Step 1 of 5 20% Camp Courage Calgary Online Application Welcome! We are thrilled you are interested in applying for the first ever Camp Courage in Calgary! Camp Courage is a seven-day camp that empowers twenty four (24) young women and gender-diverse individuals to reach their potential through information, education and inspiration. Sessions will offer basic skills and knowledge to help participants learn more about how to begin a career as a first responder, along with providing connections to current women police officers, firefighters and paramedics. The Camp will be held from Monday July 15 to Sunday July 21 and participants will be expected to attend the camp daily from 8 am to 4 pm. Camp sessions on Monday July 15 and Tuesday July 16 will occur at Calgary Police Service Headquarters – Westwinds (5111 47 St NE). Camp sessions on Wednesday July 17 and Thursday July 18 will be at AHS – EMS 4 Station (16 Moncton Road NE.) Camp Sessions from Friday July 19 to Sunday July 21 will occur at Calgary Fire Department Training Academy (5727 23 Ave SE). Campers will be expected to attend registration pick up gear on Sunday July 14 at the Training Academy from 11am to 2 pm. Applicants will need to complete the application process below in the time frame provided to be considered for the camp. The application consists of meeting the minimum criteria, completion of an application form and providing one personal or work reference. Participants will be selected based on the strength of their answers. YouthLink, the Calgary Police Service, Calgary Fire Department and Alberta Health Services value diversity and are dedicated to respect & inclusion. In this camp we will strive to have an inclusive selection process and camp. Please read this application form all the way to the very end. Make notes as you read so that you know which questions you will have to prepare to answer. Exit from the application form and prepare your answers. Access the form again and complete it, attaching one reference. If you want to add something to your application form once you have exited from it, you will have to enter everything all over again into a new application form. We appreciate your application and the time it takes to complete. As a reminder, twenty four (24) participants will be selected from the pool of applicants and you will be notified if you are among the 24 participants. Good luck! Before you apply, check the qualifications below to ensure you qualify for the camp: At least 15 years of age but no more than 18 years of age on July 14, 2024; Identify as a girl/woman or gender-diverse youth. Live in Calgary or surrounding area (Ex: Rockyview County, Foothills County, Okotoks, Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere, etc.) Confirm you have a base level of fitness which includes both cardiovascular endurance and strength training. An example of an activity you will have to participate in during the camp is running at a moderate pace for 15 minutes without stopping. You will also be required to drag a 150 pound rescue mannequin, lift objects that may weigh up to 30 pounds and wear weighted gear to perform these tasks. You will be able to attend the entire seven days of the Camp (July 17- July 23) You are responsible for your own transportation to and from camp daily. Complete the online application form by midnight Friday March 20, 2024, include one reference or deliver a paper copy to Calgary Fire Department Headquarters (4144 11 St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 3H2) No late submissions will be accepted. Submit one personal or work reference along with this form. The reference could come from someone who knows you well and could speak to your abilities, Your teacher, employer, community group leader or sports team coach are good examples. We suggest you contact your reference and share the Camp values (https://campcourage.ca/) and explain to them what Camp Courage is about and why you want to attend. You must ask them for a letter of reference, collect it from them, and attach to your completed application before you submit. If you have issues filling out this form, please contact camp.courage.calgary@gmail.com.* I have read this page until the very end Contact Information1. Name* First Last 2. Preferred Pronouns*Gender pronouns are the set of pronouns that an individual wants others to use to reflect that person’s gender identity – for example, she/her; they/them…. 3. Phone Number*If this is a parent's phone, please provide the parent's name here 4. Are you age 15-18?*You will be asked to provide proof of age prior to the camp. Yes No 5. What is your email address? If this is a parent's email address, please provide the parent's name here 6. What is your complete mailing address?* Street Address Address Line 2 City Province AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland and LabradorNorthwest TerritoriesNova ScotiaNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukon Postal Code ReminderPlease read this application form all the way to the very end. Make notes as you read so that you know which questions you will have to prepare to answer. Exit from the application form and prepare your answers. Access the form again and complete it. If you want to add something to your application form once you have exited from it, you will have to enter everything all over again into a new application form. 7. What volunteer activities have you participated in in the past two years? Tell us the organization's name, a short description or job title of your responsibilities as a volunteer and the length of time or duration in hours or months of your volunteer activities.*For example, youth leader or lifeguard for the last 24 months.8. The Camp is physically demanding and will require a base level of fitness. What sports teams or structured/unstructured physical activities have you participated in in the past two years? List them and include the duration in hours or months.*9. Do you require any physical, dietary, medical, cultural or other types of accommodations? Please explain so that we can be prepared to offer you support. You may be required to bring someone to assist you with the camp activities.*10. What other activities have you participated in the past two years? List them and include the duration in hours or months.*For example, Student Council meetings at least once a month for the past 6 months. 11. Tell us about yourself. What are your goals, ambitions, interests and hobbies, who are the people that have had the biggest impact or influenced you the most?*Word count limit: 40012. Tell us why you want to participate in Camp Courage Calgary and what you hope to learn from the Camp?*Word count limit: 40013. We are looking for participants that are positive contributors in the community. Tell us how you have contributed or are currently positively to others or your community.*Word count limit: 400 ReferenceSubmit one personal or work reference along with this form. The reference could come from someone who knows you well and could speak to your abilities, Your teacher, employer, community group leader or sports team coach are good examples. We suggest you contact your reference and share the Camp values (campcourage.ca) and explain to them what Camp Courage is about and why you want to attend. You must ask them for a letter of reference, collect it from them, and attach to your application in the field below. This can be a scan or photo of the letter in PDF, JPG, PNG or GIF format. If you are unable to attach your reference letter here please email it directly to camp.courage.calgary@gmail.com. Make sure you provide your full name in the email subject so we know who the reference is for.Reference Letter Upload Drop files here or Select files Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB, Max. files: 5. Attestation of Your Commitment14. If selected to attend Camp Courage, I agree to: Attend the entire seven days of the Camp at all Camp locations. Follow instruction and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Camp. Participate in all activities to the best of my ability. Have a guardian complete waivers and all applicable medical and information forms. * I agree to the commitments listed above Conclusion We will notify you when we receive your application and selected participants will be notified the week of May 01, 2024. If you have questions, please email camp.courage.calgary@gmail.com. Thank you for your interest! Camp Courage CalgaryHow did you hear about Camp Courage? (check all that apply) School Community Center Gym Newspaper Radio TV Website Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn OTHER Please list other sources CAPTCHA