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).
Hope for a positive change was the mood among panelist and attendees during the presentation of the research A Rocky Path: Understanding Access to Education Challenges for Newcomer Children & Youth, presented by the FCJ Youth Network on June 14. The research was made possible thanks to the support of the Maytree Foundation, whose president,…
We are excited to invite you to join our Playing to Act Workshop, a series of 12 sessions where you can learn basic theater knowledge in a fun and supportive environment. This is a great opportunity for young people to explore their creativity and express themselves through theater. Also it is a good way to…
Register now for a new semester of Uprooted U (Oct-Dec 2023)
* 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. Uprooted U is an immersive and interactive academic series emulating the Post-Secondary Education…
Registration for these activities is now closed Summer Book Club The FCJ Youth Network invites yo to the 2023 Summer Book Club. Pairing kids 6-12 with youth 13-30 to practice reading English, while developing their interpersonal confidence through discussions. When: Where: Summer Arts and Crafts Workshop The FCJ Refugee centre invistes you to join the…
Walking with Amal in solidarity with displaced children everywhere
Little Amal is the 12 foot puppet of a 10 year old Syrian refugee child. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees, and she will be in Toronto this coming Wednesday, June 7th, inviting everyone to walk with her in solidarity with displaced children everywhere. Walking with Amal is…
“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…
Register now for a new semester of Uprooted U (Nov-Dec 2022)
* 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 –…
