1. We have an opportunity to break the cycle of poverty for single mothers and their children

2. Homeward Bound Brockville Replicating WoodGreen’s Homeward Bound program (80% success rate) A holistic, 4 year job-readiness program that integrates key supports Program participants earn college diplomas, start careers Achieve economic self-sufficiency for themselves and their children

3. 4 Phases Skills training and academic upgrading – including financial literacy, soft skills, employability skills, high school diploma, college prep Formal education – college diploma (free) compatible with local labour market Internship – 14 week unpaid professional work experience in chosen field Employment – full-time, living wage

4. Key Supports Housing – (ours – full spectrum of housing supports – Alison), Mark - buildings Child care and support for school age children Case management and counselling Financial (living) – OW Financial – scholarships Ours – Canada Learning Bond Ours transportation supports

5. Partners Already! Mark Heffernan UCLG Interval House EEC L&G Poverty Reduction Alliance