ARIES Program

Provided by: Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA)

Service Description

An alternative education program for Indigenous youth ages 13 to 16 whose needs are not being met in traditional school programs. The program runs full time, five days a week, and provides a safe, respectful, and culturally relevant space. Recognizes and respects each student's unique strengths, goals, interests, needs, and history. Works with students to identify their goals and create an Individual Education Plan. Sixteen spaces are designated for students who have been referred by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Four spaces are open to students who do not have a file open with MCFD.

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