Our Mission
The Edify Foundation is a student-led, non-profit organization dedicated to preparing high school students for life beyond graduation. Our programs focus on the interconnected areas of well-being, career development, and higher education. By equipping students with practical skills, career insights, and strategies for healthy living, we empower them to thrive in their studies, pursue meaningful careers, and contribute positively to their communities.
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Our Progress
Our Timeline
May 2023
Edify Foundation Established
The Edify Foundation was established by a group of university students with a shared mission to provide standardized, accessible education in health, wellness, financial literacy, and career development to the youth of Metro Vancouver.
Nov 2023
First Workshop at Carson Graham Secondary
The Foundation delivered its first in-person workshop series at Carson Graham Secondary, engaging 40 students in career and university planning. The series concluded with a panel of university students responding to questions.
May 2024
Officially Incorporated
The Edify Foundation was formally incorporated as a non-profit with Corporations Canada, marking a key milestone in its mission to expand educational access for youth across British Columbia.
May 2024
Workshops at West Vancouver Secondary
Tailored sessions at West Vancouver Secondary’s IB program covering career planning, university applications, and post-secondary transitions. Over 100 students participated.
June 2024
Social Impact Grant
Awarded $4,500 via Latincouver’s Social Impact Grant (Canada Service Corps), supporting expanded programming and campus tours at Sutherland Secondary.
Oct 2024
Workshops at Sutherland Secondary
Over 200 students at Sutherland Secondary participated in comprehensive career-planning workshops—our largest in-person series to date.
Nov 2024
UBC & SFU Campus Tours
Guided tours at UBC and SFU for 80 students, each featuring undergraduate panels for direct exposure to campus life.
Nov 2024
Rockridge Workshop
A focused university planning workshop for over 40 students at Rockridge Secondary, offering practical guidance on post-secondary options.
Apr 2025
Chapman Innovation Grant
Received $10,000 via the Chapman Innovation Grant (UBC), enabling expansion of digital resources and outreach.
Apr 2025
NVSD Partnership
Established a partnership with North Vancouver School District to build a multilingual online toolkit for career & university planning.
