Search results for: “Education”

  • Alternative Education Schools

    Alternative Education Schools

    Where culture, care, and learning come together. Not all Indigenous youth thrive in traditional school settings. That’s why UNYA offers two Alternative Education Schools: Aries (ages 13–16) Cedar Walk (ages 16–19) Both provide safe, supportive, and culturally grounded spaces where learning is flexible and youth are recognized for their strengths, interests, and goals. Who We…

  • Education and Training

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  • Aries Education

    Aries Education

    The Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC) is a computer-based learning centre, supporting the personal, educational, and career development of Indigenous youth ages 15 to 30.  Our focus is on helping you gain employment and pursue your education. If you’re not in school right now, we can help you go back, whether that is to junior…

  • Cedar Walk Education

    Cedar Walk Education

    Cedar Walk is an alternative education program for Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 whose needs are not being met in traditional school programs.  As a student coming to Cedar Walk, we recognize and respect that you have your own unique strengths, goals, interests, needs, and history. We’ll collaborate with you to identify your goals…

  • Mentorship

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  • Mentor a Youth (12-15 years)

    Mentor a Youth (12-15 years)

    Volunteer with us! Become a Mentor. Change a Life. Looking to make a difference? UNYA offers a volunteer mentorship program that connects Indigenous youth (ages 12-15) with supportive, consistent role models. As a mentor, you’ll spend 2–4 hours each week with a young person for at least one year—building trust, sharing experiences, and guiding them…

  • Hey Youth! (12-15 Years)

    Hey Youth! (12-15 Years)

    Looking for a Mentor? If you are 12-15 years of age, this is for you! Looking for guidance, support, or just someone who’s there for you? UNYA’s Mentorship Program (ages 12–15) connect Indigenous youth with supportive, non-judgmental mentors. You’ll spend 2–4 hours each week with your mentor for at least one year—doing activities you choose,…

  • Mentor a Youth (16-18 years)

    Mentor a Youth (16-18 years)

    Volunteer with us! Become a Mentor. Change a Life. Looking to make a difference? UNYA offers a volunteer mentorship program that connects Indigenous youth (ages 16-18) with supportive, consistent role models. As a mentor, you’ll spend 2–4 hours each week with a young person for at least one year—building trust, sharing experiences, and guiding them…

  • Hey Youth! (16-18 Years)

    Hey Youth! (16-18 Years)

    Looking for a Mentor? If you are 16-18 years of age, this is for you! Looking for guidance, support, or just someone who’s there for you? UNYA’s Mentorship Program (ages 16-18) connect Indigenous youth with supportive, non-judgmental mentors. You’ll spend 2–4 hours each week with your mentor for at least one year—doing activities you choose,…

  • Roving Overnight Leader (January 2026)

    Full TimeThursday to Monday (10pm – 6am) This position requires working a schedule from Thursday to Monday (10pm – 6am), and maintains a 40 hour per week schedule. Highlights of this opportunity: As a member of a team of live-in program Managers & Leaders, the Roving Overnight Leader is responsible for providing direct support to…