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This is a great job opportunity for students and a great way for students to earn 2 credits. Students will be paid $16.55 per hour, which is higher than the student minimum wage! The application is due March 19 at 11:59pm.
VersaFi JSD Spring 2025_Flyer v1_Toronto (1).pdf
Free event for young women in grade 11 & 12 - April 15, 2025 for students to spend a day downtown in the financial district and learn more about careers in finance.!
VersaFi (formerly WCM) is a non-profit organization committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion throughout the finance industry.
Job Shadow Day is a free, day-long event, featuring interactive workshops, networking and mentoring sessions, presentations profiling women with diverse careers in finance, and an afternoon of job shadowing with a mentor who works in the industry.
ACADEMIC
U of T Youth Summer Program in Law or Medicine
U of T Summer Mentorship Program for Health Sciences-How to Apply. Application 2023 found here
U of T Summer Mentorship Program for Health Sciences
U of T Blueprint Engineering Outreach for Black students in Grades 10 and 11
U of T STEAM Design Program
If you want to experience what it is like to be a U of T student, Click here to explore the different summer Pre-University Programs.
Ontario Science Centre Science School
University of Waterloo Quantum School for Yong Students
STEAM: Hospital for Sick Kids Kids Science
STEAM: Girls and Allies Steamathon
STEAM: Shad is a month-long program for grade 10 & 11s.
Toronto Metropolitan University
MedLinx Flyer.pdfSTEAM-D Poster Flyer.pdf
LIFT 2025 flyer.pdfSt. Joseph's Hospital is running the LIFT Summer Mentorship Program at St. Joseph’s again this year. This is for BIPOC students who have completed Grade 9 or 10 by this summer and are considering a healthcare career. The dates are July 14-18th OR August 11-15th. Students will spend half the day in the hospital units shadowing doctor mentors and then the afternoons participating in group learning experiences (e.g., career networking sessions, Indigenous perspectives on the healthcare system, Hospital Design 101, hands-on medical simulation sessions, etc.). The application process is now open online on the Unity Health website: https://unityhealth.to/about-unity-health/caresa/lift-application-page/
This is a paid opportunity. There is a $600 stipend for a week’s attendance, and St. Joe's will cover all the other expenses (travel and food costs). Students can only attend for one of these two weeks, but we encourage them to indicate if they are available for both dates on the application form.
They are giving priority to students from the following BIPOC groups (who are under-represented among our staff): Black, Indigenous, Latin-X, Tibetan or South East Asian (Cambodian, Indonesian, Filipino, Laotian, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese etc.) Although students living in any GTA postal code may apply, we are giving priority to the following local students: M8V, M6S, M6R, M6K, M6J, M6H, M6P, M8X, M6N, or Indigenous students with a city of Toronto postal code. strongly encourage students to apply early (long before the April 30 deadline) and to put thought into their long-form answers or videos. It was very competitive last year, so students must stand out and try to write more than a sentence.
Future Aces is hosting free webinars with Queen's University Access and Inclusion team: Free Webinar "Post-Secondary 101", designed for students grades 9-12, Thursday, March 7 at 4:30 PM. The Q.U. Equity Ambassadors will share what students can expect in college or university.
Skills Ontario Trades & Tech Camps: Registration for 2024 summer camps is open. Register online here. Some Skills Ontario camps will be added to the website at a later date.
IMMspire (or formerly known as 'Immunology on Campus') - is a program held by the Department of Immunology at University of Toronto, St. George Campus. IMMspire is aimed to provide interactive experience in Immunology to high school students that are interested in learning about Immunology research. This year, it will feature interactive activities (workshops, campus tours, escape room), presentations from professors, talks from graduate students, Q&As with undergraduate students from the Department of Immunology, and more. Registration Deadline - March 15.
Toronto Marathon - Community Involvement Opportunity May 3-5.
RBC Training Ground - Calling all aspiring athletes! RBC Training Ground announced its new season of qualifying events as it resumes its search for Canada’s next generation of Olympians. Ages 14-25.
Summit 360: April 2-4. Open to youth 14-18 years old. An opportunity to see how our democracy works and learn how to make a difference.
Experiences Canada: 2024 National Hybrid Youth Forum on Reconciliation: Open to youth ages 15-18. A blend of virtual webinars (April 2024) and in-person interaction (Ottawa July 3-7) where youth will explore a crucial topic, connect with their peers, and develop their leadership skills.
Focus on Youth - 6-week summer job (camp counselor, office support, media team, custodial) $15/hr, Earn 2 credits. Special preference given to students who live in priority neighbourhoods Application deadline is April 29. Click here to APPLY TODAY or go to www.catholicstudentleadership.com
Youth Education and Job Fair - Sunday, March 3.
Government of Canada) Indigenous Leadership Opportunity Year (ILOY) Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) in Kingston, Ontario. Submit your application before the end of February to ensure that all the arrangements can be made for the beginning of the school year.
Ontario Science Centre | Science School - Grade 11 students in Ontario who love science and innovation can apply for a unique science learning experience. Apply for a full semester of Grade 12 science and math. Students will earn credits that line up with the Ontario curriculum, work with students and staff on projects designed to engage in a one of a kind innovation class. Application Deadline is March 1.
International University and Student Travel Expo - Sunday, March 5, 12 pm -5 pm. Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St West, Toronto. Meet with top universities, graduate schools and professional schools from Canada and around the world.
University of Toronto Engineering Outreach - Blueprint is a four-week academic enrichment experience for motivated Black students in Grade 10 or 11 who are passionate about science and engineering. The summer session is FREE and takes place from July 8 - August 2 at U of T’s St George Campus. Application deadline is March 24.
Community Involvement at St Joe’s Hospital - Students must be at least 14 years old and have completed Grade 9. Application deadline is April 8 for High school students.
The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) STEM Scholars Program - This unique program seeks to identify high-achieving Black students and mentor them throughout the pathway from high school to graduate school. Please note the application form is intended for students planning to begin their undergraduate studies at University of Toronto Mississauga in September 2024 and have submitted their application to UTM through OUAC. Selected applicants will participate in Summer Bridge in July-August 2024, prior to the start of the academic year. Deadline to apply is March 19. For further details and nomination instructions, please contact stemscholars.utm@utoronto.ca. Consult the minimum requirements for entry to the program. Benefits of the Program:
Full tuition scholarship for four years of undergraduate study
Fully funded, 6-8-week residential Summer Bridge program
Paid summer internships and research opportunities
Special tutorial assistance in first-year science courses
Dedicated academic and personal mentorship
Queen's University - Indigenous Admission Pathway - Indigenous candidates have access to an additional and alternative pathway for admission to the first year of a full-time, first-entry undergraduate degree program. Indigenous students who are interested in being considered for the IAP, must submit documents to be verified as an Indigenous student. Once a student is verified for the IAP, they will automatically: Be considered for an Indigenous Entrance Award, valued at $1,000.
Recreational Jobs for Students - The City of Toronto is looking to hire students aged 14 & over for seasonal and year-round part-time opportunities with flexible work hours.
Future Aces is hosting with the Queen's University Access and Inclusion team.
Health Careers Discovery Event - February 27, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM in person at San Lorenzo Latin American Community Centre, 2981 Dufferin St. , North York, ON M6B 3T4
Future Aces is hosting free webinars with Queen's University Access and Inclusion team:
Free Webinar: "The High School Journey'' is for students grades 7-9, Thursday, February 29 at 4:30 PM. It's a free webinar where an Equity Ambassador (a current Queen's U student) will discuss all the aspects of high school life.
Free Webinar "Post-Secondary 101", designed for students grades 9-12, Thursday, March 7 at 4:30 PM. The Q.U. Equity Ambassadors will share what students can expect in college or university.
Superposition Toronto
Superposition Toronto is a youth-led non-profit dedicated to bridging the gender gap in STEM by creating educational opportunities and supportive communities. As an ambassador, students will be able to work with our executive team and introduce our opportunities, initiatives, and empowering experience to new demographics, helping us advance our mission as a representative of our brand, promoting female leadership and participation in STEM. Students will also have the opportunity to learn valuable soft skills in concurrence with helping to lead our future university panels and elementary school workshop events. Additionally, ambassadors have many benefits of joining as they can:
Earn Volunteer hours & referrals, Attend exclusive panels, workshops, and events, Priority access to opportunities, Help create IMPACT in your community, Master high-demand skills recruiters look for: marketing, effective communication, and time management, Work alongside and network with passionate, like-minded individuals
For further resources, we have the application form attached and ambassador information package:
UHN STEM Pathways - Free opportunities for students. In these 1-hour career sessions youth will hear from UHN professionals who study and/or work in diverse fields. Learn all about their career journeys, what they do at UHN and helpful advice they have to offer. Each session will be having a Q&A period at the end. Recordings will be available here.
Register for STEM TALKS: CANCER CARE to hear from UHN professionals who study cancer on January 16 at 5 PM - 6 PM. Learn all about their career journeys, what they do at UHN and helpful advice they have to offer. Certificate-eligible event.
Register for STEM TALKS: PSYCHOLOGY PATHWAYS to hear from UHN professionals who have studied psychology on February 7 from 6 PM - 7 PM. Learn all about their career journeys, what they do at UHN and helpful advice they have to offer. Certificate-eligible event.
STEAM-D Brochure (2024).pdfThe next program will run from July 2 – 26, 2024, Mon-Fri between 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the University of Toronto, St. George Campus (Downtown Toronto).
STEAM Design
STEAM-D is an experiential learning program for grades 10-12 students with an interest in health sciences. In this program, learners get to connect with a diverse group of university students, researchers and healthcare professionals through a series of interactive workshops to gain exposure to a variety of academic and career pathways available within the health sciences field. The learners also work collaboratively on a research project using design thinking to generate innovative solutions to existing healthcare systems issues. The students earn a grade 12 science credit (i.e., SNC4M) that can be used towards their college and university applications.
The program is designed with an equity focus for groups that are underrepresented in health sciences (i.e., Black, Indigenous, Filipino, Latin American, racialized, and/or from any background experiencing socio-economic barriers). Priority is given to students from underserved schools and neighborhoods.
Applications will remain open until March 31, 2024. Those selected for interviews will be contacted via email between mid-March and mid-April. Interviews will be taking place in April. Please see attached brochure and link below to apply.
https://temertymedicine.utoronto.ca/steam-design-program
For all inquiries, please contact steamdesign.oao@utoronto.ca
Our office is committed to creating pathways for prospective high school students who face systemic barriers. We facilitate interactions with various departments across all three U of T campuses: Mississauga, Scarborough and St. George campus, support the development of professional skills, and encourage the exploration of healthcare-related interests by connecting students with a diverse range of health science faculty and professionals. Please see below information about our fall and summer programs.
Fall Programming
MedLinx is a comprehensive program that runs from November to April and offers students a unique chance to gain real-world experience in healthcare through hands-on activities, mentorship, and academic workshops. The program is specifically designed to bridge the gap for students facing systemic barriers, including those from Black, Indigenous, Filipino, Latin American, racialized groups, or students who experience socio-economic challenges. This program provides activities for individual students as well as activities with specific schools such as yours.
Each participant will also receive a co-curricular transcript which will list their involvement in MedLinx activities, demonstrate their well-rounded experiences and enhance their job and university applications.
Summer Programming
The Summer Mentorship Program (SMP) provides a distinctive opportunity for high school students who are Indigenous or identify as Black African, Black Caribbean, Black North American, or from multi-racial backgrounds connected to their Black heritage. During a four-week period in July at the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine, participants engage in hands-on activities, experiments, lectures, and specialized projects led by professionals. They explore a variety of fields such as Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, Dentistry, Kinesiology, Physiotherapy, Medicine and much more. Additionally, they also have the opportunity to shadow professionals during clinical placements, gaining valuable mentorship experience.
We also offer a program called STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Design, which is an experiential learning initiative with and equity focus. The learners participate in interactive sessions led by researchers, graduate students, and practitioners to broaden their understandings of academic and career pathways available within health sciences. This program is for students facing systemic barriers, including those from Black, Indigenous, Filipino, Latin American, racialized groups, or students who experience socio-economic challenges.
Students must be 16 as of June 30th and returning to high school in the upcoming fall school year to be eligible to attend. Students who complete the summer programs will also earn the grade 12 science credit (SNC 4M) and a $1600 stipend.
Registration is open now for all programs. I encourage students, teachers, guidance counselors, and community organizations to contact me at ike.okafor@utoronto.ca If you have any questions or visit our website for more details about OAO’s high school programs. I have also attached our flyers in PDF and PNG formats for sharing.
TCHC – Next Surgeon High School Mentorship Program - 10 spots are available for Grade 10 to 12 students who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Apply before December 15. Questions? Email: stacy.golding@torontohousing.ca.
Ontario Science Centre | Science School - Grade 11 students in Ontario who love science and innovation can apply for a unique science learning experience. Apply for a full semester of Grade 12 science and math. Students will earn credits that line up with the Ontario curriculum, work with students and staff on projects designed to engage in a one of a kind innovation class. Application Deadline is March 1.
FuturEng Conference - FutureENG is a one day in-person conference on Saturday, January 13, hosted by Engineering Outreach in association with Hydro One. It is tailored towards young women in grades 11 & 12 for the purpose of inspiring them to become future engineers.
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest - Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow contest is a global initiative inspiring high school students to apply STEM-based learning toward real-world challenges that impact their communities. A submission must be sponsored and submitted by a teacher at the school.
StAR program - Provides Black, Filipino, and Indigenous (includes First Nations [status or non-status], Inuk, and Métis peoples) high school students with a paid first-hand perspective of the research currently underway at SickKids. The goal of this program is to provide students with a unique work experience over six weeks in the summer (July to mid-August). Application Deadline is January 29.
Technovation Girls Toronto - Technovation is the world's largest global tech entrepreneurship competition for girls. The program will be hybrid in 2023. Registration deadline is December 16.
Level Up Fair Evening Session Oshawa & Level Up Fair Evening Session Mississauga for students (& their parents/guardians) interested in pursuing the Skilled Trades after High School.
Science School - Students from across the province can apply for a full semester of Grade 12 science and math. The application forms for the 2024-25 school year will be posted in January on the Science Centre website with applications due in early January.
imy Inspires Tomorrow - “History education meets leadership education.”Open to youth ages 13-17 to develop and utilize their leadership skills. Students can submit an idea for a project that benefits their community to be eligible for history and project-based leadership training and a $2,500 project grant. Deadline is December 11.
Shad Canada – Entrance Scholarships - Multiple scholarships are available for Grade 10 & 11 Black and Indigenous students who are looking to attend a STEAM program. Apply before December 1.
2024 Student Advancement Research (StAR) Program applications are now open. Please note: This year's application will be completely online using SlideRoom, and students will need to create an account (which is free). If Eligibility requirements are met, the deadline to apply is January 29, 2024. As a reminder, the StAR program provides Black, Filipino, and Indigenous (includes First Nations [status or non-status], Inuk, and Métis peoples) high school students in Grade 11 or 12 with a paid first-hand perspective of the research currently underway at SickKids. The goal of this program is to provide students with a unique work experience over six weeks in the summer in person (July to mid-August).
Ingenious+ Supporting the next generation of young innovators from across Canada, Ingenious+ is open to all youth in Canada aged 14-18. Ingenious+ is a chance to receive $1,000 (or more). Deadline is February 22.
SJA Connect - SJA Connect is a health, safety and leadership development program for youth aged 14 to 19 offered by St. John Ambulance Canada
Accountants High School Ambassador Program for
Harvard Young Leaders. Apply here
Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants live into classrooms through virtual guest speakers and field trips.
Open to grade 9, 10 and 11 students. Participants will be using the Engineering lab facilities at Queen’s
Skills fopr Change Black Youth Action Plan STEM Project
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YWCA Girls Programs
Email me at Baraalma@ywcatoronto.org or call me at 416.964.2685.
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Twitter @CSLIT_TCDSB
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Young Women's Outreach Program
Application required.
BA Digital brochure_OCT 2022 FINAL-ua (6).pdf
Girls Empowerment Program registration
1. 1-to-1 Mentorship to explore Post-Secondary options together registration
YAY volunteer Mentors help newcomer youth aged 16-18 by sharing their postsecondary experience and guiding them through this complicated process.
All kids aged 6-15 in the YAY Mentorship Program can get support with English and cultural transition in Canada & have access to Free Tutoring, Self-Care Workshops, Individualized Counselling, Ticketed Events & Community Programs.
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