Links - Canada
Société Macdonald-Cartier Society
http://www.macdonaldcartier.org/Société Macdonald-Cartier Society: a non-partisan, independent, not-for-profit organization developed to educate young Canadians about the influence of Sir John Alexander Macdonald and Sir George-Étienne Cartier on Canadian Political Institutions and Process since Confederation.
Aboriginal Healing Foundation Student Program
http://www.ahf.caAHF promotes healing Aboriginal peoples and their communities by providing resources, promoting awareness and nurturing a supportive environment.
Alternatives
http://www.alternatives.ca/en/Founded in 1994, Alternatives hosts international and national programs aimed to build sustainable communities and works for solidarity, justice, and equity the world over.
Association of Canadian Community Colleges
http://www.accc.caA national organization that represents colleges and institutes to government and business entities across Canada and the world.
Better Ballots
http://www.betterballots.toThis non-partisan group is dedicated to exploring options and creating dialogue aimed at making elections representative of Toronto citizens.
Blogs Canada
http://www.blogscanada.caCanadian blogs concerning Canadian democracy, political news and many other categories.
BYTE (Bringing Youth Towards Equality)
http://www.yukonyouth.comBYTE helps create healthy communities where youth voices are heard and creative potential is expressed. They envision a community of compassion and respect.
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.
Canada Helps
http://www.canadahelps.orgThe easiest way to support Canadian charities through your online donations!
Canada Heroes
http://canada-heros.comPresents a research site with photos, biographies, and related links on over 100 Canadians who have excelled in some manner.
Canada Policy Research Networks
http://www.cprn.comThese guys have clout when it comes to public policy research. Their reports land on the desks of politicians across the country. They shape political discourse for the issues of the day.
Canada World Youth
http://www.cwy-jcm.orgCanada World Youth develops international educational programs where young people learn through experience.
Canada's World
http://www.canadasworld.caCanada's World is a collaboration between 15 universities and over 40 organizations that aims to engage Canadians in a conversation about our nation's global role.
Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians
http://www.exparl.caCAFP is composed of former parliamentarians who served in either the Senate or the House of Commons of Canada.
Canadian Commission for UNESCO
http://www.unesco.caA forum for encouraging and fostering the participation of Canadian organization's in UNESCO's mandate. Check out their Youth Network for opportunities to make a global impact!
Canadian Federation of Students
http://www.cfs-fcee.caCFS represents the interests of Canadian university students in Ottawa, and their website is chock-full with info on tuition, student loans, and student services.
Canadian University Press
http://www.cup.caCUP is a national, non-profit co-op. The oldest news service, and North America's only student press co-op, CUP allows student newspapers to exchange stories.
Carrefour Jeunesse Emploi
http://www.cjereseau.org/en/The CJE Network regroups the CJEs of Quebec to promote and defend their interests, while ensuring that the needs of their communities are being met.
Carrefour Jeunesse Emploi of NDG
http://joomla.cje-ndg.com/index.php/en/This non-profit organization offers free bilingual services to young adults in Montreal to support their integration into Quebec society.
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.
CIDA Youth Zone
http://www.acdi-cida.gc.ca/youthzoneThe Canadian government's official international development site for youth! Let CIDA's tools and programs guide you to becoming a more active global citizen.
CITIZENShift
http://citizenshift.orgWith a mandate for social change, this media organization explores important topics in democracy and society.
Civic Access
http://civicaccess.caBuild up our "information society!" Contribute to this wiki site, founded by Canadians who believe the government should make civic information and data more freely available.
Datalibre.ca
http://datalibre.caThis government watchdog is urging politicians to make data free and accessible to all Canadians. The fruits of their labour have created a new library of reports to browse.
Deal
http://www.deal.orgDeal is a tool for youth sponsored by the RCMP that encourages youth to make healthy, informed decisions, and to get involved in their communities.
DiverseCity - The Greater Toronto Leadership Project
http://www.diversecitytoronto.ca/DiverseCity: The Greater Toronto Leadership Project is the combined work of the Toronto City Summit Alliance and Maytree. This project was developed out of the Alliance’s 2007 Toronto Summit “Making Big Things Happen” which was attended by over 600 Toronto region leaders who called for a collective effort to diversify leadership to help the GTA better achieve, excel and prosper.
Do Something
http://www.dosomething.orgThis US-based do-good organization knows that young people are making a difference: you see the need to act, you believe in yourself to get results, and you act!
Dominion Institute
http://www.dominion.caDominion is a national charitable organization dedicated to creating active and informed citizens through greater knowledge and appreciation of the Canadian story.
Dream Now
http://www.dreamnow.orgDream Now is a charity that brings together people and money for the growth of ideas that will do good for the world.
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.
Encounters with Canada
http://www.ewc-rdc.caCanada's largest youth forum! Every week over a hundred teens gather in Ottawa for a great learning experience!
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.
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!
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.
First Nations Youth Network
http://www.fnyouthnetwork.comThis site provides a list of opportunities available to First Nations youth in Quebec and Labrador.
Flyt Foundation
http://www.flytfoundation.org/This non-profit specializes in leadership development, empowering teens and youth to be proactive in the face of social and environmental challenges.
Framework Foundation
http://frameworkfoundation.caFramework brings people to causes and causes to people while encouraging Canadians to be strategic with how they give their time and money.
FYI Canada
http://www.Fyicanada.caThe people behind the popular Canadian youth programs like Historica and Encounters with Canada bring you a multimedia networking site for teens to get opinionated about their country.
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!
Girl's Action Foundation
http://www.girlsactionfoundation.caGirl's Action Foundation provides spaces for girls to speak out, build skills, and create action on issues that are important and real to them.
GIV3 Charity
http://www.giv3.caGIV3 'mission is to encourage more Canadians to be more philanthropic.
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.
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.
Independent Media
http://www.independentmedia.caIndependent Media was created for folks searching for alternatives to corporately sponsored media, as well as those interested in building independent media.
Infoscape Research Lab
http://www.infoscapelab.caThe Lab hosts research projects that focus on the cultural impact of digital code, and works on software development and new media content analysis.
Institut Fraser
http://www.fraserinstitute.orgThis centre-right think-tank conducts research, hosts workshops and provides platforms for dialogue about leading Canadian issues.
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.
Institute for Research on Public Policy
http://www.irpp.orgIRPP seeks to improve public policy in Canada by providing insights and sparking debate that will contribute to decision-making.
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.
Jer's Vision: Canada's Youth Diversity Initiative
http://www.jersvision.orgThese folks support the work of youth to address discrimination in their schools and communities through art, community, education, and youth initiatives in over 40 projects.
Katimavik
http://www.katimavik.orgEngage youth in volunteer service and foster sustainable communities through challenging national youth service programs.
Kickaction
http://www.kickaction.caKickaction is an online community for young women who think for themselves, take a stand and act creatively to bring positive change to their communities and across the globe.
La Rue des Femmes
http://www.laruedesfemmes.comMontreal Herstreet is a community organization that helps women in distress and homeless women get back on their feet.
Leave Out Violence (LOVE)
http://www.leaveoutviolence.comLOVE was founded by a Montrealer whose husband was killed by a 14 year old boy. It is the nation's leading youth violence prevention non-profit organization.
Make Poverty History
http://www.makepovertyhistory.caMake Poverty History has mobilized Canadians like never before on issues related to poverty at home and abroad.
McCreary Centre Society
http://www.mcs.bc.caThe McCreary Centre is a BC initiative that conducts community based research and projects addressing current youth health issues.
McDonald-Laurier Days
http://www.macdonald-laurier.caThis project engages young Canadians to celebrate the birthdays of the former Prime Minister’s and inform them of their accomplishments and legacy in the history of Canada.
Meal Exchange
http://www.mealexchange.comThese students are eliminating the roots of hunger and poverty by addressing hunger through student solutions.
Mouvement pour une démocratie nouvelle
http://www.democratie-nouvelle.qc.caThis group wants to see deep reforms in the Quebec electoral process so that it is truly representative of voters' wishes.
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.
Ookpik
http://www.ookpik.orgA site designed by youth for youth. Ookpik is a gateway to Arctic networks, events, knowledge and more!
Passages to Canada
http://www.passagestocanada.comPassages to Canada is an organization which consists of immigrants sharing their experiences when they come to Canada.
Quantum Shift TV
http://www.quantumshift.tvQuantum Shift TV is a 21st Century storyteller renewing the cultural values of community, care and interconnectedness through the use of leading edge technology and citizen journalism.
Quebec Community Groups Network
http://www.qcgn.caThe QCGN is a non-profit that brings together 32 English communities across Quebec, providing support, enhancing their vitality and development.
Reach Out, Speak Up! Ignite Change Now - Global Youth Assembly
http://www.youthassembly.caIgnite Change Now! This social forum for youth draws together those ages 16-28 from around the world to form new partnerships and reshape conventional dialogue.
Reboot Alberta
http://rebootalberta.wordpress.comReboot Alberta is a progressive blog that provides a forum for the discussion and exploration of Alberta's new political compass.
Rethink Foreign Policy
http://www.rethinkforeignpolicy.caParticipants gather at Camps across Canada to rethink our country's role in the world, connecting business, art, NGOs and government involvement.
Rights and Democracy Student Network
http://www.dd-rd.caThis group provides university delegations across Canada with resources to learn about and promote human rights, democratic development and globalization.
Rights Democracy
http://www.rightsdemocracy.netThe Rights and Democracy Network unites students across Canada, and provides support and resources for human rights education.
Scouts Association of Canada
http://www.scouts.caThe Scouts Association of Canada offers exciting programs for youth aged 7-21 geared towards personal and social development and responsible citizenship.
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.
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.
Spread the Net
http://www.spreadthenet.orgSpread the Net was born in 2006 and aims at spreading awareness and curbing the spread of malaria by providing bednets to African families.
Student Vote
http://www.studentvote.caStudent Vote is a student driven, teacher mentored and community supported project that engages young Canadians in the democratic process through hands on experience.
Students on Ice
http://www.studentsonice.comThis award-winning organization offers expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic to provide students, educators, and scientists with educational opportunities.
Students Without Borders
http://www.studentswithoutborders.caStudents Without Borders is a WUSC project that give Canadian University students the chance to learn and volunteer in Asia, Africa and South America.
Study Parliament
http://www.studyparliament.caThis non-partisan group unites academics, parliamentary experts and civil servants to foster discussion and enhance knowledge about our government.
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 Big Time Out
http://thebigtimeout.comA music festival taking place in British Columbia during August.
The Library and Archives Canada forum on Canadian Democracy
http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/democracy/index-e.htmlThe LAC Forum on Canadian Democracy is a new initiative that brings together resources and expertise to promote study and discussion of Canada's democratic experience.
The Manning Centre
http://www.manningcentre.caA builder and supporter of conservative research, training and communications vehicles.
The Otesha Project
http://www.otesha.caOtesha is a youth-led organization that mobilizes and equips Canadians to make global changes, individually and collectively.
The S.W.A.P. Team
http://theswapteam.org/The S.W.A.P. Team is a non-profit social enterprise with an international presence.
Through its clothing swap event Take Off Your Clothes, the group endeavors to promote sharing as an antidote to overconsumption while increasing awareness of conscious consumerism and providing clothing for those in need.
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.
Visible Government
http://visiblegovernment.caThese guys are pushing to use of and access to easy online tools for Canadians to ensure a transparent and accessible system of government.
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.
Voters in Training
http://www.votersintraining.comVoters in Training is a non-profit or partisan citizenship education program for secondary students that operates bilingually throughout Quebec.
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.
YMCA
http://www.ymca.caThe YMCA is dedicated to individual and community health, serving people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities with programs tailored to the needs of their communities.
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.
Young Decision Makers
http://ydm.engagementcentre.caYDM is a body of youth, young adults, and adult allies from across Canada who work to ensure that youth voice is heard in all types of decision-making.
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 Canada
http://www.youth.gc.caOur governments sponsor more programs and services for youth that you ever dreamed of! Try some out - tax dollars were never spent so well!
Youth Group Games
http://www.youthgroupgames.orgA guide for games which is organized by the number of people playing and their ages.
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 Mine Action Ambassador Program
http://www.minesactioncanada.org/youthThis program provides education and support to youth working towards eliminating landmines and helping their victims.
Yukon Gov't Youth Directorate
http://www.eco.gov.yk.ca/youthdirectorate/index.htmlThe Youth Directorate aims to improve services for, and health of, young people, as well as to increase youth involvement, awareness, and contribution.
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.
