Discover Politics.
Build Leadership.
Influence Canada’s Future
The Youth Parliament of Canada is bringing together youth from throughout Canada for a parliamentary simulation in the nation’s capital.
Step Into Democracy
A Four-Day National Youth Experience
75 young people, ages 16 to 20, from throughout the country will come together to step inside the Senate Chambers, and experience the parliamentary process firsthand through this four-day immersive experience.
Experience Parliament
Debates, Committees & Conversations
Youth will take part in authentic parliamentary activities, including legislative debates, committee work, and question period. Youth will also have the opportunity to meet with politicians, political staff, journalists, and civic leaders.
Youth Empowerment
Inspiring Canada’s Next Generation of Engaged Leaders
The Youth Parliament of Canada is designed to inspire a new generation of engaged citizens and future leaders—helping young people better understand their country and their role within it.
Empowered Citizenship
Building Skills, Exploring Identity & Strengthening Democracy
Youth will deepen their understanding of democracy while practicing skills like persuasion, negotiation, and compromise. Participants will explore their political identity and connect with peers in a supportive, non-partisan setting.
Our Partners
The McCall MacBain Foundation is the seeding donor of the Youth Parliament of Canada.
The Youth Parliament of Canada was also made possible due to the generous support of the Max Bell Foundation, Your Canada Your Constitution and other private foundations.
about civix
Strengthening democracy through civic education
CIVIX is a national, non-partisan charity dedicated to strengthening democracy through civic education.
Since 2003, CIVIX has designed and delivered experiential learning programs that bring democracy to life in the classroom and help build the knowledge, attitudes and skills of active and informed citizenship.