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Introduction to Youth Link

Even as children, some people know exactly what kind of work they want to do as an adult. Most people, though, are faced with a vast array of choices and have only vague ideas about where their talents lie. They're often not sure how to turn those choices and possibilities into making a place for themselves in the working world.

Youth Link can help you make the transition from school to work, no matter where you are on the path to finding a career that suits you. Youth Link offers information on close to 200 programs, services and resources. Whether you're looking for support to gain the education and skills you need to reach your goal, some experience to help you test the waters, or the chance to travel and broaden your horizons, Youth Link will point you in the right direction. Doing the research, having the courage to jump in and take the initiative - that part is up to you.

Youth Link provides information on scholarships, work experiences and summer jobs for students in high school, university and college. It's also a great research tool if you want to get some work experience first and then go back to school. No matter what your situation, there are numerous organizations willing to help, and you can find out about them here. There's everything from A-Z - in fact, the information is listed alphabetically to simplify your search.

Youth Link offers comprehensive information on a cross-section of awards and grants, career development tools, work placements and travel exchanges. These tools, programs and opportunities are intended to help young people achieve their goals. Addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses and Web sites are included so you can follow up on your own.

Youth Link was developed through the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy. Let us know if you have suggestions on how we can help you even more. We want to know what worked - or didn't work - for you. You can fill out the feedback form.

Stay in touch!

To order (a) paper copy/copies of Youth Link, please contact:

1. To order (a) paper copy/copies of Youth Link, please contact:
   Public Enquiries Centre
   140 Promenade du Portage, Phase IV, Level 0
   Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0J9
   Fax: (819) 953-7260
2. The Youth Info-Line at 1 800 935-5555

Note: when ordering, please make sure to include the following information:

• publication title
• catalogue number (if applicable)
• number of copies
• language (english or french)
• your full mailing address