Youth to build life skills and further their education through exciting new initiative
More young Canadians will have access to higher education and skills thanks to an exciting new partnership between Maple Lodge Farms and Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada.
The ‘From the Lodge to the Clubs’ initiative will award educational scholarships to 10 Boys and Girls Club members to enable their pursuit of full-time post-secondary study in the hospitality, culinary and health and fitness sectors at accredited colleges or universities in Canada.
In addition, 10 Boys and Girls Clubs will receive a grant to support programs that allow young people to access food and culinary skills training including cooking classes, safe food handling sessions and instruction from local chefs.
The ‘From the Lodge to the Clubs’ program enables more young people to further their studies beyond high school and will teach other Club members essential life skills like cooking, food preparation and nutrition,” Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada President and CEO, Pam Jolliffe, said.
“For young people, accessing post-secondary education and gaining skills for employment are important steps in their transition to adulthood and achieving their goals. Through the generous support of Maple Lodge Farms, young Canadians are able to pursue their dreams and reach their full potential.”
Maple Lodge Farms Senior Marketing Manager, Luana Guglielmi, said the company was thrilled to partner with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada to increase opportunities for young Canadians.
“As a family-owned and operated company, Maple Lodge Farms takes pride in actively supporting our surrounding communities. Partnerships such as this allow us to make a significant difference in people’s lives,” Guglielmi said.
“That‘s why we’re excited to partner with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada; to support programs that will provide children and youth with essential life skills and the chance to realize their dreams of obtaining a post-secondary education.”
Media Contact:
Travis Parnaby, Senior Communications Specialist, Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, 905-477-7272 ext.270, tparnaby@bgcan.com
About Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada is a leading charitable organization providing after school programs that support the physical, educational and social development of children, youth and their families each year. Boys and Girls Clubs have been helping young Canadians to discover, develop and achieve their potential for over 110 years. To learn more, visit www.bgccan.com
About Maple Lodge Farms
Settled by the May family back in 1834, Maple Lodge Farms’ headquarters still stands on the original property where several consecutive generations have farmed and raised livestock. Still owned by the May Family, Maple Lodge Farms is now Canada’s largest poultry processor. Their products are marketed across Canada under the Maple Lodge Farms, Zabiha Halal and May Family Farms brands, and are sold in all major grocery retailers across Canada. Maple Lodge Farms is one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Find out more at www.maplelodgefarms.com