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
Button-Making at the Highland Gathering
Next Gen (Hey! That's us!)
Strathcona County Next Gen has been tasked with button-making at the Sherwood Park Highland Gathering on July 20th and 21st and we're looking for some volunteers!
Volunteers will assist in creating buttons, set-up, and explaining the activity. If this sounds interesting to you, please send us an email at info@strathconextgen.ca to learn more.
**More details will be shared closer to the event
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.
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, May 11The Agora in the Community CenterMay 11, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.The Agora in the Community Center, 401 Festival Ln, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 5T8, CanadaBring your Mama or you favourite Mamas and shop over 70 Local vendors for Mother’s Day!
Multiple DatesSat, May 11Ecole Pere Kenneth KearnsMay 11, 2024, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Ecole Pere Kenneth Kearns, 8 Sandpiper Dr, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 0B6, Canada
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!
Multiple DatesWed, May 15Canadian Tire Parking LotMay 15, 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, Jun 04Ardrossan Memorial HallJun 04, 2024, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Ardrossan Memorial Hall, 60 First Ave, Ardrossan, AB T8E 2A2, CanadaCome out and meet talented local producers, bakers, distillers, artisans, and more!
"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?
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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.