About
Welcome to Youth Ambition Montréal, where we provide meaningful prevention, education, leadership, and intervention programs and services for youth, teens, and young adults.
A new and dynamic non-profit organization developed by Theo Vecera (founder of the Don Bosco Youth Leadership Centre - YLC) to address specific youth needs and creative expression within the city.
And with an attentive focus on RDP and the east end of Montreal.
Youth Ambition Montréal is also an additional resource for local and Montreal-wide organizations.
Youth Ambition Montréal's key themes include personal development, skill-building (education, leadership, entrepreneurship), mental health well-being, community involvement, and creating supportive and safe environments for growth.
Our Mission
To empower young people with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to become
self-reliant, responsible, and active citizens, fostering their potential and contributing positively to their communities through diverse programming and partnerships.
Our Vision
We believe that all young people are key agents of change and that empowering them creates innovation, compassion, hope, and resilience for a sustainable future. It is our belief that their dreams and visions are crucial for shaping tomorrow's community and society.
About Theo
Community builder and advocate
Leadership presence and impact
Public speaker
Youth and family service initiatives
Change maker
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Starting his community vocation in 1990, Theo has been a successful community leader who is a motivated and empathetic individual with strong communication and strategic skills. Theo encourages and fosters collaboration and empowerment. His ongoing intent is to achieve a shared vision and promote the
well-being of young people and all community members. He is adaptable, dedicated, self-aware, and leads by example, addressing youth and community needs, solving problems, and creating positive, inclusive change.
Awards and distinctions.
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Signing of the city's "Livre D'or" for community service and impact.
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Recipient of His Majesty King Charles III Coronation Medal for community development and contributions.
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Medal recipient from the National Assembly of Quebec for twenty-five years of involvement with young people and the community.
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Chamber of Commerce award for commitment and impact in the community.
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Community Recreation Leadership Alumni Award for success in building a non-profit organization and leadership development.
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Founded the Don Bosco Youth Leadership Centre (dbylc.com) in 1997. The center welcomes over 1000 kids and teens every year. He ended his 28-year tenure in December 2024.