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Award Canada is a global experiential education and learning framework

10/13/2026

What happens when young people are given the chance to learn by doing?

On October 2, students, educators, community leaders, and government partners gathered at Queen’s Park to celebrate the impact of experiential learning and hear firsthand how The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is helping young people build confidence, leadership, resilience, and skills for life.

We were honoured to welcome HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and shine a spotlight on the incredible potential of Canada’s youth. 🌟

🔗 Read more: https://www.dukeofed.org/articles/celebrating-youth-potential-with-hrh-the-duke-of-edinburgh-at-queens-park/

10/09/2026

🌎 Francophone Session: What I Wish I Knew: Award Alumni on Different Paths and Skills That Last

Join Award alumni for a French-language conversation exploring different paths, lessons learned, and the skills that have stayed with them beyond their Award journeys.

📅 Thursday, October 22
⏰ 12 PM ET
💻 Virtual

Through honest stories and practical insights, our panelists will reflect on the different paths they’ve taken through education, careers, community involvement, and beyond—and the skills that have stayed with them along the way.

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions live and hear directly from our alumni!

Whether you’re currently working toward your Award, thinking about what comes next, or supporting young people on their journeys, everyone is welcome.

Register here: 6fbf7c2b-3a9b-4586-b5bd-c1591ec565fb@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6fbf7c2b-3a9b-4586-b5bd-c1591ec565fb@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7

10/08/2026

Where can the Award take you?

On Wednesday, October 21, join Award alumni from Canada and around the world for What I Wish I Knew: Award Alumni on Different Paths and Skills That Last, our second virtual event for .

Through honest stories and practical insights, our panelists will reflect on the different paths they’ve taken through education, careers, community involvement, and beyond—and the skills that have stayed with them along the way.

From communication and resilience to initiative and teamwork, discover how the skills developed through the Award can continue to shape what comes next.

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 12 PM ET
💻 Virtual

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions live and hear directly from our alumni!

Whether you’re currently working toward your Award, thinking about what comes next, or supporting young people on their journeys, everyone is welcome.

Register here: 4cb475c6-318a-41c7-ab2f-0c90e91fad9f@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4cb475c6-318a-41c7-ab2f-0c90e91fad9f@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7

10/07/2026

How do you turn a big idea into a first step? 💡 ⁠
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Join us on Monday, October 19 at 12 PM ET for the first virtual event of , featuring Silver Award alumnus, award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, author, and Unicorn Labs founder Fahd Alhattab. ⁠
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Whether you have a goal you’re working toward, a challenge you want to tackle, or an idea you’re not quite sure how to begin, this session will offer practical strategies to help you move forward with intention. ⁠
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📅 Monday, October 19 ⁠
⏰ 12 PM ET ⁠
💻 Virtual ⁠
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Start Award Awareness Week with us!
Register here: 3665379e-8a3f-4db8-b046-4faaa661328c@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3665379e-8a3f-4db8-b046-4faaa661328c@f19a70ce-2e8d-4305-a6ea-1d9e8c4c3bb7
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Comment transformer une grande idée en une premier pas concret ? 💡 ⁠
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Joignez-vous à nous le lundi 19 octobre à 12 h (heure de l’Est) pour le premier événement virtuel de , avec Fahd Alhattab, ancien lauréat du Prix Argent, conférencier primé, entrepreneur, auteur et fondateur d’Unicorn Labs. ⁠
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Que vous ayez un objectif à atteindre, un défi à relever ou une idée dont vous ne savez pas trop par où commencer, cette séance vous proposera des stratégies pratiques pour vous aider à aller de l’avant avec détermination. ⁠
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📅 Lundi 19 octobre ⁠
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⏰ 12 h (heure de l’Est) ⁠
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💻 En ligne ⁠
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Commencez la semaine de sensibilisation du Prix avec nous! Visitez notre site Web pour en savoir plus et vous inscrire.

10/06/2026

It takes a community to create opportunities for young people.

A heartfelt 👏 thank you 👏 to the Award Canada team, volunteers, educators, students, school boards, partners, photographers, and supporters who helped bring the Award Canada Experiential Education Gathering to life.

Your dedication, enthusiasm, and support helped create a memorable experience for the young people at the heart of this event.

10/05/2026

Students, educators, and partners gathered at Queen's Park on October 2 for the Award Canada Experiential Education Gathering, celebrating the power of experiential learning and student leadership.

Throughout the day, students from across Ontario led interactive learning experiences, sharing the skills they are developing, the opportunities they are exploring, and the pathways they are creating for themselves.

We were honoured to be welcomed by The Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and joined by His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, Premier Doug Ford, Minister of Education Paul Calandra, British Consul General Fouzia Younis, education leaders, school board representatives, industry partners, Award supporters, and donors.

As Patron of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, His Royal Highness visited student-led learning pods and heard directly from young people about their experiences, achievements, and aspirations for the future.

📸 A look back at a day of student leadership, learning, and growth.

10/01/2026

🚀 As he prepares to fly to the International Space Station as part of NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission, Canadian Space Agency astronaut and Gold Award achiever Colonel Joshua Kutryk shares the impact of the Award on his journey.

We're proud to celebrate Joshua's achievements and wish him every success on this mission. We look forward to seeing how his story inspires the next generation across Canada to pursue their ambitions in aerospace, STEM, and beyond.

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🚀 Alors qu’il s’apprête à s’envoler vers la Station spatiale internationale dans le cadre de la mission SpaceX Crew-13 de la NASA, le colonel Joshua Kutryk, astronaute de l’Agence spatiale canadienne et lauréat du Prix Or, revient sur l’influence que ce prix a eue sur son parcours.

Nous sommes fiers de souligner les réalisations de Joshua et lui souhaitons beaucoup de succès dans cette mission. Nous avons hâte de voir comment son parcours inspirera la prochaine génération partout au Canada à poursuivre ses ambitions dans les domaines de l’aérospatiale, des STIM et au-delà.

09/30/2026

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Today, we honour Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the enduring strength of Indigenous communities across Canada.

At The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award – Canada, we are committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and meaningful action as we work toward reconciliation.

09/24/2026

Welcome to The Study Academy as a new Award Centre with The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada!

We're excited to partner with The Study Academy to bring the Award to its students. Through this school-based opportunity, young people will be able to develop valuable skills, build confidence, explore new interests, and make meaningful contributions to their communities, all while enhancing their educational journey.

We look forward to supporting The Study Academy in empowering students to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

09/22/2026

Please join us in welcoming three new members to the Award Canada team! 🎉

Neil Casey joins as Education Design & Integration Specialist - Ontario EOP. Drawing on his experiences as an educator and newcomer to Canada, Neil has seen the impact that opportunities for exploration, challenge, and growth can have on young people. He will work alongside students and educators to connect education, community, service, and a genuine sense of adventure.

Leslie Noble joins as Manager, Professional Learning & Training. Passionate about youth development, Leslie is excited to support Canadian youth through a program that helps them grow through experiential learning, build confidence, develop practical skills, and discover what they are capable of achieving.

Bernadette Smith joins as Senior Advisor, Education Partnerships & System Engagement - EOP. Throughout her career, Bernadette has seen how learning beyond the classroom can transform lives. She will help build partnerships that expand opportunities for service, experiential learning, and self-discovery while empowering young people to recognize their strengths, grow in confidence, and shape futures rich with possibility.

Meet Neil, Leslie, and Bernadette in their own words.
Welcome to Award Canada! 💜

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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