Welcome
The Coalition
The Canadian Young Leaders Coalition (CYLC) facilitates inter-generational dialogue and inspires civic engagement by bringing together established and emerging leaders from across Canada and around the globe.
Our Long-Term Initiatives and Special Engagement Projects empower young leaders to initiate positive, intentional and rejuvenating change — unleashing Canada's potential and further enhancing our future.
Federally Registered
A federally-registered not-for-profit corporation based in the Financial District of downtown Toronto.
Non-Partisan
We are not politically affiliated and are proud to be represented by WeirFoulds LLP.
Globally Engaged
With connections spanning four continents, the CYLC is globally engaged while remaining Canadian-centered.
Guiding Principles
Our 3 Fundamental Questions
Where do you want to go?
How do you want to get there?
Who do you want to be when you arrive?
About Us
Building Canada's
Next Generation of Leaders
With connections spanning four continents the CYLC is globally engaged while remaining Canadian-centered. We recognize that Canada is an exceptional country: this is why we are continuing to build upon a national network of outstanding, hard-working and passionate young leaders who are highly motivated to see our country flourish.
With a strong emphasis on the importance of local engagement, young leaders connected to the Coalition are active contributors to their immediate communities. We believe this is the best way Canada's emerging leaders can participate in ensuring that every Canadian has a bright and promising future.
“The CYLC is committed to increasing young Canadians' sense of national unity through further developing the strength and resilience of our local communities.”
Strategic Priorities
Our Interests. Canada's Interests.
Economics
Promoting robust economic dialogue and advocating for policies that position Canada for long-term prosperity and global competitiveness.
National Unity
Strengthening the bonds between Canadians from coast to coast, fostering a shared sense of purpose and national identity.
National Defence
Engaging with defence policy and encouraging dialogue about Canada's role in maintaining international peace and security.
Our Journey
The Coalition: Inspiring Change
Young Leaders 4 Ukraine
The CYLC hosts its inaugural gala in support of Ukraine. The event was generously supported by private citizens from across Canada, local small businesses, multi-national corporations and was attended by 200+ Guests, including:
- General (ret.) Rick Hillier, fmr. Chief of Defence Staff•
- His Excellency, the Consul General of Ukraine•
- His Eminence, Bishop Bayda (Ukrainian Catholic Church)•
- President of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (Toronto)•
- Chair of the Board, Ukrainian Credit Union•
Young Leaders 4 Ukraine
The CYLC hosts its inaugural gala in support of Ukraine. The event was generously supported by private citizens from across Canada, local small businesses, multi-national corporations and was attended by 200+ Guests, including:
- •General (ret.) Rick Hillier, fmr. Chief of Defence Staff
- •His Excellency, the Consul General of Ukraine
- •His Eminence, Bishop Bayda (Ukrainian Catholic Church)
- •President of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (Toronto)
- •Chair of the Board, Ukrainian Credit Union
CURE Special Engagement Project
In response to the outbreak of war in Ukraine, the CYLC's National President issues an Executive Directive to initiate CURE — the Canadian-Ukrainian Relief Effort — as a cross-Canada Special Engagement Project (SEP) of the CYLC. Since its inception, CURE has assisted several Ukrainian-nationals in fleeing conflict and resettling in the Greater Toronto Area.
CURE Special Engagement Project
In response to the outbreak of war in Ukraine, the CYLC's National President issues an Executive Directive to initiate CURE — the Canadian-Ukrainian Relief Effort — as a cross-Canada Special Engagement Project (SEP) of the CYLC. Since its inception, CURE has assisted several Ukrainian-nationals in fleeing conflict and resettling in the Greater Toronto Area.
CURE Scholars
The CYLC expands CURE to form CURE Scholars at Trinity Western University (TWU) in British Columbia. This scholarship continues to support the academic aspirations of Ukrainian international students who remain displaced by conflict and are currently studying at TWU.
CURE Scholars
The CYLC expands CURE to form CURE Scholars at Trinity Western University (TWU) in British Columbia. This scholarship continues to support the academic aspirations of Ukrainian international students who remain displaced by conflict and are currently studying at TWU.
Global Dialogue Series
The CYLC's National President hosts a series of bilateral meetings with international diplomats — i.e. His Excellency, the Consul General of the Republic of (South) Korea; etc. — in the Financial District of downtown Toronto. Discussion topics ranged from:
- •Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Opportunities
- •Integrating young leaders into a global leadership network
- •The shifting international strategic landscape and the new opportunities for increased social and economic co-operation with Canadian allies / partners
Global Dialogue Series
The CYLC's National President hosts a series of bilateral meetings with international diplomats — i.e. His Excellency, the Consul General of the Republic of (South) Korea; etc. — in the Financial District of downtown Toronto. Discussion topics ranged from:
- •Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Opportunities
- •Integrating young leaders into a global leadership network
- •The shifting international strategic landscape and the new opportunities for increased social and economic co-operation with Canadian allies / partners
Ontario Leadership Summit
The CYLC's National President presides as Chairman of the Ontario Leadership Summit — an invitational gathering taking place at the historic lakeside Paletta Mansion. Discussion topics included:
- Affordability, Housing & Federal Interest-Rates•
- Ontario's Post-Secondary Education System•
- Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Jobs•
Ontario Leadership Summit
The CYLC's National President presides as Chairman of the Ontario Leadership Summit — an invitational gathering taking place at the historic lakeside Paletta Mansion. Discussion topics included:
- •Affordability, Housing & Federal Interest-Rates
- •Ontario's Post-Secondary Education System
- •Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Jobs
Global Engagement Council
The CYLC forms the Global Engagement Council to further coordinate the Coalition's international efforts and increase co-operation with world-wide partners. The Global Engagement Council assists in the ongoing expansion of the CYLC's overseas network of established and emerging leaders:
- •The CYLC's National President appoints a Special Envoy to the United States of America (Washington, D.C.)
- •The CYLC's National President appoints a Special Envoy to the United Nations & Greater Asia (Bangkok, Thailand)
Global Engagement Council
The CYLC forms the Global Engagement Council to further coordinate the Coalition's international efforts and increase co-operation with world-wide partners. The Global Engagement Council assists in the ongoing expansion of the CYLC's overseas network of established and emerging leaders:
- •The CYLC's National President appoints a Special Envoy to the United States of America (Washington, D.C.)
- •The CYLC's National President appoints a Special Envoy to the United Nations & Greater Asia (Bangkok, Thailand)
Forum on the Future
The Forum is a gathering of established and emerging Canadian leaders. Guests and speakers from across Canada congregate to thoughtfully engage in a series of future-focused conversations. The Forum is the only national platform in Canada exclusively dedicated to the promotion of inter-generational leadership dialogues.
Forum on the Future
The Forum is a gathering of established and emerging Canadian leaders. Guests and speakers from across Canada congregate to thoughtfully engage in a series of future-focused conversations. The Forum is the only national platform in Canada exclusively dedicated to the promotion of inter-generational leadership dialogues.
In Action
Coalition Highlights
