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Who We Are

“Empowering youth to overcome obstacles and embrace their potential.”

"Every challenge is an opportunity to grow stronger."

“In every challenge lies an opportunity for growth. It’s during our toughest moments that we discover our inner strength and resilience.

Embracing challenges, no matter how daunting, allows us to unlock our full potential and become the best version of ourselves. So, don’t be afraid to face challenges head-on; they are the stepping stones to a brighter future.”

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"Understanding the Challenges: Statistics on At-Risk Youth in Canada"

  1. Poverty: Approximately 1 in 5 Canadian children live in poverty, which can increase the risk of experiencing negative outcomes such as poor health, lower educational achievement, and social exclusion.
  2. Mental Health: Mental health disorders affect about 1.2 million Canadian children and youth, with 70% of mental health problems emerging during childhood or adolescence.
  3. Substance Use: About 21% of Canadian youth aged 15 to 19 report using cannabis in the past year, and 5% report using other illicit drugs.
  4. Homelessness: On any given night, an estimated 6,000 youth are homeless in Canada, and youth make up about 20-40% of the homeless population.
  5. Education: Indigenous youth in Canada have lower high school completion rates compared to non-Indigenous youth, with about 51% of Indigenous people aged 20 to 24 having completed high school compared to 87% for non-Indigenous people.
  6. Violence: In 2019, there were over 40,000 police-reported violent incidents involving youth in Canada, representing about 20% of all violent incidents.v