The FCJ Youth Network has shaped a positive and inclusive space to welcome migrant and refugee youth from around the world. The group works from a strong intersectional framework, and welcomes anyone regardless of their immigration status, gender identity, sexual identity, language ability, length of time in Canada, skin colour, country of origin, or any other aspect of their identity. The group strives to celebrate the resilience and potential of each of its members, and address the multiple barriers that impede their full and equitable participation in Canadian society. The group is open for migrant and refugee youth between the ages of 14 and 25 (and allies).
“A sign of our strength and unity”: The launching of the ‘Regularize Now’ Quilt Project
The Migrant Workers Alliance for Change (MWAC) launched the quilt they sew together using pieces created by participants, migrants and from communities connected to migrant support organizations in Toronto, including FCJ Refugee Centre. In the coming months this quilt will travel across Canada to different cities to raise awareness for the Status for All campaign…
The FCJ Youth Network doesn’t stop for the winter! There is still time to register for our activities: Free music classes for kids As a part of our Uprooted Junior Program, FCJ Refugee Centre and Musicbox Children’s Charity are offering free music classes. Come build musical foundations through fun, educational and engaging activities. Classes are…
A new edition of the Youth Network ‘Bestie Book’ is out there!
The FCJ Youth Network invites you to read the Summer 2022 Edition of our Bestie Book! As both a recap of our past couple of months, and a celebration of the members of our network, the Bestie Book is a space to amplify the voices of all migrant youth. So we want to hear from…
* Registration for this semester is now closed. Please stay tuned for new courses * Our Access to Education program is starting a new semester of the Uprooted U program for youth and newcomer individuals that have barriers to accessing Post-Secondary Education. The program is facilitated by PHD candidate volunteer Tyler Correia, and will be…
The FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Team and Tyler Correia, in our commitment to Access To Education, invite you to join Uprooted Workshops 2022. This program is an immersive set of academic and skill-based workshops that promote practical learning strategies, and career readiness skills. Available for ages 18 and above, with classes delivered in English, the…
Thinking of how to have some fun this summer while learning some new skills? The FCJ Youth Network have you covered! Join our weekly art and reading activities for children and youth! Uprooted Jr: Art Classes The Uprooted Jr. series is hosting weekly art classes with several members of the FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Network…
Community Hour: Skill Building Workshops for Newcomers, July 2022
The FCJ Refugee Centre invite you to join Community Hour. These workshops take place every Thursday between 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. We are partnering with community volunteers to provide you with skill building workshops on a weekly basis. The workshops range from self-care to professional and artistic advancement. Please click here to choose workshops…
Community Hour: Skill Building Workshops for Newcomers, June 2022
The FCJ Refugee Centre invite you to join Community Hour. These workshops will take place every Thursday between 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, starting on June 2nd. We are partnering with community volunteers to provide you with skill building workshops on a weekly basis. These workshops will range from self-care to professional and artistic advancement….
We are excited to announce that Uprooted Jr. series will be hosting weekly, one hour art classes, starting Monday, January 31st, 2022 at 4:00pm. We are thrilled to welcome our talented Youth Network member Alexis, who will be teaching the art classes. The art classes are open to all children and youth who are interested…
The FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Team invite you to join the Uprooted Homework Club! The Uprooted Homework Club is a safe space for newcomer children and youth to come together and do homework. The program will run every Thursday for six weeks, starting on November 4th. It will be facilitated on Zoom from 3:30pm –…
Introducing the New Uprooted Workshop Series for Academic Skill Building
The FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Team invite you to join the Uprooted Academic Skill Building Workshops! These workshops will take place for 6 weeks to support you in all aspects of your academic success. Oftentimes, newcomers have disengaging and inequitable experiences with the Canadian education system due to structural barriers. These workshops fill this gap…
Registration is open for a new semester of the Uprooted U and Uprooted Jr programs
We’re so excited to announce new semesters of the Uprooted U and Uprooted Jr programs, and we’re thrilled to be welcoming back our amazing teacher Tyler Correia to both of them. These courses are an immersive academic experience, with weekly online classes focusing on literature, social status, world events, and the evolving political climate we…
As a part of our Uprooted Junior Program, FCJ Refugee Centre & Musicbox Children’s Charity are offering free music classes. Where: Through Zoom When: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons Time: 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm Come together to learn a new skill, share in music and have fun! For more information and to register, please contact:…
The ‘Bestie Book’ Spring 2021 Edition is ready, check it out!
The FCJ Youth Network invites you to read the Spring 2021 Edition our Bestie Book. As both a recap of our past couple months, and a celebration of the members of our network, the Bestie Book is a space to amplify the voices of all migrant youth. In this edition you’ll find artwork, jokes, and…
This April, the FCJ Youth Network is happy to be continuing our monthly family dinner tradition, this time with a twist! For our Family Dinner: Snack Takeover, we invite the newcomer youth in our community to join us with their favourite snack. During our virtual family dinner, everyone will share with the group why their…
