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Voyageur Council Trail Guide
June 30, 2022
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Hello Scouters,
As June comes to a close, we hope this email finds you all happy, healthy, and looking forward to a season of fun adventures! We hope you’re able to spend time outdoors this long weekend, as summer is now upon us!
New and updated information this week: Ottawa REDBLACKS “Scouts Night,” Call for Nominations: Board of Governors, Reconciliation Boxes from Raven Reads, First Aid Update, Scout Coffee Reminder, Properties Update.
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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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:
Group Commissioners: Kira Berger will be contacting you in the coming days with more logistical information and answers to your questions that we've received so far about this activity. Stay tuned!
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Call for Nominations: Board of Governors
The Nominating Committee of Scouts Canada is seeking applications for candidates for the National Board of Governors. Candidates should be committed to the values and principles of Scouting, should believe firmly that the Scouting movement is of benefit to Canadian society, and should be respected for their honesty, integrity and personal ethics. Youth members are strongly encouraged to apply to join the Board. The Nominating Committee also strongly encourages applications from diverse candidates from across Canada in line with Scouts Canada’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Full information on the role and responsibilities of the Board can be found in the bylaw, which is available on Scouts.ca.
Please refer to the email sent to all members on June 22, 2022 (“Call for Nominations: Board of Governors”) for more details about the process and how to apply.
Submissions should be sent to the Chair of the Nominating Committee at (skent@scouts.ca) by July 11, 2022.
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Reconciliation Boxes from Raven Reads
Read Stories from First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Voices
Following our Scouts Canada’s Listening Sessions, we have heard the need for resources to support the learning journey we are all on around Reconciliation and healing relationships with Indigenous peoples in Canada. We are excited to be teaming up with the Raven Reads to provide curated resources for each of your Sections. This is an opportunity to support Indigenous-led businesses and authors!
Please click the button below to fill out the form to submit your interest in a Scouts Canada & Raven Reads Reconciliation Box pre-order coming available for purchase September 2022. By providing a name and email address below, you will receive an email in advance of sales opening up to members to order and purchase for the 2022/23 Scouting year.
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First Aid Update
Voyageur Council is planning to offer several St John Ambulance Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED (Blended) courses in the Fall and in various parts of the Council.
This course consists of approximately 8 hours of online instruction in the David Huestis Learning Centre followed by a day of in-person instruction to review the online content, cover the CPR-C and AED training, as well as write the exam. Successful completion of the online content is a pre-requisite for attending the in-person instruction.
We also plan to offer Wilderness First Aid and Advanced Wilderness First Aid courses, locations TBD.
Please contact me if your Group would like to host a Standard FA or WFA or AWFA course, as we’re always looking for new venues.
Alex Gazaleh
Council First Aid Co-ordinator
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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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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
Whether you’re camping, cottaging or at the cabin this summer, make sure your mornings start off right with some great Scout Coffee.
The Perfect Summers Blends
Can’t decide between the Campfire Roast, the Misty Morning, or the S’more Coffee blend? Try all three! Treat yourself this summer to some of the summers best blends and support a great cause at the same time.
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Scouts Canada & Chilly Moose
To keep your Scout Coffee nice and warm, and drink it in style, check out the Scouts Canada & Chilly Moose tumbler. Remember, $10 from 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. Click here to learn more!
Don't forget that Scout Coffee is a great way to fundraise ALL YEAR-ROUND for your amazing adventures. It’s not too late to sign your Group or Section up!
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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 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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