The Focus on Youth program provides students with meaningful opportunities to gain real-world experience in a variety of roles. At St. Mother Teresa Catholic Academy, two students have taken on the responsibilities of custodians, allowing them to develop essential life and workplace skills. Although their daily tasks focus on cleaning, their contributions are far more... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: TCE Community Services (St. Albert)
The Child Experience, known simply as TCE, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing programs to children and youth. TCE is well-known for its annual summer camps, which are offered at 9 locations this year; including TCE Midland's location at St. Albert Catholic School. A typical day at Midland consists of multiple activities spread throughout... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Scarborough Basketball Association (Jean Vanier)
The Scarborough Basketball Association (SBA) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1996. Their aim is to teach the joy of basketball and the importance of disciplined work ethic to many children living in Scarborough. Eager to play and ask questions! This summer branch of the Scarborough Basketball Association is located at Jean Vanier... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Boys and Girls Clubs of West Scarborough (The Divine Infant)
Boys and Girls Clubs of West Scarborough (The Divine Infant)'s goal is to offer neighbourhood programs and services designed to enhance the well-being of people in the context of their community, culture and environment. Their values are the guiding principles which govern the actions of the West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre. Kids race to the... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Footsteps to Success (St. Mother Teresa)
Footsteps to Success: St. Mother Teresa is one of the three camps founded by Andre Fullerton and community partners. It is located at the high school St. Mother Teresa at 40 Sewells Rd in Markham. This camp was built to help communities move forward by offering a free six-week program to kids including Arts and... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: The Education Academy (St. Sylvester)
The Education Academy (TEA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2008 by a parent council that offers learning opportunities in French as a second language. TEA is a summer day camp that offers FSL educational support and fun activities to do for kids from kindergarten to grade 7. FOY Staff helping out campers with their... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Live For Ball (Blessed Cardinal Newman)
Live For Ball (LFB) is an organization founded by Coach Katrina and Coach Issac in 2008 that offers many summer programs for young children. Their main teachings include encouraging kids to become more confident and having fun through a variety of sports and activities. The program continues to flourish and thrive each year. Working hard... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Boys and Girls Clubs of West Scarborough (Mary Ward)
The Boys and Girls Clubs of West Scarborough is an organization founded in 1956 that has many branches throughout Scarborough. The motto that they go by is "A good place to be" which relates to their main goals for providing fun-filled activities and a safe place for kids. Campers playing a game called "Human tic... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Live For Ball (Blessed Cardinal Newman)
Live for Ball (LFB) is a summer camp which provides basketball skills to their campers and is located at Blessed Cardinal Newman. Their main goal is to build team and individual qualities in a fun and positive environment. Their motto, “It’s your life, live it!” proves that this camp gives their campers what they need in... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Scarborough Basketball Association (Jean Vanier)
Beginning in 1996, the Scarborough Basketball Association (SBA) is a registered non-profit organization. The main goal of SBA is to serve the youth in the Scarborough area with the opportunity to grow and enjoy their summers with basketball. SBA is located at Jean Vanier CSS at 959 Midland Avenue. They begin their day with warm ups,... Continue Reading →