Licensed to Learn

At L2L, we are aiming to commemorate one of our first patrons, who believed in the power of service and leadership.

Alongside fighting for racial equity for Black Canadians, Lincoln M. Alexander was a patron and advocate for the Licensed to Learn program since 2002. With the support of Lincoln M. Alexander, Licensed to Learn (L2L) has been able to support over 40,000 young people across Canada. At Licensed to Learn, we continue to provide barrier-free access to academic support, leadership training, and opportunities for community engagement across Canada.

On this date, September 20, 1968, Lincoln Alexander gave his first speech in the House of Commons as the first Black Canadian elected as a Member of Parliament in Canada. On this date, September 20, 1985, Lincoln Alexander was sworn in as Ontario’s 24th Lieutenant Governor. This appointment made him the first Black Canadian to serve as a vice-regal in Canada.

To further recognize Lincoln Alexander’s exemplary legacy of service and leadership, we are asking all of you to support our effort to install a commemorative bust in his likeness, to be housed at Queen’s Park in Toronto, alongside other Canadians who’ve made lasting contributions to our shared community.

Donate at: https://l2l.ca/lincoln-alexander-bust/

At L2L, we want to make sure our students and teachers feel confident and empowered as they join our Licensed To Learn program.

One of our teachers said, "As an educator, I gave it a lot of thought, and I chose the L2L organization because of its vision and its mission statement. And I am glad I did!"

She continued to express how she strongly believes that L2L does not only provide an education to students but a sense of hope as well, "Not only do I feel that I am helping build capacity among our young people to lead, but I also feel that I am directly or indirectly providing hope for the neediest students in our schools. And isn’t it hope that helps us define what we want in our future lives?"

- Anna Enenajor, Teacher.