take action

Emerging Leaders Network

A platform for emerging leaders to connect and grow.
join now

The Emerging Leaders Network (ELN) is a hub for early to mid-career professionals that want to build more resilient futures for themselves and their communities through practical career skills development, meaningful civic engagement, and authentic connections and community building.

The ELN is for:

  • Early or mid-career professionals with a minimum of 2 years of career experience from any background or sector;
  • Based anywhere in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton region, and;
  • Are looking for opportunities to build their career and leadership skills, plug into civic issues, build community — and have fun!

Why Join:

  • Access exclusive webinars, panel discussions, and learning opportunities
  • Strengthen your leadership toolkit
  • Connect, share ideas, and collaborate
  • Be first to know about CivicActions latest initiatives

Who Should Join?

read more

What To Expect

read more

Time Commitment

read more

Joining the ELN is easy!

If you identify as an emerging leader (see who should join), subscribe to ELN by completing our online form.
You’ll be added to the ELN email list and will be the first to learn about new, exclusive opportunities hosted by CivicAction and our network of partners to connect, grow your leadership, and create impact across the region.
join now

Frequently Asked Questions

Good conversations start with good questions. If your question isn’t answered below, please contact us and we’ll get in touch with you directly.

You should subscribe to ELN if you are: 

  • An early or mid-career professional, changemaker, or community builder (aged 18-30) eager to grow your leadership skills and networks. 

  • Passionate about contributing to your community and shaping a more inclusive, resilient region.

  • Curious, collaborative,  and concerned about local issues.

  • Eager to be part of conversations and actions that move our region forward.

CivicAction strives for our programming to reflect the diversity and lived experiences of communities across the region. We aim to make the Emerging Leaders Network a space where all voices and lived experiences are valued and represented.

If this sounds like you, click here to subscribe!

CivicAction offers a variety of programming opportunities through our leadership initiatives and strategic policy efforts. The frequency of these programs varies depending on the current activities and priorities at CivicAction. To stay informed about upcoming events and opportunities, please keep an eye on our email updates!

Programming ranges from invitations to join roundtable discussions on key city-building issues and leadership workshops, to virtual webinars and report launches. CivicAction also works to make available opportunities hosted by our cross-sectoral network of regional partners.

Pay close attention to our emails to find out what opportunities are upcoming, and how to get involved! Spaces are often limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

There is no ‘one size fits all’ model of leadership. Whether you showcase leadership by volunteering with a community group, pushing for positive change through your workplace, or are just interested in learning how you can make an impact, the ELN is a place for you. Please be sure to review our FAQ on “Who should subscribe to the ELN mailing list?” to see if subscribing to ELN is right for you.

To subscribe to the ELN mailing list, simply fill out this registration form. As a subscriber, you will receive regular communications about and be given first access to programming opportunities delivered by CivicAction and our network of partners. We also recommend joining our Facebook and LinkedIn groups and following us on Twitter to stay connected with the network.

It’s totally up to you to tailor your ELN involvement. You’ll receive notifications by email about upcoming activities hosted by CivicAction and our network of partners. Participate in as much (or as little!) programming as you like. 

We ask that all ELN subscribers take a few minutes each year to fill out our annual Member Survey to help us reflect on our programming direction and make improvements for the year to come.

Yes, opportunities shared with the ELN are tailored for those between the ages of 18-30 and identify as early to mid-career professionals.

No. There is no cost associated with subscribing to the ELN or participating in any ELN programming.

As a subscriber, you’ll get information and updates directly to your inbox! You can also stay connected with the network on social media by joining the ELN Facebook Group and ELN LinkedIn Group.

If you have specific questions about the ELN, please reach out to leadership@civicaction.ca.

Real stories. Real impact.

“Early in my career as a city-builder, the ELN gave me access to the tools & people that allowed me to see myself as a leader. I am proud that the network continues to connect and activate the leaders of tomorrow today."
Salima RawjiPresident & CEO, York University Development Corp

More than half of ELN members report having taken action to improve their communities since joining the ELN. Explore how you can contribute and start creating positive change.

join now
Scroll to Top

Who Should Join?

  • Early or mid-career professionals and community members  (aged 18-30) eager to grow their civic engagement and leadership skills
  • Want to take initiative  — whether through their career, volunteer work, or civic involvement — to make a positive impact.
  • Wish to connect with like-minded peers and grow their networks
CivicAction strives to reflect the diversity and lived experiences of communities across the region. We aim to make the Emerging Leaders Network a space where varied voices and lived experiences are valued and represented.

The ELN is for:

 

  • Early or mid-career professionals with a minimum of 2 years of career experience from any background or sector;
  • Based anywhere in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton region, and;
  • Are looking for opportunities to build their career and leadership skills, plug into civic issues, build community — and have fun!

ELN strives to reflect diversity and lived experiences of communities across the region. We aim to make ELN a space where diverse voices and lived experiences are valued and represented.

Core Sessions

Fellows participate in facilitated monthly sessions that explore both personal and professional leadership competencies and topics including team dynamics, self-awareness and emotional intelligence, empathy in communications, conflict management, and relationship-building across sectors. These sessions provide the tools, skills, and language for Fellows to develop as inclusive leaders and effective changemakers within their communities. 

What You'll Do

As a Youth CivicCorps participant, you’ll be matched with a community organization where you will co-create a project from end-to-end that responds to real community needs and supports the organization’s mission. Host organizations and placements vary, but will include work related to inclusivity, economic equity, housing, and affordability, or other urban challenges.

What To Expect

  • Exclusive invitations to events and discussions on major urban issues facing GTHA (such as online and in-person panels, webinars, and networking events) hosted by CivicAction and our network of partners.
  • Updates on CivicAction’s latest news, activities, and ways to get involved.

Time Commitment

Your time commitment is up to you! By subscribing to the Emerging Leaders Network, you’ll get notified of the various opportunities to get involved in CivicAction’s city-building and leadership work, giving you the chance to select the opportunities that interest you most, and work best with your schedule.