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C2D2 - Canadian Community for Dialogue and Deliberation
http://www.c2d2.caThese guys are interested in discussing ways of creating and sustaining vibrant communities, NGOs, businesses and institutions.
Centre for Social Justice
http://www.socialjustice.orgCSJ conducts research, education and advocacy on issues of equality and democracy. It works to strengthen movements for social justice in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and globally.
CyberCap
http://www.cybercap.qc.caThis non-profit provides troubled youth an opportunity to learn about and experiment with multimedia to improve their situations.
Democracy in Montreal: From 1830 to the present
http://www2.ville.montreal.qc.ca/archives/democratie/democratie_en/An interactive site examining the role of democracy in Montreal from historical and future perspectives. It's a resource for students, teachers and all those with local election interest.
Elections Alberta
http://www.elections.ab.caEverything elections in Alberta.
Elections BC
http://www.elections.bc.caEverything elections in British Columbia.
Elections Canada
http://www.elections.caAll the information you need to know about elections, both specific and in general, is on this site.
Elections Manitoba
http://www.electionsmanitoba.caEverything elections in Manitoba.
Elections New Brunswick
http://www.gnb.ca/electionsEverything elections in New Brunswick.
Elections Newfoundland
http://www.elections.gov.nl.caEverything elections in Newfoundland.
Elections Northwest Territories
http://www.electionsnwt.caEverything elections in the Northwest Territories.
Elections Nova Scotia
http://electionsnovascotia.ns.caEverything elections in the Nova Scotia.
Equal Voice
http://www.equalvoice.caEqual Voice is a multi-partisan non-profit dedicated to promoting the election of more women to all levels of Canadian government.
Equal Voice Experiences Program
http://www.equalvoice.ca/experiences/kits.htmEqual Voice Experiences provide mentor programs to engage girls and young women to think about their lives in relationship to politics.
Eyes Project
http://www.eyesproject.comThis Canadian non-profit promotes environmental and sustainability education through innovative initiatives for both educators and youth.
Fair Vote Canada
http://www.fairvote.caCanadians across the board are joining FVC to demand a fair voting system! Have your say!
Fedération des Jeunes Francophones du N.- B. Inc.
http://www.fjfnb.nb.caThe FJFNB works toward the development of cultural identity, leadership and community engagement in young francophones and Acadians.
Finaly!
http://www.finaly.caFinaly is a youth driven organization that empowers youth to be active participants in decision-making and implementation in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Get Your Vote On
http://www.getyourvoteon.caGYVO aims to promote voting in provincial elections in BC to 18-34 year olds. They aim to make young people's voices heard by politicians and the media.
Getting Involved
http://www.gettinginvolved.caThis student initiative matches students from junior high to university with volunteer opportunities that interest them!
Grassroots Youth Collaborative
http://socialinnovation.ca/community/members/grassroots-youth-collaborativeGYC is a collective of culturally and racially diverse youth-led organizations whose programs engage youth typically missed by mainstream programming.
Greater Toronto Civic Action Alliance
http://www.civicaction.caThis coalition of civic leaders works with community partners and government to address Toronto's future challenges like housing and the economy.
Green Street
http://www.green-street.caGreen Street offers programs for teachers that encourage environmental responsibility, commitment to sustainable living, and dedication to environmental stewardship.
Horizons for Youth
http://www.horizonsforyouth.orgHorizons for Youth is dedicated to helping homeless and at-risk youth achieve personal responsibility, make positive choices and become empowered.
Independent Artists Cooperative
http://iamcoop.blogspot.comAn artist-run, not-for-profit co-operative established 2002 in St. John's, Newfoundland. They provide workspace and resources to independent artist members.
Institute du Nouveau Monde
http://www.inm.qc.ca/english.htmlThis Montreal-based organization promotes citizenship, civic duty, social cohesion and individual empowerment, and the development of democratic institutions.
Institute for Canadian Citizenship
http://www.icc-icc.caThe ICC is creating a new and vital conversation about our collective vision for Canada through resarch, events and a national network of Citizenship Committees.
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Youth Council
http://www.itk.caThis group represents four Inuit nations across Canada and works to promote their interests with various levels of government.
It's Your Government
http://www.itsyourgovernment.tvYour fast and funny crash course on all things governmental is coming at you through your TV. By the end of the episode you'll be not only entertained, but inspired.
Jeanne Sauve Foundation
http://www.sauvescholars.orgThe Sauve foundation runs an intensive one-year program to develop the leadership potential of promising youth from around the world.
La Federation de la Jeunesse Canadienne-Francaise
http://www.fjcf.caFJCF represents the issues of French Canadians at the national level, and contributes to their social, cultural, economic and political development.
La Maisonnée
http://www.lamaisonneeinc.orgLa Maisonnée works towards the successful social integration of immigrants to Canada from diverse backgrounds.
Mobile Jam Festival
http://www.mobilejamfest.comMJF is an international mobile arts festival for youth aged 14-29. Through out the year youth are challenged to create dynamic media in the areas of mobile film, photography, and music.
National Association of Friendship Centres
http://www.nafc.caThe NAFC unites the members of the Friendship Center Movement, who promote the needs and concerns of Aboriginal peoples to the government and the public.
Nightlife Magazine
http://www.nightlife.caA nightlife magazine featuring arts events that take place around Montreal.
Place Aux Jeunes du Quebec
http://www.placeauxjeunes.qc.caPlace aux jeunes aims to encourage youth to live in Quebec's regions through social engagement, business development and education.
Poli Twitter
http://www.politwitter.caPolitwitter is a non-partisan service that brings together all the Canadian political twitter, making it easy to connect elected MPs & MLAs with the Canadian people.
Resource Generation
http://www.resourcegeneration.orgThis group works with youth with financial wealth working towards progressive change through responsible, strategic financial means.
Rooftop Gardens
http://www.rooftopgardens.caRooftop Gardens empowers city dwellers in Montreal and worldwide to produce their own food while greening their communities.
Santropol Roulant (The Living Labs Project)
http://www.santropolroulant.org/2009/E-livinglabs.htmFounded and run by young Montrealers, Santropol Roulant uses food as a vehicle to build bridges between people and strengthen the local community.
Save our Democracy Meetups
http://saveourdemocracy.meetup.comMeet other local citizens to discuss election issues, screen potential candidates, hold unity caucuses to support national & congressional candidates and more.
Secretariat of the Assembly of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador - Youth Website
http://www.afnyouth.caAFN is a group of Indigenous citizens that works with all levels of leadership to create opportunities for personal development and empowerment for future generations.
Share the Warmth
http://www.sharethewarmth.caShare the Warmth works with Montreal schools and families to alleviate hunger and poverty through a number of seasonal and ongoing programs.
Sierra Youth Coalition
http://www.syc-cjs.orgThe SYC is the youth-run branch of the Sierra Club of Canada that serves as an action centre for youth concerned about the environment.
Social Citizens
http://www.socialcitizens.orgSocial Citizens is a blog and resource centre that provides tools, ideas, and food for thought for media minded people who care about social change.
Social Vibe
http://www.socialvibe.comSocial Vibe is the leading social media utility connecting people with brands, empowering them to engage with sponsors and share branded content with their social graph to benefit a cause of their choice.
SpeakOut Alberta
http://www.speakout.alberta.caSpeak Out provides students in Alberta with a forum for sharing their ideas, experiences and priorities with those making decisions in schools.
Spirit Bear Youth Coalition
http://www.spiritbearyouth.orgThis BC conservative organization advocates for the protection of Spirit Bears in BC forests.
Table de concertation des Forums Jeunesse régionaux du Québec
http://www.forumsjeunesse.qc.caThese guys offer Quebec youth a forum for dialogue and support. They promote involvement in, and offer advice on, local and regional issues.
Take Part
http://www.takepart.comTake Part is a great resources for social, environmental, health and political issues. It regroups a blog, an online community, and opportunities for action.
The Otesha Project
http://www.otesha.caOtesha is a youth-led organization that mobilizes and equips Canadians to make global changes, individually and collectively.
Tohu
http://www.tohu.ca/en/La TOHU is a non-profit with an exciting tri-partite mission involving circus arts, environmental protection and community revitalization.
Townshippers Association
http://www.townshippers.qc.caThis association strengthens and promotes the interests of the English speaking community, and encourages their participation in the community at large.
Townships Youth Link
http://www.youthtownships.caTownships Youth Link addresses youth needs and issues through awards, symposiums, showcasing innovation and advertising career opportunities.
Volunteer Bureau of Montreal
http://cabm.net/en/700The Volunteer Bureau of Montreal's mission is to promote volunteerism to the general public and to provide support services to community organizations using volunteers.
Volunteer Canada
http://volunteer.caVolunteer Canada is the national voice for volunteerism. These guys provide support for civic participation through ongoing programs and special projects.
War Child Canada
http://www.warchild.caThis energetic organization is taking a stand for humanitarian assistance and children's rights worldwide.
Web of Change
http://webofchange.comWeb of Change is a series of conferences that connects the foremost thinkers and do-ers in the growing community of social change and technology from across North America.
What Kids Can Do
http://www.whatkidscando.orgWKCD is an American non-profit that supports and promotes the power of young people, and advocates that their voices be taken seriously.
Why Democracy
http://www.whydemocracy.netWhy Democracy is a huge project that uses documentary films as a starting point for a global discussion about democracy.
You Can
http://www.youcan.caYou Can is a non-profit driven by youth and community volunteers that specializes in youth led methods for non-violent conflict resolution.
Youth Action Network
http://www.youthactionnetwork.orgYouth Action Network (YAN) is dedicated to helping youth become more informed and actively involved in order to move towards a just and sustainable society.
Youth in Decision Making
http://www.theinnovationcenter.orgThese folks strengthen communities by training, consulting and creating materials to help community organizations work more effectively.
Youth in Motion
http://www.youth-in-motion.caYouth in Motion navigates Canadian charities to give young people the tools, skills, and confidence they need for success.
Youth Speaks
http://youthspeaks.orgYouth Speaks empowers the next generation of leaders, self-defined artists, and visionary activists through written and oral expression.
Youth Vital Signs
http://www.youthvitalsigns.caYVS is made up of youth, community partners, and adult supporters doing public opinion research and giving Vancouver youth a fresh voice.
Yukon Volunteer Bureau
http://www.volunteerbureau.yk.caRecognizing the importance of volunteers, these guys provide support to volunteers and the organizations that work with them.
