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Venturing into the Outdoors, Leo’s Award Story

Leo is a Bronze Award Achiever and Silver Award Participant from British Columbia. As a participant who has a passion for the outdoors and adventure, The Award supports his goals. We are excited to share his story!

Welcoming His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh

We are delighted to welcome HRH, The Prince Edward in his first official visit to Canada as The Duke of Edinburgh. As the new patron of The Award, his visit celebrates 60 years of achievements of young people from 1963 to the present and future generations.

Becoming Self Aware, Vito’s Award Story 

Reaching Goals through Motivation, Jordan’s Award Story

Meet Jordan, a Silver Award Holder and Gold Participant from Manitoba. Jordan started the Award through Girl Guides, and it became a way to help her push her limits and reach her infinite potential.  

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.

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.

Pandemic Participant, Jacintha’s Award Story

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.

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.