Portland Youth Information Centre

18/10/2018

Nominations are now being accepted for the election of suitable candidates to fill vacant positions on the National Youth Council of Jamaica (NYCJ) and All the parish youth council.

DOWNLOAD THE NOMINATION FORM

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The deadline for submission of nominations is October 31, 2018.

Let's encourage our Youth club leader to participate.

03/04/2018

Enter to win in the Youth Innovation Centre rebranding competition. Please visit www.youthjamaica.com for more information on how to enter.

18/03/2018

18/03/2018

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Apply by *April 30* for the *DBJ Scholarship at the UWI Mona* value at $250,000JMD.

Available to students who are registered in Level II of the programme and are pursuing studies in the Faculty of Social Sciences majoring in Economics; OR pursuing studies in the Faculty of Science and Technology (Agriculture-based). The Development Bank of Jamaica scholarship award will be based on a high academic achievement (a GPA of at least 3.3). Additionally, the scholarship applicant must be active members of their community with verifiable financial need.

*Visit the link for more info.*

Apply for the annual Development Bank of Jamaica Scholarships from the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) for students enrolled at the University of West Indies, Mona Campus. The Scholarship deadline is is April 30 annually.

18/03/2018

Do you know of anyone between 17 and 34 with an intellectual disability or other disabilities? Encourage them to be a part of the National Youth Service Empowerment Programme. The programme is designed to give 6 months work experience to the disabled and a fortnightly stipend. The structure of the programme includes an interview session and orientation before placement.
For further information please call 715-3445 or 383-8517 or visit the office at shop 4, 23 West Street Port Antonio (upstairs Taj Pharmacy )

18/03/2018

The National Youth Service is currently recruiting individuals between the ages of 17-29 to be engaged in its annual summer programme. The programme provides 3 weeks work experience at the end a stipend is payable (dependent on qualifications ). Persons with or without CXC's may apply. For further information call the office at 715 -3445/ 383-8517 or visit us at shop 4, 23 West Street Port Antonio (upstairs Taj Pharmacy )

15/12/2017

Around The Table Discussion on Entrepreneurship hosted by Mr G Townsend at the Bay View Eco Resort.

15/12/2017

“Canada is offering Permanent Residency Visa and Scholarships to International Students 2018”

There are several scholarships open in Canada and students must not miss the chance – visit the website below
Canadian Government Scholarships for International Students, 2018
Government of Canada
Application Deadline: November 1, 2017
37 Full Tuition International Scholarships at University of Toronto in Canada, 2018
University of Toronto in Canada
Application Deadline: November 30, 2017 and January 15, 2018
University of Alberta Doctoral Scholarship for International Students in Canada, 2018
University of Alberta, Canada
Application Deadline: November 1, 2017
International Entrance Scholarships and Awards at University of Calgary in Canada, 2018
University of Calgary, Canada
Application Deadline: Contact Employer
University of British Columbia Scholarships for International Students in Canada, 2018
University of British Columbia, Canada
Application Deadline: November 15, 2017
Canadian Francophonie Fully Funded Scholarship Program in Canada, 2018
Government of Canada
Application Deadline: Varying by country
UBC Future Forests Fellowships for International Students in Canada, 2017
University of British Columbia, Canada
Application Deadline: November 24, 2017
Entrance Scholarships for International Students at Douglas College in Canada, 2018
Douglas College, Canada
Application Deadline: January 31, 2018
OGS and QEII-GSST Graduate Scholarships for International Students in Canada, 2018
University of Waterloo, Canada
Application Deadline: October 13, 2017, and February 18, 2017
Canadian Francophonie Fully Funded Scholarship Program in Canada, 2018
Government of Canada
Application Deadline: Varying by country
University of Alberta Centenary Scholarships in Canada, 2018
University of Alberta, Canada
Application Deadline: December 18, 2017
International Entrance Leadership Scholarships at University of Alberta in Canada, 2018
University of Alberta, Canada
Application Deadline: December 18, 2017
York University International Circle of Scholars Scholarships in Canada, 2018
York University, Canada
Application Deadline: October 15, 2017
Canada-Brazil Awards – Joint Research Projects, 2018
Canada and the Federal Agency for Support and Evaluation of Graduate Education (CAPES) of Brazil
Application Deadline: October 11, 2017

37 Full Tuition International Scholarships at the University of Toronto in Canada, 2018
The University of Toronto in Canada
Application Deadline: November 30, 2017, and January 15, 2018
TFS Grade 7 Entrance Scholarships Programme in Canada, 2018-2019
TFS – Canada’s International School
Application Deadline: December 1, 2017
PhD Positions at Nano and Hybrid Materials Laboratory in Canada, 2017
Nano and Hybrid Materials Laboratory, Canada
Application Deadline: Contact employer
Personal Scholarships for Engineering Students in Canada, 2017
Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), Canada
Application Deadline: December 29, 2017
Canada Postdoctoral Research Scholarship in Natural Resources for International Students, 2017
Natural Resources Canada, Canada
Application Deadline: Open for 2017-2018 academic year
PhD Position in Gut Microbiology for International Applicants in Canada, 2017
University of Ottawa, Canada
Application Deadline: Contact employer
Alexander Rutherford Scholarship at the University of Alberta in Canada, 2017
University of Alberta, Canada
Application Deadline: Open
Graduate Entrance Scholarships at University of Northern British Columbia in Canada, 2017
University of Northern British Columbia, Canada
Application Deadline: December 15, 2017
2017 Perimeter Scholars International Awards in Theoretical Physics, Canada
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Canada
Application Deadline: February 1, 2017.
Trudeau Foundation Scholarships for International Students in Canada, 2017
Trudeau Foundation
Application Deadline: 9 December 2016
Quebec MELS Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Students, Canada
Government of Québec, Canada
Application Deadline: November 1st, 2015
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship for Women in USA and Canada, 2016-2017
International Peace Scholarship Fund, Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.)
Application Deadline: December 15, 2017
I am an international student in Canada. Can I work while studying?
Yes. You may be eligible to work in Canada while studying and after you graduate. As a study permit holder, you may qualify to work on-campus or off-campus without an additional work permit if you meet specific criteria.
If your academic, professional or vocational training program includes an essential co-op or internship component, you will need to apply for a work permit.
You may also apply for a post-graduation work permit to continue working in Canada after you graduate from an eligible institution.
For more details, see Work Permits for Students."

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08/12/2017

President and founding member of the Fair Prospect Gardens Youth and Environmental Club Kelsey Jones won the prestigious Prime Minister's Youth Award for Excellence in the category of Environment Protection.

Jones is a fifth form science student at the Titchfield High school.
At just age fifteen she was the youngest nominee and youngest winner of the competition. The award ceremony was held on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Jamaica House.

15/11/2017

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04/11/2017

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01/11/2017

Youth Month 2017.