Junior Achievement (JA) of Newfoundland and Labrador, a not-for-profit registered charity, is one of 15 charters in Canada.  JA inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy by delivering innovative in-school and after-school business education programs to elementary, junior high, and high school students.  JA programs prepare students for work and life success by instilling critical competencies related to financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship.

Junior Achievement of Newfoundland and Labrador was established in 1985 and began by servicing 159 students in St. John’s.  Today, JA programs are delivered province wide by approximately 300 volunteers reaching an average of 5,000 students annually.  Cumulatively since 1985, JA has served over 120,000 students in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Purpose

To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.

Values

Belief in the boundless potential of young people.

Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship.

Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity and excellence in how we do it.

Respect for the talents, creativity, perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals.

Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration.