What does it mean to care? Creating space for growth and leadership in youth support

While wearing a suit jacket-and-jeans combo, Child and Youth Care alum Kyle Brogan smiles cheerfully at the camera.

Driven by a desire to understand what it truly means to care, Kyle Brogan left acting to become a support worker for elementary school students. While he dreams of creating a new role within the school, he currently empowers kids to embrace their personal stories and become the authors of their own lives through trust and leadership.

Overcoming financial barriers: A journey to becoming an education assistant

Delaney Northgraves, dressed in a black shirt and brown cardigan, is standing on a balcony with towering buildings and a river in the background.

Delaney Northgraves always wanted to be an educator. Despite financial challenges, she found her path through Douglas College’s Classroom and Community Support program with financial support, balancing work and studies to achieve her dream role as an Education Assistant.

Five easy steps to upgrade your English at Douglas College

Waist-up view of 15 and 16 year old classmates in uniforms sitting at round table taking notes and discussing ideas.

Discover how to easily upgrade your English skills at Douglas College with our step-by-step guide. Enroll in tuition-free English Upgrading courses to meet the language requirements for Early Childhood Education or Child and Youth Care programs, all without needing a placement test.

Earning college credits in high school: A dual-credit course that paved the way to Child and Youth Care for this Douglas College student

Karamjot, dressed in a white sweater with black stripes and long black pants, is sitting on a bench under the shade in front of a campus building on a sunny day.

Aspiring to pursue a career in childcare, Karamjot Malli seamlessly transitioned into Douglas College’s Child and Youth Care program after high school with the help of a dual-credit course.

This Child and Youth Care student overcame her shyness to help others succeed

Becoming a Student Assistant helped Myat Noe Pwint develop her public speaking skills while guiding students on campus.

Meet Douglas College’s first recipient of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award

Meredith Graham, a former youth from care and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care alum, is being recognized for her outstanding work with youth in the community.

This Child and Youth Care student overcame personal challenges and now wants to help young people

Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care student, Marie-Patrice Cusson, talks about how her struggle growing up motivated her to pursue her dreams.