The Resource Centre for Youth (TRC) project was initiated in 1998 by a group of community agencies, business leaders, government service providers and youth who were concerned about young people and how Saint John was providing for youth at risk within our community.
Statistics show that in Saint John, 1 in 3 youth are living in poverty, we also have the highest rate of poverty, over $900,000 was spent to jail our youth and over 800 youth between the ages of 16 and 24 are living on Social Assistance. This clearly demonstrates why the TRC plays a critical role in meeting the needs for our community.
The vision for the TRC is simple, provide one stop shopping for youth in Saint John, between the ages of 12 to 24 where they can access Health Services, Self Development Programs, Life Skill Programs, Work Readiness Initiatives, in addition to Recreation and Community Services.
Through the expansion of the facility the TRC can provide greater opportunities for youth, growth in the essential programs, integrate and strengthen existing programs and hopefully reduce the number of youth at risk within our community.
I fully support this initiative and The Rotary Club of Saint John's effort to raise the funds needed to make the Vision of the TRC become a reality. I can think of no better way to help the young people in our community. It is my hope that you share my thoughts and will generously support this campaign.
During the kickoff, Lino and Mike unveiled the artist's rendition of the proposed look for the new TRC building.
