BGC London

About BGC London

BGC London is a registered Canadian charity and community organization located in the SoHo neighbourhood of London, Ontario. It serves a diverse range of community members, including children, youth, families, and adults aged 50 and over, by providing safe and enriching programs designed to foster leadership, physical health, and emotional well-being. The organization offers a wide variety of services tailored to different age groups. For children and youth, BGC London provides after-school programs, academic tutoring, life skills coaching, and nutritious meals. They also host swimming lessons, day camps, and P.A. camps during school breaks. Specific educational initiatives include the M.A.P. (My Action Plan to Education) program for students in grades 4 through 12, the Skilled4Success program for pre-employment skill development, and the Digital Creative Arts Centre, which serves as a hub for music and digital arts. Additionally, the organization provides recreation through Next Level Sports, which offers training in court sports, outdoor sports, wall climbing, and gymnastics. For adults aged 50 and over, the Horton Street 50+ Centre provides a dedicated space for daytime programming. This includes strength training, exercise classes, recreational swimming, and aquatics programs. The facility features a gym, a weight room, and two pools available for lane swims and lessons. BGC London has a long history of community service, with its roots dating back to 1956 when it was opened by the Royal Canadian Legion to support boys. Over the decades, it expanded to include girls and eventually transitioned into a multi-generational community hub. The organization is guided by core values of belonging, respect, encouragement, and empowerment. It is currently led by a board of directors including Chair Janette MacDonald and Vice Chair Maj. (Ret’d) R. Bruce Stock, CD.