The Young Canadians’ Parliament (YCP) is a growing movement of young people under 18 who are standing up for their rights – even at the highest levels of government.
Launched in 2020, the YCP program educates young people about their rights and Canada’s democratic system. Children and youth also learn how to advocate for themselves and others in their community.
Together, young people are speaking up on the issues that matter most to their generation.
Anyone under the age of 18 who resides in Canada is welcome to apply for the YCP program.
For more information, see the YCP Info Sheet:
Check out the 2022-2023 youth report HERE!
Do you want to speak up about the issues that matter most to your generation? Join the Young Canadians’ Parliament!
Apply by June 6!
“We have arrived at the place in time where the rights of children matter now more than ever. We are seeing a paradigm shift across the world in regards to the elevation of the voices of young people…”
“I believe that standing up for what is right is the most valuable thing you can do with your life. As humans, we have a moral obligation to make the world a better place than it was before we came along, and I believe that it is my responsibility to stand up.”
Did you know our youngest YCP member was just 8 years old! While our programs are designed for children 12 and older, children of all ages are welcome to join! As long as you are passionate about building a better Canada for kids, this is the program for you!
Register using the link in our bio!
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Every child has the right to grow up free from discrimination in their homes, schools, playgrounds, places of worship…anywhere and everywhere!
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Our YCP journey? Alumni say it's a 5-star experience! 🌟 Passionate about making a change? YCP is where it starts. Hop on board and register using the link in our bio
Our YCP program has 5-star reviews from our alumni!
Learn to take action on issues YOU care about by joining YCP today!
You can register using the link in our bio!
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Simi Sahota
YCP Participant
Rae Steeves
Climate Justice Activist and member of the Young Canadians’ Parliament
YCP Participant
“I enjoyed meeting new people from across Canada, I enjoyed learning to facilitate and how technology worked. I loved speaking up to parliamentarians and having them listen. I really enjoyed meeting people with the same attitude and energy about changing the world.”
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Do you want to speak up about the issues that matter most to your generation? Join the Young Canadians’ Parliament! Registration closes September 9. Apply now
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The Young Canadians’ Parliament (YCP) is led by Children First Canada’s Youth Ambassadors and Youth Advisory Council. It is built from a rights-based approach, and one of the central tenets involves teaching children their rights and supporting their participation in decisions that affect their lives. The YCP is open to children and youth in Canada under the age of 18, and involves participants that represent the rich diversity of Canadian society. This project has been made possible in part by the Canadian Red Cross, Government of Canada, Gail O’Brien, TELUS, IG Wealth Management, and #RisingYouth, a program of TakingITGlobal. Special thanks to our partner, Wisdom2Action.
