What are the Youth Consulations?

Designed and facilitated by youth leaders, these events are shaped by lived experiences. Youth facilitators will ask participants about:

• What matters most to youth in their communities
• Ideas for youth programs, spaces and services
• How to make Ottawa more inclusive, creative and supportive for youth

This project supports youth to take the leadership roles in project implementation, develop creative solutions and create positive change in their community.

Why attend a consultation session?

• Free food and drinks from local vendors
• $50 attendance voucher — because your time and ideas are valuable to us all
• Transportation support — rides, bus tickets or parking
• A welcoming, inclusive space to share your story and ideas for positive change

Each event is designed to give you space to share, connect and co-create solutions that will shape City policies and programs, benefiting us all.

Event details

Session one – Dempsey Community Consultation

• Date: September 28, 2025
• Time: 2 to 5 pm
• Location: Dempsey Community Centre (1895 Russell Road, Ottawa, ON K1G 1L6)

Session two – BGC Taggart Parkes Consultation

• Date: October 5, 2025
• Time: 2 to 5 pm
• Location: BGC Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse (1770 Heatherington Road, Ottawa, ON K1V 8T8)

Session three – Michele Heights Community Consultation

• Date: October 19, 2025
• Time: 2 to 5 pm
• Location: Michele Heights Community Centre (2955 Michèle Drive, Ottawa, ON K2B 8G3)

Session four – Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Consultation

• Date: October 26, 2025
• Time: 2 to 5 pm
• Location: Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre (815 St. Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, ON K1K 3A7)