IMPACT
INSPIRING POTENTIAL. BUILDING FUTURES.
For over 60 years, JA Canada has empowered millions of young Canadians with the skills and confidence to succeed.
$105M
Direct economic impact each year
$45:$1
Return to society for every $1 invested
3X
More likely to hold middle or senior management roles
6,500
Empowered young entrepreneurs annually
How JA Creates Impact
JA programs create measurable, lasting change through experiential learning and volunteer mentorship.
Theory of Change
We believe that when students believe they can succeed, they are more likely to set goals, stay motivated, and persist through challenges. This belief, known as self-efficacy, is at the core of the JA experience.
How JA Measures Impact
JA programs achieve measurable, lasting outcomes by equipping youth with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed through hands‑on learning, volunteer mentorship, and meaningful connections to real‑world experiences.
Succeed
Learning experiences that are applied to demonstrate mastery of skills, including credentialing, tradeshows and competitions.
Prepare
Learning that equips youth with skills that help prepare them for work and real life including facilitated classroom programs and event experiences.
Inspire
Learning experiences that spark interest and awareness, such as webinars, activity modules and learning videos.
Impact Reports
Learn more about JA’s results and outcomes through our annual and featured impact reports.
Additional Reports
Volunteers in Action
JA volunteers bring real world learning to life. Annually close to 10,000 volunteers share their time, expertise, and mentorship to bring JA programs to life in classrooms and communities.
100 Million Alumni
Learn more about JA alumni who are changemakers and positively impacting communities locally and globally.
Hear from youth, volunteers, and educators showing what JA looks like in action across Canada.