Youth Skill Development

Discover Youth Training & Skill Development with BGC London

We bring in-demand training opportunities to the community!

Check out our Youth Training Programs & Initiatives - Uniquely designed to provide youth with the opportunities to succeed

  • Empower U offers customizable workshops, training, and certifications to equip youth with in-demand skills for employment, volunteering, and life. The program aligns with Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) requirements and is an approved vendor for TVDSB & LDCSB.

    - In-demand Workshops & Certifications
    - Hands-On & In-Person Skill Building
    - High Quality Service & Training - Customizable Content & Delivery
    - SHSM Program Alignment

    Learn more about Empower U

  • BGC London’s SHSM Spark Symposium is a one-day event designed to help students earn 4 SHSM program requirements through hands-on skill-building, networking, and industry collaboration.

    - Earn 4 SHSM Program Requirements
    - Engaging & Integrated Skill Building
    - Industry & Community Networking - Post-Secondary & Career Exploration
    - Fall & Spring Symposiums

    Learn more about SHSM Spark Symposium

  • BGC London is a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, delivering First Aid & Safety Education across London and nearby rural communities (Ilderton, Dorchester, Thorndale).

    Available Courses:
    ✅ First Aid & CPR C Certification (for Youth & Young Workers 14+)
    ✅ Babysitter & Youth Leadership (for Youth 11-14)
    ✅ Stay Safe (for Youth 9-12)

    - First Aid & CPR Certification for Youth 14+
    - Hands On Activities, Context & Application
    - Flexible Delivery Models, On & Off-Site
    - Can be combined with other Empower U Workshops & Trainings
    - Stay Safe & Babysitter Course for Youth < 14

    To learn more about our Canadian Red Cross Training Programs, please write to training@bgclondon.ca

For more information, please reach out to training@bgclondon.ca

Choose your own (early employment) adventure at BGC!

Calling all youth entering Grade 9 to Grade 12 (ages 13-18) who are at the start of their early employment adventures!

Earn your mandatory community service hours for secondary school graduation this summer with our program! Choose to attend all sessions for the full forty hours or select those that interest you. Explore community issues, engage with organizations, and make a difference! Spend half your time learning and the rest taking action through community projects and supporting children at the BGC London Day Camp. Fulfill graduation requirements, learn about your community, and acquire new skills.

London Youth Action Team

This program is designed to empower youth in their path to leadership and in preparation for the careers.

This free program is running from October 2024 to June 2025. Check out the details, schedule, and online registration.

Topics covered include:

  • Youth Homelessness

  • Animal Welfare

  • Truth and Reconciliation

  • Anti-Bullying Awareness

  • Environment and Climate Change

  • Mental Health

  • Social Media Safety

  • Inclusivity (racial, gender, identity, LGBTQ2S+, cultural)

  • Child Welfare

Volunteer

The first step in your adventure is to register to become a BGC volunteer. Once we receive your application, we will be in touch to schedule an orientation and share information about the upcoming placement and training opportunities!

Contact us if you have any questions, we’d love to hear from you! Email us or call 519-434-9114.