YMAP is a free pre-registered program for high school youth and young adults who are newcomers to Canada. Previous participants of YMAP have included refugees, immigrants, international students and second-generation Canadians from more than 50 different countries.
Through weekly after-school sessions and special events, YMAP youth work to develop essential skills that assist in a positive and healthy integration into Canada, while also maintaining and celebrating their cultures of origin. They engage in community work through volunteer and fundraising projects throughout the city.
YMAP participants develop their leadership and teamwork skills in a weekly session with YMCA staff. Participants will learn about resume writing and job preparation, financial literacy, health and wellness, and life in Calgary. Participants spend time learning how to make their communities great in program, as well as through field trips and volunteer opportunities.
Participants also have the chance to attend a larger field trip once a year.
Previous YMAP participants say the program has helped them make new friends, learn new skills, make a difference in their community while developing the confidence they need to succeed in life.
We offer YMAP at six different locations conveniently located in all quadrants of the city.