Rotary District 5370, in proud partnership with Honoring Indigenous Peoples (HIP) and 18 other Rotary Districts, is supporting the highly acclaimed Youth to Youth (Y2Y) Indigenous Cultural Program. We would love to see a student from our district participate!
✨ The Y2Y Program: A Unique & Immersive Experience
Only 50 youth from across Canada will be chosen for this exceptional program.
What: A week-long, immersive cultural and educational experience.
When: March 22–28, 2026.
Where: The historic Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario.
The Best Part: This is an all-expenses-paid opportunity! This includes return travel, accommodations, food, and admission to facilities such as museums.
🎯 Candidate Requirements & Deadlines
We need your help to fan out this information widely to ensure eligible students apply for this highly sought-after opportunity.
Eligibility
Interested youth MUST meet the following criteria:
- A Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Aged 15 to 17 at the time of the event (March 22-28, 2026).
- Enrolled in a Canadian secondary school.
Key Dates
- Online Application Deadline: End of the day, December 15, 2025
- Interview Process: Selected applicants will be interviewed in late December to early January.
- Notification of Selection: January 16, 2026
🔗 Resources & Application Links
Please utilize these resources to promote the program to your school boards, schools, exchange students, and parents with eligible students.
Program Overview: https://honouringindigenouspeoples.com/youth-to-youth/
Curriculum: https://honouringindigenouspeoples.com/2025curriculum/
Online Application: https://forms.gle/FYzFUygfxNarbRiB9
See the Impact! Watch this great video of previous Y2Y program participants—it's truly life-changing for these students: