Free Performance: The Rick Hansen Story (March 16)
An inspiring story of challenges overcome... A play presented as part of the Cultural Olympiad, with glowing reviews from the Winnipeg Free Press. For ticket and general information, check out the Brochure!
National Good Turn Campaign
March 7-13, 2010, Scouts Canada is inviting YOU and YOUR SECTION to take part in our first "Pass on a 'GOOD TURN' Campaign".
Cheer on Team Canada!
Want to send a message to our Olympic Team? Click here
We salute all our Canadian Olympic athletes who, like Scouts, strive to be their best! Read Our Messages and Read their messages to Scouting youth!
PCC will match your Haiti fundraising efforts!
The Pacific Coast Council Management Team voted unanimously to contribute up to $10,000 from its reserve funds to give added incentive for local members to take an active role in the aiding of earthquake‐ravaged Haiti. The earmarked funds will be used to match members’ donations or collections to the Scouts Canada Foundation – Haiti Relief received before February 12, 2010. All funds raised will go directly to the Canadian Red Cross Haiti Earthquake Fund.
To read complete media release click here.
North and West Vancouver Scout Groups Pledge $4000
Five North and West Vancouver Scout Groups, 1st West Vancouver, 3rd West Vancouver, 6th St, Agnes, 21st Capilano and 31st Capilano, have pledged $4000 from the proceeds of their annual Christmas Tree Sale to the Scouts Canada Foundation – Haiti Relief. Scouts Canada will forward these funds directly to the Canadian Red Cross Haiti Earthquake Fund.
The devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010 has caused catastrophic damage and massive fatalities and casualties. The Haitian government fears fatalities could reach 200,000, and the United Nations has described the earthquake as the greatest natural disaster in living memory.
The North and West Vancouver Scout Groups encourage other Scout Groups and service organizations to do what they can to help the people of Haiti recover from this disaster which has devastated their country.
To read the Scouts Canada Call to Action Letter Click Here
Get on a Computer and see the Live Feed!
Sunday, January 10, starting at 7:30 – 8:30 pm PST (8:30-9:30pm MST)
Hosted on the Cascadia Council website with its New Look
Go to the Temporary web site URL ( www.scouts.ca/dnn/cas )
Click on the live feed link to see and hear Steve Kent speak on ‘Scouting Now'
An exciting opportunity to meet our Chief Commissioner!
Attention Scouts, Venturers, Leaders, Rovers, Alumni, Parents and anyone who loves Scouting!
Steve Kent needs your help. Our Chief Commissioner wants to build a stronger Scouts Canada.
Ø Online training
Ø University and College Presence
Ø More Members
Ø Public Appointment Process
Ø More Challenge
Ø Uniform Changes
Ø Program and Activity Kits
Ø More Leaders
Ø Alumni Development
Ø New Partnerships
Ø More Youth
Ø New International Relations
Ø New Resource/Skill Sharing Database
Ø MORE FUN
Our Chief Commissioner has been listening to youth and volunteers across the country. The result? An ambitious Action Plan that challenges Scouts Canada and its members to step up and help make the changes they asked for. The Action Plan is a first step. More needs to be done.
Meet Steve and discover the new vision for the future. Share your ideas. Ask questions. Get answers. Help build a stronger Scouts Canada.
Saturday January 9th 2010 at Highlands Church in North Vancouver. Doors open at 11:30. Come for lunch and to meet and visit with Steve.
Please RSVP to bcy@scouts.ca by Wednesday January 6th, 12 noon with your name and group (if applicable).
Directions to Church: Link
Calling all Artists and Filmmakers…
Every year, Citizenship and Immigration Canada hosts two competitions geared towards youth across the country. The competitions are promoted to youth via schools, various youth groups and organizations and their objective is to promote multiculturalism.
The Mathieu Da Costa Challenge is an annual writing and artwork contest that is open to youth between the ages of 9 and 18. The Challenge encourages young Canadians to embark on their own personal voyage of discovery by learning about the contributions that Canadians of different backgrounds have made in building our country. The contest invites young Canadians to submit an original piece of writing (e.g. short story, poem, song, play, illustrated story, essay, etc.) or artwork (including computer generated artwork) celebrating the contributions made by Canadians of Aboriginal, African or other backgrounds to the building of Canada. Contest deadline is February 19, 2010.
The Racism. Stop It! National Video Competition (NVC) is a key part of Canada’s March 21 Campaign against racial discrimination. NVC mobilizes thousands of youth across Canada, between the ages of 12 and 20, to take a stand and express their feelings about eliminating racism through video. The contest invites young Canadians to create a video between 45 and 60 seconds in length. Contest deadline is January 15, 2010.
Both contests have great prizes! Each winner in both competitions will receive an all-expenses paid trip to Ottawa in April 2010; VIP seating at either the Mathieu Da Costa or the Racism. Stop It! National Video Competition Awards Ceremonies, as well as other exciting prizes that are up for grabs!
Groups interested in promoting this great opportunities for youth can pick up a full package at the office after Monday November 23rd with further information, posters and pins.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/multiculturalism/mathieudacosta/index.asp
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/multiculturalism/march21/index.asp
Urgent Update about BC Lions Night!
Due to low registration the sleepover portion of BC Lions game on Oct 31 at BC Place Stadium has been cancelled.
For those who need or want a refund on their purchased tickets as a result of the cancelation please contact Jordan Eshpeter at the BC Lions.
Manager, Ticket Sales
Direct: 604.930.5450
Cell: 604.562.8202
Fax: 604.634.1176
Exciting news regarding the Poppy Sale Campaign!
The Scouts Canada Board of Governors voted to make an ammendment allowing members of Scouts Canada to participate in the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy sales. Below is an excerpt from the memo distributed nationally.
"...Given the significance of the cause and our historic relationship with Veterans Affairs Canada, we are pleased to inform you that our Board of Governors has just voted to approve an alteration to our current policy regarding fundraising for external organizations..."
To read the entire memo click here!
Troop Archery Competition
Troop Archery Competition (Host: 12th Richmond Scout Group)
Where: Camp Mclean Archery Range (other activities during Archery)
Would attending groups contribute a station activity.
Date: Saturday Oct 10-09
Time: 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 / Archer
Travel: Your transport to Camp Mclean (45 min drive)
Site: Camp McLean is located across from Campbell Valley Regional Park @ 20315 16th Ave, Langley [200th & 16th Avenue].
- Archery Instructors control the range and the competition
- Highest Score wins
- Prizes awarded
- Warm snacks for Archers
- Enter a friendly competition against other Scout Groups
- Come earlier to practice on the range (under safety guidance and instructions from Archery Instructors)
- Scouting activity uniform and identification Scarf (dress warmly - watch the weather)
- Bring your Scouting Spirit and be ready for fun
- Permission slip required - see www.12thrichmondscouts.com (special events page: Troop Archery Competition)
- Health forms to be carried by Leaders at all times
- Bring a Mug for hot drinks on site. (Leaders, please bring some light refreshment to add to the snack tables)
- Parents/Friends watching - dress warmly, bring a chair and your camera to view the competition in comfort
- Scout Trivia & Pioneering Skills during down times.
Please Provide the following information:
- Numbers of Scouts attending the competition
- Skill level in Archery
- 1 - No experience.
- 2 - Minimum Experience
- 3 - Basic Experience, has participated in Archery, knows how to shoot
- 4 - Experienced (participates in Archery regularly)
- 5 - Expert
Deadline to register: Saturday Oct 3-09 (late fee $10.00 per Archer)
Register by contacting Scouter Judi Merrell at merdob@tarjar.com or call 604-272-7312
PCC Popcorn Kick Off 2009!
Welcome to another Scouting year! Has your Group got exciting program activities planned? Scout Popcorn can fund all your year's activities! Come learn how!
Each Group is invited to attend one of our two Popcorn Kickoff Dinners where you will receive all the information that you will need to run your successful 2009 Popcorn Sales campaign. (Door prizes & free popcorn too!) Order forms, Family Guides, Prize programs, Posters and a Free "Kickoff in a box" program materials will be given out as well.
Come meet Jason Franklin from Trail's End Popcorn!
We encourage every Group to send 2 representatives to one of these important information sessions!
These events have limited space, so please register NOW to secure your seat.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Willingdon Church
4812 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
OR
Thursday, September 17th, 2009
Highland United Church
3255 Edgemont Blvd, North Vancouver
6:15 PM Registration
6:49 PM Dinner
See you there!
Please RSVP with Scouter Irene Roy BEFORE Sept 10th.
EVERYONE MUST REGISTER - NOT JUST SHOW UP. Thanks!
Time is running out for your Olympic Opportunity!
The Opening and Closing Ceremonies Team of the Vancouver 2010 Olympics is offering Scouting youth an amazing opportunity to be part of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Registered Scouts and Venturers born between 1992 and 1995, inclusive, have been invited to participate in the closing ceremonies performance, and be Canadian ambassadors for the world.
An email letter/invitation outlining this opportunity was emailed to all registered youth who meet the age requirement and for whom we have an email address in the Membership Management System (MMS) in mid July. A second invitation for those who have not yet responded will be sent out on behalf of VANOC from bcy@scouts.ca starting this week, finishing early next week. If you have not received your email invitation please review your filters, junk and spam folders.
This is an exciting and once in a lifetime opportunity we would like to offer to all Venturers and 2008-2009 third year Scouts.
If you have any questions regarding the Closing Ceremonies volunteer opportunity, please contact Viki Fanous at 604-220-8381 or Jennifer Koel at 604-230-8619 or VANOC by email.
Click here to read a copy of the newsletter of the Navy League Cadets, BC Mainland Division - the entire newsletter features their summer excercise held at Camp Byng over the long weekend in August.
Check out Scout Popcorn's brand new website! This new site will feature more new resources than ever before. Included, but not limited to: Video Training Libray, Customizable Flyers and Emails, Group Kick-Off Presentation, and more!
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