Youth from immigrant families often feel they are ‘living in two different worlds’. Many of them are trying to integrate into Canadian society and also maintain their traditional values and cultures as expected by the parents. At the same time they are transitioning from childhood to adulthood and struggle with identity, gender roles and personal issues. The purpose of the youth program at ICWA is to provide these young immigrants a platform where they can discuss their problems, look for solutions and engage in various activities. 

The youth group has been involved with Mustard seed and volunteered at the centre. They have also been engaged in community theatre to raise awareness of girl’s rights abuses. Community theatre has been a very interesting activity for the youth. They had many suggestions about the script, acting and presenting the script and were very enthusiastic about raising awareness on social issues.

For more information on the group or to participate, please contact:

ICWA office 

Phone Number: 780-490-0477.