Ombudsman Youth Council

In December 2018 the Office established the Ombudsman Youth Council which brings together a diverse group of young people from across the province with various levels of experience with government services; to share their knowledge, learn more about government processes, and provide guidance and advice to Ombudsman Representatives on how the Office of the Ombudsman can best assist children and youth in Nova Scotia.

The Ombudsman Youth Council (OYC) has now prepares to enter its 8th year and had conducted recruitment during spring of 2025. The OYC now consists of youth from across the province ranging from 12 to 19 years of age.