Empowering the Youth

YorkCan
Foundation

Our Sponsors

We are grateful for the support of our sponsors who help make our mission possible.

About YorkCan

YorkCan is a dynamic, student-run non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth through innovative STEM and creative experiences. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators by providing engaging, hands-on learning opportunities that bridge the gap between education and real-world application. YorkCan operates as a fiscal sponsor, not affliated with York Region District School Board, and fosters clubs to gain official non-profit status.

STEM Focus

Engaging workshops and projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Creative Exploration

Programs that nurture creativity and innovation across various disciplines.

Peer-to-Peer Learning

Student-led initiatives that foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Community Impact

Projects that address local challenges and promote social responsibility.

Our Core Areas

At YorkCan, we focus on three key disciplines that form the foundation of innovation and progress in today's world.

Business

Developing entrepreneurial skills, strategic thinking, and understanding market dynamics to create future leaders in the business world.

  • Entrepreneurship workshops
  • DECA - like experience
  • Marketing and branding projects

Engineering

Fostering problem-solving skills, creativity, and technical knowledge to build the innovators of tomorrow.

  • Engineering competitions
  • Workshops
  • Sustainable design challenges

Mathematics

Cultivating logical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and analytical skills essential for various STEM fields.

  • Mathematics competitions
  • Applied mathematics projects
  • Contest workshops