Kids’ Stories

As a shy teenage girl coming from the Dominican Republic, Nashaly had always been reserved, with few friends and little connection to others outside her immediate circle. But from the moment she walked through the doors of BGC Moncton, her perspective began to change. (more…)

William (or Will, as he likes to be called) is an 18-year-old with a passion for football and boxing. Will found himself struggling during his school years. He said, “I was in school, but not really in classes.” He felt no motivation at all and disconnected from his studies. He fell behind. (more…)

In the heart of Moncton, a family from Colombia discovered their new home. Julian and Laura, along with their 8-year-old daughter, Luciana, had moved to Canada for better opportunities a year ago. Full of curiosity and positivity, Luciana started school while her parents had to find a way to balance their work commitments and ensure...

Khalid first came to BGC Moncton at age 6 as a new immigrant from Sudan. Overwhelmed at times by his inability to communicate his thoughts and feelings, Khalid found himself withdrawing from those activities. (more…)

At only 12 years old, Alisar fled the war in Syria with her parents and 5 younger siblings. Arriving in Moncton, not speaking any English, she was determined to get a good education to have a better life. (more…)