The Government of Canada has launched a new call for proposals under the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) Youth Innovation Component.

Through the Youth Innovation Component, eligible youth between the ages of 15 and 30 can apply to become Youth Accessibility Leaders (YAL). YALs will promote the EAF program by identifying accessibility barriers in public spaces or workplaces within their communities and partner with local organizations to apply for up to $10,000 in funding to address these barriers.

Participating YALs will gain:

• an increased awareness of accessibility barriers in their community;
• personal and community empowerment;
• valuable presentation skills;
• experience preparing or assisting in project proposals;
• networking opportunities; and
• social responsibility and volunteer experience that positively impacts communities across Canada.

The deadline for youth to submit applications is October 10, 2023 at 5:00pm (EDT).

Details on how to apply can be found at: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/enabling-accessibility-fund-youth-innovation.html