Canada One Family Network Participates in Canada Summer Jobs 2026 Appreciation Event

Markham–Thornhill, Ontario – 2026

Canada One Family Network (COFN) was pleased to participate in the Canada Summer Jobs 2026 Appreciation Event, hosted by the Markham–Thornhill Constituency Office of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Member of Parliament.

The event brought together local community organizations, employers, community leaders and partners to recognize the important role of Canada Summer Jobs in creating meaningful employment and learning opportunities for young people.

COFN was honoured to be part of this community gathering and to connect with fellow organizations and community leaders who share a commitment to supporting youth and strengthening inclusive communities.

Creating Opportunities for Youth

Canada One Family Network recognizes that summer employment can provide young people with much more than a job. It can offer opportunities to gain practical workplace experience, develop new skills, build confidence, connect with mentors and become more actively engaged in their communities.

Through its community programs and activities, COFN continues to create opportunities for youth to participate in cultural festivals, community events, arts and performance programs, volunteer activities, communications and media projects, and multicultural community initiatives.

These experiences help young people develop leadership, teamwork, communication and organizational skills while encouraging them to contribute to the communities in which they live.

Building an Inclusive and Connected Community

COFN was grateful for the opportunity to meet with local organizations and community leaders at the appreciation event and to share ideas about how community organizations can continue working together to create inclusive opportunities for young people.

COFN believes that collaboration among government, community organizations, employers, cultural groups and volunteers is essential to building stronger communities and ensuring that young people from diverse backgrounds have opportunities to participate and succeed.

“We are very grateful to the Markham–Thornhill Constituency Office and to Minister Tim Hodgson for recognizing the important work of community organizations and for supporting opportunities for young people,” said Yan Yan, Canada One Family Network. “COFN is proud to continue working with community partners to provide young people with meaningful opportunities to learn, participate, volunteer and contribute to our multicultural community.”

Looking Ahead

Canada One Family Network looks forward to continuing its collaboration with government representatives, community organizations and local partners to support youth engagement, mentorship, employment opportunities and community participation.

COFN extends its appreciation to the Hon. Tim Hodgson, MP, and the Markham–Thornhill Constituency Office for organizing the Canada Summer Jobs 2026 Appreciation Event and for recognizing the contributions of organizations working to create positive opportunities for young people across the community.

Together, we can continue building a more inclusive, connected and vibrant community where young people have opportunities to learn, grow and make a difference.

加拿大一同家园文化中心参加2026年加拿大暑期就业项目社区感谢活动

加拿大安省万锦市讯｜2026年

加拿大一同家园文化中心（Canada One Family Network，简称 COFN）近日参加了由万锦—士嘉堡北选区国会议员 Tim Hodgson 议员办公室举办的 2026年加拿大暑期就业项目（Canada Summer Jobs 2026）社区感谢活动。

此次活动汇聚了社区组织、雇主、社区领袖及合作伙伴，共同感谢参与加拿大暑期就业项目的社区机构，并庆祝各组织在帮助青年获得工作经验、职业技能及社区参与机会方面所作出的努力。

COFN 很荣幸受邀参加此次活动，并与来自不同领域的社区伙伴交流经验、分享合作机会，共同探讨如何进一步为青年创造更多有意义的学习、就业和社区参与机会。

支持青年成长，创造实践机会

COFN 一直重视青年发展，并认为暑期就业不仅是一份工作，更是青年学习和成长的重要平台。

通过参与社区工作，青年可以获得实际的工作经验，同时提升沟通能力、团队合作能力、组织协调能力、领导力及社区服务意识。特别是在多元文化社区中，青年还有机会接触不同文化背景的人群，进一步增强跨文化交流和社会参与能力。

近年来，COFN 持续通过文化节庆、社区活动、艺术及表演项目、志愿服务、媒体传播以及多元文化社区项目，为青年提供参与社区建设和发挥个人才能的平台。

青年可以通过参与活动策划、现场服务、文化推广、摄影摄像、媒体宣传及社区志愿服务等工作，将课堂所学与实际社区工作相结合，在实践中积累宝贵经验。

携手社区，共建包容多元的社会

COFN 认为，政府、社区组织、企业、文化团体及志愿者之间的合作，对于建设更加包容、联结和充满活力的社区至关重要。

此次加拿大暑期就业项目社区感谢活动，不仅是对社区组织和青年就业项目的肯定，也为不同社区伙伴提供了交流和建立合作关系的机会。

COFN 感谢 Tim Hodgson 议员及其万锦—士嘉堡北选区办公室对社区组织工作的支持，以及对青年就业、社区参与和青年发展的持续关注。

COFN代表表示：

“我们非常感谢 Tim Hodgson 议员及其办公室举办此次社区感谢活动，并感谢他们对社区组织以及青年发展的支持。COFN 很荣幸能够参与其中，并将继续与政府及社区伙伴合作，为青年创造更多学习、实践、志愿服务和参与社区建设的机会。”

展望未来

未来，加拿大一同家园文化中心将继续与政府部门、社区组织、文化团体、企业及其他合作伙伴携手，积极推动青年就业、青年领导力、社区参与、文化交流及志愿服务。

COFN 期待通过更多社区项目，为不同背景的青年提供展示才华、积累经验、服务社区和实现个人成长的机会，同时鼓励青年成为建设多元、包容和充满活力社区的重要力量。

加拿大一同家园文化中心再次感谢 Tim Hodgson 议员及万锦—士嘉堡北选区办公室对社区合作伙伴的认可与支持，并期待未来继续参与更多社区建设项目，共同为青年和整个社区创造积极而有意义的改变。

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