An Assessor is an adult who mentors and guides Award participants throughout their chosen activities. They must be an adult who is knowledgeable and experienced in the chosen activity, and cannot be an immediate family member.
Why is an Assessor Important?
Mentorship is a key aspect of the Assessor’s role in the Award. Through mentorship and guidance, they help participants set challenging and realistic goals, gives feedback, and verifies the activity has been completed. Learning to connect with mentors is an important skill for the Award and for life. Building strong relationships with Assessors will provide participants with many benefits including direct support for their chosen activity, enhancing their networks, and maintaining a solid list of references to connect with for future opportunities.
Who Can Be an Assessor?
Often, an Assessor is someone the participant already knows, such as a teacher, coach, trainer, volunteer coordinator, community member, or family friend. An Assessor may directly supervise the activity or serve as a knowledgeable mentor who can provide guidance and feedback throughout the participant’s journey.
Participants are encouraged to identify different Assessors for each Award section, and Assessors cannot be immediate family members. If a participant is unsure who to ask, encourage them to reach out through their school, community, or personal networks to identify a suitable individual.
Ultimately, it is the Award Leader’s responsibility to determine whether a proposed Assessor is appropriate for the participant’s chosen activity.
What Does an Assessor Need to Do?
*Participants are responsible for arranging regular check-ins with their Assessors.
Download our Assessor Information Sheet for an overview of how being an Assessor helps empowers young Canadians to become the best version of themselves.
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