Great news! A new partnership between Chinese Canadians Together Foundation (ACCT)and the GLOCAL Foundation of Canada is set to offer participation grants supporting Chinese Canadian youth in civic leadership across Canada.
Through this collaboration, youth aged 18–30, Canadian citizens, Permanent residents or Refugee status will receive financial support to participate in ACCT’s leadership initiatives, including the Aspire to Act Civic Leadership Training Program and the Aspire to Lead Chinese Canadian Leaders’ Summit.
Youth participants may also gain access to additional opportunities through the National Youth Service Network, including opportunities to participate in youth-led civic engagement projects and apply for microgrants supporting community initiatives.
For full details on grants and the application process, please visit the partnership website.
Aspire to Act Civic Leadership Training Program
Program Fee: $350 CAD
Eligible participants receiving the ACCT × GLOCAL grant pay $100
Upcoming Cohort:
March 28, April 4 and 11, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (MT)
Plus: Up to 3 days of self-paced online learning
Application Deadline: March 25, 2026
Next Cohort:
May 3, 10 and 11, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (MT)
The Aspire to Act Civic Leadership Training Program is a unique civic leadership program designed for Chinese Canadians, with a strong focus on culture and identity. The program equips participants with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to lead in their communities and in public and civic life.
Through online self-paced learning, facilitated discussions, leadership exercises, and interactive dialogue with experienced leaders, participants explore topics such as identity, leadership skills, civic engagement, and pathways to public leadership in Canada, while developing their own leadership story and vision for civic impact.
