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Big Fun. Bigger Impact. Cineplex Community Day Returns November 14 for a Morning of Free Movies and Gaming

14th Annual Event, This Year in Support of BGC Canada TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2026 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) – On Saturday, November 14, Cineplex Community Day returns to participating Cineplex, The Rec Room and Playdium locations, bringing Canadians together for free movies, gaming and food and...

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BGC Canada celebrates BMO Canada’s support for food literacy and youth opportunity

BGC Canada is celebrating the power of partnership and the difference made when young people have access to nutritious food, practical skills, and opportunities to thrive.Across Canada, food insecurity affects children, youth, and families in communities of every size. At...

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BGC Canada announces 2026 Youth of the Year recipients

TORONTO, OCTOBER 14, 2026 /CNW/ – BGC Canada (Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada) is proud to announce five 2026 Youth of the Year recipients: Ayesha of BGC East Scarborough (ON), Danica of BGC Yorkton (SK), Mohammed of BGC Ottawa...

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From Technology to Opportunity: 25 Years of Best Buy Canada Supporting BGC Youth

When Best Buy Canada first opened its doors in Canada, it made a commitment to invest in young people and make a difference in communities across Canada. One of the ways this comes to life is through its partnership with...

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Reflecting on a remarkable BGC Club Day

The picture above was taken during BGC Prince County - Wellington Club (PE) BGC Club Day celebrations.As we reflect on the success of 2026 BGC Club Day, I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who helped bring it...

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Giant Tiger Celebrates 65 Years with a Canada-Wide Birthday Bash Across 260+ Locally Owned Stores

OTTAWA, ON, April 16, 2026 /CNW/ - Giant Tiger Stores Limited is celebrating 65 years as a proudly Canadian retailer with a nationwide birthday bash dedicated to the customers and communities who made every year possible. The celebration kicks off...

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Youth Engagement

Three Days of Fun, Connection, and Opportunity

By Erica Walcott, BGC Club and National Youth Advisory Circle member, BGC London The Youth Advisory Circle (YAC) is a leadership program by BGC Canada composed of youth aged 16-21 across the country who have strong connections to their Club....

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Canada can’t solve child poverty without investing in youth organizations

In Canada, hunger is often framed as a problem of food. At BGC Canada, we know it is a problem of income, opportunity, and access to community supports. Across the country, families are struggling to keep up with rising costs,...

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BGC Club Stories

BGC inspired me to give back to my community

Ruben is an exceptional young person in his community and Club, known for his leadership, his commitment to his values, and his ability to uplift others. In 2025, he was named BGC Canada’s National Youth of the Year. This is...

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Planet Fitness and BGC Canada Team Up to Celebrate Pink Shirt Day

In-club fundraiser and community activation supports kindness, belonging and kicks off Family Day TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness...

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