Young Nigerian Canadians taking part in a youth program
Young community members connecting
Youth Program · Ages 13–25

Opportunity.
Connection. Leadership.

A practical community hub where youth can find scholarships, mentors, academic help, sports and cultural programs, volunteer opportunities, and safe ways to create and connect.

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Education
Scholarships & Support
Guidance
Mentorship Matching
Activities
Sports, Culture & Leadership
Community
Moderated & Youth-Led
Youth listening during a workshop
Youth program group activity
Program Overview

Helping Young People Move From Potential to Opportunity

The ANCIM Youth Program supports teenagers, students, graduates, early-career professionals and young adults between ages 13 and 25. It brings education, career exploration, mentorship, leadership, culture, social connection and community service into one organised program.

Youth can use the page to track scholarships, request academic or career support, join activities, share approved creative work, record volunteer service, and participate in shaping future ANCIM programs.

“Young people need more than advice. They need access, guidance, trusted relationships and real opportunities to contribute.”
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Explore the Program

Choose Where You Want to Start

Go directly to the opportunity or support you need today.

Scholarship & Bursary Board

Find Opportunities and Keep Track of Every Deadline

The sample listings below demonstrate the searchable board and deadline tracker. Live scholarships should be reviewed regularly and linked to their official application pages.

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CommunitySample listing
Deadline: September 15
ANCIM Community Achievement Award

A sample community scholarship recognising academic effort, leadership and service to the Nigerian-Canadian community.

High schoolUniversity entry
BursarySample listing
Deadline: October 4
Community Service Bursary

A sample needs-informed bursary for youth who demonstrate consistent community participation and educational commitment.

CollegeUniversity
ExternalSample listing
Deadline: November 1
STEM Futures Scholarship

A sample external opportunity for students entering or continuing studies in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.

UniversitySTEM
BursarySample listing
Deadline: November 20
Skilled Trades Training Bursary

A sample bursary supporting approved training, tools or entry costs for youth pursuing skilled trades pathways.

CollegeTrades
ExternalSample listing
Deadline: December 5
Emerging Arts and Culture Award

A sample opportunity for youth developing creative work in visual art, music, dance, theatre or cultural storytelling.

High schoolCollege
CommunitySample listing
Deadline: January 12
First-Generation Student Award

A sample award supporting a student who is among the first in their immediate family to pursue university education.

UniversityFirst generation
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My Deadline Tracker
Saved Opportunities
Select “Track deadline” on any opportunity to save it on this device.
Past Recipient Stories

What Scholarship Support Can Make Possible

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The application workshop helped me present my volunteer experience clearly and submit with confidence.

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Undergraduate student · Sample content

Having a community mentor review my personal statement made the process feel less overwhelming.

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College applicant · Sample content

The bursary reduced the pressure of school costs and allowed me to focus more fully on my program.

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Skilled trades student · Sample content
Mentorship Program

Meet Someone Who Understands the Path Ahead

Youth can request a professional mentor by field of interest, join group sessions, or attend career exploration workshops before choosing a pathway.

Professional mentoring a young person
One-to-One Guidance
Request a Mentor in Your Field of Interest

ANCIM can match youth with screened community professionals based on career interest, goals, location, availability and preferred format.

Career insight and realistic pathway guidance
Goal-setting and regular progress conversations
Professional communication and networking support
Parent or guardian involvement where appropriate for minors
Group Mentoring CircleMonthly
Early Career Questions

A moderated conversation with professionals on first jobs, workplace expectations, networking and career decisions.

VirtualAges 17–25
Career Exploration WorkshopQuarterly
Explore Careers Before Choosing

Professionals from different industries explain education routes, daily work, skills, opportunities and challenges.

HybridAges 13–20
Mentor OrientationScheduled
Safe and Effective Youth Mentoring

Orientation on boundaries, communication, safeguarding, escalation and supporting young people without overstepping.

VolunteersRequired
Educational Resources

Support for School, Applications and Student Finance

The schedule and services below demonstrate how homework help, tutoring and post-secondary guidance can be organised on the live site.

Weekly schedule
Homework Help

Drop-in support with assignments, study planning and difficult concepts. Tutors guide learning rather than completing work for students.

TuesdayMath and ScienceVirtual · 7:00 PM
ThursdayEnglish and Study SkillsVirtual · 7:00 PM
SaturdayAssignment SupportIn person · Sample
Directory
Tutoring Services

Searchable profiles can identify whether a tutor is a screened volunteer or paid provider, subjects offered, rates, qualifications, age groups and availability.

Volunteer tutorsPaid tutorsAdmin review
  • Comparing university, college, apprenticeship and other post-secondary pathways.
  • Building an application timeline with programme requirements and deadlines.
  • Reviewing personal statements, supplementary applications and activity descriptions.
  • Preparing questions for open houses, programme representatives and current students.
  • Understanding the difference between general information and individual financial advice.
  • Preparing questions and documents before using the official application system.
  • Finding official information about eligibility, deadlines, updates and repayment responsibilities.
  • Knowing when to contact a school financial-aid office for help with a specific situation.
  • Breaking large tasks into realistic weekly goals.
  • Using active recall, practice questions and spaced review.
  • Balancing school, work, volunteering and family responsibilities.
  • Seeking support early when stress, workload or learning difficulties become difficult to manage.
Youth Activities

Move, Create, Lead and Represent the Community

Activities can be filtered and managed through the backend once confirmed schedules, coaches, instructors, venues and capacity are available.

Youth soccer league
Sports League
Youth Soccer

Community practices, friendly matches and tournament participation organised by age group and skill level.

OutdoorAges 13–21
Youth basketball league
Sports League
Youth Basketball

Skill sessions, team play and recreational competition in a supervised community setting.

IndoorAges 13–21
Youth cultural dance and drumming
Cultural Group
Dance and Drumming

Learn rhythms, movement and performance traditions while preparing for ANCIM cultural events.

PerformanceAll youth
Youth drama group
Cultural Group
Drama and Storytelling

Acting, script development, spoken word and community stories for stage and video projects.

CreativeAll youth
Youth leadership training workshop
Leadership Program
Youth Leadership Lab

Public speaking, teamwork, planning, conflict management, facilitation and project leadership.

Training seriesAges 15–25
Youth conference
Annual Event
ANCIM Youth Conference

Speakers, workshops, talent showcases, networking, career exploration and youth-led conversations.

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Social Hub

A Moderated Space for Youth Voices and Creativity

Posts, comments, photographs and videos should be reviewed before publication. Content involving anyone under 18 requires appropriate consent and safeguarding controls.

Choosing between college, university and skilled trades
Moderated discussion · Sample topic
12 replies
How do you balance school, work and volunteering?
Moderated discussion · Sample topic
8 replies
Young Nigerians building careers in technology
Moderated discussion · Sample topic
15 replies
Youth blogSample
What I Learned From My First Volunteer Project

A sample first-person reflection showing how approved youth-written articles can appear.

Youth vlogSample
A Day at the Youth Leadership Workshop

A sample video-story card for approved youth-led updates, interviews and programme recaps.

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Share an Article or Video Idea

Youth can propose educational, cultural or community-focused content for review before publication.

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Music Performance

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Spoken Word

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Dance Showcase

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Volunteer Opportunities

Serve the Community and Keep a Record of Your Contribution

Youth can join approved projects, request participation in the Youth Council, and record completed hours on their device. Official verification still requires administrator approval.

Community Care Project
Support an approved food drive, newcomer welcome activity, seniors outreach effort or neighbourhood service project.
ANCIM Event Volunteer Team
Help with registration, setup, guest support, photography assistance, activity coordination or cleanup at approved events.
Peer Learning and Reading Support
Older youth may support approved reading clubs, homework sessions or educational events after screening and orientation.
Youth Council
Help identify youth priorities, propose activities, review programme ideas and represent youth perspectives in ANCIM planning.
Your Next Opportunity May Start With One Connection

Track a scholarship, request a mentor, join a team, apply for the Youth Council, or register for the next conference. The programme is designed to help young people take practical next steps.