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by Pamela Karch, Bridges’ Research Coordinator When people come to see themselves – really see themselves – for who they are, and begin to recognize the tremendous potential they have within, they are absolutely capable of leading positive change within their communities, and beyond. This belief is foundational to Bridges’ Unveiling Human Potential work in [...]

by Tara Beaver I can remember the day when I first walked into the room for my first Bridges workshop. It was with a group of Muslim women, so at first I felt uncomfortable because I didn’t know anybody. However as we did the icebreaker and introduced one another, my nervousness went away, but I remained [...]

This Unveiling Youth Potential workshop has been specifically adapted for individuals or organizations who are on their way to leading positive change in their communities. Topics to be covered include: Wisdom Stories (who am I and why do I want to lead change in my community?), Community Mapping (who/where is the community that I care [...]

by Lindsay Mitchell, Bridges’ Executive Director Last night I was reminded of why Bridges does the work we do. I spent the evening with a wonderful group of people sitting in a circle talking about what defines us, who we are as people, and what/who we care about. This wasn’t just an evening of wine [...]

Dear friends and supporters, 2011 has been an extraordinary year for Bridges Social Development, marked by the beginnings of many new and meaningful relationships, the overcoming of challenges as we’ve been invited to work with communities yet unfamiliar, and excitement as we’ve grown in size and scope. Here are a few of the highlights: We [...]

Youth have big hopes, and big dreams. They also have BIG potential to see their hopes and dreams become reality…potential so big it’s bursting at the seams! Sometimes all they need is a little space and a little encouragement to explore who they are, and what their place is in the world. The Aboriginal Youth Explosion is all [...]

by Kelli Stevens At the end of what seemed an extremely long week, my only wish was to spend the weekend asleep. But I’d already committed to attending part of an Unveiling Youth Potential workshop so I could get a tiny glimpse of what Bridges is all about. So I dragged myself out of bed [...]

by Kuir Aguer Seven months ago a long, exhausting and frustrating job search ended in a job offer at Telvent Canada Ltd. Relocation from Hamilton, Ontario to Calgary, Alberta was obviously quick despite the fact I was going to miss all the friends who made the five-year stint there a successful experience. A job offering [...]