Programs

Young Atlantiks Program

Each year, ten young professionals from Canada and Germany come together for the five-day Young Atlantiks Program as part of the German-Canadian Conference. Launched in 2019, the fellowship program is jointly organized by the Atlantik-Brücke and the Atlantik-Brücke Canada.

Participants engage in in-depth discussions, interactive workshops, and meetings with senior decision-makers, academics, and business leaders from a wide range of sectors. As part of the program, the Young Atlantiks also participate in the German-Canadian Conference, providing them with the opportunity to connect with a broader network of experts and leaders. The program’s core themes reflect key developments and pressing issues shaping German-Canadian relations.

Recent Articles

15.06.2026

A look back at the Young Atlantiks Program 2026

How can Canada and Germany deepen their partnership and offer each other stability amid rapid and far-reaching change in the global community? was the central question guiding the Young Atlantiks Program 2026.
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08.06.2026

Building Bridges That Hold

How can two middle powers, facing a more contested and unpredictable world, strengthen each other's position rather than navigate it alone? Find out in this analysis by an alumnus of this year's Young Atlantiks cohort.
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08.06.2026

Lessons in Realism: Carney’s Rise, Merz’s Stumble

Young-Atlantiks-Alumnus Moritz Meissner analyzes Mark Carney's and Friedrich Merz's first years in office.
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Program Details

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be German or Canadian citizens between the ages of 28 and 35 at the time of the program and should demonstrate leadership and meaningful impact in their professional careers. They should have a strong interest in the German-Canadian partnership and in political, economic, and social issues, as well as a willingness to actively contribute to the Atlantik-Brücke and Atlantik-Brücke Canada networks.

Applications are welcome from all professional backgrounds and sectors, including business, government, media, the military, non-profit organizations, finance, academia, and the arts. We particularly value a diverse cohort that reflects a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

Application Process

To apply, candidates are required to submit a motivation letter and a CV in English via the application platform by the application deadline in early March. Both the motivation letter and CV should be no longer than two pages each. No nomination or letter of recommendation is required.

Program Management and Contact Information

For any questions regarding the application process, please contact Jonas Ader (j.ader(at)atlantik-bruecke.org)