Emole Futures Initiative was incorporated in April 2026. In our first year we launched connected programs in STEM, AI, business and leadership for Black youth and other underrepresented youth in Kingston, Ontario. Every number on this page is verified, and we update it after each cohort.
Last updated: October 2026
* Counts each time a young person took part in a program or session. Some youth joined more than one, so this is not a count of unique individuals.
Each program builds on the last, so young people can move from exploring to leading.
An 8-week business and entrepreneurship program covering fundamentals, leadership and real-world exposure, delivered virtually and in person.
Hands-on Saturday STEM learning for Grades 2–8 in two age-based cohorts, held at the public library in Kingston.
A virtual program for Grades 9–12 covering AI literacy, prompting and practical projects. Each student finishes by building their own AI assistant.
Graduates of our Business program build leadership through service, volunteering each week to support younger STEM learners.
Incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act.
Four high school students complete an 8-week business and entrepreneurship program.
Students tour a manufacturing business in Paris, Ontario and learn about operations and entrepreneurship.
About 7 high school students hear from career speakers Thandi Nkole and Tayo Akinwale about their journeys and lessons learned.
23 students begin, with a library orientation, team activities and a cup-stacking challenge.
High school students start 8 weeks of virtual AI learning.
Business program graduates return as volunteers supporting younger learners.
We track six outcome areas across every program and will report results here as each cohort finishes.
Who joins, who stays and who finishes.
Growth measured at the start and end of each cohort.
Understanding of education and career options.
Projects, pitches and presentations completed.
Time with mentors, speakers and industry.
Short surveys after every program.
Our fall STEM program is supported by scholarship sponsors, local food supporters who provide meals, a public library venue partner and university student instructors. Their scholarships help more families take part.
Become a sponsor →Your partnership helps keep our programs accessible for Black youth and other underrepresented youth in Kingston.