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After-school, Out-of-School

After-school, Out-of-School

By Owen Charters, President & CEO, BGC Canada November 14, 2023 During our recent Day on the Hill in Ottawa, we met with a number of federal government officials. The purpose of these meetings was to emphasize our 2024 pre-budget submission,...

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National Youth Council Statement on Anti-Trans Legislation

National Youth Council Statement on Anti-Trans Legislation

As the National Youth Council of BGC Canada (formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada), our membership consists of individuals in the 2S & LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as allies from other diverse backgrounds. Less than two months into 2023,...

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Baskin-Robbins Canada remits cheque for $25,000 to BGC Canada as part of annual back-to-school campaign, Pink Spoon, in support of Canadian youth

Baskin-Robbins Canada remits cheque for $25,000 to BGC Canada as part of annual back-to-school campaign, Pink Spoon, in support of Canadian youth

Beyond financial support, Canadian youth benefit from scoops, smiles and clubs across Canada TORONTO, November 2, 2022 – Baskin-Robbins Canada presented a cheque for $25,000 to BGC Canada today in support of the organization’s life-enhancing programs for Canadian youth. The funds...

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CIBC and BlackNorth Initiative Recognize First-Ever Recipients of Youth Accelerator Program with BGC Canada

CIBC and BlackNorth Initiative Recognize First-Ever Recipients of Youth Accelerator Program with BGC Canada

Students selected for multi-year program will receive funding for tuition, mentorship, financial education, and opportunities to secure paid internships TORONTO, June 29, 2022 /CNW/ – CIBC is pleased to announce that 30 Grade 10 and 11 students from BGC clubs across...

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

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

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...

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BGC Canada welcomes Ontario government’s commitment to childcare, urges further investment in after school programs to ensure youth aren’t being left behind

BGC Canada welcomes Ontario government’s commitment to childcare, urges further investment in after school programs to ensure youth aren’t being left behind

April 29, 2022 – BGC Canada (formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada) was pleased to see funding for a province-wide early learning and child care program in the Ontario Budget tabled yesterday. The $13.2 billion dollar investment, provided through...

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BGC Canada applauds the Government of Quebec’s significant budget investments in support of community organizations

BGC Canada applauds the Government of Quebec’s significant budget investments in support of community organizations

March 24, 2022 - Earlier this week, the Quebec Provincial Government released their Budget for 2022-2023. BGC Canada applauds the significant budget investments in support of community organizations. Funding will allow community organizations to better support children, youth and their...

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BGC Canada urges the Ontario Government to pass the Safe and Healthy Communities Act

BGC Canada urges the Ontario Government to pass the Safe and Healthy Communities Act

BGC Canada is calling on the Ontario Government to pass Bill 60, Safe and Healthy Communities Act (Addressing Gun Violence). The Bill, brought forward by MPP Mitzie Hunter, seeks to ensure supports for community-based violence intervention programs and trauma-informed counselling...

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Celebrating BGC Black Leaders – Meet Ismael

Celebrating BGC Black Leaders – Meet Ismael

A youth member from BGC St. Alban’s Club, Ismael, is a leader, a big brother, and a mentor in his community. Born and raised in Toronto, he is aware of the racism and discrimination that Black youth and children experience...

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