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Thanks to Deirdre Potash for the inspired program description below. Over the past few weeks, youth at Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School in Quebec, have participated in an interdisciplinary arts project that encouraged them to explore environmental awareness through visual art, literacy, and leadership values. Inspired by life in the water, students created metal embossed …

Pressing Through: Quebec Youth Create Art for the Environment  Read More »

The story below was written by Zora and Ravi White, two youth from Quebec who are lving the LEAD values. They are an inspiration to everyone! Submitted by Deirdre Potash Greetings! My name is Zora White, and I live in L’Île-Perrot, Quebec. I have done some exciting things for my age related to anti-bullying, from …

United Against Bullying: Zora and Ravi White Take Action! Read More »

Poetry month is coming to an end, and while some treat it as another month and others treat it as a month of reflecting on literature, what does this month actually signify?  Poetry month was founded in 1998 aiming to encourage reading, writing, and teaching poetry in schools and communities. It is not just about …

Gratitude: By Youth Writer, Devan Grewal Read More »

You’ve probably heard of Earth Day—but have you ever wondered why it actually matters? It’s more than just a day about the environment—it’s about the future we all share. Every action we take today—big or small—ripples into the world our children and grandchildren will inherit. From the air we breathe to the food we eat; …

Why Earth Day Matters: By Youth Writer Brooklyn Earl Read More »

Some days, everything just feels… off. You wake up tired, even if you slept. You don’t feel like talking to anyone, but you also don’t want to be alone. Little things annoy you more than they should, and your mind won’t stop racing. And the worst part? You can’t always explain why. If that sounds …

When Everything Feels Off… Read More »

In celebration of National Poetry Month, we are featuring poetry and photos written and taken by youth at Britannia Elementary in Vancouver and across Canada. Youth at Britannia participated in a week long LEAD program in January 2026, supported by a CLICK grant, where their art and artfulness was captured. Enjoy celebrating their voices with …

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YouthLEADarts Inc. Notice of Annual General Meeting of the Members NOTICE is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Members of youthLEADarts Inc (the “Corporation”) is called for and will be held electronically via Zoom videoconferencing on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, 4 pm (ET).   Via ZOOM for the following purposes:  AGENDA youthLEADarts Inc. Lori Sherritt-Fleming  President …

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April is a volunteer extraordinaire! We are especially grateful that she has been leading jewelry and crocheting workshops for youth in Lismore. Because she knows that budgets are tight, April put together individual kits for each participant and provided all materials and services free of charge.  April retired from her demanding career job and a …

Spotlight on April: A True LEADer in Her Community!  Read More »

This week marked the opening of “An East Side Story” a public exhibit featuring photographs and poetry by grade 6 and 7 students at Britannia Elementary. There was laughter, joy, celebration and pride.  The exhibition followed on the heels of a week-long series of workshops delivered by LEAD artists where youth explored drama, photography, poetry …

“An East Side Story” Student Photography Exhibition Opens Read More »

Save the date! Join us for this dynamic exhibit opening and reception on Wednesday, February 25th at Britannia Library in Vancouver. “An East Side Story” was created during a week-long program with youthLEADarts in January, and made possible through the generosity of a CLICK grant. Photographs taken by grade 6/7 students celebrate their community on …

You’re Invited to the Opening of “An East Side Story” Celebrating the Photography and Poetry of LEAD Youth Read More »