Toronto, August 19, 2024 – Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, expands its partnership with BGC Canada (formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada) with the sponsorship of four scholarships helping eligible Canadian students invest in their post-secondary education. The recipients of the first round of scholarships, which are part of the ice cream brand’s Pink Spoon Community Program, are Chad from Toronto, Mahad from Ottawa, Jett from North Simcoe and Katie from Stettler, Alberta. Each student will receive $4,000 to help them on their path to academic success.
“A solid education is a critical element in life,” says Natalie Joseph, spokesperson for Baskin-Robbins in Canada. “We’ve been honoured and privileged to work with BGC Canada over the years and this expansion is a testament to our belief in their work and the importance of investing in young people. Congratulations to each of the recipients.”
The first four recipients receiving funds from Baskin-Robbins are affiliated with Clubs in both Ontario and Alberta.
Chad, a resident of Toronto and member at BGC Albion Club, is pursuing a computer systems technician diploma at Seneca College in the fall.
“When I found out I received the Baskin-Robbins Scholarship, I just thought how all my hard work and dedication…has culminated to this moment in time.”
From BGC Ottawa, Mahad is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Carlton University.
“I am very grateful to be one of the recipients of the scholarship provided by Baskin-Robbins. This scholarship will ease the financial burden of attending post-secondary.”
Jett from BGC North Simcoe is pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Child Studies at the University of Guelph.
“The Baskin- Robbins scholarship means so much to me and my family. For years I have dedicated hours of my life to this organization because of how inclusive and life changing it has been for me.”
Katie, from BGC Stettler & District in Alberta is excited for the opportunity this scholarship gives her.
“Growing up, the sciences have always been a passion of mine. I dreamed of discovering new possibilities within the world of science as a woman by breaking through societal standards and paving the way for other women to attain their educational goals. I am excited to pursue a career in the rigorous STEM field and this scholarship will allow me to succeed.”
Across Canada, students are getting ready to begin a new, more costly academic year. A recent study by Statista suggests that the cost of a post-secondary education has grown – an increase of *close to 3 percent in 2023 in tuition fees alone.
“The students have shared with us how excited, happy and relieved they are to receive this gift,” says Brooke Duval, Senior Director, Partnerships & Philanthropy at BGC Canada. “It is so rewarding to work with organizations like Baskin-Robbins on programs that truly make a difference.”
Through its Pink Spoon Community Program, Baskin-Robbins has been a partner of BGC Canada for the past seven years. The partnership includes an annual in-shop fundraiser and in-kind ice cream donations.
Recipients of the Baskin-Robbins Pink Spoon Scholarship program offered thanks via this video, English: https://vimeo.com/999212148/0b51d0f90d?share=copy
Baskin-Robbins is part of Inspire Brands, a global, multi-brand restaurant leader that has supported BGC Canada since 2017.
For more information on Baskin-Robbins Canada and its community programs and support we invite you to visit baskinrobbins.ca or follow the company on Facebook, X, TikTok and Instagram or view this partnership video here: https://vimeo.com/999209153/3e1fdf3c48?share=copy
Sources
https://www.statcan.gc.ca/o1/en/plus/4489-crunching-numbers-postsecondary-students-academic-year
About Baskin-Robbins Canada
Baskin-Robbins was founded in 1945 by two ice cream enthusiasts who shared a dream to create an innovative ice cream shop that would be a neighbourhood gathering place for families. Celebrating 52 years in Canada earlier this year, Baskin-Robbins operates 115 locations in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, and British Columbia. Each year, more than 300 million people around the world visit Baskin-Robbins to enjoy some of the close to 1,400 flavours available in the brand’s ice cream library, as well as its assortment of frozen treats including frozen beverages, sundaes, Polar Pizza® ice cream treats and cakes. For more information on Baskin-Robbins Canada or any of its locations, visit baskinrobbins.ca.
About BGC Canada
For 125 years, BGC Canada (formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada) has been creating opportunities for millions of Canadian kids and teens. As Canada’s largest child and youth serving charitable and community services organization, our Clubs open their doors to young people of all ages and their families at over 600 locations nationwide. During out-of-school hours in small and large cities, and rural and Indigenous communities, our trained staff and volunteers provide programs and services that help young people realize positive outcomes in self-expression, academics, healthy living, physical activity, job readiness, mental wellness, social development, leadership, and more. Opportunity changes everything. Learn more at bgccan.com and follow us on social media @BGCCAN.
For more information:
Laurence Sauvé
Torchia Communications
laurence@torchiacom.com
514-984-4122
