Duke of Ed

The world's leading youth achievement award

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Determine what level is right for you. The Award is divided into three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold.

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Who we are

The Duke Edinburgh’s International Award is an internationally recognized program for young people, building their skills to equip them for life and work. By creating opportunities for young people to develop skills, get physically active, give service and experience adventure, the Award can play a critical role in their development.

THE AWARD IN CANADA

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a global award
that allows young people to determine what they are passionate about, regardless of their background, culture or access to resources

Our Framework

There are four Sections of activities for all Award levels, plus a Gold Project for the Gold Award only.

The Sections

service

Give back

The Award encourages young people to spend time volunteering in their community, which both benefits others and contributes to their own growth and well-being.

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skill development

Find your genius

The Award encourages young people to spend time volunteering in their community, which both benefits others and contributes to their own growth and well-being. Participants can choose to improve on an existing skill or try something completely new, as they develop personal interests and enhance their practical and social skills.

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physical recreation

Break a sweat

Physical Recreation encourages healthy behavior not only for Participants, but also for their communities, via improved health, or active participation in team activities. This section specifically aims to impacts the health, team skills, self-esteem and confidence of Participants.

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adventurous journey

Get Wild

The Adventurous Journey sparks exploration and drives a sense of adventure, as small teams plan, train and undertake a journey through an unfamiliar environment.

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gold project

Go away, explore, discover

Completed at the Gold level, the Gold Project provides a Participant the opportunity to learn how to work with people of different backgrounds, develop skills and build confidence living in new environments.