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An information and referral agency for people of all ages, although our main clientele tend to be between 14 and 30. We believe all people have a right to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) education and discussion of sexuality and family life, and that providing access to family planning services is an aid to responsible parenthood. We provide: * Information for Parents on How to Talk to Children/Teens * Pregnancy Testing - immediate results * Pregnancy Options Counselling * Private/Confidential Information * Community and School Presentations * SRH Training for Your Staff * Library of Educational Books, Videos, DVD's * Newsletters with Up-to-Date SRH Information. * Safer Sex Supplies - free and at reasonable prices We are youth-positive, sex-positive, GLBT-friendly, pro-choice, non-judgmental and respectful of client confidentiality. Donate a minimum of $10 to become a member of the SHCLC. Just let us know your name and contact information.

Heartspeak provides a platform to share your story & connect with others. Heartspeakers from all walks of life contribute and share stories that inspire (spanning ability, race, culture, socio-economic status, faith, age) and lessons learned. Heartspeak integrates topics confronting youth today—relationships, mental health, school life, transitions, mental health, addictions, safety, equity/inclusion, social justice (rights of children and youth), finding purpose, and navigating career paths. Heartspeak themes address Aboriginal issues, disabilities, homelessness, gender/sexual minorities (LGBTQI), racism, bullying/violence. Heartspeak learning resources/services bring greater understanding of the issues confronting youth today and provides a vehicle for educators/school staff (teachers, principals, superintendents); children & youth (grades 4-12/post-secondary);parents/families/siblings; community youth organizations’ to spark dialogue and share solutions.

Imagine an African village where a 14-year old girl stands proudly to advocate for human rights. Where she is safe from violence. Where she can go to school and become a woman before becoming a wife. Where she and her parents join a community-wide movement for health, democracy, and peace. Where together they are transforming the social and family networks that will shape her future. Good. Now imagine a few thousand more. Momentum is building across West Africa for a brighter future for girls and their communities. Tens of thousands of girls are now able to dream of a life free from violence and strive towards a future filled with knowledge, choice, and opportunity. Thousands of communities are making human dignity a reality. The next few years present a rare opportunity to transform the lives of 1.6 million people. Join our Generational Change in 3 Years campaign. Find out more at www.tostancanada.org or www.tostan.org.

Self-Help International (SHI) devotes its efforts to alleviating world hunger and poverty by providing opportunities to rural citizens that ultimately lead to self-reliance. Since its inception, Self-Help has served as a vessel; training, education, and opportunities are provided to rural citizens and whole communities in developing countries so that they can have better lives. MISSION STATEMENT: To alleviate hunger by helping people help themselves. SELF-HELP'S INITIATIVE Educate: We educate the people of the United States to understand the problems of life in developing countries particularly the awareness of the perpetual struggle by millions to produce and distribute food to battle persistent chronic hunger and poverty; we help tell their story Train: We train people in developing countries in the use of Quality Protein Maize (QPM). This increases crop yields and improves nutrition. We assist local farm families with planting, Improve: We improve infant and pre-school children's diets by administering an improved porridge feeding program. Made from QPM and pinches of barley malt, this combination has been proven to alleviate malnutrition, thwart sickness, and keep children in school so they can continue their education. Empower: We provide micro-credit loans for women to start small scale businesses. This availability of credit empowers women and increases their income - because they do not have access to traditional financing. Cooperate: We cooperate with other organizations and agencies in the introduction of appropriate farming practices or advancement in the battle against poverty and malnutrition.

The purpose of the NGO Committee on Sustainable Development-NY is to monitor, educate, support and influence the implementation of the commitments and agreements adopted by the United Nations that pertain to sustainable development as defined by the UN Conference on Environment and Development, the 1992 Rio Earth Summit, the MDGs, the SDGs, Rio+20 and Post-2015 Agenda for the Sustainable Development Agenda. We seek to be knowledgeable about sustainable development issues under discussion or expected to be discussed by the United Nations for the High Level Political Forum. We focus attention on education at all levels and promote the programs of the United Nations on 17 Sustainable Development Goals for the success of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, working closely with relevant UN commissions and agencies such as the United Nations Environment Programme and the Centre for Human Settlements (UN-Habitat), UNDP, UNDESA, UN Women, UNFPA, UNDPI and UNODA. Through our programs we promote and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and the dissemination of information on sustainable development issues with meetings, webinars and events for the our NGO community and the general public to raise awareness toward action plans and agendas. We work with Ambassadors and Permanent Missions to the United Nations, UN Agencies, members of civil society, academia which includes women, youth, people with disabilities, indigenous leaders, with people of all ages and regions, including members of the private sector and sustainable development experts in energy, health, water, climate change, protecting our oceans and infrastructure to bring about partnerships and collaborations that fosters innovative solutions for sustainable development, social impact initiatives and gender equality so we - “Leave No One Behind.”

Breast Cancer Action Montreal (BCAM) is a non-profit activist/advocacy group directed by women who have been sensitized to the trauma of breast cancer (affecting themselves or someone close to them) and who are committed — long-term — to erasing the disease. The focus of breast cancer research must move beyond its current emphasis on treatment to also embrace a serious search for the causes of the disease and its prevention. BCAM promotes and supports the adoption of the Precautionary Principle as a guideline for action. The Precautionary Principle is a safety-first premise that states that, when there are reasonable scientific grounds for believing a process or product may not be safe, even when cause-and-effect relationships are not fully understood, preventive action must be taken.

There are an estimated 57 million children around the world who do not attend primary school - more than half of these are girls. Basic literacy and numeracy are the fundamental tools that will enable girls and women, as well as boys and men, to take hold of their lives and develop solutions adapted to the needs of their communities and country. Research convincingly shows that programs directed to the education of girls are more effective than virtually any other community investment in the developing world. Basic quality education provides girls with access to health and nutrition information for themselves and their family - including helping to prevent the transmission of HIV/AIDS. It provides a safe place to grow as they learn. It gives them the knowledge to provide economic support to their family.

The Fresh Outlook Foundation (FOF) envisions a future in which people of all ages and from all sectors communicate and collaborate to make our communities more socially, culturally, environmentally, and economically sustainable. This is possible only when people talk with one another about important community issues, challenges, and opportunities. To that end, the Fresh Outlook Foundation’s passion is “building sustainABLE communities through conversations that inspire positive change.” FOF creates opportunities for those conversations to unfold at events such as the Building SustainAble Communities conference, REEL CHANGE SustainAbility Film Fest, ECO-BLAST Kids’ Camp & Concert, Thompson-Okanagan Climate Action Exchange, Breakfast of Champions, and Women 4 SustainAbility.

We work together with other Hope Story organizations in a multinational context to rescue orphaned and unprotected children and place them in safe, family-style homes where they can thrive in an atmosphere of acceptance, holistic care, and Christian love. In many places we also build schools and develop relevant community impact programs including outreach centers, medical clinics, care centers and our “Keeping Families Together” initiatives. In Canada, Hope Story is a gathering point for men, women and children who dream of long-term sustainable change in the life of another person as a practical, meaningful expression of the heart of God. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MISSION, VISION, AND PROGRAM VISIT OUR SITE AT https://www.hopestory.ca/

Created in 1999, the John Abbott College Foundation actively promotes philanthropy and encourages investment in our most valuable resource - our students. In partnership with an influential network of donors and our community of alumni, students and friends of the College, we are committed to helping young men and women bridge the gap between economic hardship and the realization of their academic dreams.Funds raised and managed by the Foundation allow us to create longer-term bursaries for students in need of financial assistance and scholarships that empower them to achieve academic excellence. It is this collaborative fusion of philanthropy, community, accessibility, technological advancement and social responsibility that forms the core of the Foundation. The John Abbott College Foundation is in the business of building a brighter future for our students, the leaders of tomorrow.

Holy Name of Mary College School is an independent, not-for-profit institution supported by St. Michael’s College School. We are committed to creating and fostering a distinctive learning context that encourages each of our students to strive for and achieve academic excellence. Our goals and objectives include: • Integrating Christian values and Catholic social teaching into the curriculum; • Establishing a supportive and caring school environment that fosters the gifts and growth of each student; • Creating a vibrant liturgical life that marks our Catholic culture and commitment; • Providing rich learning experiences that contribute to the development of character and Catholic leadership in each of our students; • Preparing our young women to meet the challenges of lifelong learning—personally, spiritually, and professionally; • Working in partnership with each family.

Southern Africa Embrace (SAE)Foundation is an International Charitable Organization founded in 2010 in Toronto, Canada. SAE Foundation is committed to advocating, supporting and promoting the wellbeing of marginalized women and children/orphans (0-16yrs) in the Southern African countries of Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland, Republic of South Africa and Zimbabwe. It is the hope of SAE Foundation to sponsor and work in collaboration with selected clinics, shelters, educational organizations, orphanages, religious organizations, NGO's, individuals and corporate firms to advance its mission. SAE Foundation believes in equality for all regardless of sex, religion, ethnicity, status, age and educational background. The organization is founded and stands firm on the principles of equality for all, compassion, love, dignity, care and respect for each life/persons