The Need

More than ever before, Canada needs engaged young people who have the skills, tools, aptitudes and attitudes necessary to become expert, life long learners imbued with a passion to contribute to 21^st century society. There is no time to waste in preparing children and youth for a future where they must think critically, act collaboratively, embrace inclusivity, and encourage their inquisitiveness to deliver creative solutions to both entrenched and emerging challenges, expressed with clarity and conviction. The skills and abilities required for success in the 21^st century is now an educational priority.

The Challenge

There is increased concern for improving the important relationship between the quality of learning environments and student success. Existing core patterns and organizational practices don't seem to be serving our young Canadians as well as they used to; and student attendance, engagement and achievement are suffering as a result. The statistics are significant. For instance, student dropout rates across the country vary from as low as 10% to as high as 32%, and up to 60% of urban, suburban and rural students are chronically disengaged by high school.

How ArtsSmarts Helps

ArtsSmarts is uniquely positioned to address the challenges of student disengagement and the requirements of the 21st century learning agenda. Evaluative research into our approach of arts-infused, inquiry based teaching and learning has shown that ArtsSmarts can result in increased student attendance, engagement and success in a wide variety of school settings, especially with vulnerable Grade 6-12 students and those with special needs. Our numbers are significant. In 2010-2011 alone, ArtsSmarts has impacted the lives of over:

• 22,672 students
• 370 teachers
• 370 artists
• 286 schools

Just think what the impact has been since our inception 10 years ago! Whether it's a child in Northern Alberta who finds family healing when a brother decides to return to school after having dropped out, or a youth in Montreal who learns that her graffiti tagging can be embraced as a learning tool, ArtsSmarts helps children and youth bring their education and their community together in meaningful and life-changing ways.

How You Can Help

It is through this work that ArtsSmarts has become a leading organization, playing a vital role in transforming Canada's education models. And it's your investment in ArtsSmarts that supports our children as they take on the 21^st Century. 

Yes, your investment makes change possible. ArtsSmarts will develop more arts-infused, inquiry based teaching and learning opportunities across Canada. More children and youth will become engaged with their learning. Our young people will discover that they intrinsically have the tools for success. Communities will come together and celebrate success. 

Ways to Help

From monthly giving to one-time support, we encourage you to choose the most convenient way to invest that suites you:

• Through CanadaHelps
• By mail (PDF form)
• By telephone - call us at +416.888.1882 x 111

You can make the donation in your name or as a wonderful way to recognize someone extraordinary; in honour of a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary or wedding; or as a thoughtful tribute in memory of a family member, friend or colleague. A card will be sent on your behalf to acknowledge your gift and a receipt will be issued to you for income tax purposes.

If you wish to make a donation of securities, please contact us at +416.888.1882 x 111 and we will deal with your request promptly.  

And, if we haven't convinced you yet...

Watch our video on YouTube to find out what ArtsSmarts is all about and please give a child the gift of a powerful learning experience when you support ArtsSmarts today.

Please make your investment in ArtsSmarts now. There are many ways that you can invest in us. For more information or to make a gift by telephone, contact us at +416.888.1882 x 111.

Our charitable registration number is 80421 3551 RR0001.