ProjectBe
What is ProjectBe?
Launched in 2016, ProjectBe is a GCWCC Youth Council cause-driven donation opportunity. It helps connect public servants with urgent community needs through awareness, volunteering and fundraising.
Over the past few years, we have focused our support on different causes, including refugee integration. The causes are selected through engagement with young and new professionals, reflecting a rich diversity of voices and backgrounds.
Through ProjectBe, you can support causes in the following four pillars. Our pillars may evolve to reflect emerging priorities among public servants.
Mental health
Mental health is as vital as physical health, yet it is too often overlooked. One in three Canadians will be affected by a mental illness in their life, with 70% of mental health problems starting in childhood or adolescence. People and caregivers managing chronic diseases often struggle with anxiety, depression, stress and exhaustion. Your support helps connect people to counselling, peer groups, education and stigma‑free care so that no one has to face mental health struggles alone.
Poverty reduction: From poverty to possibility
Poverty limits access, opportunity and dignity. Many families face difficult choices between food, rent and basic needs. Youth experiencing poverty are more likely to face housing instability and barriers to education and work. By supporting food security, housing and youth opportunities, we help move families from poverty to possibility.
Building health and equity in our communities
Many communities, especially racialized and low‑income ones, face systemic barriers that affect education, employment and well-being. By investing in equity‑focused programs and community partnerships, we help create safer, healthier and more inclusive communities for all.
Access to health support for vulnerable populations
Not everyone in Canada can access the care they need. Barriers like cost, distance and discrimination, especially for low-income, rural and racialized communities, can delay treatment and worsen health. Nearly 1 in 10 Canadians struggle to access care and many face significant out-of-pocket costs. These gaps can be closed by providing transportation, financial support, inclusive resources, system navigation and advocacy, making care more accessible and fairer for all.