This info guide provides strategies to encourage newcomer youth and families to participate in programs and services. These strategies can be applied in both mandatory programs (e.g., school attendance, foster care requirements) and voluntary programs (e.g., after-school activities, recreational programs). This guide is especially relevant to support youth participating in the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor (URM) program. Engagement strategies should consider youth age and autonomy—those under 18 may be required to participate and benefit from caregiver support, while older youth often engage voluntarily.
