We're thrilled to announce the three openers for Edmonton City Jam on December 1: Scenic Route to Alaska, Royal Tusk and Cadence Weapon!

Stay tuned this summer to find out our headliner! Remember, the only way to get in to this amazing show is by volunteering 10 hours at a #yeg charity or not-for-profit 

Start volunteering in June (check out the volunteer opportunities listed below in the newsletter!) and once you reach 10 volunteer hours, you can sign up to get your name on the City Jam guest list! Then you and 600 other volunteers will get to be part of an amazing concert with great music.

Thanks to those who have already signed up! Amazing you've volunteered 10+hrs in YEG!

If you're a non profit or charity who would like more info about City Jam 2018, please contact us @ nextgen@edmonton.ca.

Thank you to the City of Edmonton, Volunteer Alberta and Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (ECVO) for being partners for City Jam 2018!

Volunteer with NextGen at the Edmonton Food Bank

Need to get those 10 volunteer hours to attend City Jam? Here's an opportunity to volunteer with us at the Edmonton Food Bank.

Sign up to volunteer on June 27

Sign up to volunteer on June 28

Come and celebrate the official opening of Paul Kane Park and Ornamental Pond

When: Today! Friday, June 22

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Where: Paul Kane Park, 10220 121 Street

The City of Edmonton invites you to join Councillor Scott McKeen, the Edmonton Arts Council and the Oliver Community League for a short formal program beginning at 5:15 pm, followed by cake and local entertainment.

This redesigned park maintains the previous pond footprint with an added wetland plant border and naturalized bank. Upgrades to the pond basin, as well as new wooden decks and plaza, an added water feature and refreshed landscaping create a welcoming green oasis in Edmonton's core.

THE WORKS ART & DESIGN FESTIVAL

For 13 days every summer, The Works unleashes art & design throughout one square kilometer of Edmonton's downtown core. Completely free to the public, The Festival is an extravaganza of visual art, design and entertainment that attracts artists and patrons from around the globe. Greater than the sum of its many parts, The Works is a time and place for everyone to discover, discuss and develop an appreciation for art and design!

When: June 21 - July 3

2018 LOCATION! : CAPITAL PLAZA AT THE ALBERTA LEGISLATURE GROUNDS 

- 50 exhibits at 30 venues throughout Edmonton's downtown and around the city
- live performances on The Works Street Stage from noon - 9:30 pm every day
- over 300 special events including tours, receptions, and demonstrations

Filipino Drives 3rd Annual Edmonton Filipino Fiesta

When: Saturday, June 23 from 10:00am - 10:00pm 

Sunday June 24 from 10:00am - 5:00pm 

Where: Borden Park, 7507 Borden Park Rd

Featuring the best of Philippine culture! Two days of Filipino entertainment, arts, crafts and food! Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

Edmonton is known as Festival City and over 64,000 people of Filipino descent call Edmonton home.

This June marks the official proclamation of Philippine Heritage Month across the province, as declared by Premier Rachel Notley and Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Sarah Hoffman. 

Filipino Fiestas are meant to be celebrated with lots of family and friends so this festival looks forward to sharing with everyone the culture and traditions of the Philippines!

Celebrate Canada Day in YEG!

Take part the many family-friendly, art and cultural events happening around the city. End the day by watching the spectacular Canada Day fireworks finale in the river valley.

Canada Day Fireworks Finale

Time: 11:00pm   

Watch the spectacular Canada Day fireworks finale in the river valley. If you can’t make it out to a viewing location, watch the live stream. 

Good Viewing locations:

-Alberta Legislature Grounds (Capital Plaza - by the Federal Building)

-Victoria Park (River Valley Road)

-Government House Park (Groat Road and River Valley Road

-Ezio Faraone Park

RE/MAX Field – Those attending the Edmonton Prospects vs. the Brooks Bombers game on July 1st are welcome to remain at RE/MAX Field to watch the fireworks.

Note: No viewing is available from Kinsmen Park.

Volunteer Opportunity: Canada Day at the AGA

Volunteers shifts on July 1st:
Afternoon Shift from 1:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Full day from 9:30 am – 5:15 

Morning Shift from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm

The Art Gallery of Alberta is happy to welcome approximately 5,000 visitors every year on Canada Day with the support of Dentons LLP and our volunteers! This day offers free admission for all and some art activities for children to partake in. 

In order to be able to welcome this many visitors in one day, they rely on the support of volunteers to manage the capacity of visitors in gallery spaces, to help welcome guests and open doors at the front of the building, and to help people find their way through the building. 

There are 4 hour shifts available from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm or 1:15 pm – 5:15 pm. If you’re available for the full day and interested in volunteering, you can volunteer for both shifts from 9:30 am – 5:15 pm and you will provide a pizza lunch and 30 minute break. 

And if you're needing to get those 10 volunteers for CIty Jam, this is an fun volunteer opportunity to be part of!

Be part of an exciting day at your AGA in celebration of Canada Day! If you’re interested and available for one of the shifts listed above, please contact volunteer.services@youraga.ca or call 780-392-2486.

Recruitment for the Guiding Coalition on Public Engagement

Are you interested in how citizens shape decision making in municipal government? Looking for a meaningful way to contribute to your community? The Guiding Coalition on Public Engagement might be just the opportunity you are looking for.

The Guiding Coallition on Public Engagement is looking for a group of diverse people with a keen interest in the relationship between governance and public engagement, who are willing to help make Edmonton a city that is shaped by its citizens. 

The Guiding Coalition on Public Engagement might be just the opportunity you are looking for. Interested applicants should submit their application form, and attach their resume and 3 references at the end of this survey by Friday July 6, 2018.

Jasper Avenue New Vision

The Jasper Avenue New Vision (JANV) aims to elevate Jasper Avenue from 92 Street to 109 Street into an aesthetically pleasing, walkable streetscape! The City of Edmonton wants to hear from you! 

View the Open House materials and fill out the online survey before June 29!

June is NextGen Month!

NextGen Month takes place in June and unites and celebrates organizations dedicated to making Edmonton a place that young people choose to live, learn, and work.

Make sure to check out the many events listed above taking place throughout June! 

#yegnextgen #nextgenmonth

Mercer Super Party 2018!

Thanks to everyone who came by our NextGen table at the Mercer Super Party last Saturday! We hope you had a great time listening to music and spoken word and being outside on 104 Street! And many thanks to David and the Mercer Warehouse!

Happy Pride YEG! 

We had the best time celebrating with Edmonton Pride Festival Society, the LGBTQ2S+ communities and everyone who participated and attended the parade. And a big thank you to everyone who walked with us in the Pride Parade! 

Thanks to everyone who attended our NextGen Month Kick off party and Councillor Andrew Knack for proclaiming June is NextGen Month! 

And big thanks to Katy and the staff at Cartago, Paula and Neat Photo booth, DJ Polyesterday, Adam Zepp for taking photos and Phileas Flash for making some awesome balloon art last night!

NextGen 2017 Annual Report

We're happy to share our 2017 Annual Report! Have a read through our report to learn more about us and the projects and events we do in the community! 

Thank you to all our Committee members, volunteers, community partners and the City of Edmonton for helping us make 2017 a fantastic year! 

These surveys are currently being conducted by the City of Edmonton. 

You can access online surveys that are open to the general public by clicking on the Survey Name.

Check back often for more ways to share your voice.

NextGen Vlog!

Our Committee members Nicole and Patrick visited Cartago, a restaurant located in Forest Heights and where we will be hosting our NextGen Month event. As part of the NextGen vlog, Patrick and Nicole will be visiting various local businesses started by next geners in Edmonton.