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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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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!

Awards 2018 Review
Awards 2018 Review

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

CEYC Awards 2018
CEYC Awards 2018

Make sure you RSVP for Youth Awards Ceremony to recognize the commendable efforts of the youth in our city.


Annual Report 2018
Annual Report 2018

We are proud to release our Annual Report for the 2017-2018 term….

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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
CEYC Awards is back for round two! Apply today to be recognized for your contributions to academics, athletics, fine arts or community service in our city! Deadline: April 30th, 2019 Read more details: https://goo.gl/forms/1AM9FTUQSfCrxZV92 (link to be posted in bio shortly)
🖌 Get creative and submit an essay envisioning Edmonton's future and your role in it! 📚 Win $150 and be recognised by Council! Deadline April 30th. Read details: https://goo.gl/77G12M (link to be posted in bio shortly)
It’s a new year! At the City of Edmonton Youth Council, we will be hosting several different awareness campaigns in 2019. We will be starting off the new year with Accessibility Awareness Month. Look for blog posts, interviews from community members, daily tweets and Facebook posts on accessibility and disability awareness.
Happy New Year from all of us at the City of Edmonton Youth Council! What a successful year 2018 was! We are excited to continue connecting with and empowering Edmonton youth! Here’s to an amazing 2019 😀

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Featured
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.

Read More →
CEYC Awards 2018
CEYC Awards 2018

Make sure you RSVP for Youth Awards Ceremony to recognize the commendable efforts of the youth in our city.


Read More →
Annual Report 2018
Annual Report 2018

We are proud to release our Annual Report for the 2017-2018 term….

Read More →
NEWtrition Cookbook
NEWtrition Cookbook

Now Live!

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