NSMS’ Youth Department is committed to youth engagement and providing valuable opportunities for young immigrants to connect to their community. NSMS youth programs work with new immigrant youth on settlement related issues, community bridging and anti-racism and diversity issues.  

Get Connected Program
An eight-week program and/or one-to-one coaching that assists newcomer youth and young adults in their transition into Canadian life.  Program participants gain knowledge and experience in:

• Leadership & team building
• Volunteering
• Career exploration/job search skills
• Life skills
• Recreation
• Self awareness

For more information, contact Saba Golchin sabag@nsms.ca  or 604-988-2931

Integr8 and Activ8
NSMS works in partnership with North Vancouver School District to deliver Integr8 and Activ8 – two programs that address settlement related issues for newcomer youth. 

For more information, contact Jian Pablico jianp@nsms.ca  or 604-988-2931

Neonology: A brighter perspective
Neonology is a North Shore wide project that engages youth to actively participate in creating an inclusive and welcoming North Shore community for all youth.  Neonology is primarily an anti-racism initiative and supports youth, parents and teachers to create safe and respectful environments.  This program offers:

• Workshops to youth in high schools
• Youth leadership training  and opportunities to develop Neonology initiatives in schools
• Web based environments for youth to support to explore their ideas and role in creating racism-free and inclusive environments 
• Workshops for teachers, school staff, youth workers and parents

For more information, contact Jian Pablico jianp@nsms.ca  or 604-988-2931

Immigrant Family Bridging Project
This program provides youth with opportunities to explore their settlement process in terms of family communication. Youth develop relationship and leadership skills.

For more information, contact Jian Pablico jianp@nsms.ca  or 604-988-2931