Toronto: On February 2, the first Canadian-Azerbaijani Youth Forum titled 'NextGen Canadians' took place in Toronto, Canada, in celebration of the Day of Azerbaijani Youth. The initiative was supported by Azerbaijan's State Committee on Work with Diaspora and organized by the 'Vatan' Azerbaijani Art and Culture Center.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Vagif Seyidbeyov, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora, highlighted the forum's significance in providing Azerbaijani youth with opportunities for networking, leadership development, and the preservation of their national identity. Prominent speakers at the event included Lalin Hasanova, Head of the Azerbaijan House; Stan Cho, Ontario's Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming; and trainer Parvin Abdullayeva.

The forum featured panel discussions focusing on various themes. Notable sessions included 'Big ideas, real stories: Insights from successful entrepreneurs' and 'Learning, earning, and growing between classes and careers,' offering participants valuable insights into entrepreneurship and career development.