FREE FALL 2026 PILOT
Building Confidence, Resilience and Leadership—Together
The National Capital Blues Foundation is collaborating with The Resilience Lab to provide youth and young adults ages 14–25 with free access to a structured six-module leadership and resilience cohort.
In Collaboration With
Free Fall 2026 Pilot
Ages 12–25
Six Modules
Weekday and Saturday Cohorts
Ottawa
About the Collaboration
This free Fall 2026 pilot brings together community access and independent program expertise. The National Capital Blues Foundation is helping connect youth and families to the opportunity, while The Resilience Lab provides the structured six-module program and leads program delivery.
National Capital Blues Foundation
Inaugural Charitable Delivery Partner
- Connects youth and families to the pilot
- Supports accessible community delivery
- Helps reduce participation barriers
- Provides community outreach and participant support
The Resilience Lab
Independent Program Developer and Provider
- Developed and owns the curriculum
- Oversees program quality and delivery
- Provides trained facilitation
- Maintains the ResLab brand and learning materials
The National Capital Blues Foundation creates access. The Resilience Lab provides the program.
The Resilience Lab is independently owned and provides the program. The National Capital Blues Foundation is the inaugural charitable delivery partner for the Fall 2026 pilot. NCBF does not own The Resilience Lab or its curriculum. This collaboration does not create an ownership interest, joint venture, licensing arrangement, exclusive relationship or permanent partnership between the two organizations.
The ResLab Six-Module Cohort
Participants move through six official modules designed to strengthen leadership, confidence, resilience, communication, discipline and future planning in a supportive cohort setting.
01
Foundations of Leadership
Identity & Mindset
Youth begin by exploring leadership, values and mindset in ways that support personal growth and positive decision-making.
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02
Confidence & Identity
Self-Awareness
Participants build self-awareness, recognize strengths and develop grounded confidence that can carry into school, sport and community life.
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03
Resilience in Action
Mental Toughness
Youth learn practical ways to respond to setbacks, manage pressure and strengthen resilience through real-life reflection and guided tools.
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04
Communication & Connection
Interpersonal Skills
This module helps participants communicate clearly, listen actively and build stronger relationships with peers, mentors and community members.
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05
Discipline & Focus
Performance Habits
Youth explore routines, habits and focus strategies that support consistency, self-discipline and progress toward personal goals.
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06
Purpose & Goal Setting
Vision & Action
Participants bring everything together by clarifying purpose, setting meaningful goals and identifying next steps they can act on with confidence.
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Looking for ResLab for Your School, Organization or Team?
The Resilience Lab also offers customized programming for schools, community organizations and sports teams independently of the NCBF pilot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Resilience Lab owned by NCBF?
No. The Resilience Lab is an independently owned youth leadership and resilience organization. NCBF is collaborating with ResLab as the inaugural charitable delivery partner for the Fall 2026 pilot.
Who developed the program?
The six-module curriculum, brand and program materials were independently developed and are owned by The Resilience Lab.
What is NCBF’s role?
NCBF helps connect youth and families to the pilot, supports accessible community delivery and works to reduce barriers to participation.
Where can I learn more about ResLab?
Visitors can use the “Visit The Resilience Lab” button to access the official ResLab website and learn about the complete program and additional delivery options.
Ready to Join the Fall 2026 Pilot?
Youth and young adults ages 14–24 can register their interest in the free six-module program. Space is limited, and submitting a registration request does not guarantee placement.
Registration submissions for the pilot must go to info@reslab.ca.