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We're an advisory body to City Council whose work is underpinned by two pillars: policy and input to City Council, and the production of initiatives and events.

We've been representing the views, perspectives and aspirations of Edmontonians ages 13-23 since 1995.

In accordance with our mandate, we engage in varied work to serve young citizens. 

We want your help to keep the heart of Alberta beating strong. We want to hear what you think about your city.

Join us in building a brighter municipality.

 

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Budget Series- Part 2
Budget Series- Part 2

This article is all about the Economic and Environmental Sustainability Branch, Parks and Road Services, and the Edmonton Space and Science Foundation!

Melanin Roots 2019
Melanin Roots 2019

CEYC presents Melanin Roots 2019: its purpose is to impact Edmonton’s African and Caribbean youth communities through support, education and empowering initiatives.

Budget Series - Part 1
Budget Series - Part 1

Welcome to the CEYC Blog Budget Series! Our team hopes to help more youth in Edmonton understand the different moving parts in the City of Edmonton that impact the lives of youth in Edmonton in a meaningful way.

Future of Edmonton Essay Contest
Future of Edmonton Essay Contest

We would like to announce our first ever Future of Edmonton Essay Contest! Click the title above for the application form and more info!

CEYC Awards 2019
CEYC Awards 2019

It’s time for our second annual CEYC Youth Awards! Click the title above to access the awards application form and more info!

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Calling all Edmonton youth!! CEYC presents YegbyYouth, an initiative that looks to engage and uplift young people in our city by featuring their stories, particularly in answering the question: ‘What is your favorite spot in Edmonton?’ In responding, youth will be given the opportunity to have their own individual photoshoot to capture the moments where they feel the most like themselves. We think it’s important to document the spaces and times where we are the most authentic, the most comfortable, and the most in love with our environment in our everyday lives. If you do too, click on the link below to find out more, and be sure to get the word out!
CEYC presents Melanin Roots 2019: its purpose is to impact Edmonton’s African and Caribbean youth communities through support, education and empowering initiatives. This event has been passionately organized and orchestrated by youth representatives of Edmonton’s African and Caribbean youth communities. Join us as we close off Black History Month with the City of Edmonton on February 24th! Le Conseil Jeunesse de la Ville d’Edmonton présente Melanin Roots 2019 (Racines de Mélanie 2019). L’objectif est d’influencer les communautés de jeunes d’Afrique et des Caraïbes d’Edmonton par des initiatives de soutien, d’éducation et d’autonomisation. Cet événement a été organisé et orchestré avec passion par de jeunes représentants de communautés Africaine et Caribéenne d’Edmonton. Rejoignez-nous pour clôturer le Mois de L’histoire des Noirs avec la ville d’Edmonton le 24 février!
The CEYC Speaker Series project is meant to bring together Edmontonian youth using inspiring, community-based events. Join us as we celebrate diversity, dismantle stigma, and promote powerful discussion about youth issues in the City. We are hosting four distinct events this year, including our Accessibility Campaign, Melanin Roots (our Black History month event), a Pride Month Event and an Indigenous Youth event! Join us at our Speaker Series Events, as we break down unconscious biases and come together as allies. Stay tuned for future updates! Le projet Speaker Series du CJVE est censé réunir les jeunes Edmontonians en utilisant des évènements inspirants et communautaires. Joignez-nous pour célébrer la diversité, pour défaire le stigmate et pour promouvoir des discussions puissantes au sujet des problèmes que les jeunes font face ici à Edmonton. Nous accueillons quatre événements distincts cette année; Campagne d'Accessibilité, Racines de Mélanie (notre évènement pour le Mois de l'Histoire des Noirs), Mois de la Fierté et l'événement des Jeunes Autochtones! Joignez-nous chez nos événements de Speaker Series pour qu'on puisse briser des préjugés inconscients et unifier comme alliés. Demeurez à l'écoute des rapports!
BLOG- BUDGET SERIES INSTAGRAM POST 1: For our first CEYC blog series of the year, it’s ALL ABOUT THE $$$$! For the months of January through February, we will be publishing a 4-part series on what the budget for the city is, why it is important for youth, and break down its individual parts. We believe that it’s important to make sure that all of us- not just those 18 and older, are aware of how, where, and why our city spends money the way that it does. Let’s all get involved in the conversation. To stay updated on when each part of the series will be published, make sure to lookout for new announcements, or go to ceyc.ca/blogs/ to see for yourself! Happy reading!
Barrier free is a term used to describe an environment free of obstacles for those affected by a disability. Examples could include, a ramp, elevator, closed captioning, braille on signs, etc.
The City of Edmonton Youth Council is a strong advocate for disability inclusion. What does this mean? We believe inclusion is an ongoing action. We believe every human being has the ability to contribute to their community, and that we have opportunity to learn from one and another. Our abilities should not stop us from living in a safe, judgement and barrier free community.
What is Abelism? Abelism is the unfair or prejudice treatment of people with disabilities. To avoid being ableist make sure your speaking directly to the person with a disability. Ask what is needed, do not assume. Realize your privilege as an able bodied person, and be open and willing to accomodate and include.
What can we do to help when someone says they are affected by a disability? Ask how you can help? Have an open and honest conversation. Never assume you know what is best for someone affected by a disability!
I am Joanne Picard, I am on the City of Edmonton Youth Council and my body is affected by a disability. I was asked to define the word “disability” for our Accessibility Awareness Campaign, The truth is, I can’t define it for fear of excluding someone. Disability is all around us, sometimes visible, like the person who uses a wheelchair, and sometimes not visible, like the person diagnosed with dyslexia. One thing I hope we all have in common is that our disability does not define us. Although our disability most likely shapes our lives, it shouldn’t hold us back from living our fullest life. Photo Credit: Alberta’s Premier Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities

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Featured
Budget Series- Part 2
Budget Series- Part 2

This article is all about the Economic and Environmental Sustainability Branch, Parks and Road Services, and the Edmonton Space and Science Foundation!

Read More →
Melanin Roots 2019
Melanin Roots 2019

CEYC presents Melanin Roots 2019: its purpose is to impact Edmonton’s African and Caribbean youth communities through support, education and empowering initiatives.

Read More →
Budget Series - Part 1
Budget Series - Part 1

Welcome to the CEYC Blog Budget Series! Our team hopes to help more youth in Edmonton understand the different moving parts in the City of Edmonton that impact the lives of youth in Edmonton in a meaningful way.

Read More →
Future of Edmonton Essay Contest
Future of Edmonton Essay Contest

We would like to announce our first ever Future of Edmonton Essay Contest! Click the title above for the application form and more info!

Read More →
CEYC Awards 2019
CEYC Awards 2019

It’s time for our second annual CEYC Youth Awards! Click the title above to access the awards application form and more info!

Read More →
Awards 2018 Review
Awards 2018 Review

Review of CEYC Awards 2018: 9 months of hard work. 7 amazing youth. 1 awards ceremony.

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