Hello Duke of Ed Supporter,
What a time it's been since our last newsletter! We're excited to be heading into the fall with many projects on the horizon and inspiring participants achieving their Awards every day. Thank you for helping to make it all possible. As well, thank you to all who supported the Silent Auction & Mixer held at the TELUS Garden in May. It was wonderful to see so many friends of the Award in attendance. In this newsletter we are featuring some inspiring highlights since last spring.
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The David Spence & Donna Otto Sponsorship
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David Spence and Donna Otto of Brentwood Bay, BC
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Vancouver Island philanthropists, David Spence and Donna Otto, are supporting a new $15,000 youth sponsorship opportunity to cover the $50 registration fee for youth who are committed to exploring artistic activities and Commonwealth opportunities.
Here is why David Spence and Donna Otto support The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award:
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In our giving to the Duke of Ed's program we have learned that youth provide significant leadership as civic society confronts current issues and seeks solutions for a better today and a more redemptive tomorrow. Our intent is to assist youth who need a boost to get started on a journey that strengthens self-worth, self-identity, and self-confidence. As these youth explore dreams and aspirations, they may venture into areas that lead them beyond their com
fort zones to become more engaged and positive contributing citizens in new ways.
We believe that the arts and the Commonwealth are two paths which offer some of the most creative and global possibilities to nurture and maintain the goodness and beauty of civil society."
Thank you David and Donna for making a difference for youth!
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We are excited to share our 2017 Annual Report! Click this
link
and be inspired.
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Government House, May 12, 2018
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On May 12th, a Silver Award Ceremony was held at Government House in Victoria with the Honourable Janet Austin, our new Lieutenant Governor of BC, who presented 34 Achievers with their Silver Level certificates.
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Featured Participants: Stephenie & Anya
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Stephenie Liew, Silver Achiever & Gold Participant
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"The Duke of Ed award allowed me to see how much consistency I have, as well as let me learn that I can find the enjoyable aspects of things I don't like in the beginning. This motivated me step out of my comfort zone and involve in different opportunities while meeting new people - I started to enroll in diverse activities and volunteer for unfamiliar events!"
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Anya Mehta, Bronze and Silver Achiever &
Gold Participant
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Duke of Ed has made me realize how much I love the outdoors. Ever since I completed my first Adventurous Journey, I have been exploring the areas near Vancouver by canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, skiing, and hiking. Spending time outside gives me a break from the stress of everyday life and it allows me to reconnect with myself and those around me."
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Awareness Building in the Community
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Downtown Victoria, April 29, 2018
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In April, twenty-one Duke of Ed Participants volunteered their time at the TC10K Race in Victoria by presenting runners with their race medals as they crossed the finish line. Look for our blue shirt volunteers at local community events!
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Victoria HarbourCats Baseball Game
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Let's play ball with the Victoria HarbourCats baseball team! In July, Duke of Ed participants, staff, and summer interns came out to sell 50/50 tickets for a weekday game. It was a beautiful sunny day and a great opportunity to increase awareness of the Award while raising funds for the youth participating in the Award.
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Royal Athletic Park, July 24, 2018
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Thank you for your Support!
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We've said it before, and we will say it again, and again, and again...thank you for your support! Because of you over 15,000 young people in BC & Yukon have the opportunity of a lifetime.
We're always grateful to hear from you. Please reach out if you have ideas, comments, questions, or concerns! Contact our Manager of Philanthropy, Lindsay Brookes at
lbrookes@dukeofed.org
or 250-385-4232 ext. 6.
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Charitable Registration Number:
12590 6545 RR0001
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Copyright © 2018 The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - BC & Yukon Division, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
British Columbia & Yukon
4086 Shelbourne St
Victoria, BC V8N 4P6
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