Human Resources, Labour and Employment
October 23, 2007
Provincial Government Expands Support for Boys and
Girls Clubs
The Provincial Government strengthened its commitment
to children and youth with a $277,800 investment in 2007-08 to support
the work of nine Boys and Girls Clubs in the province. This is a
$115,600 increase over the original annual operating grant for 2006-07.
"The Boys and Girls Clubs in Newfoundland and Labrador
help over 3,500 young people between the ages of five and 18 discover
and develop their potential through participation in meaningful programs
and activities that encourage leadership and personal development," said
the Honourable Shawn Skinner, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and
Employment.
"Boys and Girls Clubs across the province appreciate the support from
the Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment, both in the
past and in particular, for the increase in funding to our clubs in
2007," said Jackie McIsaac, provincial coordinator, Boys and Girls
Clubs. "The extra support will enable our clubs to expand programs
related to wellness, the arts and education, and also provide an
opportunity to develop new programs, especially for the teen
population."
The Boys and Girls Clubs operate sites in Bell Island,
Botwood, Buchans, Gander, Norris Arm, St. Anthony, Upper Island Cove and
St. John�s (Mundy Pond and Buckmaster�s Circle). The clubs offer
programs that encourage physical activity, health, nutrition,
leadership, growth, empowerment, life skills, and the arts. These
programs are available to children and youth during after-school hours,
and on evenings and weekends.
"Our government supports the Boys and Girls Clubs
because the organization offers a safe and nurturing environment that
enables children and youth to grow and achieve greater self-reliance,"
said Minister Skinner. "This makes a positive difference in their lives,
while strengthening families and society as a whole."
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Media contacts:
Ed Moriarity
Director of Communications
Human Resources, Labour and Employment
709-729-4062, 728-9623
edmoriarity@gov.nl.ca |
Jackie McIsaac
Provincial Coordinator
Boys and Girls Clubs
709-722-5556
jmcisaac@nfld.net |
2007 10 23 2:35 p.m.
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