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Columbus House was formed in 1988, after a group of local businessmen and educators became concerned with students who were having difficulties living at home, but who had no other living options. Out of these discussions, Columbus House, a residential housing program for youth, was born. Supported and sponsored, in part, by the local Knights of Columbus, Columbus House allows youth the opportunity to pursue their education while learning independent living skills in a structured, supportive and safe environment. Columbus House opened its doors to young women in 1990, and to young men in November of that same year. To better serve the diverse needs of today's youth, the Young Parent Support Program (YPSP) was introduced in 1999, and continues to offer young mothers the opportunity to complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) while their children are engaged in developmental programming on-site. Young families in rural areas are supported through outreach.

Twenty years ago, Zareinu started from the hearts of a few who saw a need to help children with a wide range of developmental challenges. The goal was to provide special chidlren with the vital therapies and treatments combined with an adapted education rich in Jewish teachings and traditions. Today, Zareinu has an excellent reputation as the only Centre of its kind in Ontario - a place where children receive all the supports they need under one roof.

The OSA is a key contributor to the culturally rich, diverse and vibrant community of the National Capital Region. As a non-profit, charitable organization, the school offers a full range of specialized art courses for all ages. In addition to general art courses, the OSA offers three pre-professional programs: a one-year Portfolio Development Certificate, a one-year Contemporary Crafts Certificate, and a three-year Fine Arts Diploma. The OSA’s fully accessible building gets a lot of use; having grown from 3 to 7 core programs within 20 years, and as a result offering employment to 60 instructors who teach over 80 courses in various media. In addition, the 2 gallery spaces and boutique host over 15 events each year. Open seven (7) days a week, the school is constantly full of activity and continues to advance its services.

International Teams specializes in the placement of highly-motivated Christians in key ministry opportunities (both short-term and long term) around the world, working in tandem with local churches to make Jesus Christ known and to see lives transformed by the power of God.

Founded in 1985, AboutFace promotes and enhances mental and emotional well-being of individuals with facial differences and their families through peer and social support, information, educational and experiential programs, and public awareness. We serve children, adults and families affected by facial differences both congenital and acquired; health care, social service, and dental professionals; and educators across Canada and around the world. We invite you to join our community of support! Key AboutFace Programs and Services Include: -Newborn CARES Program - Facing It Together -Camp Trailblazers for Youth ages 10 to 18 -Adult and Parent Monthly Support Telephone Workshop Series -Peer Support, Networking & Connections -Adult Retreat for affected individuals 24 years old and older -Elementary School Programs to help educators teach about differences, acceptance with openness and respect -Leadership & Life Skills Retreat for young adults ages 19 to 24

The BC Sports Hall of Fame is a non profit organization dedicated to inspiring excellence through the stories of British Columbia's sports heroes. The inspiration for the Hall is its honoured members and the collection of artifacts and stories of their challenges and triumphs from over 100 years. We inspire, educate and entertain through our educational programs, entitled the Hero In You. On line lesson plans provide teachers from grades 3 to 7 with curriculum-based content to teach students to set goals, develop a personal plan and puruse their dreams through inspirational stories of our Honoured Members. Field trips provide students and community groups with interactive, experiential tours of our galleries, including the Rick Hansen, Terry Fox, Greg Moore and Olympic Inspiration Galleries. Our On the Road teams share the stories of our heroes and our collection with communities and schools across the province, currently reaching 92% of the school districts in BC.

Check our website: www.shakespeareinaction.org

The Lethbridge HIV Connection is a non-profit registered charitable organization registered under the Societies Act of Alberta. We are a volunteer driven, community based organization. Our services primarily consist of Client Services: support, education and advocacy for individuals, friends and families living with or affected by HIV or Hepatitis C; Community Development: public awareness, partnership development and forming/changing public policies affecting persons living with HIV/Hep C; and Harm Reduction: with the Community Harm Reduction Network, the Chinook Health Region and several pharmacies, we work to provide collaborative population health approaches to the delivery of Harm Reduction services within the Chinook Health Region.

Established in 1981, Exultate has been nationally recognized for its sensitive, precise and seamless performances of a broad range of challenging, chamber choir repertoire. Exultate presents a subscription concert series and performs at festivals and with other choirs. With a strong commitment to the development of choral music and the choral community, Exultate supports the development of young singers and conductors and promotes the development of new choral compositions by Canadian composers. Exultate has a strong tradition of top level choral leadership. Established in 1981 by founding artistic director John Tuttle, who led the choir for its first 30 years, the choir has also been directed by Dr. Karen Grylls while she was visiting from New Zealand, and is now under the direction of Dr. Hilary Apfelstadt, who is also head of choral activities at the University of Toronto.

Established in 1991, the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc. (IRCOM) is a not-for-profit agency that offers a host of services to newcomer families, including post-initial settlement, transitional housing, education and recreation programs for children, youth and adults, English as a Second Language tutoring, referrals, and community-based crime prevention. IRCOM operates out of a five-story apartment building in downtown Winnipeg called IRCOM House.

Opera Atelier is a world leader in the rediscovery and revitalization of period opera and ballet, particularly works from the Baroque era. Through their historically informed productions, Founding Co-Artistic Directors Marshall Pynkoski and Jeannette Lajeunesse Zingg seek to provide a thrilling theatrical experience for modern audiences. OA's productions are performed with Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra on period instruments, and incorporate music, dance and theatrical staging with strong production values. Based in downtown Toronto, OA produces twice a year at the historic Elgin Theatre in the heart of the city’s theatre district. The company is also in high demand internationally, and tours extensively in support of its mandate. OA is dedicated to the education of youth and young artists, and offers a robust slate of education, enrichment and outreach opportunities that engage and educate new and existing audience members of all ages, particularly youth.

Mediation Services is a leader in conflict resolution and restorative justice. When people are in conflict, we help explore positive outcomes through our three core programs: Community Resolution Centre: for individuals and communities in conflict -- with a neighbour, a family member, or somebody else. Restorative Action Centre: For victims and offenders in criminal cases -- when one person has committed a crime against another. Resolution Skills Centre: for individuals and workplaces to develop skills in mediation, conflict resolution and leadership.