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Youth Amplified

Higher education can change lives…when it is accessible for all.

Background

Youth Amplified logoYouth Amplified is a suite of community-focused initiatives rooted in Sheridan’s mission to unlock the transformative power of education – and help young people in our local campus-communities forge a path to postsecondary studies.

In partnership with youth-serving organizations across Halton and Peel, the programs under the Youth Amplified banner seek to intentionally forge pathways to postsecondary for equity-deserving groups. They offer youth mentorship, connections to financial aid and resources, exposure and hands-on experiences with our disciplines of strength, guidance through the postsecondary application process, a window into student life, and more.

Youth Amplified delivers on the aspirations in Sheridan’s Strategic Plan to contribute meaningfully to the needs of our local communities across Peel and Halton Regions.

By connecting deeply and listening to the needs of our local community partners and youth, we can strengthen access to postsecondary education together.

Our impact

Programs

Youth Amplified is thrilled to facilitate workshops, camps and other programs for youth in Halton and Peel.

  • Ignite curiosity and spark innovation! Our Sheridan Student STEAM Instructors lead dynamic, hands-on workshops for youth in Grades 2 to 8, delivering engaging 1-hour sessions in after-school programs, classrooms and community partner locations. With an ideal group size of 15–20 participants, we create an interactive and inspiring learning experience that brings STEAM concepts to life!

    Explore our hands-on STEAM activities:

    Activity Description

    Coded Keychain

    Discover how computers communicate using binary code.

    Invention Marathon

    Get creative with hands-on innovation and design thinking.

    Slingshot Car

    Explore energy in motion with your own slingshot-powered car.

    States of Matter

    Experiment with solids and liquids to uncover how matter behaves.

    Bridges

    Learn how bridges stay strong using tension, compression and balance.

    Towers

    Build tall, stable structures using real-world engineering principles.

    Ozo Bots

    Dive into robotics with fun, beginner-friendly visual programming.

    Kaleidoscope

    Explore light, color and reflection through your own creation.

    Parts of Plants

    Discover what makes plants grow and why they matter.

    To inquire about partnering with us for STEAM workshops at your organization’s location, please contact Nancy White at nancy.white@sheridancollege.ca

  • Our Sheridan Student Youth Outreach Instructors lead dynamic, hands-on workshops for youth in Grades 2 to 10, delivering engaging 30 – 90-minute sessions in after-school programs, classrooms and community partner locations. With an ideal group size of 15–25 participants.

    Topics include:

    • Digital skills decoded
    • Coding/Ozobots
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Emerging technologies

    To inquire about partnering with us for Cyber Smart workshops at your organization’s location, please contact Nancy White at nancy.white@sheridancollege.ca

  • Summer camp details for 2026 are currently in development.

    To inquire about upcoming Tech and Skilled Trades summer camps, please contact Nancy White at nancy.white@sheridancollege.ca

  • Sheridan's Theatre Camp provides youth with an engaging introduction to performance and creative expression.

    This fun and challenging theatre arts camp is led by Sheridan's Music Theatre Performance students and faculty. Campers will build confidence, creativity, and friendships over the week, finishing with a performance for friends and family where they'll show off their acting, dancing, singing and creative skills.

    Registration is now open for July 2026 camps.

    View full program details and register for Theatre Camp.

Connect

For more information, please fill out or contact:

Nancy White
Community Engagement Specialist
Email: nancy.white@sheridancollege.ca

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Partnerships

The Youth Amplified strategy seeks to collaborate with community-based youth organizations in Peel and Halton that align with our strategy’s purpose and approach to giving sightline and eliminating barriers to postsecondary education – ultimately supporting and empowering all youth to reach their full potential.

This can take on several formats:

  • Co-designing new initiatives together
  • Bringing content-specific workshops to your existing programs/youth groups

If you are a local youth-serving organization interested in collaborating with us, please fill out the to get started. We look forward to connecting with you!

Meet some of our community partners

Memberships

Actua

911³Ô¹ÏÍø is a proud network member of Actua, a national network of like-minded programs.

Actua is a leading Canadian science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach organization. Each year, the Actua network engages over 500,000 youth in 600 communities across Canada in transformative STEM learning experiences that build critical skills and confidence. Please visit .

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Additionally, we would like to recognize Actua’s National funders whose support also benefits our programs.

2025-26 Actua National Funders

Government of Canada | Suncor Energy Foundation | TD Ready Commitment | Toyota Foundation | Enbridge | CIBC Foundation | Scotiabank | Cenovus Energy | Imperial | Microsoft

Resources

Sheridan’s teams are ready to support members of our community who may be considering postsecondary studies, whether by sharing a glimpse of life at Sheridan or helping you navigate the application process.

Please review the resources below to learn about the many pathways and resources available to help you get started.

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Career advising services for future students

We're here to help you choose a program and plan your continuing education. Please get in touch!

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Campus Tours and Information Sessions

We've compiled some great resources here for future students. With virtual tours, check out our campuses from the comfort of your own home. Other resources include links to our digital viewbook, weekly webinars, and how to apply.
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Pathways and Transfer Students

Our Pathway and Credit Transfer initiatives allow you to leverage your previous credentials and related experience toward a Sheridan credential. Start your research here to explore which options can put you on the quickest path toward getting the qualifications for the career that you want.

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Academic Upgrading

Missing requirements? Academic Upgrading is a tuition-free program that provides you with the admission requirements needed to apply to a college program, certificate program, or workplace skills needed for employment.

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Dual Credit

If you are a high school student who has successfully completed one or more dual credit courses, you may be able to have those courses recognized as credits in a Sheridan Ontario Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma program, depending on the course you’ve taken and the program you want to take.

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Financial Aid & Awards

Financial assistance is an important factor for many students as they decide where and what to study. Sheridan has a variety of assistance programs, which are awarded based on demonstrated financial need.
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Student Services

At Sheridan we're dedicated to your success, both inside and outside the classroom. Our many services will help you adjust to college life and your academic program.
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