The Society for Children and Youth (SCY) is looking for applicants to two expanded initiatives. School Streets promotes safer environments for children by creating car-free spaces near schools. Walking School Bus encourages physical activity while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by having volunteers walk with students to school. The current round of applications for Walking School Bus is focused on southern Vancouver Island. Applications for both programs are due to SCY October 15, 2024. See the SCY website for more details.