Mission Statement

(Why we exist)

To help all Prince Edward Islanders, aged 14-24, discover and achieve their unlimited potential.

Vision Statement (where we are headed) ‐ All Prince Edward Islanders between the ages of 14 and 24 have the opportunity for life-shaping and empowering self development, by challenging themselves to develop new skills, help others, be active, and seek adventure.

National and Provincial Structure The Award Programme is a youth development programme, not a youth organization. In Canada, the administrative structure is as follows: The National Award Board of Directors and Staff The Divisional or Provincial Councils and Staff The user Units (Groups or Independents)

National/Provincial Flow-Chart National Council National Director Provincial President Provincial Council Provincial Director Leaders/Volunteers Independents Active Participants General Public Youth Ages 14 – 25 years Gold Award Society President Gold Award Society Gold Award Holders

Ten Operating Principles of the Award 1.

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Available to ALL young people, 14-24 Flexible Voluntary Balanced Progressive Achievement Focused “A marathon, not a sprint” “A process, not a prize” ENJOYABLE

Objectives Challenge young people between the ages of 14 and 24.

Be flexible enough to meet the needs and interests of all young people, regardless of: gender, ability, cultural background, geographic location, or socio-economic level.

Ensure that each participant “Reaches for his/her best,” while completing challenging goals.

Provide recognition for personal achievement within personal abilities and goals.

Help young people become responsible citizens

The Programme

Three Cornerstones Think – I C E Show I-MPROVEMENT Be C-HALLENGING Make an E-FFORT

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SECTIONS

Community Service Adventurous Journey Skills Physical Recreation

Community Service ‐ Keep in touch with the community through service learning

Adventurous Journey

Experience the outdoors through fun, adventure and exploration!

Skills

Learn something new! Enhance an existing skill!!

Physical Recreation

Develop healthy lifestyle choices - challenge yourself - learn something new!

Residential Project

Gold requirement Must be age 16 to participate Five days (four nights) minimum Can be spread over a series of weekends, within a 12 month period & same activity With peers other than usual companions

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LEVELS Bronze Silver Gold

Summary of Conditions BRONZE SILVER GOLD

Physical Recreation Skill Community Service Adventurous Journey Residential Project 3 months* 3 months* 3 months* 2 days + 1 night N/A Minimum age to start 14 years 6 months** 6 months** 6 months** 3 days + 2 nights N/A 15 years 12 months*** 12 months*** 12 months*** 4 days + 3 nights 5 days + 4 nights 16 years

* All participants must complete an additional 3 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service – this is called

SELECTING A MAJOR!

** Participants who have

not

achieved a Bronze Award must complete an additional 6 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service (

A “MAJOR

”) *** Participants who have

not

achieved a Silver Award must complete an additional 6 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service (

A “MAJOR

”)

3 Types of Adventurous Journey 1) Exploration – a purpose with a trip 2) Expedition – a trip with a purpose 3) Other Adventurous Journeys (need prior approval from Standards Director)

Bronze

Minimum 6 months

Community Service:

1 hr/week for 3 months (6 months for Major)

Skill:

1 hr/week for three months (6 months for Major)

Physical Recreation:

1 hr/week for 3 months (6 months for Major)

Adventurous Journey:

preliminary training, practice journey, followed by a 2 day activity

Silver

Minimum 6 months –(12 months for Direct Entry; must select a Major)

Community Service:

1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major)

Skill:

1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major)

Physical Recreation:

1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major)

Adventurous Journey:

preliminary training, overnight practice journey, followed by a 3-day activity

Gold

Minimum 12 months –(18 months for Direct Entry; must select a Major)

Community Service:

1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major)

Skill:

1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major)

Physical Recreation:

1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major)

Adventurous Journey:

preliminary training, overnight practice journey, followed by a 4-day activity

Residential Project:

4 nights, five days

Happy Birthday!

All Award Requirements must be accomplished by the Participant’s

25

th

Birthday.

Award Recognition

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BRONZE

Provincial Ceremony

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SILVER

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GOLD

Provincial Ceremony National/Royal Ceremony

Bronze Award Ceremony

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Achievers are recognized at a ceremony with a pin and certificate

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Presented by Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island

Silver Award Ceremony

Silver Award recipients receive their Certificate of Achievement from the Lieutenant Governor. (Ceremony May 2013 at Government House.)

Gold Award Ceremony

‐ Gold Award Achievers receive their Certificate of Achievement from a member of The Royal Family or the Governor General of Canada.

HRH The Earl of Wessex, The Prince Edward.

His Excellency, The Right Honourable David Johnson, Governor General of Canada Pier 21 – June 1, 2011 St Mary’s University May 2012

What’s In It For Me?

The Award is widely recognized by employers and schools; a great way to build experience and your resume.

The Award provides a great sense of personal achievement; new skills and interests; self development; and leadership skills.

Students in Prince Edward Island can receive high school credit. Other provinces check with your division.

ELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS ‐ Bronze and Silver Level or Silver Level Direct Entry – Duke of Edinburgh Bronze 11 (credit DOE521T) ‐ Gold Level or Gold Level Direct Entry – Duke of Edinburgh Gold 12 (credit DOE621T)

Frequently asked questions

“who wins an award anyway?“ "do I have to choose a new skill?“ " how long does it take?“ "is anyone ever turned down for an award?"

Q & A ‘s

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