skill development
BTC Be the Change
Serving Peel Region and the G.T.A and offering services virtually!
Programs
Black Girls rock
2
Pathways to post sec
3
UPCOMING EVENTS…
About Us
since 2020
The organization originated in 2020 to support the needs of youth
through the COVID pandemic. BTC has provided virtual services for Black
girls across the GTA to develop their sense of identity, self esteem, and
inform educational pathways and planning
As, BTC Be the Change is still in its early stages, the organization has
secured trusteeship from Experience Life Community Services to build
capacity in service delivery
Mission
Our Mission
Youth have access to skill development services that will enhance their existing position in life in a safe, inclusive environment
Vision
Our Vision
Barrier free access to services for youth and families of the African, Caribbean, Black (ACB) community to enhance skills and provide an equitable future
Our Services
for youth & families
All of our services are provided by highly qualified professionals from a holistic, anti-Black racism, client-centered, strengths-based approach
High School System Navigation
College Pathways, Apprenticeship & More
Soft Skills Development
Referrals to Community Resources
Black Girls Rock
Created out of the need to connect during the COVID-19 pandemic, the weekly workshops build the identity, self-esteem, soft skills and knowledge of educational pathways for young Black girls across the GTA
Pathways to Post-Sec
The program supports Black parents and families of youth 13-21 navigate pathways regarding high school & post secondary education. BTC will primarily engage with Black families who are unaware of their options as it pertains to post secondary education and with Black families who express the need for assistance in understanding the education system and the secondary school applications process
Upcoming Events
Free Ladies Paint Night – Wednesday, March 22 7:00pm-10:00pm
Facilitated by Lesley Hamilton of Purple Palette
Register HERE
Updates & Resources
- BounceBackOntario- online resource for counselling and
workbook https://bouncebackontario.ca/ - ONE Link https://one-link.ca/
- Ontario Telemedical Network- online resource https://otn.ca/
- Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-000
- Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 or texting
CONNECT to 686868 - New Path Youth & Family Services www.newpath.ca
- 211 – call 2-1-1 or text 21166 (M-F 7am – 9pm)
finding supports in the community such as food banks, housing and more. - Simcoe Public Health Up-to-date Covid-19 information for Simcoe County www.simcoemuskokahealth.org
- Distress Centres of Greater Toronto – (416-408-4357 or text 45645) 24/7 support, 365
days a year, for individuals in crisis - Assaulted Women’s Helpline – (1-866-863-0511 or text #SAFE (#7233) on Bell,
Rogers, Fido or Telus). Free, anonymous & confidential 24-hour helpline for
women in Ontario experiencing any form of abuse. - Black Youth Helpline www.blackyouth.ca
Get Involved!
Fill out the form to register for a program, inquire about volunteer opportunities, such as guest speaking engagements, or to donate.