CatalystsX - OM for/pour Indige-Spheres to Empowerment

CatalystsX - OM for/pour Indige-Spheres to Empowerment

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Grassroots Innovation
Amount awarded$210,000
Duration36 months
Year2017-2018
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 living in rural or remote communities
Age group15 to 19 years
DescriptionDelivering a project at the idea or conceptual stage with a $210,000 grant over 36 months to deliver workshops and intensive weekend retreats for Indigenous youth in Thunder Bay. Youth will be able to build relationships with their peers, connect with their culture and gain knowledge and access to relevant local resources.
Grant resultYouth know about and easily navigate resources and opportunities in their communities
Grant statusClosed