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BGC Strathcona County “Gemstones” program offers support to 2S & LGBTQIA+ community and allies

Jun 9 2022

BGC Strathcona County (formerly Boys and Girls Club of Strathcona County), located in Alberta, has created a barrier-free program called Gemstones where 2S & LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies can have a space to learn, grow, and be authentic. Gemstones has been the Club’s most in demand program (both online and in-person) since its creation. The...

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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Tag: BGC Strathcona County

BGC Strathcona County “Gemstones” program offers support to 2S & LGBTQIA+ community and allies

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