The Rotary Club of Prince Albert is happy to announce that we are once again sponsoring one Grade 11 or 12 student to attend the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship in Ottawa! Application deadline is Feb. 5th, 2018.
The Event – April 28 to May 2, 2018
An annual, unique opportunity for 200 young Canadians across the nation
- Explore Canadian identity, shared values and the implications of the freedoms we enjoy as Canadians
- Learn up-close about our democratic institutions
- Appreciate the diversity of Canada
- Understand both the privileges and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship
The Participants
- High school students between 16-18 years old
- Sponsored by Canadian Rotary Clubs
- Every province and territory is represented
- Competitive process – the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program is recognized for the quality and the enthusiasm of the student participants
What the program typically looks like
Day 1
- Welcome/introductions
- Motivational speaker/Keynote
- Panel of Canadian Citizens
- Walking tour of a National Museum
- French Canadian dinner & music
Day 2
- Tour of Centre Block
- Meet with the Speaker of the House of Commons
- Tour Parliament
- Meet with Foreign and Canadian Diplomats
- Informal Supper and talent show
Day 3
- Presentations & discussions on importance of social engagement
- Rotaract, national leaders in social justice interaction
- Presentations on voting, human rights and peace and conflict resolution
- Dinner and Dance
Day 4
- Special session of Citizenship Ceremony & reception
- Question & Answer Period with the Governor General at Rideau Hall
- Farewell Luncheon with Rotarians and Host Families
- The Billeting Experience
- 100+ homes opened up annually for the Program
- Host families learn about youth from across the country, leadership potential of young Canadians, and of Rotary’s efforts to advance this potential
- Billeting relationships often extend post-Program
- Warm hospitality = genuine gratitude
To learn more about the amazing program visit the:
For Applications: visit Prince Albert Rotary Website: Princealbertrotary.org or click on this link https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000001030/en-ca/files/homepage/rotary-adventures-in-citizenship-registration-form-2018/rota1_Student-Registration-Form_Fillable_ENGLISH.pdf
For questions: email bobtwyver@sasktel.net
Application deadline is Feb. 5th, 2018