BGC Winnipeg
@bgcwinnipeg.bsky.social
BGC Winnipeg provides free, quality after-school programs to children and youth ages 6-18.
Join us at Southwood Circle for a festive family afternoon!
On Dec 13 from 12-4 pm, enjoy FREE hay rides provided by A Maze In Corn, FREE hot beverages from PERK Coffee Bar, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. Parking is free all day.
(Donations for BGC Winnipeg appreciated)
On Dec 13 from 12-4 pm, enjoy FREE hay rides provided by A Maze In Corn, FREE hot beverages from PERK Coffee Bar, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. Parking is free all day.
(Donations for BGC Winnipeg appreciated)
November 27, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Join us at Southwood Circle for a festive family afternoon!
On Dec 13 from 12-4 pm, enjoy FREE hay rides provided by A Maze In Corn, FREE hot beverages from PERK Coffee Bar, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. Parking is free all day.
(Donations for BGC Winnipeg appreciated)
On Dec 13 from 12-4 pm, enjoy FREE hay rides provided by A Maze In Corn, FREE hot beverages from PERK Coffee Bar, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. Parking is free all day.
(Donations for BGC Winnipeg appreciated)
Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss our signature culinary celebration in support of BGC Winnipeg! Next year’s 100 Mile Dinner+ will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at the RBC Convention Center.
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/events/100-m...
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/events/100-m...
November 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Mark your calendars — you won’t want to miss our signature culinary celebration in support of BGC Winnipeg! Next year’s 100 Mile Dinner+ will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at the RBC Convention Center.
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/events/100-m...
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/events/100-m...
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The City has launched a fun new initiative: students are invited to help name the city’s snow-clearing fleet! ❄️🚜
Classrooms can submit names, and the winning class will enjoy a pizza party at City Hall with Mayor Gillingham.
Learn more and get involved: https://engage.winnipeg.ca/namethatplow
Classrooms can submit names, and the winning class will enjoy a pizza party at City Hall with Mayor Gillingham.
Learn more and get involved: https://engage.winnipeg.ca/namethatplow
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The City has launched a fun new initiative: students are invited to help name the city’s snow-clearing fleet! ❄️🚜
Classrooms can submit names, and the winning class will enjoy a pizza party at City Hall with Mayor Gillingham.
Learn more and get involved: https://engage.winnipeg.ca/namethatplow
Classrooms can submit names, and the winning class will enjoy a pizza party at City Hall with Mayor Gillingham.
Learn more and get involved: https://engage.winnipeg.ca/namethatplow
After 15 years of dedicated leadership, Ron Brown, President and CEO of BGC Winnipeg, has announced his retirement effective June 2026.
Thank you, Coach, for your direction, mentorship, and heart.💚
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...
Thank you, Coach, for your direction, mentorship, and heart.💚
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...
November 25, 2025 at 2:05 PM
After 15 years of dedicated leadership, Ron Brown, President and CEO of BGC Winnipeg, has announced his retirement effective June 2026.
Thank you, Coach, for your direction, mentorship, and heart.💚
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...
Thank you, Coach, for your direction, mentorship, and heart.💚
www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/news/article...
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New! Nello Altomare Award for Excellence in School Nutrition
is a new category in the 2025/26 Excellence in Ed Awards. In honour of the late Min. Nello Altomare, this award recognizes leadership & creativity in universal school nutrition programs.
Nominate by Dec 4: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/excellen...
is a new category in the 2025/26 Excellence in Ed Awards. In honour of the late Min. Nello Altomare, this award recognizes leadership & creativity in universal school nutrition programs.
Nominate by Dec 4: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/excellen...
November 20, 2025 at 5:39 PM
New! Nello Altomare Award for Excellence in School Nutrition
is a new category in the 2025/26 Excellence in Ed Awards. In honour of the late Min. Nello Altomare, this award recognizes leadership & creativity in universal school nutrition programs.
Nominate by Dec 4: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/excellen...
is a new category in the 2025/26 Excellence in Ed Awards. In honour of the late Min. Nello Altomare, this award recognizes leadership & creativity in universal school nutrition programs.
Nominate by Dec 4: www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/excellen...
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Today's kids news:
Harvest Manitoba expands its' snack kits to more schools and communities, ensuring Manitoban kids have accessible, healthy food to take home from school each weekend.
Side note: my own kids school is part of the program. It's awesome.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Harvest Manitoba expands its' snack kits to more schools and communities, ensuring Manitoban kids have accessible, healthy food to take home from school each weekend.
Side note: my own kids school is part of the program. It's awesome.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Harvest Manitoba expands weekend snack program in province
Thousands more children will get nutritious snacks to eat on weekends thanks to Harvest Manitoba.
www.winnipegfreepress.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Today's kids news:
Harvest Manitoba expands its' snack kits to more schools and communities, ensuring Manitoban kids have accessible, healthy food to take home from school each weekend.
Side note: my own kids school is part of the program. It's awesome.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
Harvest Manitoba expands its' snack kits to more schools and communities, ensuring Manitoban kids have accessible, healthy food to take home from school each weekend.
Side note: my own kids school is part of the program. It's awesome.
www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews...
From new friendships to big learning moments — our CSI Summer Learning Enrichment Program 2025 Report shares the stories, successes, and challenges that made this summer unforgettable. ☀️📘
Read the report here: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/uploads/docu...
Read the report here: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/uploads/docu...
November 17, 2025 at 1:45 PM
From new friendships to big learning moments — our CSI Summer Learning Enrichment Program 2025 Report shares the stories, successes, and challenges that made this summer unforgettable. ☀️📘
Read the report here: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/uploads/docu...
Read the report here: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/uploads/docu...
Life-saving skills in action! This morning, our Youth Recreation Activity Worker class took part in Narcan training, led by one of our very own students! Each participant went home with a naloxone kit and the knowledge to respond in an emergency.
November 6, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Life-saving skills in action! This morning, our Youth Recreation Activity Worker class took part in Narcan training, led by one of our very own students! Each participant went home with a naloxone kit and the knowledge to respond in an emergency.
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Tomorrow is First Friday! Join us on November 7, from 4 pm to 9 pm for special First Friday programming. Enjoy FREE general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket required.
Learn more about November 7 programming: https://ow.ly/a3GM50XleJg
Learn more about November 7 programming: https://ow.ly/a3GM50XleJg
November 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Tomorrow is First Friday! Join us on November 7, from 4 pm to 9 pm for special First Friday programming. Enjoy FREE general admission to the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket required.
Learn more about November 7 programming: https://ow.ly/a3GM50XleJg
Learn more about November 7 programming: https://ow.ly/a3GM50XleJg
Thank you, Fergie’s Fish & Chips! We’re so grateful to Fergie’s for raising awareness of BGC Winnipeg and for providing hands-on training to our youth. 💙
October 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Thank you, Fergie’s Fish & Chips! We’re so grateful to Fergie’s for raising awareness of BGC Winnipeg and for providing hands-on training to our youth. 💙
🌿 Learning and Sharing Culture at BGC Winnipeg 🌿
BGC Winnipeg staff were honoured to learn from Jaime Grasby, who led a meaningful session on the teaching of smudging.
Miigwech, Jaime, for sharing your teachings with us. 💚
BGC Winnipeg staff were honoured to learn from Jaime Grasby, who led a meaningful session on the teaching of smudging.
Miigwech, Jaime, for sharing your teachings with us. 💚
October 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
🌿 Learning and Sharing Culture at BGC Winnipeg 🌿
BGC Winnipeg staff were honoured to learn from Jaime Grasby, who led a meaningful session on the teaching of smudging.
Miigwech, Jaime, for sharing your teachings with us. 💚
BGC Winnipeg staff were honoured to learn from Jaime Grasby, who led a meaningful session on the teaching of smudging.
Miigwech, Jaime, for sharing your teachings with us. 💚
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Manitoba food bank visits have nearly doubled since 2021: report
Manitoba food bank visits have nearly doubled since 2021: report
A charitable organization representing food banks across the country is warning about escalating food insecurity in recent years—including in Manitoba.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Manitoba food bank visits have nearly doubled since 2021: report
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Despite Winnipeg’s mild fall, the bitter cold is coming — and already the demand for winter clothing donations is outstripping supply, United Way Winnipeg says.
Need for winter clothes outstripping supply
United Way Koats for Kids accepting donations of cold-weather gear
www.winnipegfreepress.com
October 28, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Despite Winnipeg’s mild fall, the bitter cold is coming — and already the demand for winter clothing donations is outstripping supply, United Way Winnipeg says.
🚨 We’re Hiring!
BGC Winnipeg is looking for passionate, energetic people to join our team!
We’re currently hiring for:
• Program Facilitators
• Lead Youth Activity Workers
• Club Manager
👉 Apply today: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
BGC Winnipeg is looking for passionate, energetic people to join our team!
We’re currently hiring for:
• Program Facilitators
• Lead Youth Activity Workers
• Club Manager
👉 Apply today: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
October 28, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🚨 We’re Hiring!
BGC Winnipeg is looking for passionate, energetic people to join our team!
We’re currently hiring for:
• Program Facilitators
• Lead Youth Activity Workers
• Club Manager
👉 Apply today: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
BGC Winnipeg is looking for passionate, energetic people to join our team!
We’re currently hiring for:
• Program Facilitators
• Lead Youth Activity Workers
• Club Manager
👉 Apply today: www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
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Koats for Kids in need of donations as temperature cools
Koats for Kids in need of donations as temperature cools
An initiative aimed at making sure kids stay warm as the temperatures drop needs your help.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Koats for Kids in need of donations as temperature cools
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The 20th annual Media Literacy Week takes place nationwide from Oct 27-31!
In an increasingly complex digital world, the things we see online can make us say: “Wait.. what?” Media Literacy Week helps us find the answers with educational events, exciting resources & more: www.medialiteracyweek.ca
In an increasingly complex digital world, the things we see online can make us say: “Wait.. what?” Media Literacy Week helps us find the answers with educational events, exciting resources & more: www.medialiteracyweek.ca
October 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The 20th annual Media Literacy Week takes place nationwide from Oct 27-31!
In an increasingly complex digital world, the things we see online can make us say: “Wait.. what?” Media Literacy Week helps us find the answers with educational events, exciting resources & more: www.medialiteracyweek.ca
In an increasingly complex digital world, the things we see online can make us say: “Wait.. what?” Media Literacy Week helps us find the answers with educational events, exciting resources & more: www.medialiteracyweek.ca
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Every girl has the right to feel safe at home, in her relationships and in her community.
But too many are living in fear of someone they should be able to trust.
This is a violation of their rights. We must protect girls from all forms of violence. Now.
#GirlGoals
But too many are living in fear of someone they should be able to trust.
This is a violation of their rights. We must protect girls from all forms of violence. Now.
#GirlGoals
October 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Every girl has the right to feel safe at home, in her relationships and in her community.
But too many are living in fear of someone they should be able to trust.
This is a violation of their rights. We must protect girls from all forms of violence. Now.
#GirlGoals
But too many are living in fear of someone they should be able to trust.
This is a violation of their rights. We must protect girls from all forms of violence. Now.
#GirlGoals
At Carpathia Club, paper bag jellyfish came to life thanks to the amazing creativity and artistic skills of our Club members! 🎨 The kids had a blast painting and decorating their very own personalized jellyfish. Check out these colourful creations!
October 23, 2025 at 11:58 AM
At Carpathia Club, paper bag jellyfish came to life thanks to the amazing creativity and artistic skills of our Club members! 🎨 The kids had a blast painting and decorating their very own personalized jellyfish. Check out these colourful creations!
How are you getting into spooky season? 👻 Our Freight House Club got in the spirit with a fun-filled trip to Boo at The Zoo! 🎃 Lots of laughs were had checking out the decorations and festive activities.
October 22, 2025 at 12:10 PM
How are you getting into spooky season? 👻 Our Freight House Club got in the spirit with a fun-filled trip to Boo at The Zoo! 🎃 Lots of laughs were had checking out the decorations and festive activities.
Our youth were invited to “Come Play with Style” at Old Navy, where they got hands-on experience choosing outfits and dressing mannequins through the This Way ONward program.
Kudos to Old Navy and @bgccan.bsky.social for making it happen!
#OpportunityChangesEverything #ThisWayOnwardSocial
Kudos to Old Navy and @bgccan.bsky.social for making it happen!
#OpportunityChangesEverything #ThisWayOnwardSocial
October 21, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Our youth were invited to “Come Play with Style” at Old Navy, where they got hands-on experience choosing outfits and dressing mannequins through the This Way ONward program.
Kudos to Old Navy and @bgccan.bsky.social for making it happen!
#OpportunityChangesEverything #ThisWayOnwardSocial
Kudos to Old Navy and @bgccan.bsky.social for making it happen!
#OpportunityChangesEverything #ThisWayOnwardSocial
Women’s History Month at our Aberdeen Club! Youth celebrated by creating a Hall of Fame to honour the inspirational women in their lives — from family members to teachers to community leaders. 💜
October 20, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Women’s History Month at our Aberdeen Club! Youth celebrated by creating a Hall of Fame to honour the inspirational women in their lives — from family members to teachers to community leaders. 💜
💚 Today is World Mental Health Day! 💚
Youth deserve safe spaces to talk, express themselves, and find support when they need it.
Youth deserve safe spaces to talk, express themselves, and find support when they need it.
October 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM
💚 Today is World Mental Health Day! 💚
Youth deserve safe spaces to talk, express themselves, and find support when they need it.
Youth deserve safe spaces to talk, express themselves, and find support when they need it.
In honour of #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth, our friends at Planet Fitness Canada are supporting BGC Canada through their Judgement Free Generation initiative to advance youth well-being and empower the next generation to create kinder communities.
October 9, 2025 at 12:06 PM
In honour of #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth, our friends at Planet Fitness Canada are supporting BGC Canada through their Judgement Free Generation initiative to advance youth well-being and empower the next generation to create kinder communities.
🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟
Looking for a rewarding career working with children and youth? BGC Winnipeg is hiring a Club Manager (South Pembina/Dalhousie)!
👉 Apply now or learn more at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
Looking for a rewarding career working with children and youth? BGC Winnipeg is hiring a Club Manager (South Pembina/Dalhousie)!
👉 Apply now or learn more at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
October 8, 2025 at 11:55 AM
🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟
Looking for a rewarding career working with children and youth? BGC Winnipeg is hiring a Club Manager (South Pembina/Dalhousie)!
👉 Apply now or learn more at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
Looking for a rewarding career working with children and youth? BGC Winnipeg is hiring a Club Manager (South Pembina/Dalhousie)!
👉 Apply now or learn more at www.bgcwinnipeg.ca/get-involved...
You can help keep little Winnipeggers warm in winter! 🧤🧣❄️
Koats for Kids is accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, mitts, scarves, ski pants, and boots.
Drop off your donations at any of these locations: unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/our-impact/k...
Koats for Kids is accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, mitts, scarves, ski pants, and boots.
Drop off your donations at any of these locations: unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/our-impact/k...
October 7, 2025 at 11:45 AM
You can help keep little Winnipeggers warm in winter! 🧤🧣❄️
Koats for Kids is accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, mitts, scarves, ski pants, and boots.
Drop off your donations at any of these locations: unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/our-impact/k...
Koats for Kids is accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, mitts, scarves, ski pants, and boots.
Drop off your donations at any of these locations: unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/our-impact/k...