About YQ

photo of worship with text that says %22our mission: We create life changing events and resources that equip youth workers and disciple teenagers.%22

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Youth Quake exists to create life-changing experiences for youth and youth influencers by sharing the power of the Gospel through retreats, teaching, worship, and intentional community. Our heart is for the church and the impact that it can have on the lives of teenagers.

All of our events are focused on youth groups. During our in-person events, groups will stay together in our dorms, eat together in our dining hall, and do intentional small group time. Our virtual series, YQatHome, is designed to help youth pastors and volunteers to work through Biblical teaching, difficult questions, and incredible worship with their group in the comfort of their home location. We strive to provide unforgettable shared experiences that bring people together and deepen relationships through the power of the Gospel.

OUR TEAM

A mixed team of staff, faculty and students at Briercrest College and Seminary supports Youth Quake. The director of YQ is supported by her volunteer support team, student interns and student volunteers throughout the year. Together, they work hard to ensure that YQ is better and better every year, attracting youth groups from all over Canada to join them on campus.

Leadership Team

Kaitlin Brennan

Photo of a woman with glasses and brown hair against a grey background — *Director of Youth Quake*

Karly Traub

Rob Chartrand

Strategic Director of Discipleship and YQ

Ava Bueckert

Marketing Coordinator - College and Youth Quake

Matt DeLong

Cora Lee Schultz

A smiling middle-aged woman with curly hair and glasses stands in front of a brick building, wearing a plaid jacket. — *Registration and Volunteer Coordinator*

Student Leaders

The YQ Student Leaders are full-time students at Briercrest College who dedicate their year to helping create Youth Quake events and resources. They also lead a small group of student volunteers throughout the year and grow in their leadership abilities as they work together on the event. Each of them brings something amazing to the table, and none of our work would be possible without them! As an extension of Briercrest College and Seminary, Youth Quake has relied on the fantastic work of students for years! We hope you come and meet them in person at one of our retreats.

2026-27 student leaders to be announced!