Youth for Youth Québec
Y4Y Québec is a non-profit organization committed to addressing the issues facing English-speaking youth (ages 16-30) across Québec.
New Research Publication
What does precarity look like for young people in Québec, and where can they turn when they need support?
Y4Y’s new research report, Youth Perspectives on Precarity in Québec, explores the lived experiences and perspectives of English-speaking youth on three essential areas of everyday life: food security, housing, and transportation.
Drawing on youth voices, the findings reveal an important gap: while many young people may not currently experience severe material insecurity, 67% of our respondents said they would only maybe or would not really know where to turn for help if they needed support with basic necessities. The report highlights the importance of making community services more accessible and familiar to youth, while ensuring that the organizations providing these essential supports have the resources they need. Because supporting young people means more than understanding the challenges they face. It means making sure they have the knowledge, resources, and support to navigate them.
Read Youth Perspectives on Precarity in Québec to explore the findings and recommendations.
Y4Y's Annual Youth Forum
High Costs, Low Incomes, Uncertain Futures
Join Y4Y’s annual Youth Forum for a day focused on youth voices and the realities of the high cost of living. From housing and food affordability to employment and financial literacy, we’ll explore what young people are experiencing and what needs to change.
Make Your Voice Heard!
If you’re spending most of what you have just to cover the basics, we want to hear from you. Come share your reality, connect with other young people, and speak openly about the challenges you’re facing. Your experiences and ideas can help shape the recommendations that decision-makers need to hear.
The Forum agenda is now available!
Check it out here and register today to save your spot.
Spaces are limited.
Your voice matters.
Youth on Boards: March 27–28, 2027
Want to build your leadership skills and learn what it takes to sit on a nonprofit board?
Youth on Boards is a hands-on training for youth ages 16–30 interested in strengthening their governance, leadership, and decision-making skills. Over two days, participants explore how boards work, the laws and responsibilities that govern them, effective board meeting practices, and put their learning into practice through a mock board meeting.
Interested in joining the March 2027 cohort?
Fill out our short Expression of Interest form.
Want to be the first to hear about the next Leadership Training Program cohort?
Fill out this short form to let us know you're interested.
You'll be among the first to receive program updates, key dates, and application details when they become available.
Learn more about the program.
Y4Y’s online Youth Opportunity Board brings together opportunities from community partners to help you build skills, explore volunteer opportunities, grow your network, take on leadership roles, and discover new experiences.
Whether you’re looking to volunteer, gain hands-on experience, meet new people, or try something new, there’s an opportunity waiting for you!
Explore the Youth Opportunity Board.
Join a Network That Supports Youth Success
Is your organization dedicated to supporting young people? By joining the Y4Y Québec Network, you'll become part of a community committed to advancing youth leadership, engagement, and representation across Québec.
Organizational membership provides opportunities to connect with like-minded partners, access valuable resources, and increase your organization's visibility, all while contributing to a stronger collective impact for English-speaking youth.
Learn more and join us by visiting our Organizational Membership page.