The Bhayana Family Foundation

Did you know that a study by a Boston consulting group demonstrated unequivocally the social return on investment when youth successfully completed their high school education? A remarkable $25 return for $1 invested!

The team also works with Trellis Society, community resource officers, the Police and Crisis Team, probation officers, Circle Keepers, and local businesses for employment opportunities. 🧵

The Boreal Team targets vulnerable youth experiencing housing instability within the social service sector and offers intensive support to youth, enabling them to make their own decisions while promoting healthy boundaries and habits. 🧵

Who helps vulnerable youth in Calgary in need of personal supports, stable housing, needed therapeutic interventions and much more? Meet a team from the Trellis Cosity who does all of the above and more......they are the Invisible Champions of Canada! 🧵

On-Scene Crisis Response Team - Project NORTE, Victim Services of York Region Inc. - Bhayana Family Foundation In the face of overwhelming challenges, the on-scene crisis response team demonstrated unparalleled dedication, compassion, and resilience. During Project NORTE, which identified approximately 100 sur...

Here is an Invisible Champion Award-winning team from Victim Services of York Region that is addressing this heinous crime. Learn more about their exceptional work: loom.ly/NjuAsAk

Human Trafficking is a subject that is hard to talk about, yet still exists in Canada. The total number of victims is believed to be underreported. However, we know that 93% of the reported victims are young women and, shockingly, close to 25% are children under the age of 18.

Kudos to Zahra! Read more about her remarkable work: bhayanafoundation.org/user-submitt...

She was recognized as one of Business in Vancouver’s Forty Under 40 in 2019, was nominated for a YWCA Women of Distinction Award in 2022, and received a King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025.

Zahra is also Chair of BC’s Poverty Reduction Advisory Committee, an independent committee that advises government on policy developments related to poverty reduction and prevention.

Zahra literally never stops. She remains an active volunteer in the community as Co-Chair of the Fresh Roots Urban Farm Society Board of Directors and with the Board of Cuso International.

Zahra's work experience spans a broad range both internationally and Canada, including diverse arenas such housing and homelessness, community development, microfinance, governance, fundraising, and leadership. 🧵

Meet a remarkable, dynamic leader who is much awarded and lauded from Vancouver, British Columbia -- Zahra Ismail, CEO of Vantage Point. 🧵

Building on the work Amy did at the arena, she created the Barrington Community Care and Recovery Center, which has become an integral part of the community. From coffee time, book clubs, community suppers and mental health supports, we cannot imagine where we would be without her."

To help feed those who had been displaced, Amy had an 18-wheeler refrigerator truck arrive with frozen food. She contacted the Villagedale Community Association for help and our team was able to staff the truck until all the food had been dispersed. 🧵

"During the historic wildfire in our community, Amy and her team set up the local arena as a care center for the displaced. They organized food, clothing and care for all who walked through the door. There was no playbook on this, so she used her incredible talent to figure it out. 🧵

Wildfires have been a reality for us in Canada for the past few years. Providing a much-needed helping hand for people who have been forced to evacuate their beloved homes is critical. Read what her nominator for the Invisible Champion Award said about Nova Scotian Amy McKinnon and her team! 🧵

Their efficient organization and strategic planning enabled them to stretch every dollar, ensuring that even the smallest contribution went a long way toward providing opportunities for Black North Preston youth to thrive through basketball." 🧵

Despite limited resources, they maximized impact by leveraging community partnerships, utilizing existing facilities, and creatively sourcing donations of equipment and funds. 🧵

Through their passion and commitment, they inspired not only athletic excellence but also academic success, providing a vital alternative to the streets and fostering a sense of belonging and purpose within the community. 🧵

Their proactive approach included securing funding, liaising with community leaders, and personally coaching and mentoring aspiring athletes, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for their growth both on and off the court. 🧵

"This power couple exhibited unwavering dedication by investing countless hours in organizing basketball clinics, tournaments, and mentorship programs tailored to the needs of Black North Preston youth. 🧵

Continuing our series on the Invisible Champions, meet the Provos. They’re transforming the world of Black Teens in Preston with their Ideas, Passion and Ingenuity... As their Invisible Champion Award nominator shared: 🧵

Do you know what The Invisible Champions do? Meet Kidist (Kitty) Kebede of LOFT Community Services, Greater Toronto Area. From cooking to compassionate caring, she never stops in her quest to "nourish residents with food, a sense of belonging and hope...." Read more! https://loom.ly/eD0YHXY

Meet Nova Scotia's exemplary Nonprofit Leader: Margie Grant Walsh and her wise thoughts on the Nonprofit Sector. She is a dynamic, passionate, visionary thinker with a deep commitment to the well-being and development of today’s youth and future generations. Read more: https://loom.ly/aM_mf3g

AI is for Everyone: How Seniors Are Embracing Technology and Transforming Their Lives A warm conversation about breaking barriers, discovering possibilities, and proving that learning has no age limit

After just four classes, I now find myself more curious and confident about using AI in financial reporting.”

Interested in reading more? Please go to: arunarokianathan.substack.com/p/ai-is-for-...

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At first, he had only a passing knowledge of AI. After just four two-hour sessions, this accomplished professional shared, “I never imagined that it could bring such meaningful improvements to a person’s life—especially in the field of finance, which I’ve always been closely connected to. 🪡

Pat brings impressive credentials: a BSc from the University of Ceylon, a Chartered Accountant designation from Sri Lanka, and 20 years of experience as an Income Tax Auditor at CRA. He currently serves as Treasurer of the Senior Tamils Centre of Ontario. 🪡

Through Arun’s AI training sessions, many have experienced transformative new beginnings.

Meet Selliah Pathmanathan (Pat): The Chartered Accountant Who Rediscovered His Professional Spark 🪡

Strengthening data literacy is an organization-led best practice.

Thanks to the leadership of Ms. Sunder Singh, Executive Director of the Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women, and her tech guru Arun Arokianathan, new opportunities are emerging—especially for Seniors. 🪡

and the energy in the room was nothing short of inspiring."

Her remarkable Assistant Coordinator, Arun Arokianathan, has created powerful videos of the impact of the training sessions. Here is a link to the video about the catalyzing impact on Seniors:

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