Stories of Success

Ange graduated from Pathways Lawrence Heights in 2017. She then studied Psychology and Human Resources at York University and now works as a Global Consultant for an employee assistance program. “At the end of the day, I wanted to make sure that I was able to help...

In a room sparking with creativity, crafting, karaoke, and new conversations, Pathways Hamilton’s Pride Party last June was all about creating an inclusive space where LGBTQ2+ students in the program not only felt welcomed but celebrated by their peers, adult mentors,...

Allysson is an alumni of the Pathways Program in Québec City, class of 2024. She is currently at le Cégep de Limoilou, studying Humanities. During her spare time, she is part of a committee that supports newcomer and immigrant students.   Allysson struggled with...

​Hugo, a graduate from Pathways Verdun, is now in his third year of undergraduate studies at the University of Quebec in Montreal. He is pursuing a degree in Communications and Digital Media, with plans to continue his studies in a master’s program in the same field....

Minaz is a graduate of the Pathways Program in Scarborough Village, Class of 2022. Since high school, Minaz has been in a bridging program, receiving a diploma in Social Service Work from Centennial College, and is now at Toronto Metropolitan University, studying to...

Talon is an alum of the Pathways Program in Vancouver, Class of 2021. He is currently an Entrepreneur running his own property service business. In his spare time, he likes to make music and is also taking on the role of a Pathways Alumni Ambassador. Support,...

Over the past year, we welcomed 47 Pathways alumni to our Alumni Ambassador Program—a record-breaking number! The Alumni Ambassador Program is an opportunity for Pathways alumni across the country to ensure meaningful and impactful engagement with alumni in their...

​From coast to coast to coast, women are at the forefront of leadership at Pathways and at the community partner organizations we work with. They are changemakers who bring diverse experiences in social justice and a deep commitment to creating more equitable...

It’s Hooked on School Days in Quebec this week—a time to celebrate and recognize students’ achievements and efforts on their journey to success. As Hooked on School Days says, “With the right support, everyone can persevere.” Here at Pathways, we couldn’t agree more....

Tapfuma graduated from Pathways Regent Park in 2013. He then studied Finance at Dalhousie University and is now an Underwriting Associate at Zurich Insurance Group. Tapfuma was born in Zimbabwe and moved to Toronto, Canada, with his mother when he was seven. They...

To create programming that is responsive to a young person’s high school experience, Ben Clost, program manager at Pathways Spryfield, works closely with the local high school, often communicating with guidance counsellors to discuss budding concerns affecting...

At Pathways Spryfield, the team is committed to continuously innovating program supports to amplify the strengths of the diversity of students they serve. And this includes examining ways to remove barriers to participation within their own programming space. Terry...