BGC Canada | News - Part 15

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A Thoughtful Canada Day

BGC News

Jun 30

Let’s make Canada Day a more meaningful and inclusive day for all Canadians—one that acknowledges the past, respects the present, and works toward a more just and equitable future for Indigenous peoples.We have gathered some information and resources to help acknowledge Canada's ongoing issues and work towards a better future together.Read BGC Canada's Truth and...
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Dear Future Mayor of Toronto

Youth Engagement

Jun 21

July 22, 2023 By Valentina Shamoun and Sydney John-Baptise, both Torontonians and members of BGC Canada’s National Youth Council Dear Future Mayor - Toronto is a vibrant, multicultural city. The sheer number of traditions and opportunities – from jobs to culture to entertainment – draw people from around the world to live, study and work...
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Why inclusive language is important

CEO Blog

Jun 13

By Owen Charters, President & CEO, BGC Canada June 13, 2023 Not too long ago, we shared some style guides with our BGC Canada staff that discussed using language in more appropriate, inclusive ways in different situations and to recognize various populations. Language is always evolving, and despite some areas where it seems to devolve (the...
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BGC Canada acknowledges that our work spans many Territories and Treaty areas and we are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are with us today, those who have gone before us and the youth that continuously inspire us in the work that we do. BGC Canada’s mission statement is to provide safe, supportive places where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life. We recognize that these values are impossible to attain without the ongoing guidance and partnership with Indigenous peoples.

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