Young Politicians of Canada

Youth are the future of Canada.

The Young Politicians of Canada (YPC) is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization that empowers, engages and creates Canada's future leaders. We advocate for more youth representation within our democracy. 

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OPPORTUNITIES:

Become a member of the National Security Task Force

This group will be flying to the White House in Washington, DC to receive a briefing from the NSC, White House and in conjunction with other think tanks then back to Canada to deliver a report to the federal government.

Join the National Youth Roundtable on Legislation

The National Youth Roundtable on Legislation enables young Canadians to review bills and deliver reports to members of parliament, ensuring youth voices are heard in policymaking discussions and legislative action.

NEWS:

Engaging Youth Across Canada with the Standards Council of Canada (SCC)

Youth from across Canada—from coast to coast—were able to develop innovative and robust models for the monetary valuation of climate change impacts with the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) in colaboration with ISO and the Young Politicians of Canada.

YPC and Vote16 Toronto move forward an initiative to lower the minimum age for participation in neighbourhood polls to 16

A motion by Councillor Dianne Saxe plans to lower the minimum age for participation in neighborhood polls to 16 in the City of Toronto. This was led by YPC members from Toronto and across Canada.

Global Youth Partnership

This initiative leverages partnerships with global institutions such as the UN, NATO, and the White House to bridges the gap between Canadian youth and global governance frameworks, ensuring representation in critical dialogues shaping the future on the international stage.

Youth Climate Corps (YCC)

The YCC empowers young people to take action on climate change. A key focus is supporting Bill C-56, the Sustainable Jobs Act, which promotes a just transition to a green economy by creating meaningful, long-term employment in climate-related fields​. Advocacy is continued with YPC members under our cliamte task force.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

The Speakers Series is a year-long program starting in Fall 2024.

Youth-Led

We engage young Canadians aged 14–24 on issues and topics affecting youth in the political world through Provincial Councils, placements, leadership opportunities, and the National Youth Roundtable on Legislation.

Sustainable democracy, youth empowerment, visible change

Placement Program

We offer placements in municipal, provincial, and federal offices. The initiative fosters direct mentorship, enhances policy literacy, and allows youth to contribute to decision-making processes at all levels of government.

Leadership

We build initiative, innovation, socially driven advocacy, and responsibility. Leadership in the YPC means engaging in youth politics as we mobilize young Canadians to be involved in their civic duties.

Outreach 

Becoming a member of the YPC provides opportunities to get involved in Canadian politics and advocate for major political issues in Canada. 

We further encourage members to take on their own initiatives through campus clubs and youth representation.