Level up your leadership skills! Build confidence, tackle challenges, and grow through expert coaching, teamwork, and creative activities.

• Program Overview

  Step up and discover your leadership potential in 13 weeks! Designed for youth aged 12–18, iLead equips participants with critical skills to become confident, impactful leaders in their communities. Through expert coaching, hands-on activities, and peer connections, participants will build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities while tackling real-world challenges.

• Program Details

  Cohort 1: January–March | 2025 Application Fee: $150 member $200 non-members. Location: Spruce Grove Library, Spruce Grove, Alberta (in-person and virtual)

  The iLead Youth Leadership Program is designed for youth ages 13–17 to build leadership skills and gain valuable experience in a supportive and engaging environment. Participants will explore the fundamentals of leadership while creating and presenting a passion project that addresses a community need.

  This program helps youth earn leadership hours for school, receive a certificate of completion, and provides an opportunity to apply their skills by serving as team leaders for Africentric Arts Summer Camp.

  Presented on weekends, the program builds character, fosters active citizenship, and develops social, emotional, and practical skills while encouraging meaningful contributions to their communities.

  Program Benefits:

  • Earn leadership hours for school

  • Receive a certificate of completion

  • Opportunity to practice leadership skills as a summer camp team leader

  Schedule

  • January 3rd: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm (Virtual)

  • January 4th: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • January 18th: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • January 25th: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm (Virtual)

  • February 1st: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • February 7th: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm (Virtual)

  • February 15th: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • February 22nd: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm (Virtual)

  • March 1st: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • March 15th: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

  • March 22nd: 4:00 pm-5:30 pm (Virtual)

  • March 29th: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (In person)

• FAQ

  1. Do I need prior leadership experience to join?
  No prior experience is needed! The program is designed for all skill levels and helps participants grow at their own pace.

  2. What happens if I miss a session?
  We encourage participants to attend all sessions, but recordings or resources from missed virtual sessions will be provided to help you catch up.

  3. Is the location wheelchair accessible?
  Yes, the TriCALA Office is wheelchair accessible to ensure all participants can fully engage in the program.

  4. What is the refund policy?
  Refunds are available up to 7 days before the program start date. After this, refunds are not guaranteed but may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  5. Will there be a certificate of completion?
  Yes, participants who complete the program will receive a certificate of achievement to showcase their leadership growth.

• Requirements

  • Must be 13–17 years old at the start of the program

  • Attendance at all virtual and in-person sessions is mandatory

  • Strong reliable internet connection 

  • Virtual meeting platform (Zoom)

Sign up today and take the first step toward becoming a leader in your community!

For collaboration and partnership please contact: Contact Africentric Arts.