ISC/CIRNAC YPN

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What is the CIRNAC-ISC Young Professionals Network?

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The Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada and Indigenous Services Canada Young Professionals Network (CIRNAC-ISC YPN), is an open and inclusive employee-led network consisting primarily of young professionals but open to all employees interested in continuing their professional development. Our purpose is to support employees through their career journey and foster a space of learning and growth.

As employees of these departments, we acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the Headquarters office is located on the traditional and unceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. In alignment with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, we strive to ensure this network is inclusive of all young professionals, in particular for Indigenous employees, considering the nature of our work, and that our events recognize the history and legacy of the departments.

       Our Vision

• Give young professionals a voice and increase their visibility within CIRNAC and ISC and the larger public service;
• Enable a broader understanding of the public service in young professionals and newcomers to the public service through opportunities for learning, leadership, and networking;
• Encourage interdepartmental and inter-sectoral communication, coordination, and collaboration; and,
• Provide opportunities for CIRNAC and ISC employees to learn about the history of Indigenous peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, Indigenous law, and Indigenous–Crown relations, in alignment with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #57.

       Our Executive Committee

The YPN is a vibrant employee-led and volunteer-based community dedicated to empowering professionals on their career journey, this includes students. We are grateful to have committed employees who volunteer for the YPN and make-up what we call the 'Executive Committee'. We organize ourselves on 6 pillars: career development, cultural competency, students, learning, advocacy, and networking. Each pillar has a Vice-President and team members to achieve their goals. Outside of the 6 pillars, we have three Co-Chairs of the network dedicated to ensuring the smooth operation of the network.

       Upcoming Events

We offer events focused on career development, mentorship, cultural competency, learning, networking, and student supports.

Below is a table of upcoming events. You can also consult our newsletters or reach out to us at rjp-ypn@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca for more information on past or upcoming events!

Event Title	Date	Time (ET)	Register Here
Speed Networking Event	July 9	2:00pm-3:30pm	rjp-ypn@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca
Mentorship Series: Student Champions	July 25	1:00pm-2:00pm	rjp-ypn@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca

       Resources

Newsletters

The YPN releases a bi-monthly newsletter filled with resources and information on upcoming events, to access current and previous newsletters, check out this link!

Cultural Competency Resources

Are you looking to engage with cultural competency trainings to assist you in your daily work? The YPN has compiled this list of offerings available to help you grow your cultural safety and humility, and fulfil mandatory training requirements set out by our Departments. If you have any questions, please reach out to the YPN at rjp-ypn@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca.

Federal Youth Network (FYN)

The FYN connects new public servants across Canada, emphasizing engagement, innovation, and career development. Hosting virtual events year-round, the network offers invaluable learning and onboarding  opportunities. Don't hesitate to check out their GC Wiki page!

GC Students

GC Students is a resource for students pursuing opportunities within the Government of Canada (GC). Focusing on the student experience, the network provides networking opportunities and learning events to empower students during their GC journey. Check out their GC Wiki page for more information!

Apolitical

Apolitical highlights inspiring and easy to find ideas and skills grounded in the experience of public service peers across the world. Check out their website and don't hesitate to sign up!

Contact Us!

1. Contact us at rjp-ypn@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca

2. Join our MS Team channel

3. Find us on LinkedIn