October 30, 2020
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada Statement on Racism and Discrimination
As Canada’s largest charitable organization serving kids and teens, Boys and Girls Clubs open their doors to all young people, of all backgrounds, in 775 diverse communities across the country. Our core values—Belonging, Respect, Encouragement and Support, Working Together, Speaking Out—are built around inclusion and we are proud of the work we do.
We stand against systemic racism, prejudice, discrimination, injustice.
And like you, we are tired. Tired of seeing the long-term repercussions of racism. Tired of seeing trauma repeated generation after generation. Tired of calling for action and accountability.
Boys and Girls Clubs build safety nets to catch those who fall into the gaps. We often work in neighbourhoods that are changed by struggles with poverty, unemployment, incarceration—and where we see firsthand the effects of systemic racism. We have witnessed youth who have been the target of violence and persecution by institutional forces, and we will continue to support these youth, to guide them through the trauma of this violence, and to make space for young people to be heard and to thrive.
We also know that we can always do more. As a national organization, we will provide funding and resources that help our Clubs create even more safe spaces for youth that identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour). We will provide more training and tools that will help white staff and youth recognize their privilege and learn how to be effective allies.
We are increasing our fundraising efforts towards the following anti-racism initiatives, in consultation with BIPOC community leaders and organizations:
Establishing microgrants for BIPOC youth and allies that want to create programs, initiatives, or events that combat racism and discrimination. As a For Youth, By Youth model, successful microgrant applications will be chosen by our National Youth Council—14 young community leaders nominated from Clubs across Canada
Developing anti-racism training and resources for our national team that will ensure we incorporate anti-racism practices into all national initiatives and programs
Running a youth-led anti-racism workshop, specifically designed to educate white youth and empower BIPOC youth, at our National Youth Forum in 2021, which brings together youth from Clubs nationwide
Creating national anti-racism programming for youth that can be run at every Boys and Girls Club across the country
We have seen the long-term benefits of investing in young people and their communities. We will continue to use our national platform to advocate for increased funding and prioritization of youth and community engagement programs at all levels of government and within law enforcement agencies across Canada.
Boys and Girls Clubs have always been committed to change and we welcome others to join us in speaking out against discrimination in all its forms. Together, we will continue to remove barriers and create opportunities for all young people.
Registration for Spring Swimming programs opens at 10 a.m. on Sunday, March 1. Programs: Swim Lessons Lane Swim Aquafit with Kelly Ziger Spring session begins the week of April 13 and ends the day of Monday, June 15. Spaces are limited so register quickly!
We're thrilled to announce that the Jr. NBA program is now offered at BGC St. Alban's Club! To learn more, visit our web page . Registration is open ! Details Ages 6-12 Saturdays 10:30 a.m. - noon Main clubhouse Start date: Feb 28, 2026 Duration: 8 weeks Cost: $120 Uniform and equipment provided. Open to the public
Relax and de-stress every Tuesday evening with our drop-in Yoga class! Adults (18+) Every Tuesday beginning March 3 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. BGC St. Alban’s Club Dance Studio Free for members! To register, email anna@stalbansclub.ca . Class dates: March 3 March 10 March 24 March 31 April 7 April 14 April 21 April 28 Note: there is no class on March 17 for March Break.
BGC St. Alban's Club offers a range of summer camp for kids and youth of all ages and interests. For children ages 4-12: Variety Camps: A little bit of everything to ensure a fun-filled summer. Sports Camps: Hone your athletic skills and build teamwork in a range of sports. Junior Mad Science Camp: Experiment, explore, and discover the fascinating world of science. Dynamic Dance Camp: Move, perform and shine in this fun, energetic creative movement camp. Photography Camp: Capture the world through the lens of a camera. LEGO Robotics Camp: Combine the fun of LEGO with the excitement of robotics. Art Attack Camp: Unleash your inner artist and create masterpieces in a variety of mediums. Jr. Beat Lab (Music): Create your own music and discover the world of sound. Musical Theatre Camp: Take the stage and develop your acting, singing, and dancing skills. Gaming Camp: Explore, design, and create games across board, digital, escape room, and virtual reality platforms. And for youth ages 12-16: Leadership in Training: Our Leader in Training (LIT) camp is a fun, one-week program designed to help teens build confidence and develop essential skills as they prepare for their first work experience. Outdoor Leadership: Experience the ultimate summer adventure with our two-week immersive youth camp. Gaming: In this unique one-week program, youth will get the opportunity to explore, play design and create games in a variety of mediums. To learn more and register, visit https://app.amilia.com/store/en/stalbansbgc/api/Program/List .
In 1979, Toronto became the first municipality in Canada to proclaim Black History Month! Check out the city's 2026 events and exhibits showcasing the enormous contributions of the Black culture and community: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/black-history-month/
BGC St. Alban's Club is offering a variety of camps for kids and youth this summer. Full program information will be posted on Thursday, January 19 at 10 a.m., with registration opening on Wednesday, February 4 at 10 a.m. Stay tuned!
BGC St. Alban's Club offers a range of March Break programs for kids ages 4-14 Registration opens Friday, January 9 at 10 a.m. K-GRADE 6 Our full-day March Break Camp is available to kids in Kindergarten through Grade 6. Children will spend an exciting day engaging in a variety of activities such as energetic games, creative arts and crafts, as well as both indoor and outdoor entertainment. Kinder Camp (Ages 4 to 5) Variety Camp 1 (Ages 6 to 7) Variety Camp 2 (Ages 8 to 9) Variety Camp 3 Ages 10 to 12) Dance Camp (Ages 8 to 12) Art Attack Camp (Ages 6-12) Sports Camp – All-Star Edition (Ages 6-12) YOUTH Beat Lab (Ages 10 to 14) Campers will get a chance to work with one of our professional producers in a small group to create a song from start to finish, (including artwork and publishing online)! Participants will learn to work with digital music software Ableton Live as well as play instruments, sing and rap. No experience necessary. March Break Excursion (Ages 12 to 14) Our Youth March Break Excursion offers exciting daily outings around the city, led by our experienced youth team. Each day features a different local adventure, giving youth the chance to explore, try new activities, and connect with peers. Each activity can be booked individually so youth can pick and choose which days are suited to them. Please note that each outing will run based on sufficient registration numbers for that specific day.
All ages! No experience or partner necessary. The Scottish Country Dance Association of Toronto is holding a fundraising event for BGC St. Alban's Club on Saturday, January 17 between 2 and 4 p.m. Child: 5$ Adult: 10$ Family (4 ppl): $20 Main clubhouse 843 Palmerston Ave. Bring indoor shoes and a water bottle! All proceeds go to supporting BGC St. Alban's Club
Keep your kids active and happy over the holidays! BGC St. Alban's is hosting a day camp for kids ages 4-12 in late December and early January. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the following dates. Monday, December 22 Monday, December 29 Tuesday, December 30 Monday, January 2 Spaces are limited so register today!
As little as $5 makes a BIG difference! Every cent donated goes to supporting kids and families across Toronto. Monthly donations allow us to provide even more programs and services like after school programs, childcare, summer camps, youth job training, adult literacy and so much more. Donors can choose how they'd like their support to be used. For more information, visit our fundraising page or contact us at info@stalbansclub.ca .
