Avenues is a Montreal-based non-profit organization that helps youth out of high school explore their opportunities using individualized, strength-based roadmaps and fostering lasting relationships with community organizations. Programming is centered on addressing the unique needs, values and strengths of each participant in the areas of well-being, education, and employment. Participation is voluntary and open to youth aged 17 to 35, not actively enrolled in secondary school, and residing in Montreal or the greater Montreal area.

Mission

Avenues empowers out-of-high school youth with diverse aspirations by accompanying them through the process of discovering and connecting with Montreal’s rich community resources, cultivating their autonomy, confidence, and well-being.  

Vision

Every youth, without exception, deserves access to services centered on care and community.

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Team

  • Jennifer Barrow

    Founder, Co-Executive Director and Facilitator

  • Rob Leclerc

    Founder, Co-Executive Director and Facilitator

  • Colin Throness

    Founder, Co-Executive Director and Facilitator

  • Lydia Risi

    Co-Executive Director (Partnerships)

  • John Commins

    Founder and Facilitator