we're a youth-led group driven to motivate and support the youth and young adults of Strathcona County by providing them with a platform to lead and inspire change, to connect and build, and to shape the future of their community.
nothing about us without us
Fight Back Against the Snow with SNOWBUSTERS!
Volunteer Strathcona
Snowbusters is a service offered by Volunteer Strathcona to connect youth and young adutls with people in the community who need some help with removing snow from their driveways and sidewalks. Take on this challenge solo, with a friend, or in a group!
Find out more about this opportunity at the link below.
Turn the Focus on Youth
Next Gen (Hey! That's us!)
Do you know a youth or young adult that's done something and deserves recognition for it? Tell us!
We've recently started a new series, Future Focus, to turn the spotlight on the amazing youth and young adults of Strathcona County that are doing amazing things. This could something like starting a fundraiser, advocating for a cause, or staying a bit late to help clean things up.
If you have someone in mind (and yes, it can be you), send us an email at info@strathconextgen.ca or use the button below.
Thu, Apr 25Eastglen SchoolApr 25, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Eastglen School, 11430 68 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 1P1, Canada
Fri, Apr 26Sherwood Park, AB, CanadaApr 26, 2024, 12:00 a.m. – Jun 22, 2024, 11:50 p.m.Sherwood Park, AB, CanadaStrathcona Contemporary is a dynamic, two-month celebration showcasing the incredible talent of Strathcona County's art community through a series of five, free, social events and one amazing exhibition.
Sat, Apr 27Strathcona County LibraryApr 27, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Strathcona County Library, 401 Festival Ln, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 5T8, Canada
Multiple DatesTue, Apr 30Gallery@501Apr 30, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Gallery@501, 501 Festival Ave #120, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4X3, Canada
Multiple DatesSat, May 04Ardrossan Memorial HallMay 04, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Ardrossan Memorial Hall, 60 First Ave, Ardrossan, AB T8E 2A2, CanadaCome out and meet talented local producers, bakers, distillers, artisans, and more!
Multiple DatesWed, May 08Canadian Tire Parking LotMay 08, 2024, 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Canadian Tire Parking Lot, 3000 Emerald Dr, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 0P5, CanadaCome support your local year round Sherwood Park Farmers Market that runs every Wednesday from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
Multiple DatesTue, May 14BC Room, Family and Community ServicesMay 14, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.BC Room, Family and Community Services, 401 Festival Ln, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 5T8, CanadaCheck us out, see what we do, and add your voice!
"wait, what exactly do you do?"
In the simplest terms, we do a bit of everything.
Our group both serves and is led by the youth and young adults of Strathcona County. This means that whatever they want to see, we want to do.
We host and participate in community events, advocate for the youth and young adult voice, contribute to local initiatives, collect and maintain an assortment of resources, and work towards a future-friendly Strathcona County to name a few things.
What we do is always expanding and always changing but, no matter what, we're always here for youth and young adults.
still curious? looking to learn more?
We have a whole page for people like you!
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this is not our land
Strathcona County Next Gen acknowledges that we are located on Treaty Six Territory and the homeland of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Regions Two and Four.
We recognize that we stand upon land that carries the footsteps of Cree, Métis, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, and Inuit peoples who are just a few amongst many other nations who have been here for thousands of years. It is our inherent responsibility that we should all strive to foster healthier relationships with the Indigenous Peoples of the land we share and to further the Calls to Action as outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
While bringing a voice to our next generations, we hold honour for those that have walked before us and aspire to develop a vibrant and diverse community in which everyone is welcome and has a role to play. We will not forget the footsteps of those who have walked where we now build.
These words are by no means enough on their own so let us all work together to repair the damage left behind from forceful colonization and assimilations. Everyone should be able to feel safe and welcome in the lands they call home.