March Break Camp Recap! We had a fun filled week with lots of activities and themes. -ROM trip thanks to @kidsupfrontto and the @romtoronto thanks again for having us! -Pyjama and multi-cultural days -Plenty arts & crafts -And more

Happy International Women’s Day to the WSNCC team!! #internationalwomensday #opportunitychangeseverything #nomorebarriers

Last Sunday we completed our 12 week Jr NBA program! On behalf of WSNCC we would like to thank everybody that came through and participated! We look forward to our next session in the future.

Today is #PinkShirtDay 👚 With help from @hersheyscanada, BGC Clubs are promoting kindness and inclusion today and every day! 💕 What’s yours? Share why you wear a pink shirt in the comments below ⤵ Let’s lift each other up because we’re all #SweeterTogether.

We will be hosting a Black History Month Celebration. Please use the link in the bio to create an account and register online to join this program.

Follow your dreams! #blackhistorymonth #setandachieveyourgoals #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

We love making S’mores 😁

We are able to provide our children with healthy snacks thanks to the support from @pc_childrens_charity #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #summercamp #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Great day making Lanterns 🏮 The after school program at Claude Watson School for the Arts.

May the New Year bring you joy, peace, and prosperity. Wishing you a Happy Chinese New Year filled with love and happiness.

BGC West Scarborough is grateful to implement the Power Up! program intended to provide our children and youth aged 6-12 with the chance to receive one on one academic support from our staff and volunteers in a space cultivated for their academic success and supportive of their love for learning! #powerup #bgcws #academicsucces

Summer Camps are now open for registration!

Please note that the Golden Mile Job Fair is scheduled for Feb 29th but registration must be submitted before Feb 9th. Please ensure that all candidates register through this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T2QLSP9 At the bottom of the form where it says “How did you hear about this event?” please have clients select “Community Agency” and put WSNCC - Gateway. (if you will be attending to support your clients you can put your division instead. ex. TWIST, BGC, or TJYC) JOB SEEKERS MUST FILL THIS OUT BEFORE FEB 9th

What an evening 😁🏒🥅 #allstarweekend #nhlfanfair2024 #nhl #nhlfanfair #bgcws #bgccan #opportunitychangeseverything

We’re ready for the NHL Fan Fair!!

🚀 Unlocking the wonders of tech for the next generation! Welcome to Kid Tech Nation, where young minds dream big and code even bigger. 🌟👧👦 Let the adventure begin! 💡🌈 @bgccan #kidtechnation #bgcws #bgccanada #KTN #coding #STEM #BGC #toronto

Thanks to @gng_canada for providing this amazing opportunity to our participants.

We are able to provide our children with healthy snacks thanks to the support from @pc_childrens_charity thank you! #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #summercamp #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Playcare celebrating Ethiopian and Eritrean Christmas

Check out some of upcoming youth programs run by our YJS team.

We had a great team dinner! Ready for 2024!

Thank you Twist Catering for providing us with a wonderful holiday dinner!

Thank you @sealswimming for your toy donations the children are going to love them!

Thank you to honourable Bill Blair for the donations for our community.

Thank you to Twist Catering for being one of the best catering companies we have worked with!! Their dedication to providing nutritious and tasty snacks for our children and youth truly goes above and beyond. #cateringservice #healthysnacks #bgcws #afterschoolprograms #summercamps #kidslovesnacks

Thank you @gap.canada for providing some gifts for our members!

Thank you @planetfitnessca for providing this donation of toys. #planetfitness #bgcws #opportunitychangeseverything #bgccan #donationshelp

Thank you @goeasyltd for the donations!

We're inviting you and your youth to come enjoy the Native Youth Resource Centre's Winter Solstice party on Friday, December 22nd 3pm-6:30pm! Join us for drum making, a catered feast, free haircuts and exclusive gifts! 🎄🥘💈🎁 We hope to see you all there!

Thank you to the Kane Brown team for giving us tickets to his concert! 😃😁🎶 @kanebrown #kanebrownconcert #bgccan #opportunitychangeseverything #welovemusic #countrymusic #bgca

We are able to provide our children with healthy snacks thanks to the support from @pc_childrens_charity thank you! #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #summercamp #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Thank you @astaweck for donating some awesome gifts for our BGC youth!

This past Sunday we hosted our annual “A Day with Santa” event. Thank you to all of our volunteers, sponsors and staff who helped make the day awesome! Thank you to @marybrownsofficial for providing lunch for us again! #adaywithsanta #holidayevents #bgcws #marybrownschicken

@pc_childrens_charity providing kids with healthy snacks! #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #bgccan #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Join Scarborough ACORN at our Candidates Forum for the Ward 20 Councillor By-Elections. Come out and meet your candidates. See which candidates will take action for affordable housing!

"I have a circle of support. On a bad day, I know there will be friends I can count on at Club." BGC Clubs provides kids with a sense of safety and security. Kids who attend Clubs not only experience belonging for themselves, but they learn how to provide a sense of belonging for others. Partner with BGC Canada today and make a difference that truly matters. #opportunitychangeseverything

Hello Ward 20, Scarborough Southwest Voters, We are pleased to confirm we're Hosting another Candidates Forum on Thursday, November 23 at Oakridge CC from 7-9pm. There will be Limited In Person registration and the option to view Virtual Live Stream from the comfort of your own home. REGISTER NOW, link in bio!

Check out Sebastian’s story! #opportunitychangeseverything

Scarborough Southwest is having a byelection to pick a new councilor! SCAN is working with local residents to help engage voters. We will be hosting a series of debates and meetings to help inform people of their choices. Sign up for the November debate via the link in our bio. Let's make out voices heard

Yesterday’s fun day! Halloween spirit!

A HUGE congratulations to this year's National #YouthoftheYearCA: Sebastian! 🎉 . "Everyone has the power to be a leader, but not everyone recognizes it. BGC Canada has given me the opportunity to thrive and own who I am," said Sebastian. . His outstanding leadership, service, and achievements within his community at @bgc.ws won over our judges—and we know he will be an incredible BGC ambassador alongside our six other Youth of the Year. 🤩 . Special thanks to our presenting sponsor @HyundaiCanada and supporting sponsor @mondelez_international. . #OpportunityChangesEverything

We are so proud of you Sebastian!! Sebastian from BGC West Scarborough is an outgoing leader, eager helper, passionate tutor AND one of our 2023 #YouthOfTheYearCA! Join us in congratulating these young leaders. 🙌 Tune in to our Instagram LIVE on October 20th when we announce our National Youth of the Year. Special thanks to our presenting sponsor Hyundai Canada and supporting sponsor Mondelēz International.

Congratulations to our WSNCC WestJet Gift of Flight raffle winners! Together, we raised $9,705.00 for children & youth programming at WSNCC! #westjet #westjetgiftofflight #cadillacfairview #lenovo #bgc #bgccan #opportunitychangeseverything

We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our team member Angel Disasi who was a wife and proud mother of 4. Her family was her light, her pride and joy. She will always be remembered for being strong in her faith, resilient, and a go-getter. Although she was a private person, her unapologetically honest personality, sense of humor, words of wisdom, and love of sharing life experiences left a huge impact on those she knew and met. For Angel, nothing seemed impossible or unattainable. She dedicated her life to helping others. At West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre, she worked tirelessly to support hundreds of clients with accessibility challenges find and maintain meaningful employment. Angel herself once said, “Charity is a gift of oneself towards others. It is a purely moral act, which appeals to the conscience and choice of the individual.” We are celebrating Angel’s life by asking for your support through this GoFundMe link. All proceeds will help provide childcare and post-secondary education for Angel’s 4 children. It is in her memory that we ask you to contribute to this fund. Link in our bio.

Sebastian from BGC West Scarborough is an outgoing leader, eager helper, passionate tutor AND one of our 2023 #YouthOfTheYearCA! Join us in congratulating these young leaders. 🙌 Tune in to our Instagram LIVE on October 20th when we announce our National Youth of the Year. Special thanks to our presenting sponsor Hyundai Canada and supporting sponsor Mondelēz International.

Protect yourself this flu season! Join us at the West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre for our flu shot clinic. Date: November 10th, 2023 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: 313 Pharmacy Avenue, Scarborough, ON Registration Required.

BGC Clubs across the country stand with all trans, Two-Spirit and non-binary children and youth. Gender expression is a human right. We believe in identity-affirming environments where everyone experiences a sense of belonging. BGC Clubs are safe spaces where all children and youth are welcome.

Our LeadUp 2.0 program is all about making a positive impact, developing leadership skills, and creating lasting connections. Together, we’re building a brighter future. 💪🏾 #Leadup2.0 #YouthEmpowerment #VolunteerOpportunities

Come visit us at Scarborough Town Centre Old Navy!

Sign up for our Art classes! Ages: 9 - 13 When: Thursday Time: 6:30 - 7:45 Dates: October 5 - December 7 Where: Eglinton Square Mall Cost: $150 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Art classes! Ages: 5 - 8 When: Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 7:45 Dates: October 4 - December 6 Where: West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre Cost: $150 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Dance classes! Ages: 9 - 13 When: Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 7:45 Dates: October 4 - December 6 Where: Eglinton Square Mall Cost: $150 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Jr. NBA classes! Ages: 5 - 8 & 9 -13 When: Sundays Time: Ages 5 - 8 (3:15pm - 4:15pm) & Ages 9 - 13 (4:20pm - 5:20pm) Dates: November 5 - February 4 Where: Birchmount Community Centre Cost: $250 for 12 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Dance classes! Ages: 5 - 8 When: Thursdays Time: 6:30 - 7:45 Dates: October 5 - December 7 Where: West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre Cost: $150 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Steel Drum classes! Ages: 8 - 13 When: Tuesdays Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Dates: October 3 - December 5 Where: West Scarborough Neighborhood Community Centre Cost: $100 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org

Sign up for our Cooking classes! Ages: 5 - 8 When: Mondays Time: 6:30pm - 7:45pm Dates: October 2 - December 11 Where: West Scarborough Neighborhood Community Centre Cost: $150 for 10 weeks For inquiries, contact: Santiago CiFuentes at youth@wsncc.org #bgcws #wsncc #cookingclass

Reminder! Our WSNCC Seniors Open House is tomorrow! It takes place at WSNCC 313 Pharmacy Ave from 10 am – 2 pm. Light lunch will be provided. We hope to see you there! #SeniorsON #Seniorsactivelivingfairs

Shoutout to Sebastian Cifuentes, one of our remarkable #YouthOfTheYearCA! 🌟 Sebastian's a natural-born leader, using his voice to uplift the community. His dedication led him to found the Homework Help Program—a 1:1 after-school academic support program for children within schools around the community. He's proving that education and opportunity unlock potential! 📚🌈 💚 Thank you to our presenting sponsor @hyundaicanada and supporting sponsor @mondelez_international #OpportunityChangesEverything #bgccan #bgcws #youthoftheyear

Today for spirit week we celebrate our cultures! Whatever walks of life we stem from, we are all humans who uplift our community. #westscarborough #bgcws #bgccanada #multicultural #multiculturalism

Come join our BGC West Scarborough team! We are now hiring for part-time After School Program Recreational Leaders! Please send your resume to f.peralta@wsncc.org Or spread the word to friends and family! #nowhiring #bgccanada #jobfair

Are you a newcomer who has lived, studied, worked, or used newcomer services in Scarborough? Then here is an opportunity for you! The Scarborough Newcomer Settlement Collective (SNSC) is conducting a survey to better understand newcomer needs and challenges, and how to improve services in Scarborough. The survey is completely anonymous and confidential and will not impact you or your use of services. You can also enter a draw at the end of the survey to win 1 of 5 gift card prizes valued at $10.

What a day! 😥☔️Thank you to @jayscare and @marybrownsofficial for joining us for another year at our Rookie League tournament Baseball ⚾️ and chicken 🍗 the best combo! 😋😃

Thanks to @diydanie and sponsors, IKEA, Home Depot, Article, FLOR, and DAP Canada for revitalizing our Youth space and bringing a fresh new modern vibe to it!

Thank you again @tirfrugby for the wonderful rugby session with our campers at Courcelette . They had a blast!

Join us July 27th at your local @marybrownsofficial for #BGCDay! $2 from every Meal, Combo & Feast will be donated to BGC Canada to support Club kids and youth across the country. #OpportunityChangesEverything

This coming Saturday BGC West Scarborough will be offering face painting at MP Salma Zahid’s community BBQ, come see us!

Thank you @salmazahidmp for your continued support of our programs and the Dorset Park Community. We wouldn’t have our camps without the support from Canada Summer Jobs.

Week 2 of camp and our youth campers were able to partake in Muay Thai with Triumph Muay Thai! #muaythai #sports #triumphmuaythai #sportwellness #summercanp #bgccanada

FREE SOCCER TOURNAMENT! Join us on August 26 - 27 At Dentonia Park Soccer Field for a weekend full of fun & prizes! Open to all: Girls (12-15) / Boys (12-15) Boys (16-21) / Girls (16-29) Register Now!

Thank you @canadabasketball for allowing our @jrnba participants to partake in the Globl Jam Event this passed weekend! Our ballers had a blast!

Big thank you to @pc_childrens_charity for providing our kids with healthy snacks! #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #summercamp #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

The deadline to apply for the first period of the Canada Dental Benefit is fast approaching! If a child received dental care services between October 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023, the last day to apply is Friday, June 30, 2023. The second benefit period starts on July 1, 2023. More information can be found online at Canada.ca/dental. Applications are available in My Account. To apply over the phone or ask questions, please call the dedicated line at 1-800-715-8836. For your reference, English and French factsheets and posters are attached. There are also multilingual factsheets available.

Happy birthday 🐢

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day for everyone to honour and celebrate the culture and contributions of Indigenous peoples. #nationalindigenouspeoplesday

Throwback to BGC Club Day at West Scarborough! #bgcws #bgcclubday #bgccan #kidsjustwannahavefun

Good times! #afterschoolprogram #bgcws #opportunitychangeseverything #artsandcraftsforkids

Thank you @kidsupfrontto for sending our members to the @bluejays game!😃 #morethanaticket #torontomarlies #bgcws #kidsupfront #opprtunitychangeseverything #bgccan

Last Friday was such a fun day! 😃🥹 #bgccan #bgcws #opportunitychangeseverything #bgcclubday

Kids shouldn’t have unshareable stories about bullying. BGC Clubs have helped millions change their lives, for good. #UnshareableStories #OpportunityChangesEverything

Friday June 2nd is #BGCClubDay our National Day of awareness where Clubs and the BGC movement come together to celebrate the unbelievable impact our Clubs create for nearly 150,000 young people and their families every year across Canada! #bgccan #bgcws #opportunitychangeseverything #bgcclubday

Because of my club drawing activity this week was awesome! #BGCclubday #kidsloveart #afterschoolprogram #bgcws #bgccan

@pc_childrens_charity providing kids with healthy snacks! #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #bgccan #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Building a bright future through technology: Our IBM SkillsBuild program has officially concluded with great success!

Today, on May 5th, BGC West Scarborough honours Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People. The visual display of red dresses at our BGC centre reminds our community of the absence of missing and murdered Indigenous women and reclaims the voice and agency for victims of violence in Indigenous communities.

Jewish Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and recognise Jewish culture, faith, history and the immense contributions the communities have made to the social, political and economic fabric across Canada.

May is officially recognized as Asian Heritage Month in Canada. Asian Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to learn more about the history of Canadians of Asian heritage and to recognize the struggles and challenges faced by Canadians of Asian descent, including racism, discrimination, and xenophobia. It is also an opportunity to celebrate their diverse contributions to our soceity. #asianheritagemonth

Good luck to @bunting27 and the @mapleleafs on tonight’s round 2 game 1. Go Leafs Go!! #akidfromscarborough #mapleleafs #kidslovehockey #bgcws #leafsnation

Our Jeopardy ice breaker was a hit at WSNCC’s Organizational Development Day 😃

Hooping without a basketball? Yes we can! How quickly can you pass a hula hoop through your BGC circle! 🪐🏀

@pc_childrens_charity providing kids with healthy snacks! They love oranges 🍊 #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #bgccan #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

The “it’s Friday and the weekend is here” feeling! 😁😁 #bgcws #bgccan #happy #earthday

Wishing a happy and blessed Eid al-Fitr to all our participants, families and staff. Eid Mubarak!

Not a bad day to have snack outside ☀️😃 @pc_childrens_charity what do you think? #presidentschoicechildrenscharity #healthysnacks #afterschoolprograms #bgccan #bgcws #nomorebarriers #opportunitychangeseverything

Today was a beautiful day to celebrate Ramadan at the West Scarborough Neighborhood Community Centre. #ramadan #ramadanmubarak #diversity #diversityandinclusion #wsncc #bgcws

Empowering the next generation of tech-savvy leaders! 🚀👨‍💻👩‍💻 Exciting to see these young minds thrive in our IBM SkillsBuild program. #SkillsBuild #IBMSkillsBuild #bgcws #YouthInTech

BGC SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN! SPOTS AVAILABLE! #bgcws #bgccan #summercamp #kidscamp

Thank you @mondelez_international for surprising us with chocolates 😃 #kidslovechocolate #bgccan #mondelezinternational #bgcws

Do you live in and/or want to start a retail business in the Greater Golden Mile? Do you have a retail-based business idea well suited for a summer market opportunity? Then the ILEO Storefront Starter program is for you! ILEO Storefront Starter is a FREE Program with training, grants & retail opportunities to help you build your business in the Greater Golden Mile! Last year, 12 participating entrepreneurs received over 60 hours of business coaching from Business in the Streets and participated in multiple pop-up markets and other corporate purchase initiatives that generated over $47,000 in total revenue! ILEO Storefront Starter is a pilot program from the Inclusive Local Economic Opportunity Initiative (ILEO) convened by United Way Greater Toronto and BMO.