Leadership Opportunities
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
- Monday: Basketball for tweens (ages 9-12) from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, followed by high school age from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
- Tuesday: Volleyball from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
- Wednesday: Girls' Rec for tweens (ages 9-12) from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, and then for high school age from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
- Thursday: Activities for tweens (ages 9-12) from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, followed by high school age from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
Focus on Youth - Link is now live. 6-week summer job (camp counselor, office support, media team, custodial) $16.55/hr, Earn 2 credits. Special preference given to students who live in priority neighbourhoods Application deadline is March 22.
Kids Science Summer Mentorship Program invites a select group of high school students in August to SickKids, where they will interact with and learn from SickKids’ world-renowned researchers, doctors, and more. The program takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoon during the month of August, from 1pm-3pm. Application Deadline is April 29. Questions? email: david.manly@sickkids.ca
Enriched Support Program (ESP) Application - Carleton University does not base its admissions decisions on high school or college grades alone. Students cannot apply to ESP through the Ontario University Application Centre. Instead, APPLY FOR FALL 2024. Deadline is June 15.
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.
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
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
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Young Women's Outreach Program
Application required.
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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.
