Youth disengagement from school is complex and impacts both students and society. Disengagement often stems from academic struggles, lack of connection to teachers and peers, mental health issues, socioeconomic barriers, and challenges at home. Disconnection from...
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Empowering Young Women Entrepreneurs
The 2024 State of Women’s Entrepreneurship in Canada Report illustrates the gains and the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Canada. Programs like Reboot Plus support young women by providing resources, networking opportunities, funding support, and career guidance.
The Role of Machine Learning and How Reboot Plus Can Guide Youth
Technological advancements are shaping every aspect of our lives, and the future of work is undergoing a significant transformation. The latest report from the Institute for Work & Health (IWH) examines the impact of machine learning and artificial intelligence...
Empowering Students With Labour Market Information: A Key to Career Success
Today's current work environment has a the job market is constantly evolving. Students need more than just a traditional education to succeed—they need access to accurate and timely labour market information (LMI). LMI helps youth make informed decisions about their...
Using Self-Reflection as a Life Envisioning Tool
Who Do You Want to Be? Traditional career paths are less common now than in the past. Instead of following a linear trajectory, many people now explore multiple jobs before finding their true calling. This shift highlights the importance of self-reflection in career...
Hiring Demand for Social Emotional Skills for the Modern Workplace
The Heart of the Matter: Understanding Hiring Demands for Social Emotional Skills is a report by the Conference Board of Canada and Future Skills Centre – Centre des Compétences futures (FSC-CCF) providing a snapshot of the hiring demand for SES and of employers’...
Navigating Economic Challenges: How Reboot Plus Empowers Youth in Today’s Job Market
The Current Economy for Youth The Canadian job market is presenting significant challenges for today's youth. The Statistics Canada’s June labour force survey released last week, shows the unemployment rate for youth aged 15-24 rose nearly a full percentage point to...
Discovering My Future Through the Reboot Plus Program
My High School Journey My high school journey has been quite a ride. I started High School in Richmond, BC, and after one year, moved to New Westminster to complete school here. In Richmond, I was more concerned with being socially active than academics. I had just...
The Role of Alternative Education in Canada’s Future
Canada faces multiple crises in climate, healthcare, labor, immigration, and democracy. These challenges show a need for comprehensive, integrated strategies rather than fragmented, short-term responses. Every single person matters in this economy. Sustainable...
Understanding Youth Through the BC Adolescent Health Survey
Insights from the 2023 BC Adolescent Health Survey The release of the first report from the 2023 BC Adolescent Health Survey (BC AHS) has sparked important discussions on the health and well-being of youth in Grades 7–12 across British Columbia. With approximately...