Welcome to the Gold Award achievers Recognition Page! We proudly honour the young people across Canada who have completed the Gold level of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Through their dedication to Voluntary Service, Skill Development, Physical Recreation, Adventurous journeys, and the Gold Project, they have cultivated resilience, leadership, independence, and a strong sense of community.
This page showcases their names, stories, and reflections—celebrating transformation they’ve experienced and the lasting impact they continue to make.
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2024-2025 Award AchieversA Special Message from HRH Prince Edward Duke of Edinburgh and Award Canada Chair Amy Langhorne
Award Achiever Spotlight
Gold Award achievers, Daniel, Ke Yao and Himanshu, share highlights from their personal experience. From overcoming challenges to discovering new strengths, their stories reflect the powerful impact the Award has had on their lives and the confidence, resilience, and purpose they carry forward.
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Leverage Your Award Experience
Completing this stage of your Award is a fantastic achievement—be proud of how far you’ve come! Your hard work and commitment have already set you apart, and the skills you’ve gained will continue to open doors in the future. Check out how to leverage your Award experience, with valuable insights and tools to help you use your Award to its fullest potential, whether you’re applying for a part-time job, a training course, an apprenticeship, a university placement, or just aiming for personal growth. Every level of the Award counts, and here’s how you can make the most of yours.
Leverage Your Award