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- Toronto, Ontario
- October 9-11, 2025
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Canada Africa Youth Education Forum is an event organized by BT Global Access and the Association ADYNA. This event presents a remarkable opportunity to bring together education stakeholders, policymakers, the diaspora, and young people from both Canada and Africa. The primary objective of this forum is to engage in discussions regarding the current state of education and student mobility while also exploring strategies to enhance educational opportunities and student mobility programs between the two regions.
The forum will provide a unique opportunity for officials from Africa and Canada to establish a platform to exchange ideas, experiences, and best practices. By doing so, participants will identify the opportunities and challenges faced by young people from both continents in terms of student mobility, research networks, and intercultural cooperation between Canada and Africa.
The forum will be held over 2 days and will feature a combination of keynotes, plenary sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Complementary breakfast & networking session
The inaugural Canada-Africa Youth Education Forum (CAYEF) 2024 will feature inspiring keynotes and speakers, networking opportunities, informative panel discussions, and unveilings by high-level delegates and policymakers from both Canada and Africa.
President - Network of Nigerians in Canada; Investment Attraction Coordinator, African & Caribbean Markets - City of Brampton
Founder & CEO - BT Global Access
Minister of Information - Republic of The Gambia
Minister of Technical & Higher Education – Republic of Sierra Leone
Member of Parliament for London West
This panel discussion aims to foster meaningful dialogue and generate actionable strategies and insight to strengthen the ties between Canada and Africa through education and government relations & partnerships. This may include strengthening diplomatic ties between Canada and African nations, promoting academic and research exchanges, youth exchanges, and capacity building training
Lawyer and Government Relations Expert
Minister of Technical and Higher Education – Republic of Sierra Leone
Minister of Information - Republic of The Gambia
Senior Fellow, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
Member of Parliament for London West
Complementary lunch and coffee break
Information on new IRCC regulations for international students.
– Examine how recent changes in immigration policies affect international education and student mobility in Canada.
– Highlight the specific challenges faced by international students and educational institutions under the new policies. (Identifying challenges and opportunities
Immigration Lawyer
Executive Director, International Student Enrolment, Education & Inclusion at Toronto Metropolitan University
Immigration Consultant
Explore the current state of international student mobility and the roles of agents, higher education institutions, and students.
This panel discussion aims to facilitate a comprehensive and collaborative dialogue on enhancing international student mobility through strategic partnerships among agents, higher education institutions, and international students.
Youth Adviser to the Prime Minister of Canada
VP International Business Development & Strategic Relationships, Conestoga College
Regional Manager, Africa and the Middle East at Centennial College
Co-founder & CEO of Wayble
Regional Recruitment Manager for Africa York University
Development Manager for USA & Canada at ICEF
CEO, BT Global Access
Minister of Information - Republic of The Gambia
Complementary breakfast & networking session
Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP)- Scarborough Centre
This panel discussion aims to inspire and encourage Canadian youth to pursue international experiences by highlighting their benefits, exploring available opportunities, and discussing strategies and policies to support these endeavors.
Regional Business Development Manager- Sub Saharan Africa - Seneca Polytechnic
Manager, International Mobility and Intercultural Learning- University of Waterloo
Managing Director, Management, University of Toronto Scarborough
Founder of Enlighten Edu
Founder of Nubian Smarts
BT Global Access announcing its new project: Youth 2033
CEO, BT Global Access
Director of Marketing & Digital Services, BT Global Access
Founder, Rwandapreneur, Community Builder
Assistant Director External Relations, University of Toronto, Scarborough
Founder & Impact Investor, African Impact Initiative
Co-founder of Moptech
Co-founder of Umlilo Energy
Break & Networking Session
The Pan- African Arts Culture and Trade Institute Canada
Youth Adviser to the Prime Minister of Canada, Prime Minister’s Youth Council
Youth Adviser to the Prime Minister of Canada, Prime Minister’s Youth Council
Founder, Young Ancestors Foundation
Grant Finance Manager, World Vision Canada,
Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of law, Toronto Metropolitan University.
This panel discussion aims to create a comprehensive dialogue on the challenges and opportunities related to accessibility and inclusion in Canada’s higher education, discuss barriers, and explore strategies to foster a more inclusive educational environment and diversity in higher education in Canada, especially for people with disabilities.
Director of Marketing & Digital Services, BT Global Access
Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of law, Toronto Metropolitan University
Human Rights Lawyer, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Consultant
Nava Elmi Immigration Lawyer
CEO, BT Global Access
Minister of Information - Republic of The Gambia
Member of Parliament for London West
Minister of Technical and Higher Education in Sierra Leone
Managing Director, Management, University of Toronto Scarborough
Assistant Director of External Relations, Department of Management, University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC).
Immigration Lawyer at Nava Elmi Immigration Lawyer
Assistant Professor, Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Toronto Metropolitan University
Board Member Preparing our Home Indigenous Youth Emergency Preparedness program, and Member of the Prime Minister's Youth Council
Lawyer and Government Relations Expert
International Affairs Student & Prime Minister’s Youth Council Member
Managing Partner at Preponderant / Senior Fellow, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto
Manager International Mobility and Intercultural Learning, University of Waterloo
CEO, BT Global Access
75 Lower Simcoe St, Toronto, ON M5J 3A6
Tel: +1 416-849-1200
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