Next Canada

Next Canada runs a year-long leadership program that gives high school students from low-income backgrounds across the GTA hands-on experience in public speaking, critical thinking, and community organizing. Participants attend weekly workshops, complete mentorship with professionals, and lead a capstone project addressing a real social issue in their neighborhood. The program removes financial barriers by covering all costs, ensuring students can participate fully without worrying about fees. Next Canada graduates report increased confidence in their academic abilities and stronger connections to their peers and mentors. The organization tracks outcomes for its alumni as they move into post-secondary education and beyond, building a network of young leaders committed to civic engagement and social change in Toronto and surrounding regions.