Canada Bridges is committed to empowering young people to be catalysts for change in their lives and communities. We partner with youth to explore their personal stories and wisdom, discover their leadership potential, connect with their communities, and develop the skills to lead change. Each year, we support over 200 youth as they take steps toward creating the change they envision in the world.
Our work is rooted in a deep understanding of the historical trauma that impacts Indigenous communities. We are committed to fostering healing, self-determination, and empowerment by creating culturally relevant programs that provide safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environments where Indigenous youth can strengthen their cultural identity and build a positive sense of self.
Canada Bridges takes a unique approach to community development. We work by invitation, responding to the specific needs of communities and fostering genuine relationships built on trust. Our programs, like Unveiled Youth Potential (UYP), are co-created with youth and community partners, ensuring that they are relevant, impactful, and community-driven. We utilize a strengths-based approach, recognizing the inherent assets within communities and empowering youth to be the leaders of their own change.
Through our programs, we witness transformative change in the lives of young people. Youth gain self-esteem and confidence, build stronger community connections, become actively engaged in civic life, and pursue their educational and personal goals.
Founded in 2002, Canada Bridges initially focused on building human capacity internationally. Over time, the organization's focus shifted to serving communities within Canada, with a growing emphasis on supporting Indigenous youth. Today, we are committed to becoming an Indigenous-led organization, ensuring that our work is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and perspectives.
As part of our commitment to ethical operations and transparency, we make the following information readily available to the public, in accordance with the standards set by Imagine Canada.
In alignment with our policy, members of our Mission Circle (i.e., Board of Directors) serve as volunteers and do not receive payment for their roles as directors.
We believe in full financial transparency. Below are our most recent audited financial statements.
2023 Annual Financial Statements: Bridges Social Development - 2023.pdf
2022 Annual Financial Statements: Bridges Social Development - 2022.pdf
2021 Annual Financial Statements: Bridges Social Development - 2021.pdf
We are a registered charity in good standing with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Charitable Registration Number: 88340 1507 RR0001
Public T3010 Return: You can view our detailed Registered Charity Information Return, including information on our finances and activities, directly on the CRA Charities Directorate website by clicking here.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, members, and stakeholders.
Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.
Complaint and Resolution Policy (2025-10-21).pdf
If any representative commits or is alleged to have committed an act of abuse, harassment, or violence, the Executive Director, in consultation with the Mission Circle, shall conduct all necessary investigations and take all steps necessary to enforce this policy.