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Boxing, Mentoring, and Hope for At-Risk Youth | Edmonton News
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- Sep 10, 2026
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Summary
Two million dollars from the federal government is fueling a bold new initiative in Edmonton: Empire Fighting Chance, a non-contact boxing and mentoring program designed to steer at-risk youth away from trouble by building discipline, mental health skills, and confidence. Rooted in a successful English model and run through REACH Edmonton, it’s proving transformative—like a 15-year-old who ditched fights for martial arts and now focuses on school and his future. Officials say boxing gyms offer a safer, more welcoming entry point than traditional counseling, especially for kids in gangs or crisis. With early intervention and community collaboration, this program aims to create lasting generational change—one punch, one mentor, one life at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1f49ece3245b6d70