How We’re Taking Action
Our Commitment to BIPOC Youth
We are intentional and thoughtful about the action we take, determined to make the most meaningful impact we can. We have looked at where efforts and investment are needed most to equip all youth with the tools and resources they can most use to succeed.
Youth reached through our projects and charitable partner programs.
Of youth surveyed say they are better prepared for the workforce after participating in a Future Launch funded program.
Community partners work with RBC across Canada to support youth.
Invested in programs and resources across the country since 2017.
We know that real change comes from within. We’re committed to making a long-term transformation here at RBC, and these are just some of the initiatives already underway.
RBC Career Launch Program
RBC Summer Tech Labs
More Student Programs
Future of Post-Secondary Education
More Thought Leadership
Launching Career Handbook
RBC Wealth Management Financial Literacy Program
RBC Race for the Kids
How Mental Health Apps Can Help
Finding Your Resilience E-Guide
More Mental Well-being Resources
RBC Emerging Artists
More RBC-Led Initiatives
In 2020, we committed to providing $50 million in focused funding through RBC Future Launch, to create meaningful and transformative pathways to prosperity for 25,000 BIPOC youth by 2025, with investments in areas such as skills development and mentoring.
Learn more about our commitment to BIPOC youth
RBC Action Plan Against Systemic Racism
There is no question that young people were disproportionately impacted by the economic fall-out of the COVID-19 pandemic, with education, employment, and mental health all significantly affected. RBC Future Launch offers ways for youth to stay engaged, connected and empowered through virtual opportunities that are always easy to access:
Future Launch at Home
RBC Upskill Powered by FutureFit AI
Mental Well-being Supports and Services
RBC, RBC Foundation and RBC Foundation USA have committed C$2 billion by 2035 in support of community ideas to seed, scale and sustain solutions to…
Rock My Business Start-Up Awards presents eight up-and-coming young entrepreneurs from across Canada.
Indigenous youth in Canada play an important role in shaping our future and supporting access to post-secondary education is a priority.
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