Yes

The APCA, in partnership with Summer Bash and passion2action, presents YES (Youth Engagement Stream), a program designed to help youth engage in the community while developing leadership skills through volunteerism.

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Youth will be able to choose between two streams:

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Stream 1: passion2action - Projects. Projects allows teams of young people to be supported in imagining and developing, meaningful service projects designed to engage other youth and community members at Summer Bash events. Projects is for young people aged 12 -24.  

 

Stream 2: Summer Bash - Squads. Youth will learn goal setting, effective communication, problem-solving, teamwork and brainstorming skills at an age-appropriate level. Youth will plan community-based, family-friendly activities such as scavenger hunts, puzzles, and other activities for Summer Bash movie nights to showcase the skills that youth bring to the community. Squads is designed for youth 10-16, however, older youth may be considered.

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YES will provide access to resources for youth, including mentorship and community networking opportunities, in a creative, fun environment. Creating opportunities for youth from the Regina area to take action on their passion and break down barriers to youth community involvement, using Summer Bash events as an established platform and promoting youth volunteerism and leadership.