The View from 305 Wood Street

The sun is shining bright here in Whitehorse, Yukon! Each day brings with it a renewed sense of optimism and hope for the year ahead. And there is good reason- lessening pandemic restrictions permit us to once again host our full slate of in-person events and gatherings, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, The Big Squeeze, Curl […]

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One Community, Many Voices

As many parents know,  the best way for our children to value and embrace the needs of all in our community, is to embrace it ourselves! Whether as individuals or as organizations, we have a responsibility to recognize how partnership and earnest dialog pave the way to stronger networks of support for our community. Working […]

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Megan and Eva

A Big Sister and a Little Sister from Whitehorse were part of a National Campaign in 2017.  Megan and Eva met through our In School Mentoring program and enjoyed their time together so decided to move to a Community match.
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Empowered by Mentoring – Keyla’s Story

Let’s travel back in time to the year 2013. I was in grade 9 and living what I would consider a pretty boring life; I went to school, hung out with friends, dreaded math class and watched a bit more TV than recommended. Every Monday, I would talk to my friends about what they had […]

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Welcoming Syrian Newcomer Children and Youth

Change can be a scary thing. For siblings, Zain (6), Jamal (8), and Dina (9), change and fear were common to their childhood. Zain, Jamal and Dina grew up in Syria where there has been ongoing conflict for several years. Earlier this year, the family finally found safety and refuge when they immigrated to Hamilton, [...]
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