BGC Okanagan announces new, inclusive branding

May 28

BGC Okanagan announces new, inclusive branding

(May 28, 2021) - It’s official. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Okanagan has become BGC Okanagan. Not to be trendy. Not because it’s shorter or catchier. But because we open our doors to all children, youth and families and we believe our name should reflect that. Removing gender from our name echoes the...

May 27

Staff recognized with BGC Okanagan Awards

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Due to the pandemic restrictions, the BGC Okanagan staff recognition celebration could not be held this year. As a way of honouring this year’s recipients, BGC Okanagan has produced a series of videos highlighting their accomplishments and show our appreciation for our staff. Congratulations to winners of the 2021 BGC Okanagan Awards:

May 26

BGC Okanagan to provide licensed child care services at new locations

Agency News

(May 26. 2021) - BGC Okanagan will provide licensed child care services at three new facilities in the Okanagan, allowing more parents to return to work, go back to school or pursue other opportunities as the Province invests in more than 790 licensed child care spaces. The Province announced that they have invested in three...

May 17

BGC Okanagan celebrates Child Care Appreciation Day

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The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Okanagan is asking communities to take pause on Child Care Appreciation Day (May 21) to recognize the essential services that child care providers have given to make a difference in children’s lives. “We want to acknowledge the outstanding work and support our staff have given to Okanagan families....

Mar 26

BGC Okanagan launch preventative approach to youth homelessness in Kelowna

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Kelowna is one of two cities in Canada that are involved in a pilot program that shifts the focus from a crisis-driven response to youth homelessness to one of early-intervention and prevention. Upstream Kelowna is a preventative approach to youth homelessness and school disengagement. The initiative in Kelowna is led by the Boys and Girls...

Feb 02

Pink Shirt Day Breakfast in a Box Campaign launch

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It’s been a year of shifting to new ways to do things for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Okanagan, and also a time to remind everyone that showing compassion and being kind is more important than ever. It is why the annual Pink Shirt Day in-person event, traditionally held in Kelowna, will continue...

Aug 20

Diane Entwistle Retiring from BGCO – Jeremy Welder To Lead As New CEO

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The Board of Directors of Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs would like to announce that after 31 years, Diane Entwistle is retiring at the beginning of October as CEO. [caption id="attachment_7254" align="alignleft" width="246"] Diane Entwistle[/caption] Diane has dedicated her entire career to the Social Services Sector. As a young person, she spent her teen...

Jun 10

Participate in the Great Canadian Giving Challenge!

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We Need Your Help!During the month of June, we are participating in the Great Canadian Giving Challenge! This challenge encourages donors to make a contribution to their charity of choice and with that donation comes an entry into the grand prize draw of $20,000 for the winning charity. What Is the Great Canadian Giving Challenge?The Great...

May 12

Still Going Strong

Agency News

Over the past two months, the staff at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Okanagan have been giving it their all. We have provided a wide array of services, including child care for Essential Service Workers (ESW), housing for young people, youth drop-in support, and food security in communities. We have adapted our services...

Apr 15

COVID-19 Time Capsule

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During this time of not knowing what is going to happen next, there are two things that are for certain - we will get through this, and you will remember these times for the rest of your life. Years from now we will look back and remember the period of isolation, and the world being...