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Why Vancouver Island and Lake Cowichan is the Perfect Place for Summer Camp
At The YES, we provide opportunities for young people to challenge themselves, build their self awareness, social skills, take a break from technology and reconnect with themselves, others and the natural environment. When I think about The YES, one of my favourite things about it is the location. Our program is located on Lake Cowichan, one of the largest fresh-water lakes on Vancouver Island. Every year, we’re so lucky to be able to return to learn, unlearn, and play on thi

Shania Chand
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Winter Programs at The YES
The YES Leadership Academy and The YES Camps have winter programs that are fun, educational and transformational.

Chelsea Lake
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Take the Leap: An Adventurous Journey with The YES and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
At The YES, we believe growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone—and there’s no better place to do that than in the wild...
Sydney Giesbrecht
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YES Scholarship & Leadership Program
YES Camp's 2023 leadership and scholarship winners.

Shania Chand
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Building Community in the Classroom
How do you build a sense of community in the classroom and why is it important for teenagers and leadership skills?

Chelsea Lake
5 min read


Empowering Students to Strive for Excellence
We're sharing tools you can use to empower students and discuss the benefits of increasing student engagement and relationships.

Chelsea Lake
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Media Club 2021-2022
For our final Media Club session, participants are asked to create a final project using their biggest takeaways. Check them out!

Shania Chand
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The Power of Media Club
Hello YES community! We hope that you and your loved ones are doing well as we head into Winter. I hope that you can take some time for...

Shania Chand
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