BGC Canada - Opportunity Changes Everything.

Creating opportunities since 1900

For over 125 years, we’ve been providing safe, supportive places where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life.

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We show up for kids no matter what

The issues young people are facing grow more complex every day. We’re addressing key issues in Canada because kids and teens deserve to thrive.

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The #1 Third Place for Kids

Kids need a place beyond home and school. For 166,000 kids across the country, BGC is that special place.

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Our impact is remarkable. We have 30,000 survey responses from kids to prove it.

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The Club experience

Our 665 BGC Clubs across the country give young people the opportunity to grow and develop into their full potential.

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Partner with an IMPACT

BGC Clubs have helped improve the lives of millions of kids. Together, we can make a difference that matters.

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Growing up isn’t always easy. That’s why BGC Clubs are here to help kids and youth succeed, no matter what challenges they face.

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Who We Are

We’re Canada’s largest youth-serving organization

We create safe spaces where kids and teens grow, connect, and thrive.

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How We Help

We support children and youth where it matters most

We support youth mental health, provide food security, and opportunities to learn valuable skills via our Club programs.

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What Clubs Do

Our Clubs are a safe space where kids thrive

Our Clubs are multi-functional facilities that provide programs for every age and stage of life.

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Partner with us to create lasting impact

Clubs are amazing spaces that do amazing things for kids—but they are costly. Partner with us to create lasting impact, and ensure that every kid has a club to go to.

Why partner with us

Our Clubs are located all across Canada providing direct support to kids at any time.

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665 Clubs

and service locations serve communities nationwide

166,000+ kids

and youth are supported by BGC clubs each year

8.1 million meals

and snacks are provided to kids and teens each year

At the Club, I can be myself, and everyone is kind. It’s where I learn to accept others just like I am accepted.

• BGC Club Kid

Being around these people shaped me, especiallythe Clubhas shaped me to be a more out-thereperson and to want to go for my goals.

• BGC Club Kid

Some strengths I’ve found here at the Club, especially being in summer camp and lots of different spaces where I interact with people is definitely my communication and confidence.

Ruben • 2025 Youth of the Year

The positive impact of Clubs on kids’ lives is big

In fact, our impact is so remarkable; we measured it. We’ve collected nearly 30,000 survey responses from Club kids about their experience.

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Your donation makes a difference in communities nationwide

Young people find a welcoming environment to play, learn, share a meal, and connect with caring mentors at BGC Clubs each year. Opportunity changes everything.