Voting Committee Member for the 2022-2023 term are now open, and close on July 3rd.

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Our Story

The City of Edmonton Youth Council (CEYC) is an advisory committee to City Council made up of youth between the ages of 13-23. We contribute to building a society of active and engaged citizens by creating opportunities to connect youth with the civic order of governance, local organizations, and each other.

Mission

Educate and empower youth to provide meaningful input and to take action on local issues and municipal politics.Goals

1. Mobilize youth on local issues through community, events, and projects.

3. Provide opportunities for meaningful participation in Edmonton’s local government.

2. Empower youth through education, skill building, and experience to be active citizens.

Mandate

The Committee’s mandate is to provide information and advice to City Council in relation to issues involving or affecting youth, and performs the following functions:

(a) researches and writes policy proposals for Council’s review;
(b) co-ordinates community events that profile local youth issues;
(c) receives direction from Council on work or reports it requires on youth matters;
(d) develops and maintains relationships with individuals and organizations addressing issues of concern to youth;
(e) promotes initiatives to support the well-being of youth;
(f) educates youth on City governance, procedures and policy making;
(g) provides networking opportunities for youth;
(h) consults with City administration and other organizations supporting youth initiatives;
(i) establishes the General Assembly, maintain the registry of individuals participating in the General Assembly, and oversee its meetings;
(j) if requested by Council, recommends individuals for appointment to the City’s civic agencies; and
(k) informs Council of initiatives of other levels of government that could affect youth and advocates for the City in the manner directed by Council if Council directs.

Location

Edmonton

Website

http://www.ceyc.ca/

Address

Edmonton, AB