The Internet Generation has grown up with information technology. The aptitudes, expectations and learning styles of the students of the Internet Generation reflect the multidimensional and fast-paced digital environment and culture in which they were raised. With the rapidity with which technology has changed society, the concepts of media literacy, information literacy and civic literacy have assumed new meanings. This paper will explore from a Canadian perspective initiatives in promoting digital citizenship among young people of the Internet generation -- that is, the ability to use technology safely, responsibly, critically, and proactively in order to contribute to society. What are the issues that must be faced in developing digital citizenship? What skills of critical thinking, analysis, decision-making and interpretation need to be developed among students in order to for them to harness technology to speak out and act on issues?