Youth Opportunity Board
2027 Mairuth Sarsfield Mentorship: Applications Open!
Quebec Writers' Federation (QWF)
Deadline: October 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
Québec
Are you an aspiring or emerging BIPOC writer based in Québec? The Quebec Writers' Federation (QWF) is accepting applications for the 2027 Mairuth Sarsfield Mentorship! This opportunity offers four months of fiction writing mentorship (February to May 2027) with author Dimitri Nasrallah, an $800 honorarium, and a free one-year QWF membership.
Call for applications for the Gouvernance des OBNL training is now open!
Collège des administrateurs de sociétés (Université Laval)
Deadline: October 30, 2026
Québec City, Montréal, and Online
Gouvernance des OBNL is a 15-hour training program offered in French that focuses on governance within non-profit organizations (NPOs). It is designed to help young people develop the knowledge and skills needed to contribute effectively to the governance and decision-making of an NPO, including through participation on a board of directors. The training is offered three times per year: December 2026 in Québec City, March 2027 in Montréal, and April 2027 online.
Are you between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application? Do you currently serve on the board of directors of an organization that represents or provides services to youth in Quebec, or have you been identified as a potential future board member? Are you available to attend the full training session? If so, you may be eligible to apply.
Get Sponsored by Y4Y to Attend the Parlement jeunesse du Québec
Parlement jeunesse du Québec (PJQ)
Deadline: November 1, 2026
Québec City, QC
Applications are open for the 77th session of the Parlement jeunesse du Québec (PJQ), taking place from December 26 to 30 in Québec City. More than 100 young people will come together for an immersive simulation of Québec’s parliamentary system, giving participants the opportunity to debate current issues and experience the legislative process firsthand.
Y4Y is sponsoring five English-speaking youth to participate in this year’s session. Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old, or up to 28 if they are currently studying. When applying, indicate that you would like to attend with sponsorship from Y4Y.
Join the Grand rassemblement de la relève engagée du Québec
Conseil jeunesse de Montréal
Deadline: Ongoing
Registration is required and spaces are limited.
Saint-Eustache, QC
Are you between 15 and 35 and interested in meeting other engaged young people, discussing issues that matter to you, and discovering youth-led initiatives from across Québec? Join Grand rassemblement de la relève engagée du Québec on November 14, 2026, in Saint-Eustache. The event will feature discussions with inspiring speakers, opportunities to connect with young people from different regions of Québec, youth-led projects, and a festive 5 à 7 with music and dinner included. Registration is free but required, and spaces are limited. A free shuttle service will also be available from Montréal and Laval.
Join the CARE Jeunesse Youth Advisory Council
CARE Jeunesse
Deadline: Ongoing
Québec-wide
CARE Jeunesse is looking for young people aged 18–30 with lived experience in Québec’s youth protection system to join its Youth Advisory Council. Members will share their perspectives and ideas, help shape CARE Jeunesse’s programs and advocacy work, and connect with others with similar experiences. The commitment is for one year, with hybrid meetings every 3–4 months, and participation is compensated.
Become a Literacy Volunteer in Montreal
United for Literacy
Deadline: Ongoing
Montréal, QC
United for Literacy is looking for volunteers in Montréal to support learners with reading, writing, math, and French. Volunteers will help learners strengthen their skills while gaining valuable experience and making a positive difference in their community.
The commitment is 2 hours per week for 3 months, and volunteers receive training to help prepare them for their role.
Internship Opportunities for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027
La Caisse
Ongoing
Montréal and Québec City, QC
La Caisse has opened applications for their internship program for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027! They are a global investment group with offices in major cities across the world, including Montréal and Québec City. Internship opportunities are available across multiple fields including: Investment, quantitative finance & accounting, Technology, HR, communications, law, and more. Plan ahead, recruitment begins 4-5 months or 8-9 months in advance depending on the field!
BOOSTE TA VOIX - Automne 2026
Are you a youth between the ages of 18 and 30 and interested in building your digital tool kit? BOOSTE TA VOIX – Automne 2026 is a free youth program created by La Puce ressource informatique for young adults in Montréal to develop digital and media skills. Participants learn tools like social media, content creation, and digital communication, then apply them through real projects with community organizations. The program aims to strengthen employability, encourage social engagement, and make digital skills more accessible and inclusive, especially for underrepresented youth.
La Puce
Ongoing
Montréal, QC
Volunteer with Vent Over Tea
Vent Over Tea
Ongoing
Montréal and Sherbrooke, QC
Vent Over Tea offers offer a free and confidential active listening service to promote mental wellness and connection. They are currently recruiting for multiple volunteer positions: Communications Coordinator, Outreach Coordinator, Workshop Coordinator, Event Coordinator, and Campus Volunteers. On average, volunteers give 5-10 hours per week, depending on their capacity and availabilities.
Research Internships – Summer and Fall 2026
Observatoire des communautés noires du Québec
Ongoing
Québec-wide
If you’re a youth interested in gaining applicable research experience, this opportunity is for you! The Observatory of Black Communities in Quebec is offering internships in four research centers for the summer and autumn of 2026. Internships will take place in the Education and Training Department, the Knowledge Mobilization Hub, the Research Department, and the Program Evaluation Unit. Each specialization will provide experience for application to future work endeavours. If you are interested, write to the Observatory now at observatoire@sdesj.org.
Become an Ambassador
CBC/Radio-Canada
Ongoing
Montréal, QC
Are you a youth interested in communications and marketing? Do you speak more than one language? CBC is seeking candidates to work as ambassadors with the communications, marketing and brand team in Montréal, Québec City, and other local service expansion areas! CBC Ambassadors represent the brand at various community events, sponsorships and partnerships, and live broadcasts of CBC radio and television shows. Ambassadors will drive fan engagement and represent the team with the goal of connecting Canadians with their public broadcaster. Fill out the Google form to apply today!
Two introductory research grant programs
Fonds de recherche du Québec
Deadline: March 31, 2027
Québec-wide
The Fonds de recherche du Québec has launched two introductory research grant programs for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. These programs aim to encourage college and undergraduate students to explore the world of research in one of the fields covered by the FRQ’s Society and Culture sector, and to develop their scientific communication skills.
Share Opportunities with Youth!
Do you offer programs, jobs, internships, or volunteer opportunities for youth?
Y4Y invites organizations to share youth-focused opportunities on our website to connect with motivated, engaged youth who are eager to get involved in their communities and advance their professional development.
Our Youth Opportunities Board highlights opportunities from community partners that support youth development, career exploration, leadership, and skill-building. By submitting your opportunity, you’re helping young people access meaningful experiences and pathways to success.
Submit Your Organization's Youth Opportunity here.
What can be shared?
✅ Volunteer opportunities
✅ Internships
✅ Training programs, workshops, and other youth-focused opportunities
Who can submit?
Community organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and institutions offering opportunities for youth.
Once reviewed, approved opportunities will be posted on the webpage.