Canada youth AI education

Empowering Canada’s Next Generation of AI Talent

Free AI education, hands-on workshops, and community events for youth across Canada. NextGen AI helps students understand emerging technology, build real skills, and shape AI responsibly.

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500+Youth reached
20+AI workshops
10+Community events
30+Volunteers and mentors

About NextGen AI

Accessible, practical, inspiring AI learning for young people.

NextGen AI is a youth-focused non-profit organization committed to making artificial intelligence education accessible, practical, and inspiring for young people in Canada.

Through workshops, learning resources, mentorship, and AI-related events, we help students explore emerging technologies, build real-world skills, and develop the confidence to become future innovators.

We believe that the next generation should not only use AI, but also understand it, create with it, and shape it responsibly.

Workshops Mentorship Learning Resources Youth Community
Students participating in a hands-on workshop with laptops and a projected 3D design.
Students learn best when AI moves from abstract idea to hands-on project.

Mission, Vision, Values

A community built for responsible creativity.

NextGen AI combines access, skill-building, ethical awareness, and community support so youth can learn AI with confidence.

Our Mission

To provide accessible AI education and hands-on learning opportunities that empower youth to explore, understand, and responsibly use artificial intelligence.

Our Vision

To cultivate Canada’s next generation of AI talent by building an inclusive youth community where students can learn, create, collaborate, and lead in the age of AI.

Accessibility

Making AI education open and approachable for youth from different backgrounds.

Innovation

Encouraging students to explore new ideas, tools, and creative applications of AI.

Responsibility

Promoting ethical awareness and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Community

Connecting students, educators, mentors, and partners through shared learning.

Our Impact

Growing a practical AI learning network.

Impact numbers can be updated as programs grow. For launch, they give visitors an immediate sense of reach and momentum.

500+Youth Reached
20+AI Workshops
10+Community Events
30+Volunteers & Mentors

What We Do

Programs that move students from curiosity to creation.

From beginner-friendly foundations to project-based learning, every program is designed for real confidence and responsible use.

AI Workshops

Interactive workshops that introduce youth to AI concepts, tools, and real-world applications.

Youth AI Events

Community events, guest talks, competitions, and networking opportunities for students interested in AI.

Learning Center

Free videos, beginner-friendly courses, and curated resources to help students start their AI journey.

Mentorship & Community

Connecting youth with mentors, volunteers, and peers who share a passion for technology and innovation.

Events

Workshops, talks, and hands-on learning experiences.

Discover community events that bring students, parents, educators, mentors, and technology leaders together.

Students in a classroom workshop using laptops.
WorkshopBeginner Friendly

Youth AI Workshop 2025

Students explored the basics of generative AI, design thinking, and hands-on project building with guided support from mentors.

Audience attending a technology conference session.
Career TalkCommunity

AI Career Talk

Industry professionals shared insights on AI careers, research pathways, responsible use, and future opportunities for young learners.

Robotics competition field with student-built robots.
RoboticsHands-on

Community AI Day

A hands-on event bringing youth, parents, educators, and volunteers together around robotics, creative technology, and AI learning.

Learning Center

Free AI learning paths for youth.

Beginner-friendly videos, courses, project tutorials, and responsible AI resources organized into clear learning paths.

AI Foundations

For students starting their AI journey.

  • What is Artificial Intelligence?
  • Machine Learning vs. Generative AI
  • How ChatGPT Works
  • AI in Everyday Life
  • Responsible Use of AI

AI Tools & Creativity

For students ready to create.

  • Prompt Engineering Basics
  • AI for Writing
  • AI for Design
  • AI Image Generation
  • AI for Presentations

Build with AI

For students building projects.

  • Intro to Python
  • Data Basics
  • Build a Simple Chatbot
  • Create an AI Project
  • Showcase Your Work

Beginner

AI Basics Video Series

Format: Video
Duration: 30 min

Project

Build Your First Chatbot

Format: Tutorial
Duration: 60 min

Responsible AI

AI Safety for Students

Format: Article
Duration: 10 min

Creative Tools

Prompt Design Starter

Format: Guide
Duration: 20 min

ChatGPT Google Colab Scratch Teachable Machine Python Canva AI Hugging Face

These tools are shared for educational purposes. Students should use AI tools responsibly and with guidance from parents or educators when needed.

Get Involved

Join us in making AI education more accessible.

Students, volunteers, educators, parents, partners, and sponsors can all help expand access to meaningful AI learning across Canada.

For Students

Attend workshops, access free resources, build projects, and meet mentors and peers.

Join Our Community

For Volunteers

Mentor students, lead workshops, support events, create content, or help with operations.

Become a Volunteer

For Parents & Educators

Bring workshops to schools, recommend resources, connect students with events, and collaborate on programs.

Contact Us

For Partners & Sponsors

Sponsor events, provide venues or resources, support programs, and offer mentors or speakers.

Partner With Us

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Let’s build the next youth AI learning opportunity.

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