Youth Leadership Program
The Youth Leadership Program (YLP) supports and empowers newcomer youth and young people in ethnocultural communities with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to become active and responsible leaders in their communities.
Through a combination of interactive workshops, mentorship, hands-on projects, and community engagement activities, participants will develop competencies in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and project management.
The program also emphasizes social responsibility, cultural awareness, and civic engagement, encouraging youth to take initiative in addressing issues that matter to them locally and globally. By fostering leadership potential at an early stage, the program aims to build a new generation of thoughtful, inclusive, and effective leaders who are prepared to create positive change.
Staff in this program speaks English, Chinese and Ukrainian.
For information and registrations, call 416.727.0746 or email youthservice@costi.org.
Services Available
- Educational Field Trips
- Cultural and Discovery Excursion
- Outdoor Adventure
- Mentorship Opportunities
- Volunteer and Service Projects
- Team-based Challenges and Events
- Workshops on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Who is Eligible
The Youth Leadership Program welcomes participants from diverse backgrounds, typically aged 12 to 25, and is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and inspiring learning environment.
Program Intake
Ongoing (Monday - Friday)
Contact Details for:
Youth Leadership Program
2115 Finch Avenue West, Suite 101

Phone: 416-727-0746
Email: youthservice@costi.org
