Tools and resources

Tools and resources

Tools and resources to help kids stay in school and succeed

The Desjardins Foundation supports many organizations that work to promote academic success. We also partner with organizations to develop tools to help parents and teachers.

Our youth need recognition and acknowledgement to stay motivated in school. It's up to us to support and encourage them.

Partner organizations and other resources

Promoting language development with the public libraries of Quebec

We're helping the Association des bibliothèques publiques du Québec to introduce its Biblio-Jeux program in libraries across the province. The program was developed by speech language therapists who use family games to develop the oral and written language skills of children from 6 months to 12 years of age. Qualified library staff can help families with the games.

Find libraries that offer the Biblio-Jeux program (site in French only)

Jeunes musiciens du monde

We help the organization systemize its musical and social pedagogical approach, allowing thousands of children and teens in high-risk environments to have fun learning music to help them develop their full potential.

Learn more about Jeunes musiciens du monde (site in French only)

Lire et faire lire

The Foundation supports Lire et faire lire, an organization that promotes the joy of reading and a love of books among children ages 4 to 8, while building connections between generations. The Desjardins Foundation's contribution allows the organization to increase the reach of its program and directly help more children in daycare centres and schools across Ontario and Quebec.

Learn more about Lire et faire lire (site in French only)

Institut Pacifique

Social relations are important for young people, allowing them to develop throughout their lives. That's why we're helping the Institut Pacifique to revamp and roll out their Vers le pacifique program. The program offers workshops in daycares and elementary schools to teach young people important interpersonal skills such as managing their emotions, resolving conflicts and peer mediation. The Institut Pacifique also offers free tools for families.

Learn more about the Institut Pacifique (site in French only)

Partner organizations and other resources

Alloprof Parents

We support Alloprof Parents, which provides a wide range of free tools related to children's education.

You'll have access to articles, downloadable resources, videos and content from experts, as well as a service for receiving specialized advice by phone, email or Messenger.

Learn more about Alloprof Parents

Promoting language development with the public libraries of Quebec

We're helping the Association des bibliothèques publiques du Québec to introduce its Biblio-Jeux program in libraries across the province. The program was developed by speech language therapists who use family games to develop the oral and written language skills of children from 6 months to 12 years of age. Qualified library staff can help families with the games.

Find libraries that offer the Biblio-Jeux program (site in French only)

Encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in young people

We have helped Youth Fusion launch an entrepreneurship program at several rural, urban and aboriginal schools. Tailored to K-12 students most at risk of dropping out of school, this program introduces them to the business world by having them create and experience the daily reality of an organization in a field they’re excited about–all within the school context. Throughout the school year, they develop skills such as collaboration, problem solving and organization, alongside other disciplines including languages, math, technology and finance.

Articles, downloadable resources, videos and videoconferences are available, as well as an online forum and phone service to speak directly with experts.

Learn more about the entrepreneurship program

Tools

Mental health awareness

We support Fondation Jeunes en tête in their mission to prevent mental distress in young people ages 11 to 18. We contribute to a Quebec-wide program for high school students that teaches them to build good mental health habits. Our support also helps to create tools for parents, teenagers and teachers, including:

See all tools

Pamphlet: Lending a kid a helping hand

Created in partnership with Kids Help Phone, this pamphlet identifies the signs that a problematic situation is affecting your child's well-being and explains how you can help.

See Lending A Kid A Helping Hand

Partner organizations and other resources

Helping young people find their dream job

We are proud to support Academos in their mission of helping young people find a career that excites them. We help by contributing to the development of their mentoring platform, which allows young people to chat with professionals in various fields, as well as by creating content for parents guiding their kids during this milestone.

Learn more about Academos

Encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in young people

We have helped Youth Fusion launch an entrepreneurship program at several rural, urban and aboriginal schools. Tailored to K-12 students most at risk of dropping out of school, this program introduces them to the business world by having them create and experience the daily reality of an organization in a field they’re excited about–all within the school context. Throughout the school year, they develop skills such as collaboration, problem solving and organization, alongside other disciplines including languages, math, technology and finance.

Learn more about the entrepreneurship program

Scholarships to help students stay in school

To help keep kids in school, we award scholarships in partnership with several organizations:

Want to apply for these scholarships?

Support for young people who need help

Our contributions to Kids Help Phone makes the organization's live chat services more accessible so that young people can find the best support and a sympathetic ear.

Kids Help Phone offers free, 24/7 professional counselling and information to young people across Canada who need help and have nowhere else to turn.

Learn more about Kids Help Phone

Mental health awareness

Do you want to learn more about mental health? Fondation Jeunes en tête offers a complete toolkit, which includes tools and tips on how adolescence works, how to react when things go wrong and how to keep your mental balance on a daily basis. Here’s an overview:

See all tools

Scholarships to help students stay in school

To help keep kids in school, we award scholarships in partnership with several organizations:

Want to apply for these scholarships? You can get more information from your educational institution.

Encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in young people

We have helped Youth Fusion launch an entrepreneurship program at several rural, urban and aboriginal schools. Tailored to K-12 students most at risk of dropping out of school, this program introduces them to the business world by having them create and experience the daily reality of an organization in a field they’re excited about–all within the school context. Throughout the school year, they develop skills such as collaboration, problem solving and organization, alongside other disciplines including languages, math, technology and finance.

Learn more about the entrepreneurship program

Academos, to find your dream job

Do you know about Academos? It's an app to help you find your dream job. This social networking platform introduces young people to the working world and helps them determine what they want to do professionally.

You can talk with mentors who work in a field you're interested in.

Learn more about Academos

Parliament Hill internships

We give young Canadian university graduates the opportunity to intern on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, where they become fully immersed in Canadian democratic life.

Learn more about the Canadian Political Science Association

Help for young people at Auberges du cœur

We provide young people staying in Auberge du cœur youth shelters the tools they need to stay in school. The funds donated by the Desjardins Foundation go towards meeting each centre's specific needs, which may include tutoring services, school supplies and computers.

Learn more about Auberges du cœur
(site in French only)

Literacy scholarships

The Desjardins Foundation supports the Go Getters' bursaries which recognize the perseverance and determination of adults who have successfully made efforts to improve their literacy skills and situation.

Learn more about the Literacy Foundation

Support when you need it

If talking to an adult you trust is not an option, Kids Help Phone offers free, 24/7 professional counselling and information to young people across Canada.

Our contributions to Kids Help Phone makes the organization's live chat services more accessible so that young people can find the best support and a sympathetic ear.

Learn more about Kids Help Phone

Partner organizations and other resources

Alloprof Parents

We support Alloprof Parents, which provides a wide range of free tools related to children's education.

You'll have access to articles, downloadable resources, videos and content from experts, as well as a service for receiving specialized advice by phone, email or Messenger.

Learn more about Alloprof Parents

Encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in young people

We have helped Youth Fusion launch an entrepreneurship program at several rural, urban and aboriginal schools. Tailored to K-12 students most at risk of dropping out of school, this program introduces them to the business world by having them create and experience the daily reality of an organization in a field they’re excited about–all within the school context. Throughout the school year, they develop skills such as collaboration, problem solving and organization, alongside other disciplines including languages, math, technology and finance. If you'd like to participate in this program with your students, check out their project platform.

Learn more about the entrepreneurship program

Institut Pacifique

Social relations are important for young people, allowing them to develop throughout their lives. That's why we're helping the Institut Pacifique to revamp and roll out their Vers le pacifique program. The program offers workshops in daycares and elementary schools to teach young people important interpersonal skills such as managing their emotions, resolving conflicts and peer mediation. The Institut Pacifique also offers free tools for families.

Learn more about the Institut Pacifique (site in French only)

Jeunes musiciens du monde

We help the organization systemize its musical and social pedagogical approach, allowing thousands of children and teens in high-risk environments to have fun learning music to help them develop their full potential.

Learn more about Jeunes musiciens du monde (site in French only)

Lire et faire lire

The Foundation supports Lire et faire lire, an organization that promotes the joy of reading and a love of books among children ages 4 to 8, while building connections between generations. The Desjardins Foundation's contribution allows the organization to increase the reach of its program and directly help more children in daycare centres and schools across Ontario and Quebec.

Learn more about Lire et faire lire (site in French only)

Tools

Mental health awareness

We support Fondation Jeunes en tête in their mission to prevent mental distress in young people ages 11 to 18. We contribute to a Quebec-wide program for high school students that teaches them to build good mental health habits. Our support also helps to create tools for parents, teenagers and teachers, including:

Learn more about school workshops

See all tools

Partner organizations and other resources

Alloprof Parents

We support Alloprof Parents, which provides a wide range of free tools related to children's education.

You'll have access to articles, downloadable resources, videos and content from experts, as well as a service for receiving specialized advice by phone, email or Messenger.

Learn more about Alloprof Parents

Encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in young people

We have helped Youth Fusion launch an entrepreneurship program at several rural, urban and aboriginal schools. Tailored to K-12 students most at risk of dropping out of school, this program introduces them to the business world by having them create and experience the daily reality of an organization in a field they’re excited about–all within the school context. Throughout the school year, they develop skills such as collaboration, problem solving and organization, alongside other disciplines including languages, math, technology and finance. If you'd like to participate in this program with your students, check out their project platform.

Learn more about the entrepreneurship program

Scholarships to help students stay in school

To help keep kids in school, we award scholarships in partnership with several organizations:

Want to apply for these scholarships?

Jeunes musiciens du monde

We help the organization systemize its musical and social pedagogical approach, allowing thousands of children and teens in high-risk environments to have fun learning music to help them develop their full potential.

Learn more about Jeunes musiciens du monde (site in French only)

Support for young people who need help

Our contributions to Kids Help Phone makes the organization's live chat services more accessible so that young people can find the best support and a sympathetic ear.

Kids Help Phone offers free, 24/7 professional counselling and information to young people across Canada who need help and have nowhere else to turn.

Learn more about Kids Help Phone

Legal information for young people

We support the educational component of Éducaloi by helping them continue to offer free legal information in schools to nearly 50,000 students each year.

The Youth Zone section of the Éducaloi website features over 100 articles on topics geared to 12- to 17-year-olds.

Learn more about Éducaloi

Tools

Helping young people find their dream job

We are proud to support Academos in their mission of helping young people find a career that excites them. We help by contributing to the development of their mentoring platform, which allows young people to chat with professionals in various fields, as well as by creating content for parents guiding their kids during this milestone.

Learn more about Academos

Partner organizations and other resources

Parliament Hill internships

We give young Canadian university graduates the opportunity to intern on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, where they become fully immersed in Canadian democratic life.

Learn more about the Canadian Political Science Association

The Desjardins Foundation supports the Go Getters' bursaries which recognize the perseverance and determination of adults who have successfully made efforts to improve their literacy skills and situation.

Learn more about the Literacy Foundation

Scholarships to help students stay in school

To help keep kids in school, we award scholarships in partnership with several organizations:

Want to apply for these scholarships?