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Voyageur Council Trail Guide
June 18, 2022
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Hello Scouters,
As we are only a few short days away from the start of summer, we want to reiterate how grateful we are for your contributions to Scouting this past season. While we know that many of you are planning exciting adventures over the coming weeks, we hope you also take some time to relax and enjoy the warm weather. Stay safe and have fun!
New and updated information this week: Removal of Mandatory Vaccination Policy, WSJ 2023- Registration Date Change, Grizzly Den Update, Call for Volunteers: Pillar 1 Evaluation Team
Have you checked out the News and Events section on Scouts.ca? You can find great updates there along with new ideas, new resources, and much more!
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Scouts Canada Scholarships — Deadline Extended!
The deadline to apply for a Scouts Canada Scholarship has been extended to July 1, 2022. The Scholarship Program is a stepping-stone toward evolving the lives of today’s youth into the well-rounded, motivated adults of tomorrow. Scholarships are awarded to Scouting youth who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities, and a desire to create a better world.
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Ottawa REDBLACKS "Scouts Night"
Saturday, September 24 at 7:00pm
TD Place - Ottawa
While September may seem far away, we're already planning some exciting activities for the Council!
The Ottawa REDBLACKS CFL team will be hosting a “Scouts Night” at their game on September 24 and you're invited! In addition to being able to cheer on the REDBLACKS as they face off against the Toronto Argonauts, youth, parents, and Scouters will have the opportunity to camp on the TD Place field after the game!
Two packages are available to Groups in Voyageur Council:
Sleepover Package ($40 per youth member or $36 per Scouter/parent)
- Includes ticket into the REDBLACKS game
- Custom badge for youth members
- Camp out on the field post-game
Game Package ($30 per youth member or $26 per Scouter/parent)
- Includes ticket into the REDBLACKS game
- Custom badge for youth members
Groups must be registered by August 1
(this will ensure that badges are ready by game day!)
A dedicated Account Manager has been assigned to us to assist with ticket purchases and to answer any questions. To book in your Group, contact:
We highly encourage you to engage with Robyn sooner rather than later if you're planning to attend!
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Removal of Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Scouts Canada will no longer require its members (age 12+) to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The update to this policy will be effective September 1, 2022.
As stated in our guiding principles, Scouts Canada has continually reviewed the changing circumstances around the COVID-19 pandemic and has made policy changes based on the most up-to-date information at the time.
The significant uptake of vaccinations across the country has contributed to the re-evaluation of the policy. This change is also in line with many private sector companies, other youth serving organizations, educational institutions and other health agencies.
Scouts Canada continues to strongly encourage our members to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and will continue to follow all federal, provincial and local regulations as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes revisiting this policy should pandemic circumstances change once again.
Click the button below to see the updates made the the FAQ page of Scouts.ca.
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WSJ 2023 – Registration Date Change
Thinking about going to the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea? Due to changes from the World Jamboree Organizing Committee from South Korea, we are having to push up our registration date to SEPTEMBER 15, 2022, much earlier than we were expecting.
Anyone wanting to register after September 15 will be put on a waiting list. One of two things may happen. If there are withdrawals, youth will substitute for youth and ISTs for ISTs. If South Korea has additional openings, we will add the wait listed youth or IST. Priority will be given to youth. There will be some late fees involved and we will explain this on the website along with the requirement for catch up/balloon payments.
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Grizzly Den Update
Congratulations to all the Ontario Sections/Groups that will be receiving funding from Hydro One and the Grizzly Den program for 2022/2023!
Hydro One’s generous support of the Grizzly Den program means that not only will 70 Sections/Groups from across Ontario have new, exciting adventures, but it also means that over 1,200 Scouting youth will have the chance to experience the fun and memories that only Scouting can offer.
Here are the Sections/Groups in Voyageur Council that will be receiving funding:
- 1st Drummond Venturers – Becoming the Mountain
- 1st Glen Cairn Venturers – Newfoundland Pre-Camp
- 1st Greely Venturers & Rovers – Kandersteg Portion of FinJam
- 1st North Gower Kars Scouts – Is Santa from Canada or Finland
- 1st Richmond Scouts & Venturers – Mont Tremblant Adventure
- 19th Nepean Scouts – Ottawa River Whitewater Kaya-rafting
- 23rd Nepean Geohunters Scouts – One Wild Ride
- 23rd Nepean Gryphon Venturers – Cataclysmic Canoe Crusade
- 36th Ottawa Beavers – Colony Camping Getaway
- 36th Ottawa Cubs – Snowshoeing/Dog Sledding Winter Adventure
- 36th Ottawa Scouts – Robotics Adventure
- 36th Ottawa Venturers – Xtreme Winter Adventure
- 116th Nepean Griffin Beavers – Mont Cascade Waterpark Day
- Kemptville Beavers – The Best Beaver Super Snowshoe and Sleepover
- Kemptville Cubs – Four Seasons of Adventures
Congratulations to you all! We can't wait to see pictures of your amazing adventures!
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Low-Risk Event Process
Did you miss the Events Townhall that was held in April?
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Are you in the process of planning or thinking about planning a multi-Group, Council-wide, or previously described “Area” event? If so, keep reading!
The Event Management Playbook webpage on Scouts.ca has recently been updated. On the webpage, you’ll find a planning guide to support the development of great events as well as an application form that must be filled out during the initial process of your planning. Depending on the type of event you’re planning, the application form will be sent to the Council Key 3 or an Event Support Scouter, who will guide you through next steps and offer support to ensure your event is safe, fun, and successful!
Do you have questions or concerns? Reach out to any member of the CK3, Voyageur Council’s Program Support Manager, Marc Chamberland (mchamberland@scouts.ca), or the National Events Commissioner, Chris Stankaitis (chris.stankaitis@scouts.ca).
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IMPORTANT
Request from the Event Support Team
The Event Support Team is compiling a list of the events that take place across the country. This will allow them to plan team expansion and strategic efforts for the 2022-23 Scouting year.
We need your help! To allow the Event Support Team better support Council/multi-Group/former "Area" events in the upcoming Scouting year, we are compiling a list of events that will be taking place between September 2022-August 2023. If you are planning an event, please contact Kira Berger with the following information:
- Event name
- Is this a day event or overnight event?
- Approximate anticipated attendance (if possible)
- Approximate cost per attendee (if possible)
- Month that the event will take place
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your Relationship Manager or any member of the CK3.
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Scout Coffee Reminder
Scout Coffee crests are finally here and available for purchase on ScoutShop! They are also available on the Scout Coffee website (but only as an add-on item at check-out when purchasing coffee).
Don't forget that Scout Coffee is a great way to fundraise ALL YEAR-ROUND for your amazing adventures and to support NOLB; Over 5% of all Scout Coffee sales will directly support our No One Left Behind program
A Great Combo
To keep your Scout Coffee nice and warm and drink it in style, check out the Scouts Canada x Chilly Moose tumbler. Remember, $10 on every tumbler sale goes directly to our NOLB program – supporting families who face economic barriers and ensuring every youth can experience the fun and friendship of Scouting.
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Call for Volunteers: Pillar 1 Evaluation Team
You have the opportunity to join a new team at Scouts Canada and shape the future of Scouting through improved program quality and an enhanced volunteer experience. As part of the Pillar 1 Evaluation Team, you will help evaluate, design and implement core Scouting organizational changes in alignment with Scouts Canada’s 2021-2024 Strategic Plan. If you are an innovator and passionate about Scouting and ensuring youth from across the country can benefit from an outstanding outdoor program, this is the role for you!
Deadline for application has been extended to Wednesday, June 22.
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Meet Chief Scout, Survivorman Les Stroud!
As you may be aware, Survivorman Les Stroud was officially invested as Scouts Canada’s Chief Scout in December 2021. The ultimate adventurer, Les brings expertise in outdoor survival skills with a genuine connection and respect for nature. Through the year, the Chief Scout meets with Scouters and youth at Group meetings, ScoutCons, camps, and award ceremonies.
If you would like to invite Les Stroud to attend an event in the 2022 year, please fill out this form. Only events taking place after June 1st, 2022 will be considered to allow time for coordination. Depending on the Chief Scouts travel schedule, virtual attendance may be the only option.
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Ottawa BlackJacks
Exclusive to Voyageur Council, the Ottawa BlackJacks basketball team has created a promo code for members and their families and friends to use when purchasing tickets to their games this season!
Click the link below and use code “SCOBJ” for access to tickets at a reduced cost.
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Property status as follows:
- Camp Otter Lake (QC):
- Temporarily closed. Re-opening estimate coming soon.
- Camp Sheldrick:
- Not yet available to book.
- Camp Legewade:
- Currently closed.
Please note that all bookings must be made at least 72 hours in advance
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COVID Restrictions
Voyageur Groups in Quebec: All Groups in the Outaouais/Gatineau region (QC) may operate under Stage 5 Scouting.
Voyageur Groups in Ontario: All Groups under all Ontario Public Health Units may operate under Stage 5 Scouting.
Updated COVID restrictions were shared in an email sent on Sunday, March 20, 2022. For more detailed information, please refer to that email or click the button below.
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As a reminder to all Scouters, for your own safety and the safety of our youth and communities, you must follow public health guidelines at all times.
When in doubt, follow the most restrictive guideline.
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