Branches
Connect. Support. Grow.
Co-building paths to support lifelong learning.
Branches works with communities and partners to create sustainable programming that encourages young students to persevere and become lifelong learners. Our transformative mentorship opportunities and networks of support help under-represented learners plan their educational paths.
Indigenous learners
We never run out of ideas to engage with Indigenous students and their families. Discover our programming and resources for Indigenous communities.
Black learners
Check out our programming and resources for Black youth and adults. Start planning your future in higher education.
Inclusive Futures
We aim to motivate and empower youth by reducing barriers and increasing access to higher education.
What's on at Branches
As we expand our reach, our community and initiatives continue to grow. Read our latest updates and plan to get involved with us soon!
Studying at McGill
An important part of our mission is to increase the enrolment of underrepresented groups at McGill, including Black and Indigenous students. Our outreach team offers guidance and support.
Meet Branches' team and the amazing students and recent graduates who work with us as Student Ambassadors and Program Assistants.
Meet the amazing students from across McGill who volunteer as mentors and tutors with Branches.
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News and success stories
Two new Indigenous artworks added to McGill’s Visual Arts Collection
Commissioning a beaded logo was proposed by the staff at Branches, “They knew what they wanted and asked me if I was willing to bring them to life,” said Thompson, who is from the Mohawk Nation at Akwesasne. “I was kind of blown away by them reaching out. I’m honoured to be part of this initiative to connect with Indigenous students.”
Cultivating Indigenous Knowledge and Community at McGill
“Seeing the friendships and connections being forged within the group was one of the highlights this summer. These friendships are special, and I see that the students have carried them beyond the summer internship. McGill’s Indigenous community has blossomed since the beginning of IMPRESS. Now, with three cohorts of students, there’s a sense of community at events on campus. You have a place at the university and will always find a friendly face.”
Science and stargazing with Indigenous students in Chisasibi
We teamed up with McGill's Trottier Space Institute to launch the first Outbound Explore McGill! Together with the Cree community of Chisasibi in Northern Quebec, we spent the week sharing knowledge and experiences with young minds, igniting a passion for science, and inspiring future generations of scientists!
PYP for Black Youth paves the way for Black students to study at McGill
“It was so refreshing to meet such inspiring individuals who went through what I went through,” shares Pick Your Path for Black Youth participant.
IMPRESS 2022 takes Indigenous undergraduate students on a path of research and discovery
IMPRESS participants were paired with a professor or a professional from a McGill unit. Read about the success of IMPRESS and stay tuned for IMPRESS 2023!
