North Caribou Lake First Nation - OM for/pour Ojijakos Oshkaatasuk Council

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund

Grant typeYOF - Youth Innovations

Amount awarded$248,600

Duration36 months

Year2018-2019

Location served

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Northwestern

Population servedIndigenous youth (i.e. First Nations, Métis or Inuit youth), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+) youth, Youth at-risk of dropping out or have dropped out of school, Youth in care or leaving care, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth living in rural or remote communities, Youth living with disabilities or special needs between the ages of 12 to 29, Youth vulnerable of becoming or are in conflict with the law

Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years, 12 to 29 years for youth with special needs or disabilities

Description$248,600 over 36 months to create space for First Nations youth, and those living on/off reserve to have a greater voice in North Caribou Lake First Nation by establishing a Youth Council that will improve community engagement. The Youth Council will host hands-on learning workshops, and participate in capacity building trainings to provide insights and more space for youth voices.

Grant resultCreating safe spaces for Indigenous and/or Black youth to build strong community and cultural connections