Over 30 virtual programs have been adapted
to help support youth in remote and virtual
environments
TORONTO, April 28, 2020 /CNW/ - RBC Future Launch has
launched a new, online resource hub dedicated to youth-focused
virtual programming and learning opportunities – RBC Future Launch
at Home. With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to impact schools,
communities and available in-person programming for young people,
RBC Future Launch is dedicated to ensuring that youth across
Canada have access to resources
and tools that will help them navigate through this difficult time
and exit the pandemic better prepared.
RBC Future Launch is a ten year, $500
million commitment to helping Canadian youth prepare for the
jobs of tomorrow, and the program is committed to supporting youth
during these unprecedented times. This virtual resource hub
features a variety of online tools, resources and programs
immediately available to Canadian youth from coast to coast, and
completely accessible from a virtual setting. From coding lessons,
to networking opportunities, to skills challenges, this resource
hub includes workshops, online learning modules and virtual support
services across a wide range of topics and age groups.
"So much of the programming we support through RBC Future Launch
is built on bringing people together – to share stories, ideas and
to learn from one another," said Mark
Beckles, Senior Director, Youth Strategy & Innovation,
RBC. "In our current reality, doing this in a physical setting
quickly became impossible, but our partners have eagerly adapted to
this new normal with virtual programming and resources. We're all
inspired to keep supporting young people through these challenging
times and beyond."
Examples of available programs and resources include, but are
not limited to, the following:
- Mental health and well-being: Kids Help Phone,
Jack.org, WE Well-being COVID-19 toolkit (WE Charity), Mind
Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19 (University of Toronto)
- Job readiness: Ten Thousand Coffees, YouthConnect
(CivicAction Leadership Foundation), Junior Achievement Canada
- Skills: McGill Personal Finance Essentials,
Resilience Workshops by Sarah Wells
(Believe Initiative), #SkillsAtHome Challenge Series (Skills
Ontario)
- Online learning: TVO ILC, TVO Mathify, TVO in the
Classroom, Junior Achievement of BC
- STEM: Coders North, Exploring 4-H At Home
(Saskatchewan 4-H Council), The
Knowledge Society
RBC Future Launch would like to extend a sincere thank you to
all partners involved in this initiative. As we all adapt and pivot
to work and collaborate differently, we thank them for their
contributions and ingenuity during an exceptional time.
To learn more, and for a complete list of available resources,
please visit: rbc.com/futurelaunchathome.
About RBC
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a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading
performance. Our success comes from the 85,000+ employees who bring
our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients
thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank, and one of the largest
in the world based on market capitalization, we have a diversified
business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional
experiences to our 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 34 other countries. Learn
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through donations, community investments and employee volunteer
activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact.
SOURCE RBC