Make Your Pitch Deadline: March 28, 2014!

Make Your Pitch, the Government of Ontario and Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE), are pleased to be bringing back the Young Entrepreneurs, Make Your Pitch high school competition.

The competition challenges students in grades 9 to 12 to pitch their business ideas in a two-minute video to be voted on by the public and expert judges. Finalists will receive a trip to Toronto (including transportation and hotel for the finalists and chaperones) to present their ideas in front of a judging panel at OCE’s Discovery Conference and Trade Show on May 12-13. Six winners will then be selected and will be presented with a reserved entry into Summer Company to develop their business idea (worth up to $3,000).

This year’s competition is run by OCE on behalf of the Government of Ontario and presents an exciting opportunity for high school students to learn about the benefits of a career in entrepreneurship and of starting their own business. Student participants will also receive expert guidance on pitching a business proposal.

 www.makeyourpitch.ca

Summer Company DEADLINE: May 23, 2014

BAC member Camille Lauren-Gordon, pictured below, was one of Summer Company 2013's participants with her business Art of Ciel.

The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment, through its continuing Youth Entrepreneurship Strategy, has announced the fourteenth year for Summer Company, a student entrepreneurship experience that will provide hands-on business training, mentoring – and awards of up to $3000 – to help enterprising young people start and run their own summer businesses.  It’s a great opportunity for students ages 15-29 to develop entrepreneurial skills and build the experience that comes with running a small business.

Over the last thirteen years, SBEC and its team of volunteer mentors have worked with more than 100 winners of the Summer Company program.  These students experienced the challenges and thrills of small business ownership.  This is year, SBEC is again looking forward to offering awards to creative and hard-working young people.  The program is open to secondary school, college and university students who are returning to school in the fall of 2014.

Students are encouraged to operate simple sole proprietorships, which focus on a service offering or a single product.  The application process includes writing a business plan – a challenge even for the seasoned businessperson. 

For Eligibility, Guidelines and an Application, visit www.ontario.ca/summercompany

Kids Art and Book Club

February 27, 6:30 - 8 PM. Kids Art and Book Club at Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives, 9 Wellington St E. Join the Brampton Library and PAMA for a free, fun program where you will show off your artistic and literary talents. Talk about some of your favourite books, create your own art masterpieces and more! Register in advance at 905-793-4636. FREE.

YOUNG JOURNALISTS/REPORTERS

CALLING YOUNG ASPIRING WRITERS/JOURNALISTS. DEADLINE: March 7, 2014. Must be at least 16 years old AND in your last year of high school for your chance to win a $250 bursary. The Brampton Guardian wants to know ‘What is the single most significant topic that matters to you and directly affects your community?’ For more info, try http://bit.ly/1eOkiof

Originally posted on February 13, 2014 at 11:33 AM.

CALL TO YOUNG ARTISTS - Beaux- Arts Brampton

DEADLINE: JANUARY 30, 2014. Beaux-Arts Brampton is giving youth (18 to 25) the opportunity to exhibit their works in the downtown core of Brampton in the Art Cove Gallery. Painting, printmaking, mixed media and sculpture are the mediums being accepted. Check out the article that appeared this past December 9 or visit www.beaux-artsbrampton.com.

Originally published on January 13, 2014  at 2:16 PM
Republished in 2014 on January 16 at 10:44 AM, January 23 at 10:48 AM

Professional opportunity for youth

The Brampton Multicultural Youth Council (BMYC) is currently looking for executives. They are a completely youth-run council whose aim is to educate youth about what it means to live in a diverse country, while fostering positive interaction between people.

The available positions are
- Vice President
- Social Media Manager
- Technology Director
- & Graphics Designer.

Although each position has a specific set of required skills, the individuals should be motivated, hardworking, as well as have a passion for multiculturalism. The executives would gain new, transferable skills, meet and collaborate with new people, and most importantly learn about the hidden social issues associated with multiculturalism.


 The deadline for applications is originally August 4th but is being extended to August 9th. If you have any further questions, you can email abeera.shahid@tmyc.ca You can also stay updated with the council's endeavors on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BramptonMulticulturalYouthCouncilbmyc?ref=hl

 More information about the Council as well as the position specific requirements can be found on the website:http://bmycweb.wix.com/bmyc#!services1/cj5k.

Youth Writers Club Meeting

April 24, 6 - 8 PM at Four Corners Brampton Library Branch, 65 Queen St E. Open to Secondary school students. This club and its monthly meetings are to inspire and enhance the writing skills of aspiring youth writers, to publish selected works, and to learn from special guest authors. www.BramptonLibrary.ca 905-793-4636. Registration required. Limited space of 20.

YOUTH AUDITIONS

Saturday, April 13, 2013. YOUTH AUDITIONS (25 and under) for Brampton Chamber Music Concert Series at Koichi Inoue’s Piano Studio, 69 Ready Court, Brampton, Ontario, L6Y 4T4. Candidates must be Brampton residents, accepting either vocalists or instrumentalists within classical genre. Entry forms and fee must be received by March 25, 2013. An ORMTA production.


For forms, rules and regulations, http://www.artsbrampton.ca/NF/BCMCS2013rules.pdf

Originally published on March 7, 2013 at 1:13 PM 

CALL FOR YOUNG ARTISTS, AUTHORS & PHOTOGRAPHERS

Be original. Be creative. 

Be part of the new Canada Day Challenge!

The Department of Canadian Heritage invites youth between 8 and 18 years old to enter the new Canada Day Challenge (formerly the Canada Day Poster Challenge).  

It is an opportunity for young people to express what Canada means to them by submitting a piece of creative work inspired by this year’s theme Canada: Strong and Free.  

They can enter in one, two or all three of the following categories:

· Draw it! (original poster design)
· Snap it! (digital photography)
· Write it! (creative writing)

Plus, they can win great prizes, including a trip to Ottawa, Ontario to take part in the 2013 Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill, an iPad mini and much more!  

For more information on the Canada Day Challenge, including complete contest rules and regulations, entry forms and printer-friendly learning resources, please visit www.challenge.pch.gc.ca.

The submission deadline is March 22, 2013. Best of luck to all those who participate!

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Sois original. Sois créatif. Relève le Défi de la fête du Canada!

Le ministère du Patrimoine canadien est fier d’inviter les jeunes entre 8 et 18 ans à participer au nouveau Défi de la fête du Canada (anciennement le Défi de l’affiche de la fête du Canada).

C’est une occasion pour les jeunes d’exprimer ce que le Canada signifie pour eux en soumettant une œuvre inspirée par le thème de cette année Des plus brillants exploits.

Les jeunes peuvent participer dans l’une, deux ou trois des catégories suivantes :

· Dessine-le! (affiche originale)
· Prends-le en photo! (photo numérique)
· Écris-le! (création littéraire)

Il y a des très beaux prix à gagner, y compris un voyage à Ottawa pour participer aux célébrations de la fête du Canada 2013 sur la Colline du Parlement, un iPad mini et beaucoup plus!

Visitez notre site au www.defi.pch.gc.ca pour en apprendre davantage sur le Défi et pour télécharger le matériel d’apprentissage imprimable.

La date limite pour participer au concours est le 22 mars 2013. Bonne chance à tous les participants!

Originally published on  February 11, 2013 at 1:34 PM
Republished on February 13, 2013 at 3:32 PM, February 27, 2013 at 1:11 PM, March 7, 2013 at 11:07 AM, March 20, 2013 at 2: 21 PM, 

Youth Writers Club Meeting

February 27, 6 – 8 pm at Four Corners Library Branch, 65 Queen St E. Open to secondary school students. This club and it’s monthly meetings are to inspire and enhance the writing skills of aspiring youth writers, to publish selected works, and to learn from special guest authors. www.BramptonLibrary.ca 905-793-4636. Registration required. Limited space of 20.  

Spark Box Studio's Winter Residency & Emerging Artist Award

2013 Winter ResidencySpark Box Studio's 2013 Winter Residency Open Call is now accepting applications from national and international artists at all stages of their career. Each year we are excited to invite a new group of artists into our space. Here artists will be given the time and space to network, research, experiment and built their artist practices. Focusing on your art career at a quiet, self-directed residency is a great experience and what better place to do it than surrounded by the rural Ontario countryside.

Emerging Artist Award:

Beginning your career as an emerging artist can be tough, which is why Spark Box Studio is offering FREE RESIDENCIES to fine art students and emerging artists. This residency opportunity is a unique way for young and emerging artists to cultivate new ideas, access a rich library of arts resources, learn about career-building opportunities, and develop an understanding of the art world from a business perspective.

Six emerging artists will receive a one-week (7 days) residency at our studio in Prince Edward County. The selected applicants will be given a private studio space and given access to the Spark Box Studio equipment and resources, as well, winners will be provided with living accommodations for their week-long stay. They will also have access to career guidance from owners Chrissy Poitras and Kyle Topping, along with, local community members.

The winter residency award runs from February 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013. Please be advised that the award is for 7 consecutive days.

Applying for the Residency Award gives artists the opportunity to practice an essential business skill in the art world: the application process.
APPLY NOW (DEADLINE JANUARY 31, 2013) CLICK HERE>>
http://sparkboxstudio.com/residencyaward/

Originally published on December 11, 2012 at 11:09 AM
Republished on December 12, 11:05 AM, January 10, 2013 at 11:30 AM, January 23, 2013 at 1:01 PM

Brampton Library Youth Writers Club Meeting

January 16 at Four Corners Library Branch, 65 Queen St E. Open to Secondary school students. This club and its monthly meetings are to inspire and enhance the writing skills of aspiring youth writers, to publish selected works, and to learn from special guest authors. www.BramptonLibrary.ca 905-793-4636. Registration required. Limited space of 20. 

UPCOMING YOUTH OPPORTUNITY

DEADLINE February 4 & 18, 2013. Find out details about the competition for the 25th Annual Young Artist Showcase and 25th Annual Young Author Showcase. http://bactalk.blogspot.ca/2012/10/upcoming-youth-opportunity.html

UPDATE: We ask that sending submissions be put on hold until January 7, 2013.
Originally published on November 1, 2012 at 11:09 AM
Republished on November 15, 2012 a 1:04 pm, November 22, 2012 at 11:01 AM.

Youth Writers Club Meeting

December 12 at Four Corners Brampton Library Branch, 65 Queen St E. Open to Secondary school students. This club and it’s monthly meetings are to inspire and enhance the writing skills of aspiring youth writers, to publish selected works, and to learn from special guest authors. www.BramptonLibrary.ca 905-793-4636. Registration required. Limited space of 20.

Everyone is Welcome to the Community BBQ

Saturday, September 15, 12 – 3 PM. Youth Arts Against Violence will be hosting a Community BBQ!  Anyone is welcome,to celebrate our community. For more information please refer to the attached flyer ( http://www.artsbrampton.ca/NF/YAAVBBQ.jpg) or call Lisa Bertin, 905-790-7707

Originally published on Aug 28, 2012 at 12:58PM
Republished on Sep 6, 2012 at 1:47 PM

AUDITION NOTICES

Sunday August 19 from 1-4pm and Tuesday, August 21 from 7- 9:30 pm. Peel Panto Players will present “Jack and the Beanstalk” as its annual English Pantomime. PPP will hold auditions for this production on at rehearsal facility 115 Orenda Road. They are looking for a cast of children (ages 6 and up) and adults. Previous experience is not necessary. Just a commitment to three rehearsals per week (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday), starting September 4th. Performances will take place between November 22 and December 2 at the Lester B. Pearson Theatre. During audition, you will be asked to read from the play and sing a brief song.

Sunday August 26 from 2-4pm and Tuesday, August 28 from 7- 9:30 pm. Peel Panto Players will present “What is Susan's Secret?” an American farce. PPP will hold auditions for this production on at our rehearsal facility 115 Orenda Road, Brampton. We are looking for a cast of adults - 6 males, and 6 females (age range 30 to 60 or the ability to portray these ages on stage). Previous experience is not necessary. Just a commitment to two rehearsals per week.
(Tuesday 7:30 to 9:30 and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm), starting early September. Performances will take place between October 18-21 and October 25 - 27 at the Lester B. Pearson Theatre.
During the audition, you will be asked to read from the play and sing a brief song.

Come and experience the fun and friendship that Community Theatre offers. For further information see our website www.peelplayers.com or find us on Facebook (Peel Panto Players).

Originally published on Aug 16, 2012 at 1:02PM
Republished on Aug 23, 2012 at 11:00AM, Aug 28, 2012 at 11:45AM

FINAL SHOW OF TOUR

The Rock School Rising Star Acoustic Tour - Final Show for the tour this season (FREE). Come join the Rock School on Saturday June 23rd at 10am during farmer's market in the Rose Theatre's Garden Square.  Our students will be performing some of your favorite songs!  Please come out and be part of the community spirit! For more information, please call 905-487-1425 or visit http://www.therockschool.ca/ or http://www.brampton.ca/en/Business/edo/Downtown-Queen-Street/Pages/Farmers-Market.aspx

June Youth Workshops

Schedule for Youth Arts Against Violence, 4 – 7 pm. Ages 12 – 24 are welcome. Tuesday is Music Production &/or Step Dance, Wednesday is Photography or Modern Batik, & Thursday is Photoshop or Visual Arts. 4:30 – 6:30 pm Friday is Drama & NEW! Guitar/Songwriting. Workshops are at the Eclypse Youth Centre, 60 West Drive, Suite 101.  FREE but please call to register a space. 905-790-7707