Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is currently accepting applications for its Digital Youth Ambassadors Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About ICTC Digital Youth Ambassadors Program
ICTC is a national non-profit with the mission of strengthening Canada's digital advantage in the global economy. Our work is committed to ensuring that Canada’s diverse workforce is skilled and ready for future opportunities. With shifting international trade policy and the emergence of advanced technologies transforming the digital workforce, such as AI, there’s ever-growing pressure on Canadian workers to adapt, especially young Canadians.
Benefits of ICTC Digital Youth Ambassadors Program
- Six (6) virtual meetings with ICTC staff over 12 months to provide input on our program design, materials, and supports – and how they meet the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds across the country.
- All-expenses-paid trip to Ottawa for your first meeting, and an event where you’ll network with employers, engage with government stakeholders, and meet with decision-makers to help shape the future of Canada’s youth agenda.
- A monetary honorarium to recognize your contributions and time during meetings.
- Exclusive invitations to ICTC’s suite of nationwide events that bring together diverse networks to discuss emerging and advanced technologies.
- A chance to become a leading voice on behalf of the next generation of Canadian leaders, shaping a more equitable and prosperous digital economy for Canada’s youth, and influencing policies and programs that drive inclusive growth.
ICTC Digital Youth Ambassadors Program Requirements
- You must be 18-29 years old, living in Canada, and either 3+ years into your post-secondary studies or have graduated within the last 5 years from an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution.
- You must be willing and able to commit to serving as a Digital Youth Ambassador for a twelve-month term.
- Current part or full-time federal government employees are ineligible to serve as Ambassadors.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
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