Aspire Hub

Higgins encourages us to look beyond the sport and beyond lingering stereotypes. Speaking of personal experiences and the experiences of many other players, Higgins notes that youth are exposed to travel and given a chance to access debt-free education through scholarships. While basketball provides a foundation, the overall impact and intent of programs like ETBA are much deeper.

Higgins shares, “ we capture the minds of youth through fitness or physical activity - mainly basketball. Basketball is an outlet, however we offer tutoring, financial literacy, nutritional and mental health support; adding those elements makes that basketball player more well rounded.” The mental resilience and commitment that is needed on the basketball court can be carried into many areas of life.

Project Name: Enhance operational management effectiveness and efficiency

Edmonton, AB

Taking latent talent, big dreams, and accessible resources to mould teens into responsible and independent citizens is at the heart of Aspire Hub. The team recognizes that the challenges faced by minority youth in Alberta are unique and therefore demands a tailored approach. The overall mission is to increase the employability and health outcomes for minority youth.

The fifteen-plus programs span the ages of 9 to 18. Younger participants can take advantage of the monthly Tech Club classes in coding, web design, app development and robotics. The mentorship program and Techplus on the other hand, targets young adults and provides life skills and career alignment. The curriculum covers entrepreneurship, leadership, health and wellness, and financial literacy.

The organization is reinforcing its foundation for future scaling. Funding through SBCCI will improve operational management effectiveness and efficiency by engaging an Accounting and Strategic Management consultant, a Legal Consultant, and a Digital Adaptation/Information Technology consultant.