Interested in a career working with children and youth? The Youth Recreation Activity Worker (YRAW) Program is a great way to build experience, learn new skills, and make a real impact in your community. A full-time 9-month certificate program open to ages 18-29.

BGC Winnipeg is excited to support current or former Club members pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training for the 2026-2027 school year. Learn more and apply at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/.../scholars... Applications due April 30th, 2026

Important Tournament Update! Sunday Girls Division has changed: Previously: 13-14 Girls Now: 11-12 Girls New Registration deadline is April 15, 2026 Registration for the Boys Divisions is now closed - All slots have been filled For more information or to register, email [email protected]

So many incredible artists got their start on the Young Performers stage and you could be next! Applications close soon for the 2026 Young Performers Program. Work with mentors, build your skills, and perform at Folk Fest. Apply today:

Save the date! Celebrated annually on May 10, Bear Witness Day honours Jordan River Anderson and invites people of all ages to "Bear Witness" to ensure Jordan's Principle, a child-first principle and legal rule, is fully implemented 🩵 Learn more: https://fncaringsociety.com/bear-witness-day

Big news at BGC Winnipeg! We are pleased to announce the appointment of Noëlle DePape as our incoming President & CEO beginning in summer 2026. Noëlle brings a strong passion for community and a deep commitment to supporting children and youth. www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...

Youth unemployment in Canada is back near recession levels — and the long-term fallout is real. Supports aren’t keeping pace with mental health needs, employer expectations, or the realities young people face. 🔗 bit.ly/4lYGqD1

Join us on First Friday, April 3, from 4 to 9 pm for special First Friday programming! Enjoy FREE general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket required. Explore April 3 First Friday programming: https://vrl.link/3I

Manitoba offering free fishing, provincial park access during spring break

Huge Congratulations to our Sister Mac 15-17 Girls Basketball Team for placing second in their division! They played incredibly hard in the finals and we are so proud of their effort and determination.

Need a new car 🚗 …or maybe some extra $$$ in your pocket? 💰 Check out KIN KAR 2026 and the June 50/50 Raffle. When you purchase your ticket, you can choose BGC Winnipeg as your charity of choice — and a portion of the proceeds will support local kids and youth! www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/kinsm...

Join us on Friday, March 6, from 4 pm to 9 pm for special First Friday programming! Enjoy FREE general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket is required. Explore March 6 First Friday programming: https://vrl.link/2A

🌱Come out on March 16th to support the West End Resource Centre - this Seed Starting Workshop is part of the ongoing Climate Safe, Green City project. 🌱See you there!

The Spirit Bear Award is open for submissions! This year, 3 awards of $500 will be given to groups of young people who demonstrate their commitment to reconciliation & the TRC Calls to Action. Apply by April 30, 2026! https://www.fncaringsociety.com/awards-scholarships/spirit-bear-award

Kids across our Clubs got creative and crafty spreading kindness and showing their support for #PinkShirtDay last week!💗

🍎 Help Feed Our Kids This Summer! 🍎 We’re looking for Site Cooks and Food Coordinators to join our CSI Summer Learning Enrichment Program! Your role will be key in providing healthy, delicious meals to keep our youth energized and ready to learn, play, and grow. www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

February was full of learning, creativity, and celebration across our Clubs as youth honoured Black History Month 🖤✨ Through peer discussions, field trips, art, food, and educational videos, kids explored Black history and culture in meaningful, hands-on ways.

TORONTO – An organization that campaigns to end child poverty says a growing number of children are living in households that struggle to pay bills and buy food.

Last year, BGC Winnipeg gave out over $70,000 in bursaries to 29 very deserving individuals! 📖 Read about Angel’s journey from Club member to campus here: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/about/our-im...

"The need and opportunity are apparent, and we know what it takes to give youth a better chance at success. After-school programs can make schools “stickier,” resulting in less absenteeism and better academic results." www.winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/anal...

🔥 Hot Sauce – Summer in the City 🔥 Tickets are now available for one of Winnipeg’s most fun and flavourful nights in support of kids! Enjoy great food. Share big laughs. Make an even bigger impact. Get your tickets today! www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/events/hot-s...

Kids need a third place. A place beyond home and school. Fun helps kids grow & learn. It helps them feel there's a place just for them. With your help, BGC can help kids find a mentor, a caring adult, a meal, a place to play & to have fun. #1ThirdPlaceForKids www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

🏅 Olympic spirit at Sister MacNamara Club!🏅 Our Power Up kids took inspiration from the Olympics and created their very own flags to represent their teams! We love seeing their creativity and teamwork shine through fun learning activities like this.

Have a Heart Day is underway! Join in by sending a Valentine card to elected officials in your area to say First Nations children deserve a fair chance to grow up safely at home, be healthy, get a good education and be proud of who they are❤️

BGC Winnipeg celebrates bursary recipients www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communit...

BGC Winnipeg held its annual bursary celebration event to commemorate the achievements of the young recipients of awards for the 2025-26 school year — Club members who will now go on to pursue post-secondary studies with the support of additional funds. www.winnipegfreepress.com/our-communit...

Nobody should have to struggle alone. That’s why help is right at your fingertips with #211Manitoba. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7 from anywhere in Manitoba! Learn more at mb.211.ca

This I Love to Read Month, let’s come together. ❤️📚 Starting tomorrow (Feb. 11), the LRSD community is invited to support students in Berens River following the devastating loss of their school to fire. Book donations are being accepted at all LRSD school libraries.

Art City has issued a callout to creatives of all kinds for paintings and other flat artworks to show solidarity with residents of Minneapolis.

BGC Winnipeg is honoured to be one of the benefiting charities of this year’s Winnipeg Kinsmen KinKar Raffle. Purchase your tickets today in support of BGC Winnipeg. www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/kinsm... Every ticket helps ensure children & youth have access to free, quality after-school programming.

⏰ Applications close Sunday, February 8! We’re hiring a Community Impact Coordinator at BGC Winnipeg – someone creative, organized, and passionate about making a difference for children and youth. Apply today: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

Have a Heart Day is more than a one-day event! The purpose of Have a Heart Day is to stand with First Nations young people to ensure that all children can grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy and proud of who they are ❤️ https://fncaringsociety.com/events/have-heart-day

NOW HIRING: CSI Classroom Assistants - High School Student Summer Opportunity Looking for a fun, hands-on summer job working with kids? Join our team as a CSI Classroom Assistant! Learn more at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

Applications for the CEO position at BGC Winnipeg close Saturday, January 31. Don’t miss the chance to help shape the future of our Clubs and community. www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

We're excited to celebrate Black History with Black History Manitoba on February 6! We'll be joined by Black-owned businesses, Black-led organizations, and Black History Manitoba supporters for a FREE evening of entertainment, a marketplace, and pop-up booths. Learn more: https://ow.ly/ogBJ50Y44hv

Last night, we proudly hosted a special evening to honour our 2025 bursary recipients, inspiring young people pursuing post-secondary education with the support of their community. #OpportunityChangesEverything

Giving back while learning valuable life skills! 💙 Our Freight House Explore program participants went shopping for items to create care kits to be donated to the United Way. We’re so proud of their thoughtfulness and teamwork!

Bringing Clubs together is always a sweet success! 💙 Our Brooklands Club kids took a field trip to the Gilbert Park Club, where they had a blast making hot chocolate together. 🔥🍫 It was a great opportunity to connect, make new friends, and enjoy a cozy treat! #OpportunityChangesEverything

📣 Now Hiring: Community Impact Coordinator We’re looking for a Community Impact Coordinator who believes in the power of storytelling to create change. 👉 Learn more and apply: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

Thank you to Aerynn for leading safeTALK training for BGC Winnipeg staff today 💙 We’re grateful for this important learning opportunity and for the commitment of our staff to creating safer, more supportive spaces for youth and our community.

Our first skating session at the Freight House ice rink didn’t go quite as planned when we couldn’t access the skates, but we pivoted to hockey instead and the kids still had an amazing time! 🏒 They’re excited to get back on the ice soon! ⛸️❄️ #OpportunityChangesEverything

Winnipeg Kinsmen proudly presents the KIN KAR 2026 Car Raffle in support of local charities, including BGC Winnipeg! www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...

We were happy to host the Recreation and Parks Association of Nunavut in Winnipeg for staff training last week! It was a pleasure learning together and strengthening connections across communities.

There is one more week to take full advantage of the Canada Strong Pass this holiday season! Until January 15, 2026, all children 0-17 enjoy FREE admission, and young adults aged 18-24 receive a 50% DISCOUNT on admission. Plan your visit: https://ow.ly/FH4w50XHESS

🌟 We’re Hiring – President & Chief Executive Officer! 🌟 BGC Winnipeg is looking for a committed and forward-thinking leader to guide our organization into its next chapter. Read the full job posting and apply: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

Free visits and drop-in activities Saturdays at Living Prairie Museum! This week: Animals in Winter. Visit us anytime 11am-4pm. Jan 10 – Animals in Winter Jan 17 – Free Snowshoe Rentals Jan 24 – Wild Dogs of Manitoba Jan 31 – Free Snowshoe Rentals #winnipeg Pic: Marko Kivela

🍃 New Year, New Club! 🍃 Our BGC Winnipeg Clubs spent time reflecting and planning for the year ahead. 💚 Green leaves – something I love about Club 💛 Yellow leaves – something I want to learn at Club 🧡 Orange leaves – something I want to do at Club We can’t wait to see these ideas come to life!

📣 Now Hiring: CSI Instructors! Love working with kids? CSI Instructors support children in grades 1–6 through fun, hands-on classroom and community-based activities. Apply today and make a difference this summer! 🌟 www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...

You Made an Impact in 2025. Because of you, youth found mentors, families accessed critical programs, and futures were brightened. These life-changing moments start with you. Thank you to our 2025 donors. ❤️ #OpportunityChangesEverything

Norquay Club’s Explore youth had a blast at a Manitoba Moose game! 🏒🎉 A huge thank you to our generous donors who have gifted us tickets in 2025 - your support makes opportunities like this possible for our members. 💙