YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO

Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD) Program

Wecome to Canada!

NYLD offers a safe, supportive, and fun environment where you can meet new people, build new skills and get involved in your new home.

Read our blog Become a Leader

How can I join?

How does it work?

Why should I join?

How can I find out more about all the activities?

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NYLD makes a world of difference.

“"It helped me grow so much as a person, and all of the memories I have from the program are so positive and made my experience unforgettable.”

- Samet (Former Youth Intern)

Benefits

Strengthen your leadership skills by supporting a youth advisor during NYLD activities
Make a difference by developing and facilitating your own community project
Build your teamwork skills by working on a group project with other interns
Become employment-ready by attending valuable professional development workshops and training sessions
Earn a competitive hourly pay rate

Customize Your Internship

Youth interns have the choice to focus on one of the four following streamlines:

Outreach and Promotion
Program Development and Facilitation
Program Evaluation and Reporting
Not-for-Profit Administration

If you have questions about the NYI Program, please get in touch with your NYLD youth advisor.

Attention Teachers, Settlement Workers, Youth Workers and Students!

Would you like our staff to deliver a workshop in your class, library or community organization? Our Learn and Lead workshop series for newcomer youth offer a great variety of topics to choose from, including leadership, communication, volunteering, post-secondary education, Canadian culture and more. Check out our flyer (PDF) for more details!