Big Brothers Big Sisters Across Canada
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a national organization that provides life-changing mentorship programs to more than 40,000 children and youth each year. Strong mentorship relationships are critical to enabling the children in their programs to develop into well-rounded adults. Their work has proven to help break the cycles of violence, drug abuse, poverty, and inequality.
www.bigbrothersbigsisters.caFriends of Ruby
Friends of Ruby is a dedicated and welcoming space for vulnerable lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and two-spirit youth (ages 16-29). They provide counselling, housing, practical assistance, a drop-in, and multiple groups and activities to support 2SLGBTQ+ youth in their journey.
www.friendsofruby.caSpirit North
Spirit North empowers Indigenous youth to be unstoppable in sport, school and life. Through the transformative power of sport and play, they help youth find the courage to take on any challenge, develop leadership skills, improve their health and wellness, discover new talents and unlock their limitless potential.
www.spiritnorthxc.caCanadian Women & Sport
Canadian Women & Sport is dedicated to creating an equitable and inclusive Canadian sport and physical activity system that empowers girls and women – as active participants and leaders – within and through sport.
www.womenandsport.caBlacbiblio.com
Blacbiblio.com aims to highlight real stories of Black Canadians and their contributions through resources and kits for teachers, transforming how Canadian Black history is seen and taught! With the ABC’s of Canadian Black History Kit, Blacbiblio.com is bringing to life the personalities and events omitted from the pages of textbooks, because their role in Canadian history was considered historically insignificant.
www.blacbiblio.com