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Established in 2001, Urban Academy was born out of a desire to educate students in a way that will allow them to be engaged, motivated and excited about learning. Our arts-infused approach to learning helps each student make a deeper connection to subjects like language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. We also believe that we need to focus on the growth of the child in their entirety. Our commitment to academic excellence is enhanced by our focus on social, emotional learning and equipping each child to be a successful, interesting, contributor to the world. Urban Academy’s teachers are the foundation for our continued growth and success. The collaboration they have with one another and genuine interest in the students fostered by small class sizes, allows for a warm and caring environment of learning.

The Wye Marsh is a registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to connecting people to nature and promoting an understanding of the vital role wetlands play in the environment. Year-round educational and recreational programs for all ages and interests in both official languages are designed to kindle the appreciation and enjoyment of this unique wildlife habitat. You can become a Wye Marsh supporter though many different ways: Adopt a Swan, Adopt a Wild Bird, or Adopt a Bird of Prey. Or become a monthly donor, a simple and affordable way to make a significant gift. You can acknowledge a friend or loved one through tribute donations with naming opportunities on benches, trees, bird feeders or a plank on the boardwalk. For more information please see our website at www.wyemarsh.com. Thank you for supporting Wye Marsh!

King Township Public Library operates four branches serving the community of the Township of King. Located in King City, Nobleton, Schomberg, and Ansnorveldt, the Library offers a collection of over 75,000 print and AV items, as well as a vast digital collection. Our strategic goals include: 1. The Library will be a destination of choice for the community offering comfortable, vibrant and creative spaces which are fully accessible. 2. The Library will revitalize its collections, programs and services in response to the evolving needs of our growing community. 3. The Library will continue to foster a dynamic culture of innovation, employing existing and emerging technologies to connect our users to both the world within and beyond our walls. 4. The Library will be recognized and valued as an essential service by community stakeholders and residents.

Milton Community Resource Centre (MCRC) is a not-for-profit, multi-service organization that provides services to children and families of Milton and the surrounding communities. Through our Ontario Early Years Centre and our Family Resource programs we provide early learning programs for children, their parents and caregivers at minimal or no cost to participants. MCRC's parent resource library offers a variety of resources and workshops including access to our parent educators. Through our Licensed Child Care programs, MCRC provides quality early learning and care at an affordable cost and subsidy is available for eligible families. Collaboratively with Halton Region Children Services, MCRC operates The Halton Resource Connection, which provides training, support and resources to parents, caregivers, individuals and organizations working with children and youth.

Incorporated in 1995 and operated by dedicated arts professionals, LAC is the resource for London's arts community, residents, visitors and tourists. Arts related services and programs: - One of the City’s most exciting investments in the arts LondonArts.ca - Administer the City of London's Community Arts Investment Program (Category 2) - Administer selection of the Mayor’s New Year's Honours List - Arts Award - Member of the Urban Design Awards adjudication team - Volunteer referrals - Public Art - policy development - Administration of numerous Creative City Task Force Recommendations - Assist the Chief Administrative Office – Culture Office and other areas of the Administration - Assist artists and organizations with grant applications, career development, information dissemination and community connections - Information for the arts and general community on funding possibilities - speakers from foundations and other funding bodies

The Business & Education Partnership of Waterloo Region bridges the gap between school and work through a variety of programs for students in Grades 7 - 12 to help them explore careers, gain meaningful professional connections, and learn valuable job skills. Linking business and education is a proven method for increasing community capacity. Through its partnership successes, the Business & Education Partnership strengthens community partnerships and creates community leaders. We encourage businesses to become involved in the lives of students and take an active role in the shaping of their future workforce. Programs available - Speakers Bureau, Business Visitation, Science Superheroes. Annual Events - First Time, Full Time - School to Work Conference, Leading Edge Youth Entrepreneurship Conference. A community partner of Communitech: Waterloo Region Technology Association.

Ashoka is the global association of the world’s leading social entrepreneurs – individuals with system-changing solutions for the world’s most urgent social problems. We are redefining the global citizen sector by creating a system of collaborative entrepreneurship. Connecting the work of individual social entrepreneurs to business, academic and public sector partners, we create a network effect driving the sector forward and developing new solutions to global problems. To date, we have elected more than 3,000 leading social entrepreneurs as Ashoka Fellows,across more than 72 countries. Across Canada, we have elected 49 Fellows since 2002. By working with our network, we have identified the key principles of transformation. We are working with business entrepreneurs, corporations, government agencies and universities to create a new reality.

What did you want to experience or explore when you were a youth? Did you want to be a Arborist or Geology Technical Assistant or an Interactive Media Developer? We know that like times of the past, most youth do not know what opportunities exist today or will exist in the future. We help them explore the possibilities. How? Working with our community partners we; Promote and facilitate in-depth knowledge and career connections for Ontario youth. Help students gain important skills on the job with working with or learning from actual employers. Gain workplace experience that enable students to refine, extend and practice sector-specific knowledge and skills to enable them to be workplace ready benefiting both the student and the employer and ultimately the Ontario economy.

Leadership Edmonton continues to serve as a growing, permanent community asset, built and guided by volunteers and financial supporters alike. Leadership Edmonton's founding members are The Edmonton Community Foundation, Enbride Pipelines Inc. MacEwan, and the United Way of Alberta and Capital Region. A unique leadership development program that brings together current and emerging leaders from all sectors of our community and creates opportunities for them to expand their leadership potential. Program participants explore leadership as it relates to leading edge human, social and cultural development in Edmonton-and the rest of the world. They learn how to connect local communities and initiatives to the global context and the human situation. In doing so, they become better prepared to meet the challenges of their own personal leadership journey, and to make significant contributions in the various communities they serve.

Parents as Teachers (PAT) works with parents to provide them with support and information on their developing child and to foster stong, nurturing relationships. Through regular personal home visits, parent group meetings, developmental screenings and connection to community resources the program: - increases parent knowledge of early childhood development and improves parenting practices - provides early detection of developmental delays and health issues - increases children's school readiness and school success - prevents child abuse and neglect The core values of the PAT model are that: - parents are their children's first and most influential teachers - the early years of a child's life are critical for optimal development and provide the foundation for success in school and life - research should be the foundation of parent education and family support services - an understanding and appreciation of the history and traditions of diverse cultures is essential

Bouge de là is one of the rare professional dance companies in Canada that is dedicated entirely to young audiences. Founded in 2000 under the artistic direction of Hélène Langevin, Bouge de là presents contemporary dance performances that draw upon a variety of disciplines: video, theatre, shadow play, etc. The company’s varied and playful creations appeal to children’s curiosity and usher them into a world of emotions that stimulate the imagination. Wanting to share the pleasures of movement with young people, the company has also developed an educational program that is directly connected to its shows for young audiences. The company’s repertoire comprises five creations: La Tribu Hurluberlu(2000), Like the 5 Fingers on your Hand (2003), SSHH!!(2006), Old Thomas and the Little Fairy (2008)and The Studio(2010).

Be the Change Earth Alliance is a Canadian charitable organization that brings sustainability education programs to schools and communities to create environmental and social change. Our programs empower people of all ages to connect, understand and actively respond to the sustainability challenges facing our planet. Your donations will be supporting STUDENT LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY, an innovative program that provides teachers and students with a groundbreaking educational curriculum for environmental sustainability, global citizenship, and youth empowerment. The 4,000 students currently using SLS are creating local solutions to global sustainability issues and your donations will help us bring SLS to more schools! A donation of $5 dollars will bring Student Leadership in Sustainability to a student. A donation of $100 will bring Student Leadership in Sustainability to a whole classroom. A donation of $250 will bring Student Leadership in Sustainability to an entire grade.