Here is a list of organizations we know doing amazing and inspiring work in youth or community development. It is by no means complete! If you or someone you know should be on this list please email us at webmaster@educo.ca.
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School of Lost Borders |
| The School of Lost Borders offers vision fasts and rites of passage training which cultivate self-trust, responsibility, and understanding about ones' unique place within society and the natural world. Its programs provide guided opportunities, perspectives, teachings, and much needed self-reflection time in a non-judgmental yet challenging environment. Learn more. |
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Outward Bound Canada |
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An Outward Bound expedition is more than just canoeing, kayaking and mountaineering. It's an adventure in the classic sense of the word. It's about dealing with the unknown. It's about meeting challenges. And it's about learning. Learning about yourself, about others, about the environment, and most of all, about your potential. Learn more. |
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The JUMP Foundation |
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The JUMP! Foundation is an experiential education provider established in 2006 in response to a need in youth education for programs that address issues of leadership and global citizenship. JUMP! acts as a collaborative platform for participants to come together to challenge themselves, inspire one another, and affect change in their surroundings. Today, JUMP! has a strong network of facilitators, partners and advisors across the globe. Our activities provoke reflection, dialogue and everyday application by encouraging individual resilience and broadened horizons. JUMP! is based in Beijing, China and primarily works with international schools in China and throughout Southeast Asia. Learn more. |
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The Power of Hope |
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The Power of Hope unleashes the positive potential of youth through arts-centred intergenerational and multicultural learning programs that value self-awareness, leadership, community and social change. Learn more. |
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Power to Be |
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Power To Be provides outdoor education programs that enrich the health and quality of life for vulnerable youth and their families.They promote physical heath and emotional well-being, advocate for accessibility, develop interpersonal and leadership skills, teach environmental and social stewardship, offer peer mentorship and supports vocational opportunities. Learn more. |
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Horne Lake Outdoor Centre |
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Horne Lake is about outdoor adventure - learning and seeing nature with new eyes. We provide confidence-building experiences and programs that are designed to support each camper's individuality through the challenges of outdoor group living and teamwork in a supportive environment. Learn more.
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Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures |
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Whether through leadership development, rock climbing, cultural immersion, or business modeling, our programs develop personal skills and enhance communication and understanding between people, encouraging them to reach beyond themselves and tap into their true potential. Learn more. |




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