Foundation Established
R.O.O.T.S. Cultural Foundation is founded in Ontario to serve disadvantaged and multicultural communities.
About R.O.O.T.S. Cultural Foundation
Rooted in service. Growing future leaders.
Since 1979, R.O.O.T.S. Cultural Foundation has helped young people and families move forward through education, cultural pride, mentorship and community service.
1979
Founded in Ontario
45+ years
Community service and youth support
One creed
Help others succeed
Our journey
A timeline of service, learning and community.
R.O.O.T.S. has grown with the community for more than four decades. These milestones show how our work expanded while the purpose stayed the same: help people succeed and prepare young people to lead.
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1979
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1985
Youth Support Begins
Mentorship and tutoring programs encourage young people in academics, confidence and cultural identity.
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1992
Arts & Music Festival
Community celebrations bring heritage, music and traditions from communities around the world together.
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2001
Scholarship Fund Created
Scholarship support expands access to higher education for young people facing financial barriers.
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2010
Outreach Expands
Programming broadens to economic literacy, entrepreneurship support and newcomer integration.
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2019
40th Anniversary
Four decades of service are celebrated with alumni, partners and community leaders.
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Today
Building the Future
R.O.O.T.S. continues to inspire, educate and support the next generation through culture, creativity and community action.
Our story
Honouring our roots while investing in what comes next.
R.O.O.T.S. (Rebirth of Old Times Sayings) Cultural Foundation is a volunteer-driven non-profit established in Ontario to assist people facing disadvantage and encourage young people toward education, cultural confidence and positive lifestyles.
We celebrate heritage while creating practical pathways to learning, leadership and service—so young people can understand where they come from and feel equipped for where they are going.
Who we are
Community first.
We connect young people and families with encouragement, learning opportunities and meaningful community relationships.
What we believe
One human race.
Our motto is “There’s only one race—the human race.” Our creed is simple: help others succeed.
What we do
Learn. Belong. Lead.
We highlight Future Leaders, deliver community programs and create experiences centred on education, culture and service.
Help potential take root
Be part of the next chapter.
Volunteer, partner, sponsor or support programs that help young people move forward with confidence.