ANNUAL REPORT 2019-2020 Our Mission To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy JA Values • Demonstrate trust and integrity in all that we do • Respect youth and believe in their potential • Believe in the free enterprise system and promote entrepreneurial ideals • Encourage and promote volunteerism and volunteer leadership utilizing Canadian business experience • Commit to performance excellence and continually improve all that we do • Embrace collaborative and strategic alliances • Demonstrate leadership and teamwork Message from Greg Leipsic President & CEO, JA Manitoba Dear Donors and Partners: As we reflect on the past year, I cannot help but have very mixed feelings. This has been a difficult year for everyone and though our experiences have not been the same, we as a province certainly came together during this JA pandemic. JA Manitoba was headed for a record number of programs delivered and a Vision significant financial surplus but COVID had other plans for us, like many non- profits and for profit businesses. That being said, we had to change our focus, to certainly be more flexible and change our programs. In a matter of We will be recognized weeks, we digitized our signature programs through a national collaboration as vital to the success of the JA network across Canada so that we could continue to offer our of our youth in youth the opportunity to learn at home. reaching their potential through We have worked hard over the past number of months to have a suite of partnership with programs that are efficient and convenient for our educators to use. We business and know that this year will be once again challenging during the pandemic but educators in the we here at JA are committed to continuing the financial literacy education nationwide delivery of of young Manitobans. relevant business In this annual report, we highlight some of the great accomplishments of learning experiences our students across Manitoba. Finally, thank you to all of financial donors, by inspired volunteers and educators. We are deeply grateful for your support. volunteers. Sincerely, Greg Leipsic, President & CEO JA Manitoba Message from Brad Ross Chairman of the Board Like so many non-for-profit organizations, Junior Achievement Manitoba is adjusting to the “new normal” brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Our commitment to educate the youth on financial literacy remains the key priority and our challenge is to creatively adjust the strategic plan. By the first week of March, we had delivered 61% of our projected programming and then we had a hard stop. Over the past few years, the number of programs being delivered was on an upward trajectory with this past year forecasted to be the most programs delivered in more than a In my time decade. All this to say we were building student reach momentum and with JA I’ve while we pause……..we will re-build. There are many good days ahead for learned that JA Manitoba, and the team displayed agility finalizing the Company Program virtually. The strength of our operational team has helped our organization leadership move forward through this interruption. itself wasn’t a The Manitoba Business Hall of Fame Gala also felt the effect this past title, it was a spring. Inducting Hartley Richardson and Doug Harvey, two pillars in the decision and business community will have to wait. I understand that large formal gatherings in the future is a stretch to visualize today, however, the responsibility. credibility of this induction cannot be understated, and it was decided to postpone rather than rush a virtual ceremony. Keeping with the theme of change, I am proud to be handing the Chair’s gavel to Jeff Koziuk. He brings a solid understanding of the organization to the Chair role, holding a Vice Chair position over the past few years. Jeff’s leadership will most certainly inject a fresh perspective driving new Betty Mae, initiatives at the board level. It has been an honor to serve as Board Chair 2020 and I look forward to staying involved with the organization and Company contributing as Past Chair. Program Regards, President of the Year Brad Ross JA Manitoba Chairman of the Board Fast Facts - 2019/2020* 149 Manitoba students volunteers participated in a JA program 349 Programs Schools 226 Programs CANCELLED** *until March 13, 2020 **due to Covid-19 Our Pillars JA programs inspire students to understand their potential, set life goals and succeed at school and in business. JA in Canada reaches more than 268,000 students annually in 9,440 schools through a network of approximately 11,043 corporate and community volunteers spread throughout ten provinces. JA works in partnership with educators, volunteers, and businesses to bring the “real world” into the classroom to educate students about: Financial Literacy JA empowers students to make smart, lifelong financial choices. Through our financial literacy programs, students learn how to create and manage wealth. They develop skills in areas such as budgeting, investing, and creating financial plans. Work Readiness Achievers are more likely to stay in school and earn more than students who don’t participate in our programs. Our work readiness programs give students invaluable career- building skills that they can use throughout their lives. Students learn how to communicate, network, interview for jobs, and collaborate with diverse groups of people to achieve common goals. Entrepreneurship JA inspires youth to start their own businesses, create jobs, and contribute to the Canadian economy. In our entrepreneurship programs, students gain first-hand experience in running a successful business. They learn how to create business plans, innovate, manage teams, and take a new product to market. Our volunteers use a variety of learning methods in our programs including hands-on activities, classroom discussions, and e-learning. They also share their personal experiences to help students see how these lessons apply to the real world. This engages students, so they can retain and use the knowledge long after the program ends. Students leave programs feeling inspired, ready to make a positive difference in their communities and confident in their abilities. Postponed due to Covid-19, date to be determined Manitoba Business Hall of Fame Supporters PRESENTING SPONSOR Gold Silver Bronze James Richardson & Sons, Limited The Asper Foundation and Affiliated Companies CIBC Canad Inns Johnston Group Taylor McCaffrey LLP Gerry and Barb Price Maxim Truck & Trailer MediGas Manitoba Ltd. Princess Auto Foundation PWC Table Sponsors AON Canada Inc. Navistar Canada ULC Royal Canadian Properties Bison Transport Palliser Furniture Holdings Limited BMO Financial Group Payworks SAS Institute Canada Caisse Financial Group Pitblado The Buller Foundation CDEM Pollard Family Foundation Tryton Investment Company ClaimSecure Qualico Tundra Oil Conviron-Controlled RBC Western Financial Group Environments Ltd Red River College Winnipeg Building & Fillmore Riley LLP Royal Aviation Museum of Decorating Ltd. Hotel Fort Garry Western Canada Wynward Insurance Group Friends of JA Manitoba BFL Canada Gallagher Insurance St. Boniface Hospital Blake Fitzpatrick and Shelley Betton John and Margy Nelson Foundation Bruce Bennett and Shawna Cook Marnie Strath and Robert Friesen Travel Manitoba Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation Mercer Waterford Global Inc. Dave Hill Law Corporation Michael Leipsic World Trade Centre Devin McManus Pat and Lee Meagher Winnipeg OUR FINANCIAL SUPPORTERS 2019/20 proved to be an exciting and unprecedented year. Thank you to our many long–standing and newly arrived Sponsors and Donors who provided the financial and volunteer resources needed to reach 8,273 Manitoba students. $100K+ $1K – $4999 Province of Manitoba - Fairstone Financial MB4Youth, Children & Youth Opportunities McCain Foundation Wawanesa $45K+ Winnipeg Goldeyes Field of Dreams Foundation RBC Foundation World Trade Centre Winnipeg $15K - $25K $500 – $999 CN in honour of Louie Tolaini Canada Helps Campaign Manitoba Hydro East Kildonan-Transcona Community Committee Pool Pros $10K – $14 999K Town of Minnedosa CWB National Leasing Town of Neepawa CIBC Under $500 IG Wealth Management All Charities Campaign $5K – $9999 RM of Taché Actuarial Foundation of Canada RM of West Interlake BACF Town of Carman and RM of Dufferin Friesens (Vantage Productions) by Made Here Charitable Please accept our sincere apologies if we Donation unintentionally omitted any corporation, organization or individual who has contributed to JA Manitoba in Rogers 2019/2020. Please advise the JA Manitoba office of SAFE Work Manitoba / WCB any error so that we may correct our records TD Canada Our Programs and Delivery elementary school program More than Money The JA More than Money program teaches elementary students about earning, spending, sharing, and saving money. 24 Classes 464 Students Our Business World In JA’s Our Business World program, elementary students explore how businesses are created and what makes them thrive. Using games and multimedia, students learn about innovation, start-ups, and self- employment. 55 Classes 1082 Students Our Community Our Community – Needs, Jobs, Tools gives elementary school students the building blocks for a successful career – right here at home! The program shows students how business shapes our lives and strengthens society. 60 Classes 1167 Students middle school program Dollars with Sense Presented by Caisse Financial. Through the newly updated program, Grade 7-9 students get the vital