Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada releases new survey that shows 83% of Canadian youth feel they can make a difference in the world when loved and supported by family and friends
Ottawa ON – May 23rd, 2013 – Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada (BGCC) today released a unique survey where Canadian youth as young as 8 years old answered the question “what makes you feel confident?” For the 83% of Canadian youth who feel they can make a difference in the world and their communities, the survey revealed that the key driver of their confidence is the support and love of family, friends and adult mentors.

The survey, conducted by international research consultancy GlobeScan and shaped by young people themselves, found that adults – be they parents, family, teachers, mentors or role models – play a key role in helping youth feel confident and good about themselves through encouragement, support, guidance and love.

This survey was one of the most comprehensive of its kind ever conducted in...