"youth"

The committee discusses the launch of the 2026 recruitment campaign for youth involvement in municipal activities.

The commission held a workshop with the *Laboratoire de formation populaire de l’Outaouais* to discuss youth civic engagement strategies for the 2026-2030 municipal action plan. Members participated in a debate on artificial intelligence and brainstormed formats for future youth citizenship activities.

The commission reviewed the upcoming 2026 recruitment campaign, including a new visual identity based on a star shape. Members provided feedback on campaign slogans and outreach strategies to ensure the campaign effectively reaches Gatineau youth.

The committee will review and discuss a proposed strategy to encourage active transportation (such as walking or cycling) among youth aged 12 to 17. This is part of the city's efforts to promote healthy and sustainable mobility habits for younger residents.

The commission received a presentation on the development of an anti-discrimination campaign, which has a budget of $85,000. The campaign aims to deconstruct prejudices and will involve collaboration with the Youth Commission, with implementation planned for January 2027.

This session includes a public question period followed by a discussion regarding LGBTQIA2+ community issues and youth-related topics, concluding with a break.

The organization Jeunesse Idem presented its mission to support LGBTQIA2+ youth aged 7 to 35. The discussion highlighted the prevalence of homophobia and transphobia in schools and the need for mandatory awareness training and stronger institutional support.

This item involves the formal approval of the minutes from a closed-door meeting of the city's youth commission.

This item involves the formal approval of the minutes from a closed-door meeting of the city's youth commission.

This item authorizes an agreement to provide municipal space to the 'Relais des Jeunes Gatinois', a local youth organization. This helps the group deliver its services to the community.

This item approves an update to the existing agreement with the youth organization M-Ado Jeunes.

Presentation of a study regarding the academic performance of youth in the region to inform committee discussions.

A presentation regarding a youth consultation project taking place in the Plateau sector, specifically involving the 'Avenue des jeunes Pause' initiative.

A series of updates and discussions regarding youth-related initiatives, including recruitment, the Youth Summit action plan, the adogatineau.ca project, and upcoming cultural events.

The City is implementing a targeted action plan to prevent violence among youth in Police Sector 10, covering a wide age range from 7 to 35.

This is a routine filing of the 2024 annual report regarding the work plan of the Youth Commission.

The city presented the 'Building Safer Communities Fund,' which targets youth violence prevention. Members discussed the importance of including seniors in these intergenerational safety initiatives.

The commission discussed the Building Safer Communities Fund, focusing on youth engagement, crime prevention, and the importance of building trust between the community and the police (SPVG). Members emphasized the need for inclusive outreach to immigrant and Indigenous communities.

This item is the formal filing of the minutes from the Youth Commission meeting held on November 16, 2024, for council review.

This item is the formal filing of the minutes from the Youth Commission meeting held on December 14, 2024, for council review.

This item includes a discussion on neighborhood life with Évelyne Carbonneau from Plume Outaouais and a presentation by Dominic Faucher regarding the AdoGatineau youth platform. Members discussed challenges regarding internet access, school phone policies, and strategies to improve youth engagement with the platform.

Routine filing of the minutes from the October 19, 2024, meeting of the Youth Commission.

Discussion regarding the network of student councils within the city's schools and their engagement with the commission.

The Commission reviewed a new project aimed at fostering intergenerational connections, combating ageism, and promoting active aging through collaboration between seniors and youth.

Discussion regarding the city's downtown development plan and how to better integrate and accommodate youth within the city centre.

The Youth Commission will support the promotion of the School and Professional Information Fair organized by the Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l’Outaouais (CSSPO) on November 26, 2024.

The Youth Commission discussed how to improve the city centre for young people, suggesting more affordable businesses, youth-oriented entertainment, and improved public spaces. The commission plans to participate in upcoming public consultations and requested economic studies from Vision Centre-Ville.

The commission formed a Communications Committee and a podcast sub-committee to promote the Youth Commission.

A presentation was given regarding the integration of the youth free-access transit card with the student card, including a new name and visual identity.

The Gatineau Police Service presented the 'Youth Diversity Summit,' an initiative aimed at encouraging diverse youth to consider a career in policing. The commission members expressed support for the project and asked clarifying questions regarding the event's logistics and partnerships.

An educational session focused on how young people in Gatineau can participate in civic life and community engagement.

A presentation regarding initiatives aimed at educating youth on the dangers of impaired driving, held in a closed session.

This is a routine procedural item to table the minutes from the March 16, 2024, meeting of the Youth Commission.

This section covers several youth-focused initiatives, including the 'Ma place' project expansion, School Perseverance Week, the 2024 recruitment strategy for the Youth Commission, school tours, and a youth speaker project.

Discussion regarding the upcoming 'La Ville débarque dans ton école' (The City visits your school) outreach tour, which is planned to take place in local schools during February.

Discussion regarding the youth free access program provided by the *Société de transport de l’Outaouais* (STO), Gatineau's public transit agency.

A brainstorming session to develop content for the Adogatineau.ca youth portal project.

The commission held a brainstorming session regarding a project funded by the Youth Secretariat (*Secrétariat de la jeunesse*) to gather youth perspectives on the Adogatineau.ca communication project.

Secondary school representatives shared strategies for recruitment and discussed various school-based projects, including hydroponic greenhouses and environmental initiatives.

The commission discussed a project involving youth in the creation of promotional videos for municipal services. Youth will be involved in all stages, including ideation and filming, to engage 19,000 local teenagers.

A presentation by the regional health authority (CISSSO) regarding the 'Aire Ouverte' program, which provides integrated health and social services to youth, followed by a discussion.