Volunteer Opportunities for youth

Youth

Gain experience and build your skills, while giving back to your community with other young Canadians

Apply for micro-grants

Do you have a simple project idea to support your community? Apply for funding now!

Find volunteer service opportunities

View available placements in your area and apply.

Civic Participation Pilot (closed)

A Youth Leadership Initiative offered by the Canada Service Corps (CSC) at Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Organizations

We work with organizations to implement new and innovative ways to engage young Canadians in service in their communities.

Participating organizations

Over 100 organizations are delivering CSC-funded volunteer service placement opportunities across Canada.

Apply for funding

Apply to get funding to help your organization contribute to a culture of service.

Resources

Access a wide array of resources from the Government of Canada.

Stay informed

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Sign up to receive updates on youth issues, and learn more about the Government of Canada’s policies, programs and activities for young Canadians.

What others are saying

For me, this program was life-changing. I have learned so many different skills, met so many amazing people, have had unforgettable experiences and most importantly, learned more about myself than I think I could have in years if I didn’t take this amazing opportunity.

Bryler Giroux,
Katimavik

It was an incredible opportunity to give back to my community in a meaningful and profound way. I suspect it will take many years to truly grasp all of the incredible benefits of this program.

Kambal Bloxham,
Canadian Wildlife Federation

The Oddity Art Show project has benefited my community by allowing so many different artists from different backgrounds to come together and create. It takes away prejudice and exposes a whole new culture for young people, and gives the community a chance to see what youth are truly capable of.

Elle Doucette,
Micro-grant recipient

Thanks to Canada Service Corps, I was able to create a basketball program for youth and ensure that it’s easily accessible to everyone, because not everybody who wants to do something can afford it.

Keturah Doucet Brown,
Nunavut Literacy Council

YCAN of YMCA gives youth like me the opportunity to soar and be heard about the real issues that some of us face. It also gives us a chance to help our community grow and bring about positive changes.

Aweng Maciek,
YMCA