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Active Newcomer Youth Ottawa

Empowering newcomer and at-risk youth through education, sports, mentorship, and community support.
Join us in building brighter futures and stronger neighborhoods across Ottawa.

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Building Brighter Futures.

About ANYO

Opportunity Changes Everything

We are a registered charity supporting newcomer and at-risk youth through education, mentorship, sports, leadership, and social enterprise. By providing safe spaces, positive role models, and real opportunities, we help youth gain confidence, build skills, and become leaders in their communities.

 

From grassroots soccer programs to after-school tutoring and employment training, ANYO is helping shape the next generation of changemakers in Ottawa.

All ANYO programs are completely FREE and OPEN to every youth.

To advance education and relieve poverty among Ottawa’s at-risk and newcomer youth by:

A city where all youth, regardless of background or circumstance have the opportunities, resources, and support they need to succeed.

Our core values

Equity & Inclusion

Every young person belongs.

Youth Voice

Youth are not just participants, but leaders.

Community Collaboration

Stronger together with families, schools, and partners.

Wellness & Growth

Supporting mind, body, and spirit.

Our Story

ANYO began with a simple but powerful idea: youth thrive when given safe spaces, supportive mentors, and opportunities to belong.


What started as grassroots soccer programs quickly grew into a city-wide movement. Today, ANYO serves hundreds of youth each year, offering a holistic approach that combines education, recreation, mentorship, and employment pathways.

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