From volunteering, to a summer job application; from a Government Grant, to a community project; from exploring your interests, to preparing your university application — growing up isn't only about the classroom. It also needs real opportunities, real experience, and real connection.

The OCLS Youth Community is a long-term information and resource platform built for Ottawa youth and their parents. We will share from time to time:

• Youth volunteer and community service opportunities
• Youth Grants and government program news
• Summer jobs, internships, and Co-op opportunities
• University applications, scholarships, and admissions information
• Youth seminars, workshops, and community-benefit events
• Leadership, innovation projects, and community practice opportunities
• OCLS youth programs and event notifications

We hope this is more than just an information-sharing WeChat group — it is a platform that helps youth discover opportunities, gain experience, develop their interests, engage with the community, and plan for the future.

Going forward, OCLS will continue to launch the Youth Future Series, inviting professionals, university students, and youth with real experience to share authentic application experiences, learning experiences, and community resources.

If you are a teenager or a parent and would like to keep learning about upcoming activities and opportunities, please scan the QR code below to join the OCLS Youth Community.

We also welcome community professionals, youth mentors, and partner organizations to contact OCLS to create more real and valuable growth opportunities for youth.