Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
Model for Success The Model for Success describes the common features and core programming areas offered by Boys and Girls Clubs across Canada, and the positive outcomes for children and youth that are achieved through them. Every element is based on the values and activities of Boys and Girls Clubs and it is grounded in the latest research in child and youth development.
Common Features Respectful, inclusive and engaging environments
Relationshipbuilding and mentoring
Community and family engagement
Core Programming Physical activity, health and safety
Leadership, growth and empowerment
Learning and career development
Families and communities
Short-Term Outcomes Children and Children and youth Community, parents, Children and youth Programs build youth are feel welcomed, children and youth are enjoy exploring relevant skills for emotionally and accepted, valued engaged in Clubs and feel new opportunities. children and youth. physically safe. and respected. ownership of programs.
Mid-Term Outcomes Children and Children and youth Children and youth Children and have key academic, youth have youth are are connected to vocational and confidence in healthy, active peers, parents, school recreational skills. their aspirations. and safe. and community.
Adult Outcomes Health and well-being
Positive and caring relationships
Educational Meaningful Self-sufficiency attainment participation in and independence community and and ability to achieve dreams civil society