Exploring Civic Career Pathways for Youth
Kitchener Public Library is pleased to offer a youth-focused career exploration event designed to help teens learn more about careers in civic leadership and public service.
Exploring Civic Career Pathways for Youth
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
7:00 PM
Central Library
Ages 15+ (parents/caregivers welcome)
Participants will hear directly from professionals working in public service about career pathways, leadership, real-world experiences, and the impact of civic work in the community. Featured speakers include Melissa Durrell, Colleen James, and Mike Morrice.
The evening will also include a networking opportunity and a door prize draw for attendees.
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Career Conversations
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
The Waterloo Catholic District School Board, in partnership with HIEC and the Ontario Ministry of Education and delivered locally by the Business and Education Partnership of Waterloo Region, is excited to be bringing career conversations with industry professionals into our high school communities. This is your chance to share what you’ve learned during your career journey, open students’ eyes to new opportunities, and help them feel confident about what comes next.
We’re looking for career coaches from every industry and background—people who can help Grade 9 & 10 students discover what’s possible and understand the skills they’ll need along the way. If mentoring sounds like your kind of thing or you’d like to learn more about the program, we’d love for you to sign up now.
Learn more and sign up here: https://forms.gle/txUZAzdXY1CgYewGA
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Leaders of Today Award
Award Overview
The Leaders of Today Award is a $1,000 award designed to support young people as they explore their ideas, passions, and sense of purpose without limiting what leadership is supposed to look like.
This award is open to any young person under 30 living in Canada, whether they identify as a creator, entrepreneur, activist, artist, community builder, or something in between. A finished project, a formal title, or a polished plan is not required. What matters is curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to explore what they care about.
Our goal is to give youth the space to think freely, experiment boldly, and reflect on the kind of impact they want to make, on their own terms. By removing traditional barriers and expectations, the Leaders of Today Award encourages authentic thinking and diverse forms of leadership.
Award Amount: $1,000
Who Can Apply: Youth and young professionals under the age of 30 living in Canada
Application Deadline: 15th February 2026
