They could not have known then that their efforts would evolve into a national movement, continuing their work a century later. In 1948, Boys' Clubs of Canada received its official charter as a national, non-profit organization. The name was again changed to Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada in 1976, to reflect the desire to make services accessible to a growing number of young girls wanting to participate in Club programs. Today, the national organization boasts 102 clubs in 150 communities. It provides safe, caring environments and stimulating programs for 125,000 children and youth across Canada.
Children are a positive influence in our world.
The organization is present in large urban centres, remote rural communities, on First Nations reserves. Clubs exist in such non-traditional settings as malls, schools, shelters, group homes, and even on the streets. According to Sproule, another strength of the organization is accessibility. Children, more so these days than ever before, need safe and respectful places in their lives. We accept kids without barriers.