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Youth Engagement Working Group Call for Members - Spring 2026
Application Information
The City is accepting applications for its
Youth Engagement Working Group
from individuals between the ages of 18 to 30, as identified in the
Terms of Reference
.
The City will be accepting applications until
Sunday, June 14, 2026
About the Working Group
The Youth Engagement Working Group provides ongoing advice and guidance to the City of St. John's on how to best engage youth on City matters and advances recommendations from the Youth Engagement Strategy. As a member, you will share your insights on strategies, policies, and topics that matter to youth. Committee areas of focus include:
• Recommending effective ways for young people to engage with City services and events.
• Identifying barriers and gaps that could affect youth engagement.
• Exploring how the City’s partnerships can be leveraged to better engage hard-to-engage youth,
including newcomers, at-risk youth, and other vulnerable groups.
• Planning and hosting youth-focused events and initiatives for the City.
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements are outlined in the
Terms of Reference
. For individual representatives, applicants must be between 18-30 years of age and preference will be given to residents of St. John’s. Applicants should be within the required age group for the duration of the two-year term.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusiveness
The City of St. John’s is strongly committed to equity and inclusiveness. The City seeks to remove barriers to participation by designing processes that are transparent, accessible, and free of discrimination.
A paper copy of this expression of interest can be provided. If you require an alternate format, assistance with the application or have any other enquiries, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
cityclerk@stjohns.ca
.
Selection Information
In addition to eligibility requirements, the specific skills and experiences of an applicant will be important factors in Working Group selection. While all residents who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply, those who have demonstrated experience with groups or initiatives that have goals consistent with the Working Group, as outlined in its
Terms of Reference
, will be given preference.
Privacy Statement
Collection of personal information via this form is authorized under the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015 and is needed to process your application. Questions about the collection and use of the information may be directed to the City Clerk by telephone: 709 576 8619 or email:
cityclerk@stjohns.ca
