Welcome to the youth section of the Voyageur Council Scouting website!
Here you will find all sorts of information relevant to youth awards, scholarships, and opportunities for youth involvement! Here you will also find information on how to contact your local Area Youth Commissioner.
What is the Voyageur Council Youth Network?
This network is a way of communicating between youth in this Council in order to share thoughts and get involved. YOU are an essential member of this network by contributing ideas and feedback!
This network is led by group of youth who represent the interests of Area youth and help to facilitate the distribution of information. These are the Area Youth Commissioners (AYCs.
What type of awards are there for youth?
There are many! There are program badges, stars, and awards, as well as alternative programmes that are available for every section, including Climate Change, Gifts for Peace, Scouts of the World, and more! First Aid is available to Scout-aged and older youth, and senior sections also have the Duke of Edinburgh and Amory Award.
There are also some achievement awards such as the Council Youth Award and the new Medal of the Maple for outstanding service. The Order of the Caribou can also be earned by those youth who take a leading role in the organization of a large camp or event! Find out more or download a nomination form here.
Scholarships are also available for those youth entering post-secondary education. Find out more about Scouting scholarships here!
How can I get involved?
There are many opportunities for youth to get involved in leadership roles. Cubs can be Keeos in their group's Beaver colony, Scouts can be Kims in a Cub pack, and Venturers and Rovers can help to run events, both for their age groups and for younger sections! Click here for a few possibilities for you to get involved, or contact your AYC.