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ANFCA Alberta Indigenous Youth Council

The ANFCA’s Provincial Youth Council, The Alberta Indigenous Youth Council (AIYC)

Today, the well-developed youth council has emerged as a proud group of youth from across the province of Alberta with a vision for themselves, their communities and the future. Building on a strong foundation of Friendship Centre history, the AIYC is structured in a Board of Directors format that allows and encourages skill development and understanding of community involvement and community buil

ding. Throughout Alberta, many Indigenous youth councils operate within Friendship Centres and act as critical elements of steering committees designed to oversee and ensure youth involvement in youth programming. It is from these community-based youth councils that representatives are appointed to attend the provincial youth council. One youth representative from AAYC is appointed to the national youth council (IYC) to represent issues that are relevant to Alberta’s Indigenous youth. Building on their own young history, founding and early AIYC members have moved on making room for new members. Past members cite their involvement in Friendship Centres and the AIYC as a turning point for their current life successes. This impressive group of young people are representative of an array of Indigenous cultures found in Alberta. Métis, Dene, Cree, Blackfoot, and Chipewyan youth join together to identify current issues, explore innovative solutions, advance personal skill development, access training and partake in cultural events and activities. The AIYC has participated in youth and Elder cultural retreats, province-wide youth programming, and is currently involved in multi-media training that will result in a youth-driven, video series designed to address issues and promote youth movement within Friendship Centres

This energetic group is steeped in strength, vision and respect. Their direct involvement in this process is empowering, skill developing and instills a sense of ownership for solutions and actions required to overcome social issues faced in every community.

06/02/2026

Kids Help Phone is honoured to announce the Shared Teachings in Virtual Reality series, with a special focus on their collaboration with 2Spirit Manitoba and the video Teachings of Belonging. Created with a First Nations Elder, a Métis Knowledge Keeper, and 2SLGBTQIA+ Indigenous youth, this piece centers messages of worthiness, safety, and belonging — powerful reminders on a day that calls attention to the ongoing impacts of violence and loss, and the strength of Indigenous communities.

Filmed at the ceremonial firepit at Oodena Celebration Circle in Winnipeg — the “heart of the community” — and on the land at Stewart Lake in Kuujjuaq, Nunavik, the series immerses youth in spiritually significant places they may not be able to visit in person, fostering connection to land, culture, and community.

While this collaboration is a central feature, the YouTube playlist includes additional videos with Indigenous youth and Elders sharing teachings, stories, and support. All videos are available in VR and 2D, ensuring youth can access them on any connected device. Please check them out here:

05/13/2026

Friendly reminder that registration for Rise Up 2026 - 2027 is still open!

Our third Virtual Session is being held tonight! (Must be registered in Rise Up to attend)

Register NOW - https://anfca.wufoo.com/forms/pugb05f1w0qbjx/

Please contact Ben at [email protected] for more information

04/17/2026

Being able to speak to an Elder when you need assistance or guidance is incredibly important.

In Rise Up, there are two amazing Elders that are ready and waiting to get to know you. They are available to speak to Rise Up youth to support you in your journey. Whether you need to ask for advice, are just looking for someone to chat with, or have questions about culture, Corky and Lynn are ready to chat with you.

"Our names are Lynn Jonasson and his DARLING, LOVELY and BEAUTIFUL wife Corky Larsen Jonasson 😄. Lynn is a member of the Fisher River Cree (Oceko sipi) Nation Treaty 5 Manitoba. Corky is Cree Metis and is connected to Samson Cree Nation, treaty 6 Maskwacis through her matrilineal side and Danish on her dad's side. We are really looking forward to meeting and visiting all of you at some point! In the meantime, if you have any questions or a would like to talk or would like to tell us a bit about yourselves please reach out to us."

If you'd like to learn more about Rise Up and how you can get connected with Corky and Lynn, please reach out to Ben at [email protected]

04/10/2026

Friendly reminder that registration for Rise Up 2026 - 2027 is still open!

Our first Virtual Information Session for Youth/Parents/Caregivers will be held on April 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM over Zoom. (Must be registered in Rise Up to attend)

Register NOW - https://anfca.wufoo.com/forms/pugb05f1w0qbjx/

Please contact Ben at [email protected] for more information

04/01/2026

Register now for Rise Up 2026 /2027!

What is Rise Up? - Rise Up will engage and support urban Indigenous young people, ages 12-30, to participate in volunteer opportunities that develop relationships, build leadership skills, and create a sense of belonging and connection while advancing youth education in and related to UNDRIP and the TRC 94 Calls to Action.

Registration NOW - https://anfca.wufoo.com/forms/pugb05f1w0qbjx/

Virtual Information Session for Youth/Parents/Caregivers: April 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM. (Must be registered in Rise Up to attend)

Please contact Ben at [email protected] for more information

03/30/2026

RISE UP is back for 2026!

What is Rise Up? - Rise Up will engage and support urban Indigenous young people, ages 12-30, to participate in volunteer opportunities that develop relationships, build leadership skills, and create a sense of belonging and connection while advancing youth education in and related to UNDRIP and the TRC 94 Calls to Action.

Registration begins April 1, 2026 - Watch this page for the link!

Information Session for Youth/Parents/Caregivers: April 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM. (Must be registered in Rise Up to attend)

Please contact Ben at [email protected] for more information

03/18/2026

This week five Rise Up youth have the privilege of attending Gathering Our Voices 2026 in Vancouver, Canada's largest Indigenous Youth Gathering. Over the next few days, the youth will participate in leadership workshops, cultural ceremonies, and will network with many youth from across Canada.

Opportunities like this one are available to youth that participate in Rise Up: Empowering Urban Indigenous Youth.

Starting April 1, 2026, we will be accepting registrations for the 2026 - 2027 Rise Up Youth cohort! Stay tuned to our page for the registration link!

03/09/2026

Rise Up is back for 2026 - 2027 — and the next generation starts here.

Learn across generations.
Carry the teachings.
Connect through laughter.

Rise Up brings Indigenous youth together with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community to build skills, confidence, and belonging — all in one space.

Come as you are. Grow at your pace.
Let’s rise up together.

🌱 Youth-led. Culture-rooted. Community-driven.

On April 1, 2026, we will be opening registration for the next Rise Up Youth Cohort! Watch our page for more information!

01/06/2026

WHAT IS RISE UP?

Rise Up is a youth-led empowerment program for Indigenous youth focused on culture, leadership, and community connection.

The program creates safe, culturally grounded spaces where youth build confidence, skills, and a strong sense of belonging.

Rise Up is for Indigenous youth who want to grow, reconnect, and lead — in supportive, community-based spaces.

Next Rise Up Virtual Session - Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

👉 Register via Wufoo:
https://anfca.wufoo.com/forms/ws5b7la0txzm06/

12/17/2025

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