Technical Youth Career Outreach Project (TYCOP)

🌟 Empowering #IndigenousYouth to pursue careers in #STEM
🌎 Building brighter futures for #FirstNations communities
👨‍🎓 Mentorship Opportunities

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Last day of March—and your sign to check out TYCOP’s mentorship platform on @MentorCity!

Thinking about your next steps in STEM? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Connect with mentors who understand your goals, your journey, and your roots.

Sign up today!

#Mentorship

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We all need help sometimes. Having someone who’s lived similar experiences is a real advantage.

Mentors are superheroes—they guide, support, and inspire.

✨ Cheers to mentors who show up, support us, and help others thrive. Tag your superhero mentor! 🧡

#TYCOPMentorship

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"Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push... A ‘you can do it’ when things are tough." – Richard M. De Vos

At TYCOP, we seek Indigenous mentors in technical fields to support First Nations youth. Ready to make a difference? Join us: https://t.co/G76MQ1Gpkq

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The TYCOP program was built through collaboration with ISC @GCIndigenous, Fowler Metal Industries, and Six Nations Polytechnic @snpolytechnic. We empower First Nations youth, foster mentorship, and open doors to STEM careers. Start your journey with TYCOP today!

#TYCOPcareers

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Applications are now open for the 2025 Youth Climate Action Fund in Grey County. If you have a bold idea for local climate solutions, this is your chance to make it happen!
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://t.co/HVbszw9tSp
#YouthClimateAction #YCAF2025

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Still wondering if you should get a mentor... or not? Here’s why you probably should!

A great mentor can make a huge difference—providing guidance, support, and real-world insights to help you succeed.

Ready? Find your mentor today 👉 [https://t.co/G76MQ1Gpkq]

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Welcoming Spring 🌞The Spring Equinox is a time of balance, renewal, and new beginnings—a reminder that growth is always possible. For First Nations communities, it’s a season of awakening, deeply tied to the land, traditions, and opportunities for learning and self-discovery. 🌱

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As an Indigenous organization, our priority is First Nations youth in Ontario. As the fastest-growing demographic, it’s vital to support them with resources and opportunities to reach their academic, career, and life goals.

Sign up on our website today!

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Is mentorship worth it? Yes! Mentors guide, challenge, and open doors you didn’t know existed. Ask yourself:
Figuring everything out alone?
Need industry insights & opportunities?
Want support & encouragement?
If yes, mentorship might be for you! Learn more on our site or DM us!

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DYK? Indigenous knowledge has shaped STEM for centuries!

Traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) has influenced engineering, science, and medicine. Innovations like snowshoes, canoes, and irrigation systems are early STEM in action!

STEM’s always been part of our communities.

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Mentorship may end, but wrapping it up matters. Set clear expectations earlier, incl. a timeline to define goals and ease transitions. When moving on, show gratitude—mentees, thank your mentor; mentors, acknowledge your mentee. Mentorship may not last forever, but its impact can.

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Finding the right mentor can change everything. They inspires, challenges, and supports your growth.

Ask yourself:
- Do they have experience in my field?
- Do we share values?
- Can they communicate openly?
- Are they invested in my growth?

Tag a mentor who made a difference!

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✨Honoring Indigenous Women in #STEM this International Women’s Day! Despite challenges, they excel. More women are needed in skilled trades and technical fields to close gender gap, inspire future leaders, and drive economy. Let's celebrate their impact! 💜
#IWD2025 #TYCOP #STEM

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Your first session isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about building a connection & setting expectations. Great mentorship grows with trust, shared learning, & open conversations. Ready to start? Drop a 💡 if you’ve had a mentor who made a difference or are looking for one!

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Engineering shapes the world! Which field sparks your curiosity?

✨ Civil – Roads & bridges
⚙️ Mechanical – Machines & industries
⚡ Electrical – Energy & robotics
🌿 Environmental – Sustainability
💻 Software – Digital revolution

Drop a 🔬 if you're ready to explore STEM! 👇

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Becoming a TYCOP mentor is more than giving back—it’s about building connections, gaining fresh perspectives, and leaving a legacy. Empower Indigenous youth, expand your network, and help shape the future of STEM. Ready to inspire and be inspired? Join us today!

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We know… sometimes parents sign you up for things you didn’t ask for. But this one? It could actually be fun.

🔗 Learn more about our group mentorship programs on our website – future you will thank them for it!

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What’s your STEM personality? Are you the Warrior, the Inventor, or the Explorer?
Share and Tag your friends to find out!

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Today, we honour our ancestors and the languages carry our stories. On Intl. Indigenous Mother Language Day, we recognize how language preserves culture, identity & community. Every word spoken is resilience—a thread connecting generations. Let's listen, learn & keep them alive.

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We’ve got fun trivia in our stories—check it out! 🙂

STEM careers are as diverse as the people who pursue them. Whether you want to build robots or create the next hit game, there’s a path for you. Exploration is the first step—every choice brings you closer to what excites you!