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2022 LIT Program
When you become an LIT are joining a very reputable community of leaders. You will work with staff who are committed to helping you thrive by working to develop a sense of confidence and independence; an ability to nurture caring relationships, and an abundance of transferrable skills. To help reach these goals, we will focus on learning through experiences within small groups and eventually, in the greater camp community. Participants leave our programs knowing themselves better, trusting in their abilities, and feeling inspired to make positive change in their lives long after their time at camp has ended. You will be empowered to act like a true leader by taking action any time you see a challenge in your personal life, school, or community. You will be a model of YMCA Camp Leadership- not only to your peers, but to hundreds of campers that come to camp each summer and aspire to be where you are today.
*Please be advised that all programs and dates are subject to change based on COVID-19 Provincial Guidelines.
Applications open January 1 and close January 10
- There are no fees due at the time of application
- Once we have the opportunity to review applications, we will invite selected candidates to register for the program.
- At the time of registration,
- you will be able to let us know which session would you like to attend, in order of preference, (July or August).
- A deposit is due to secure the space.
- Due to limited capacity we will draw names should there be increased interest in the program or session.
- We ask that you log into your CampBrain registration account and update your information such as phone number, email, address, and credit card details.
- Full payment is due June 1
Dates
Session 1
July 4-30
(Camp Sessions 1 through 4)
Session 2
August 1-27
(Camp Sessions 5 through 8)
Cost
$2825
Fee assistance available
Activities
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Leadership skill development including: Communication, goal setting, problem solving, teamwork, and coaching and mentorship.
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Mental health and wellbeing through reflection, and journaling.
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Skill Mastery including kayaking, canoeing, archery, ODL/nature activities, and sports/games.
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Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross.
Eligibility
| LIT | CIT | Staff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age |
Minimum 15 years old by December 31, 2022 Born 2007 or earlier No camper experience required Expression of Interest open January 1 |
Minimum 16 years old by December 31, 2022 Born in 2006 or earlier No LIT experience required Expression of Interest open January 1 |
Minimum 17 years old by December 31, 2022 Born in 2005 or earlier Applications open December 1 |
| Placement |
One month July 4 – July 30 OR August 1 – August 27 Mixed Gender |
1 Week Training June 27 – July 3 AND…
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Training Week June 27 – July 3 AND… 8 weeks July 4 - August 27 |
COVID-19
We are busy planning to ensure that our LIT program can be a safe and fun experience for your camper. Health and safety is our primary concern this year. To that end, we have reduced the number of spaces that we normally offer to follow the current requirements of Public Health. Direction from the provincial government can and likely will change in the upcoming months and should we need to further reduce capacity, we will communicate with all families. Thank you for your support and patience during these unprecedented times.
Counsellors-In-Training
Successful LITs will be invited to apply to become a Counsellor in Training (CIT) in 2023
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