BGC Canada | News - Part 53

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The kids aren’t alright

CEO Blog

Jul 3

The latest message from Owen Charters, President & CEO, BGC Canada (July 3). Full transcript below. With summer here, I know that Clubs are shifting focus. Usually we go from out of school programs to summer camps, typically an intense period at most Clubs. I’m going to step away from the camera for the summer—at least...
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A thoughtful Canada Day

BGC News

Jun 30

We have compiled information and resources to help inform your Canada Day celebrations and actions towards Reconciliation. Land acknowledgementIf you want to know whose land we are on, check out this web-based app that uses GIS technology to assist users in identifying Indigenous Nations, territories, and Indigenous communities across Canada: https://www.whose.land/en/ Community resourcesTruth & Reconciliation Commission of...
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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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