A Collection of Youth Immigrant Stories of Students by Students.

Created in 2024, Narratives of New Canadian Youth is a Toronto-based photography project aimed at highlighting issues faced by student immigrants. Each anecdote provides insight into the daily lives of immigrant students from around Canada.

“I was inspired to create this project in part due to the writings of Brandon Stanton, and his work with Humans of New York. I felt that the inclusion of photography added a face to the issues which affect thousands every day, and made a much more impactful story.”

- Clayton Yang, Founder

“In recent years, the rise of anti-immigration sentiments on social media became a big driving force behind why I wanted to do this. I remember scrolling through social media and seeing demonstrations against immigrants in the same communities that I once grew up in.”

“I’ve noticed it too with many of my fellow peers, how there is a disconnect between the many different communities at school. It’s not hostility, but there is definitely a sense of alienation between many of the students”

“Being the son of immigrants, I felt extraordinarily passionate about this issue, and wanted to combine my love of photography and journalism to create change.”

Clayton Yang | Founder | Chief Executive Officer

Collecting unheard stories.

Highlighting diverse issues.

Creating real impact.

Nicholas Chan | Editor in Chief

  • Founder | Chief Executive Officer

    He/Him

    Clayton is a rising Junior from St. Andrew’s College. A second generation immigrant, he became passionate to create this project after seeing increasing hostility and alienation online and amongst his peers.

    His passions include law, politics, and journalism.

  • Creative Director

    She/Her

    Briana is a dedicated student at St. Clement's School who is actively involved in community service and engagement. As a second-generation immigrant, she is committed to highlighting the distinct experiences of Canadian immigrants in various local communities, including her own, using creative expression to vividly represent their unique stories.

    Her interests include biology, technology, photography, and other various art forms.

  • Editor in Chief

    He/Him

    Nicholas Chan is a third generation immigrant going to St. Andrew's College. He became determined to help this project flourish after hearing the inspirational stories from immigrants around him and online.

    His passions include robotics and engineering.

  • Halifax Lead

    She/Her

    Dáminí Awóyígà is a high school student, activist, CBC freelance journalist and Halifax's former Youth Poet Laureate (2023-2024).

    She is a second generation immigrant and the daughter of Nigerian parents. Her work draws deeply from her Nigerian-Yoruba heritage, weaving together African storytelling traditions and the rich history of her ancestors. She is dedicated to amplifying the voices of those that usually go unheard.

    Her interests include social justice, poetry, journalism and community engagement.

  • Toronto Lead

    He/Him

    Don is a rising junior at St. Andrew's College and a second-generation immigrant. Throughout his life, he has had the privilege of meeting countless remarkable individuals who have shared their unforgettable stories of personal challenges and triumphs. Through this project, Don aspires to give voice to these untold narratives, becoming an outlet for their powerful and inspiring experiences.

    Some of his interests include novel writing and journalism

  • Chief Financial Officer

    She/Her

    Angela is a second generation Chinese Canadian rising Junior attending St. Mildred’s - Lightbourn School. She is interested in reconnecting and re-defining her own cultural identity through this project and shining light on the immigrant experiences that many Canadian youths may share.

    She is interested in robotics, technology, business, and chemistry.

Briana Han | Creative Director

Angela Long | Chief Financial Officer

Dáminí Awóyígà | Halifax Lead

Don Hou | Toronto Lead