Youth-Led Projects Creating Impact Across Our Communities

Discover how young leaders are shaping a more inclusive, resilient, and empowered Canada through innovative community initiatives funded by our Microgrant Program. Each project reflects the creativity, leadership, and civic engagement of refugee, newcomer, and Indigenous youth committed to building a better future.

🌿 Mom’s Circle

A healing support group led by newcomer youth for refugee and immigrant mothers coping with grief, separation, and anxiety. This project offers community, wellness tools, and empowerment through shared experiences.

☕ Men’s Coffee Hour

A mental health and social inclusion initiative created for refugee men facing isolation. Youth organizers created a safe space for peer support, open conversation, and connection to local resources.

🥗 Refugee Social Determinants of Health

A youth-led project addressing food insecurity and cultural nutrition through weekly food baskets and a refugee-informed food guide. The initiative promotes both physical health and community belonging.

🏛️ Refugee Parliament Conference

This powerful youth-led conference gathered refugees and migrants to identify civic and linguistic integration challenges and draft a call to action. The initiative culminated in formal policy recommendations submitted to public officials.

🎁 Bridges of Kindness

A heartwarming youth-led initiative that brings joy to underserved children through personalized gift-giving. Refugee and Indigenous youth take the lead — planning, shopping, and wrapping gifts — while building leadership skills, cultural connection, and a community rooted in empathy and generosity.