About BC Youth Week

BC Youth Week is a provincial celebration of youth held annually during the first week of May. It is a week of fun filled interaction and a celebration intended to build a strong connection between youth and their communities. This event is intended to highlight the interests, accomplishments, and diversity of youth across the province.

In 1995, a small group of local municipal planners and youth recreation leaders in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia came across an idea they thought might be an interesting little project. At first, discussions revolved around the idea of organizing a Youth Day. However, this was not big enough for the ambitious group, so they decided to make an entire week focused on youth. Thus, Youth Week was born. It began with a handful of municipalities launching a new and exciting initiative to promote partnerships with youth, adults, businesses, government, schools and the media, it was A Celebration of Youth.

20+ years later, Youth Week has become an provincial celebration to promote awareness of youth. It is an opportunity for people to learn about, and from, the youth of their community. During May 1st to 7th, youth in BC will embrace the spirit of Youth Week by participating in activities and events organized by youth for youth, while honouring and celebrating their diversity and their many contributions in their communities.

BC Youth Week events have included:

More information, including a sample of the activities that take place during BC Youth Week, can be found on our member’s websites.

Mark your calendar and support youth in your community from May 1st-7th!