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 […]
Be the change you want to see
Ever since she was a little girl, Elanis knew she wanted to make a difference with her life. Her experience as a toddler in foster care, and the difficulties she faced when she was adopted at the age of 6, inspired her passion to become a social worker. “I want to be there for children […]
Emergency funding helps former foster children stay in school during COVID-19
When Emilianna’s roommate moved out during COVID-19, she was left to cover the full cost of her rent. The comedy club she worked at also closed at the same time. As a former youth in government care who is now studying Social Work at Douglas College, Emilianna doesn’t have the safety net of her parents […]