BGC News

May 02

The Power of a Youthquake: Engaging youth could transform Canada

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As youth gather in Ottawa this week at the first-ever Canada Youth Summit, a report released today highlights the top priorities for Canadian youth and opportunities to strengthen civic engagement.‘Another Youthquake? Exploring the concerns, priorities, and political engagement of Canadian youth aged 15 to 30.’, released by Abacus Data, and commissioned by a coalition of...
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Apr 11

New Ontario budget has a strong focus on child and youth care

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[April 11, 2019] Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada welcomes the Ontario government’s focus on child and youth care in the release of their 2019 budget.Boys and Girls Clubs are a leading provider of high-quality and affordable Authorized Recreation programs, licensed childcare, and before- and after-school programs that help young people across Ontario and Canada...
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Mar 19

Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada welcomes continued federal investments in youth

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Budget 2019 focuses on youth employment, volunteering, mental health, STEM education, and Indigenous communities  [March 19, 2019] Owen Charters, President & CEO of Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, was in Ottawa today as Minister of Finance Bill Morneau unveiled the last federal budget before the 2019 election, Investing in the Middle Class. The budget has a heavy focus on helping children and...
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