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It’s an event described as a bringing Black men and youth to connect together in a space where they can feel a sense of respectability. For its founder, it’s an event that highlights the lived experiences of racism and the importance of paying attention to the young Black men going …
Read More »New pilot project coming to Durham Region to educate youth on human trafficking – Durham
A new program is on its way to give youth in Durham Region more resources and education, in the fight against human trafficking in a digital world, geared towards students in grades 7-8. The “TeenIRL (In Real Life) Empowerment and Prevention Program” will be receiving $180,500 over the span of …
Read More »Montreal football festival GOAL Initiative aims to raise funds for youth sports – Montreal
Playing more than 60 soccer matches among 24 teams at McGill University’s Molson Stadium Sunday wasn’t so much about scoring points on the field. Still, the spirit of competition among these players was hard to suppress, given the energy of the play and the passion of fans. It was the …
Read More »Should youth avoid energy drinks? Here’s why pediatricians say yes – National
As Canada recalls more energy drinks due to high levels of caffeine, pediatricians and health experts are raising concerns about the accessibility of the products and the impact they can have on youth. Energy drinks are widespread across Canada, the U.S. and many other countries and can be purchased from …
Read More »Stabbing leads to one teen dead, another youth injured in Sudbury, Ont.: police
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 14, 2023 9:52 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size Police in Sudbury, Ont., say a 17-year-old boy was killed and another young person was injured in a stabbing early Wednesday. Greater Sudbury Police say officers responded shortly before 3 a.m. …
Read More »Former employee of youth camp near London facing historic sexual assault charges
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Ottawa police say a man from Minneapolis, Minn., faces multiple charges over alleged sexual assaults from his time at a youth camp near London, Ont., over two decades ago. Police say the 48-year-old was employed at a Youth Leadership Camp near London …
Read More »Winnipeg youth crime means annual summer party’s future in question, founder says – Winnipeg
A Winnipeg organization dedicated to supporting inner kids says it’s hesitant to host its annual block party event this year due to a concerning trend in youth crime. Kent Dueck, founder of Inner-City Youth Alive, told 680 CJOB’s The Start that violence has gotten noticeably worse among Winnipeg youth over …
Read More »Judge dismisses youth climate lawsuit over Ontario’s greenhouse gas targets
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 19, 2023 4:33 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Ontario Superior Court has dismissed a constitutional challenge from seven youth activists who argued the province is discriminating against young people by setting greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets dangerously low, …
Read More »Black youth gather at Calgary event to help empower immigrants
Dozens of youth with East African backgrounds gathered at the Centre for Newcomers in Calgary on Saturday during an event aimed at helping them achieve their full potential. Adi Eyassu Sahilie moved to Canada 12 year ago from Ethiopia. She said even as a skilled worker and fluent English, she …
Read More »Ontario expands virtual mental health counselling for youth
Ontario is putting $4.75 million toward expanding a virtual walk-in counselling program for children and youth to access mental health services. Health Minister Sylvia Jones says the One Stop Talk program is a way to offer modern, convenient options for youth in ways in which they are used to communicating. …
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