Start a Club - BGC Canada

Life-changing programs for children and youth.

All local BGC are private, nonprofit community-based agencies that pay annual dues to be members of BGC Canada.

Benefits to membership include:

  • The credibility of a nationally recognized charitable organization
  • National standards and quality assurance
  • Support materials and services to assist with Club operation and policy development
  • Funding through national partnerships
  • National programs and training opportunities
  • And much more…
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To become a BGC Club, organizations must participate in three phases of development:

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Community Review

Deepen your understanding of the needs of your community and how they fit with the BGC model
(3-6 months)

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Organization Development

Create a business plan to deliver services, which includes establishing a Board, incorporating, and seeking funding
(6-8 months)

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Program Development

Develop your Club’s programs, establish essential policies, and complete any outstanding requirements for membership
(1-3 months)

Ready to start a new Club?

Clubs are governed by an autonomous, voluntary Board of Directors comprised of local residents. Each BGC secures funding on its own from community, government, and private sources. To learn more about starting a Club, contact us today.

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Does a Club already exist in your community?

Many of our Clubs utilize service locations—facilities that are owned by third parties, like community organizations, schools, municipalities, housing authorities, etc. These service locations are managed by the local BGC and offer similar programs and services.

Find your local Club to learn more