Imagine a world in which young people have the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. This is the world we are building here at JA Central Ontario. No matter what our students envision for their future - through JA Central Ontario, they will be able to build the skills, practice the thinking and meet the people who will help them get there. That’s why we’re modernizing our approach to impact – and the way we look – to reflect this ambitious, youth-centred vision for the future. - Visit our brand new website to learn more: https://lnkd.in/enR8ttYT #youth #youthempowerment #newlook #newapproach #vision #community
JA Central Ontario
Education Administration Programs
Toronto, Ontario 4,103 followers
We envision a world in which young people have the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities.
About us
We inspire & prepare youth to succeed in a global economy. Through immersive learning experiences in work readiness, financial health and entrepreneurship - and everything in between - young people in grades 3-12 are empowered to shape their future, their way.
- Website
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http://www.jacentralontario.org
External link for JA Central Ontario
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1968
- Specialties
- Financial Literacy, Work Readiness, and Entrepreneurship
Locations
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Primary
10 King St E
Suite 501
Toronto, Ontario M5C 1C3, CA
Employees at JA Central Ontario
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Anthony Boright
Technology Entrepreneur and Advisor
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Hitesh Peshavaria, FCPA, FCA
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Kathy Falconi, CPA
Business Transformation | Project Portfolio Management (EPMO) | Strategic Development & Execution | Executive Leadership
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Natalie Poissant
Social Impact | Corporate Partnership & Program Management | Purpose, Branding, Marketing & Communications
Updates
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See how high school students are bringing their learning to life with JA BizCafé! 🍋 Participants from Northview Heights Secondary School set up lemonade stands in their school, integrating their digital JA learning experience into a real-world venture! JA BizCafé is a virtual business essentials simulation that places high school students as managers of their own small college-town coffee shop. Sponsored by Cognizant, JA BizCafé empowers students with practical business skills that they can implement in their everyday lives. #ThrowbackTuesday #JABizcafe #YouthEntrepreneurs #JACentralOntario
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A sneak peek into our 2023–2024 Year in Review! 👀 Over 2,000 JA volunteers made a huge impact, empowering 66,000+ students across thousands of classes. Thanks to your dedication and passion, young minds are better prepared for their futures. Interested in being part of this incredible impact next school year? Become a volunteer today 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4f2LRwG
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Calling all students in grades 9–12! 📢 Become an entrepreneur and develop your leadership skills with JA Company Program. Over 18 weeks, you’ll gain the skills, connections and confidence to build something incredible. Sign up to receive notifications for when registration opens: https://bit.ly/3Wpmj5K #JACentralOntario #JACompanyProgram #YouthEntrepreneur
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High school students need expert career guidance now more than ever. That’s why we partnered with Fidelity Investments for the Investing in Your Future virtual event. From personal career journeys to key investment skills, Fidelity volunteers brought invaluable insights to 700+ students across Central Ontario. Discover how Fidelity Investments and JA Central Ontario are empowering high school students with virtual career mentorship and financial literacy 🔗 https://bit.ly/3W4E2hj #FidelityInvestmentsCanada #JACentralOntario #Mentorship #OnlineMentor
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Our technology Company of the Year team, Tapi, made it to the final three of the 2024 Canadian Company of the Year Championship! We’re incredibly proud of you and wish you the best of luck in the finals. 🌟🏆 #JACentralOntario #CompanyoftheYear #CanadianCoY #YouthEntrepreneurship #JACompanyProgram
We're excited to announce the finalists for the 2024 Canadian Company of the Year Championship happening later this week! Best of luck to all the teams! 🎉👏 JA Central Ontario JA Southern Alberta JA Manitoba
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Empower youth through connection! 🎙 Our President & CEO, Jennifer Holmes Weier, shares in sights on networking and resilience in her feature on the H Club: Lessons Learned podcast hosted by James Grantis. Tune in to hear about JA, education, opportunity, mobility and creating inclusive cultures. 👇🏻 https://bit.ly/3W7JdwW
EP #04 - CEO of youth empowerment charity connects networking with opportunity for powerful effect
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Happy World Youth Skills Day! 🌟 At JA Central Ontario, we recognize and celebrate the boundless potential of youth. Our learning experiences equip students from grades 3-12 across Central Ontario with the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. We’re dedicated to empowering young people to shape a better future, envisioning a world where skills and confidence lead to lasting impact. #WorldYouthSkillsDay2024 #JACentralOntario #FinancialLiteracy #YouthEntrepreneurship #SupportYouth
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For 20+ years, JA Central Ontario has partnered with BMO to champion life-changing learning experiences and initiatives that enhance youth financial literacy and community resilience. In the past academic year alone, 160 BMO volunteers have delivered essential financial skills to nearly 2,200 youth across 80 classrooms in Central Ontario as well as learning for the next generation of Canadian entrepreneurs. Learn all about how our partnership with BMO is empowering local youth to drive progress for their communities! 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4cuXxqx
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Hear from our dedicated Zurich Canada volunteers as they share the joys and rewards of mentoring high school students through the Career Accelerator program. ✨ Our volunteers emphasize the importance of being encouraging and transparent – and they get so much back in return! By leaving a positive impact on these young minds, we gain fresh insights into the future business landscape and help shape the next generation of leaders. #JAxZurichCanada #JACentralOntario #CareerExploration #CareerAccelerator