Make Change Now!
Aug 28th
What do you think about youth services and programs in Markham? What are some of the things you love, and what are some of the things you think could be done better? Do you think there is a service that this town needs? Is there a particular event that would benefit the youth in Markham that you want to see? Contact us here and let us know how we can better serve you!
Planning for the Future Workshop Series
Aug 11th
When: Tuesday, August 25, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Angus Glen Community Centre, Activity Rooms 2 & 3: 3990 Major Mackenzie Drive East, Markham, ON, L6C 1P8
What: An opportunity for youth to come away with job search strategies and networking techniques that will benefit them throughout their careers.
Why: Youth will better handle the challenges and situations throughout their careers, including: adapting to life in a post- secondary institution, job search techniques and professional development, budgeting and financial management, and entrepreneurial strategies for ambitious self-starters.
RSVP is suggested. Please contact the York SCCY for more information; Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at 126 Tower Hill Drive, Unit 14. Call: (905) 508-4118
Presented by York Region’s Service Canada Centre for Youth.
Click here for more information.
Youth Volunteer Markham
Jul 19th
Need to fulfill the 40 community service hours needed for your high school diploma, or do you just simply want to make a difference in your community by volunteering? If so visit the new Youth Volunteer Markham (YVM) website here. There is also a full scholarship calender, youth job postings and resume tips are coming soon.
Apply to be on the 2010-2011 MYTF!
May 18th
Have you ever wanted to join the team that organizes events like Battle of the Bands and the Amazing Race? Here is your chance to become a member of the MYTF! We are now accepting applicants for the 2010-2011 term. If you are ambitious and passionate about representing the youth of Markham, this is one opportunity you do not want to pass over. Applications will be accepted until May 24. The form can be found here. If you have any questions, please contact Joey Loi at joey.loi@markhamyouth.com. Good luck!
Youth Week Success!
May 6th
Thanks to everyone that participated in Markham’s annual Youth Week! It was a great success and we hope to see you take part next year.
The MYTF’s first ever Answer to Cancer raised over $5000 for the Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Have you ever wanted to join the team that organizes events like Battle of the Bands and the Amazing Race? Here is your chance to become a member of the MYTF! We are now accepting applicants for the 2010-2011 term. If you are ambitious and passionate about representing the youth of Markham, this is one opportunity you do not want to pass over. Applications will be accepted until May 24. The form can be found here.
Markham Battle of the Bands 2010
May 1st
The Markham Mayor’s Youth Task Force is proud to present our 4th Annual Battle of the Bands! This is a friendly competition in which YOUTH from all across Markham come to battle it out in hopes of being Markham’s greatest band! The event will take place this year on May 7th, 2010 at the Miliken Mills Community Centre. Doors are open at 7pm. Tickets will be $4 OR $2 with a non-perishable food item, which the Mayor’s Youth Task Force will donate to a local food bank. To add to this event, this year, we have a NEW LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRT that we will be selling for ONLY $8 when you buy your ticket or $10 separately. Click HERE for more info.
Youth Week Kick-Off 2010
Apr 26th
Come out to Markville Mall on Sunday, May 2nd, 2010 for the annual Youth Week Kick Off. Gather your friends and get ready for the entertainment of a lifetime! It will be a show full of amazing dancers, singers, beat boxers and rappers. Come out to watch our town’s youth perform, do some fun activities and win lots of free prizes! This year, the Markham Mayor’s Youth Task Force has also organized the ANSWER TO CANCER, which is a component to Kick Off.
Click here for more info.
Breaking it Right 4- Dance Competition
Apr 19th
Come out on Saturday May 8th, 2010 from 5pm-10pm at Milliken Mills Community Centre for the Breaking it Right 4- Dance Competition.
There’s a $2 entrance free.
The first place prize is $150 and second place wins $80.
For more information, contact gabe-lam@hotmail.com ,
Melissa Lawless: 905-477-700 ext. 3355
Volunteer with CAYRE!
Apr 8th
If you are energetic, responsible, dedicated and interested in volunteering, cayre needs your help! Click here for more info.
Mayor’s Youth Award
Mar 25th
The MYTF presents the Mayor’s Youth Award! If you’re a student in Markham who is doing something to benefit the community, this is a great opportunity for you! The winners will have an opportunity to meet the Mayor of Markham, as well as a chance to receive a cash award of $300. Applications will be accepted
until April 9th for GRADES 7-8 ONLY, so submit your application now! Sign up here.
**Thank you to everyone who applied! The competition is now closed for Grades 7-12.
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