School buildings are often under-utilized resources that can become vibrant centres of community if the right policies and programs are in place. UpStart works with partners to bring a change that will see increased community resources for children, youth and their families being offered in close-to-home locations such as schools.

Click to read UpStart’s report on re-imagining the role of schools in the community.

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Our initiatives include:

• Opening Schools for Recreation
• Calgary Learning Village Cooperative

UpStart is re-imagining schools to address community needs and 21st century realities.