NLIS 3
December 8, 2004
(Human Resources, Labour and Employment)

 

Grand Falls-Windsor Youth Centre receives $10,000

The Youth (2000) Centre, a youth-driven organization located in Grand Falls-Windsor, has received a $10,000 contribution from the Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment.

The one-time grant, awarded through the Student Investment and Opportunity Corporation, will assist in the centre�s after-school tutoring/literacy program for area youth. The program focuses on literacy and homework help by incorporating fun, skill-building activities for participants.

"Assisting young people with the many challenges facing them in today�s society is an important function for communities," said Joan Burke, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and Employment. "This funding will help The Youth (2000) Centre provide an opportunity for youth who need assistance with academic challenges to reach their full potential in a productive and positive setting."

Dave Denine, Parliamentary Secretary for the Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment and Ray Hunter, MHA for Windsor-Springdale, presented youth representing the centre with the department's contribution on Monday, December 6.

"This funding is very important to the centre," said Florence Cross, adult chairperson of the centre. "The grant will be used to further develop after-school programs, specifically the Homework Haven and Craft/Woodworking room. Programs which improve academic performance, but also enhance life skills for the youth, are basically the two broader goals of Y2C. This grant will assist greatly with both."

The Youth (2000) Centre was established in June 1999 and provincially incorporated in June 2000. The organization is guided by a board of directors, consisting of youth representatives and adult mentors from various professional backgrounds. A building to house the centre was donated by the Windsor Pentecostal Assemblies. Through much work and dedication, the repairs and renovations to the building were completed and the centre opened in April 2003.

"This is an excellent example of community collaboration," said Minister Burke. "By working together at both the community and provincial government level, youth in the Grand Falls-Windsor area have access to a great resource."

Media contact: Jacquelyn Howard, Communications, (709) 729-4062 or (709) 689-2624

2004 12 08                       10:45 a.m.


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