StepUpYouthProgram
The Step Up Youth Program is an Island-wide program that offers Vancouver Island youth aged 15 to 18 the opportunity to volunteer at select Island Health hospitals and long-term care homes.
From September to April each year, Step Up Youth volunteers provide social engagement support to patients and residents during after-school shifts at local healthcare facilities. The program introduces and promotes Island Health’s C.A.R.E. values and fosters responsibility, compassion, and leadership development. Volunteers enrich the experience of patients and residents through the gift of time, empathy, and companionship. Volunteers also participate in a virtual monthly Guest Speaker series, and are eligible to apply for Scholarships and Bursaries offered by Island Health.Volunteer positions are available in Alert Bay, Campbell River, Comox Valley, Duncan, Langford, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Port Hardy, Salt Spring, Tofino, and Victoria. Step Up Youth Program website and apply by the May 15 deadline.
Flourish – Summer Food Growing Pre-Employment. WEX course Credits if you work 60- 120 hours. FREE. Program runs Mon – Thurs for 8 weeks in July and August. Build a schedule that suits your summer availability. SIGN UP
9th Annual Young Artists Competition at Rebalance – Wed. May 14, 5 – 7. Deadline: Apr 30.art-contest-details (2)
Spearheaded by the British Columbia Youth Parliament, the Islands Youth Parliament (IYP) offers a unique parliamentary simulation designed to empower young minds with a deep understanding of governance, parliamentary procedures, democracy, and the pivotal role of service within governance frameworks. At IYP, students engage in lively debates and discussions, advocating for their communities by exploring bills and legislation.
Scheduled from May 2nd to May 4th, this year’s IYP welcomes participants aged 14 to 18. We believe this experience will not only enrich their understanding of governance but also foster their sense of civic responsibility and leadership skills. You can find further details about the program on our website: https://bcyp.org/iyp. Applications close April 25th – Application_form
A Day At Sea – Tuesday, April 29th, see Mr. Neal or Ms. Croucher in the Career Centre for an application and required forms to attend. Space is limited so apply early. The application deadline is April 22.
Experts from science communication, a nurse, BCEHS, an Olympian/Wealth Advisor and a CEO – AI-based Creative Technology will be participating.
- Enrolled in Grade 11
- Minimun 85% in all academic subjects
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Explore a university environment while completing high school
- Tuition paid by SD61
- Receive elective credits toward your high school diploma and university credit from UVic
- Get a head start on your post-secondary studies
The $20 application fee is non-refundable, even for students who are not accepted into uStart or change their minds about participating.
Applications DUE April 7th
Prosper 2025 – Prosper Vancouver is Canada’s largest high school student-run business conference and Strive provides an opportunity to connect with tech centered companies. Prosper registration
Not ready for college or university? Explore the what, who, and why of the gap year path at our Gap Year Expo! Register for Virtual Gap EXPO on April 13th
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Photo, video and art contest – For Canadian Indigenous Youth. Deadline: May 23. AHEAD-CONTEST-2025-PDF-6
The Raven program is offered for six weeks from early July until mid-August each year at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt, British Columbia.
All travel expenses to and from CFB Esquimalt are covered, as are:
- Meals and accommodations;
- Military clothing and equipment; and
- A salary of roughly $4,200.
- Have completed Grade 10;
- Be a minimum of 16 years old and no older than 57;
- Consider themselves to be an Indigenous person (First Nations, Metis, Inuit or non-status); and
- Be a Canadian citizen. APPLY HERE
MD Outreach Youth Mentorship Program – This program connects high school students with UBC Medical Students to learn more about being a university student, learning about self-care, and applying to UBC medical school. Apply HERE: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2uEgBVRnUSQ2nJk
MD Outreach Youth Mentorship Program – This program connects high school students with UBC Medical Students to learn more about being a university student, learning about self-care, and applying to UBC medical school. Link to REGISTER
Students interested in taking any Health Courses PNUR 101, MOA 155, Health 111, MLAB 130 or ELC 170 can now register to start in Term 2 sponsored by SIP.Please see Ms. Croucher or Mr. Neal in the career centre for more details and to register.
