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March 24, 2023

Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset, Justin’s Award Story

Meet Justin, a Bronze and Silver Award holder from Ontario. Justin used opportunities promoted by the Award experience to develop a passion for software development and grow an entrepreneurial mindset.

March 03, 2023

Capturing the Moments, Gabe’s Award Story

Meet Gabe, a Bronze Award participant from Ontario. Gabe has been grateful for the Award allowed him to grow his passion for photography and develop an interest in the outdoors.

February 24, 2023

Pandemic Participant, Jacintha’s Award Story

Jacintha is a proud Bronze and Silver Award holder from Ontario who has overcome challenges, accomplished goals, and discovered her passion.

Jacintha was an active member prior to the Award but has learned the Award doesn’t compare because of its variety and values. The Duke of Edinburgh Award program teaches the value of hard work, fosters the importance of relationships, and gaining connections with community members, and has witnessed how passion can truly be turned into purpose. As a freshman in High School, Jacintha successfully completed the Bronze Award. She had such a great experience in all areas of the Award which motivated her to continue to the Silver Award.

February 17, 2023

Developing Purpose, Charles’ Award Story

Meet Charles, a Gold Award participant from Calgary, AB. Since becoming an Award participant, Charles has grown in his communication, and accountability, and developed purpose in his life. The Award has impacted how Charles views social situations and is more willing to connect with diverse groups of people who he can learn new perspectives from.

February 10, 2023

An Unexpected Experience, Danny’s Award Story

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February 03, 2023

Habits that Last, Anne’s Award Story

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Meet Anne, a Gold Award achiever from Saskatoon, SK. The Award has impacted how Anne sets goals, takes action in her community, and approaches and solves problems. Anne is now more willing to take on challenging opportunities because of the Award and understanding the rewards that will follow.

January 16, 2023

Statement on the passing of The Honourable David C. Onley

Stephen De-Wint, CEO of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Canada has released the following statement on the passing of the Honourable David C. Onley, 28th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario (2007-2014): It is with great sadness that my team and I have learned about the passing of The Honourable David C. Onley, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. On behalf of the Award in Canada and in particular our Ontario volunteers and staff, I would like to send our condolences to his wife Ruth Ann, to their children and extended families.

#LeadersofToday December 08, 2022

An Eventful Adventurous Journey, Lydia’s Award Story

Lydia is a Bronze and Silver Award Achiever and current Gold Participant in Alberta. The Adventurous Journey’s Participants go on are some of the most exciting and life changing opportunities. Lydia is no exception; we are so proud of the way she and her group overcame challenges while on the trail.