NEW YOUTH ADVENTURE PROGRAM
Cancelled until further notice

Due to low registration, communication challenges, and perhaps timing of the introduction of this program coupled with current economics, we have decided with regrets and heavy hearts to cancel the introductory event in September, 2025.
 
Please EMAIL US NOW if you have any ideas of how to spread the word to youth in Canada via Rotary or any other avenues that are reasonable in cost.
 
The complete cost of the 5-day program for Clubs to register a participant was to be approximately $900.
 

The description of the program is below.

Adventures in Mountains, 2025

A new Rotary Adventure program has been designed for 15-18 years old individuals interested in an exploration of activities, history and current issues in the Canadian Rockies. Adventures in Mountain participants will experience a variety of expert-guided explorations of recreation and educational activities, in and around, the Canmore region.  AIM participants will focus on an understanding of the existing landscape, while engaging in creative thinking regarding the future of mountainous regions in Alberta and other parts of our country. In addition, students will be treated to outstanding Canmore hospitality and have the opportunity to make new friends from all parts of our great country.
 
Like other Rotary “Adventures” programs in Canada, registration will require sponsorship by a Rotary club.  
 
Youth Services
The youth projects and programming sponsored by our Club are handled by the Youth Services committee. Their work is involving youth in their own projects to bring the reward of a job well done, an understanding achieved or lives enriched.
 
We often hear that our youth is our future. This is certainly true and one of the reasons that we focus on literacy, leadership training, and expanding training in ethics for young people. These are the people who will be running our country and our world within the next 20 years.

Rotarians have always taken a sincere interest in helping to prepare the next generation-with programs and projects that help with health and education, and lead the way to world peace and understanding. Through our Rotary youth programs, we have the opportunity to not only provide service that is the keystone of our organization, but also to develop relationships and provide exposure to our wonderful organization and the ideals of "service above self" to the next generation.
 
Ongoing Rotary Youth Programs
DOWNLOAD THE 2025 BROCHURE HERE
 
**Please send us an email by April 17, 2025 with an expression of interest for any of the following programs.**
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)

RYLA is a leadership program coordinated by Rotary Clubs around the globe. Young people ages 13 - 30 are sponsored by Rotary Clubs to attend the event run by the club's district committee. RYLA is a leadership development program for young people who want to learn new skills, build their confidence, and have fun. Events range from one-day seminars to weeklong camps.

Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN)

RYPEN is a Rotary sponsored District Youth Service program. Students, from 13 - 17 years of age, from across District 5360 attend a weekend long camp designed at developing their potential through a mixture of lecture style sessions and adventure-based learning. Its aim is to communicate to young people a series of ideas, problems and social experiences which will assist them in forming their own values and moral standards.  A program of thought-provoking speakers, social situations, and personal challenges is offered. 

Adventures in Citizenship
The Rotary Club of Canmore sends one student each year on its annual "Adventure in Citizenship" Program in which some 220 senior high school students, from across Canada, spend four days in Ottawa experiencing tours, lectures, discussions and social events designed to enhance their understanding and appreciation of Canadian citizenship. Public figures including former Governor General Adrienne Clarkson, the Right Hon. Joe Clark, and the Hon. Ed Broadbent participated in the program as students. 
 
This annual event provides a unique opportunity for a selected group of young Canadians to come together to gain a better understanding of our country. Through meetings with political leaders, senior officials and others, they learn a great deal about the workings of our democratic institutions. Through meeting one another and having discussions among themselves, they learn to appreciate the diversity of Canada and the privileges and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship.
Adventures in Technology
Rotary Club of Canmore has committed to send local students to this program in 2018. AIT is a comprehensive, carefully planned four and one-half day event that allows Western Canadian Grade 11 and 12 students to explore advanced technology, research, development and applications. The experience enhances each participant's awareness and understanding of technology, the many ways it affects our lives, and the opportunities it holds for tomorrow.
 
Saskatoon has been a leader in applying various modes of technology for decades. The University of Saskatoon has been the incubator and Innovation Place is a natural extension of this. The Rotary Clubs of Saskatoon jointly organize and host approximately 30 students from across Western Canada, including Manitoba and northern Ontario. The AIT program is held during the last week in April. The students are billeted with Rotarians.
 
During their visit, students tour an exciting array of some of Canada's finest corporations and research facilities such as the University of Saskatchewan, Areva Resources Ltd, Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, and the Canadian Light Source. These organizations offer tours, provide hands-on opportunities and informative lectures. 
 
Donations
To direct a donation to Youth Services programming efforts by our club, it's as easy as clicking this button!
 
QUESTIONS?
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