Youth and students across Canada today face an emboldened challenge to our future. But it doesn't have to be this way.

The right to democracy;
The right to live in a world at peace;
The right to a good quality job;
The right to accessible education;
The right to full equality;
The right to justice for Aboriginal peoples and Quebec;
The right to democratic culture and leisure!
The right to a safe, healthy environment;

“A Call to Action”

“So many bad things are happening today. We need positive demands to rally behind – not just against Harper, war, the economic crisis, etc. but a radical, bold and yet clear and progressive vision. That’s what the Charter is about” – Melissa, Charter campaigner. Read more

“Jobs Not Bombs”

"I support a Charter of Youth Rights because I think it will be a great day when the military has to hold a bake-sale and our schools get all the funding they require. And there's clean drinking water in First Nation's communities!" -- Andrew, high school student Read more

“United We Stand!”

"The urgent problems we the youth face are even bigger when we try to fight either as individuals, our just on one issue. Our struggles are interconnected. The youth united will never be defeated! For a Charter of Youth Rights!" -- Marie-Eve, young worker Read more