JA British Columbia

This #ThankYouThursday we give a shoutout to Khalsa Credit Union. Thanks to your support of JA Dollars with Sense, more young people have the tools to become financially capable adults. jabc.org/dws #JAdonorsmakeadifference #JABC #youtheducation

Calling all parents and teachers! 📢 JA Canada has teamed up with Z Zurich Foundation to launch the Youth Well-being Challenge. Our goal is to increase understanding of mental well-being as a key factor of success and equip our youth with skills to enhance their mental well-being. How can you get involved? ⭐ Visit our website at https://lnkd.in/gjmYtsWR to teach your youth about the actions they can take to improve their well-being! You'll find resources to help you along the way. Plus, if your youth tries out any of our action items, they can enter our giveaway for a chance to win a $50 gift card. The contest closes at 11:59pm EST on May 19, 2024. #JAYouthchallenge #JAcanada #Wellbeing #Mentalwellbeing

Yesterday’s Discovery Foundation’s Discover Your Pitch was nothing short of fabulous! Six teams took the stage to pitch their innovative business ideas in front of an esteemed panel of judges, and the energy was amazing. Congratulations to the winners: Compostabord, BinBuddy, Beyond Leather, and My Medical Bling! https://lnkd.in/dnqSaDn7 A huge thank you to our fantastic judges: Paul Geyer, Hayley Woodin Hastings, Crystal Hung, Casey Van Maanen, and Lori Mathison, LLB, FCPA, FCGA. We know you had a tough job! Heartfelt appreciation to presenters Dr. David G. Harper and Sheila M. Biggers, MPA, and our co-MCs (and JA Alums!) Ken Wang and Sophie Saied. We are very grateful for our Presenting Partner The Discovery Foundation and Platinum Partner London Drugs. Thank you for helping build the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders! 🎉🌟 #DiscoverYourPitch #JABC #YoungEntrepreneurs

It's Giveaway Time! 🎁 We're thrilled to kick off this giveaway for the Youth Well-being Challenge with Z Zurich Foundation! We've made it super easy for you to enter in four simple ways. Take your pick and enter today: 1️⃣ Share an action item that you're doing from the challenge and post on your Instagram story using the hashtag #JAYouthChallenge. 2️⃣ Direct message your photo to @Ja_Canada on Instagram and share an action item that you're doing for the Challenge. 3️⃣ Comment on the giveaway post on your Instagram letting us know the action item that you're doing from the Challenge 4️⃣ Fill out the entry form available on our website (also found in the link in our Instagram bio)! Don't miss out on the chance to win one of ten $50 gift cards! Enter now at https://lnkd.in/gF_i53uS and spread the wellbeing vibes! _ Open to Canada residence only. Contest ends May 19th at 11:59 pm EST. This giveaway is in no way sponsored, administered or associated with Instagram. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age. Full rules and guidelines at https://lnkd.in/gjmYtsWR

Working with the Accenture team is always a treat for JA British Columbia!   When it comes to interactive workshops, thought-provoking ideation, and putting people at the centre of design and development, Accenture makes an impact. They not only excel in their client work, but also in leading community-based workshops.   One such initiative is Accenture's PACE workshop, where JA Company Program students were introduced to a simple yet effective problem-solving and prototyping approach. Through their unique game-based lessons, real-life examples, and collaborative discussions, students got the opportunity to create products and services that resonate with an audience's needs. We can't wait for another fun day!   Our JA Company Program students had the pleasure of participating in this dynamic workshop led by Alan Hadle Hamilton, Animesh Vyas, Catherine Errington, Clara Serra, Winky Cai, Shivani Sharma, and Yen Ching Tan at the Accenture Vancouver Office. #JABC #BoundlessPossiblities #JACompanyProgram

Celebrate Leave a Legacy Month this May by making a lasting impact on youth. Consider leaving a planned gift to JABC, ensuring our mission of empowering youth to succeed endures for years to come. jabc.org/planned-giving. #JABC #MakeADifference #LeaveALegacyMonth

It's #ThankYouThursday and we extend our gratitude to Olin Anton and Suzanne Anton KC for your support of JA programs. You are helping unlock the #BoundlessPossibilites of B.C. youth! jabc.org #JAdonorsmakeadifference #JABC #youtheducation

This March, we wrapped up an exciting pilot initiative: the JA Company Program for Indigenous Learners. This experience was made possible by our supporter Peter Brown. Peter, we are immensely grateful. Delivered virtually over nine weeks, this program guided 29 learners through the journey from business ideation to execution, equipping them with indispensable skills to embark on their entrepreneurial ventures—ranging from a food truck to a life coach. A special thanks to Kimberly (Kallappa) Sommer, our Program Director of Indigenous Communities, for her personalized support and continuous communication. Her efforts ensured learners had the resources needed, boosting their confidence and program completion as they developed their start-up ventures! This after-school entrepreneurship endeavor exemplifies JABC's commitment to inclusive education and empowerment within Indigenous communities. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gq4yjMjM.

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🌟 Join our dynamic Indigenous Communities team! We're hiring for two roles: Program Coordinator and Program Manager. jabc.org/careers If you're passionate about empowering youth in Indigenous communities, love teamwork, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! #JABC #IndigenousCommunities #BoundlessPossibilities

April was JA British Columbia’s Volunteer Appreciation Month! I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our devoted JA volunteers. (This image is just a glimpse of our diverse volunteer community!) Your unwavering dedication opens doors of opportunity for youth across British Columbia. Whether in classrooms, at events, or in any other vital role, your commitment is priceless. Together, we can inspire others to join our mission and make a difference in the lives of B.C. youth. 🌟 #JAVolunteersRock #JABC #Gratitude