Gold Project Activity Providers

For over 60 years, Brigs Youth Sail Training has offered adventure-filled programs aboard TS Playfair and STV Pathfinder. Join the crew to complete your Duke of Edinburgh Award at any level or take on a Gold Project while sailing the Great Lakes. Experience the challenge and rewards of life at sea this summer—are you ready?

We offer a wide variety of spring & summer options for youth (13+), young adults (up to 24), schools & groups. Our expeditions and leadership courses range from 4 to 26 days, making it possible to meet any Adventurous Journey and Gold Project requirement. Join us for a transformative experience in BC, Yukon, Japan, Fiji, Ecuador, and Colombia... and beyond! If you're a school or group, we create custom trips tailored to meet your Duke of Edinburgh's Award requirements.

The go-to Adventurous Journey provider for home learners throughout the Lower Mainland, BC and Canada, with monthly 2–5 day options throughout the school year (Sep–Jun). We create custom groups for schools and offer trips in BC, Yukon and Ontario. We also provide opportunities (local to Vancouver) to fulfill your Skills, Voluntary Service and Physical Recreation sections. Vancouver Outdoor School is also an Award Centre!

Bytown Brigantine is a registered charity that runs youth sail training programs and camps aboard its two tall ships, Fair Jeanne and Black Jack (Ottawa’s official Signature Vessel), as well as two Montagu whalers. For over 40 years, the organization has provided hands-on education and leadership training in a challenging, rewarding environment. Named Sail Training International’s “Organization of the Year” (2024), Bytown Brigantine is recognized for its commitment to youth development, seamanship, and leadership. The organization ensures accessibility for all, never leaving a young person ashore for financial reasons. Their programs help participants build confidence, teamwork, perseverance, and leadership while meeting the Award’s core values.

Queensgate College offers expeditions in northern Spain as part of the Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey. You can explore the Picos de Europa or South Cantabria, where we combine challenging terrains, engaging bush craft workshops, rich biodiversity, visits to authentic Spanish villages, and the memorable experience of camping under the stars. Each aspect of our expeditions supports participants ' personal growth and provides adventure at every stage of their journey. We provide AJ services for both small and large school groups throughout the year.