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Diving into the heart of Canadian civic engagement

Forum's National Summit will return in early 2026
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Forum for Young Canadians

Advancing new and innovative opportunities for youth civic engagement in Canada.
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My Canada Project

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Resources

Forum insights seek to evolve and maximize program impact.

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The Forum Experience

About Forum for Young Canadians

For more than 45 years, Forum for Young Canadians has been and continues to be a uniting force, bringing more than 25,000 young people together to connect and learn from each other, deepen their understanding of Canada and of the national decision-making process, and grow their commitment to civic engagement.

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  • Forum for Young Canadians National Summit

    The Forum for Young Canadians National Summit is a week-long, in-person event in Ottawa where youth aged 14 to 18 explore civic engagement, meet national leaders, and build the skills to make a difference.

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    Initiative

    My Canada Project

    An initiative that gives young people from coast to coast to coast an opportunity to reflect on the experiences that have shaped what Canada means to them.

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    Resources

    Check out our latest reports and publications on youth civic engagement.

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