Youth Futures – A vital support for brighter futures
Moving to Nelson with her cats, enjoying the breathtaking scenery of this unique little town, and helping other kids who are struggling: that’s Yanna’s ideal picture of her future, and her eyes light up when she describes it with a shy smile. Although it’s a simple plan today, it used to be a distant dream. […]
Youth Futures Founding Partner, Coast Capital steps up
All children and youth deserve a bright future. Post-secondary education is an important step in that journey, but it can be one with many challenges for those formerly in government care. Youth in care ‘age out’ of the system at age 19 losing all support from their foster parents, social workers, government programs, along with […]
Making a difference for youth pursuing higher learning – 2020/21 Annual Report
Youth formerly in care aging into community and pursuing post-secondary education exemplify resilience and determination. In 2021, almost 730 students who had been in BC government care or in the care of a Delegated Aboriginal Agency attended school on a post-secondary institution or provincial tuition waiver. This despite the ongoing financial, social and emotional challenges […]