2010/2011 Youth Council projects and activities
20th Anniversary
This year is the 20th anniversary of the Youth Council! Yep- we have been around since 1990!
There will be a lot of exciting things happening over the year to celebrate:
- Kick-off party
- Logo contest
- Barbecue
- and more!
20th Anniversary - Logo Contest
A total of 21 logos were submitted! The winner will be notified in April and the new logo will be unveiled in June.
Youth Friendly Business Awards
This award recognizes businesses in Strathcona County that provide fair, equal service to customers of all ages and has a friendly welcoming atmosphere for youth! The Youth Council selects a winner each month from November to April.
The latest winner was.... WEST 49
Other winners include:
- Play N Trade
- Millennium Place
- Solid Skateboard
- Twisted Yogurt
- Vicky's Cafe
- Clark's Restaurant
Operation Lunch Box
With "Operation Lunch Box", we aim to raise money for healthy food items
for the Strathcona Food Bank. The goal for this project is to help children and youth in need right here in Strathcona County. In April 2010, we raised over $2,400. That's a lot of food!
Have you seen the giant lunch box?
Keep an eye out at Sherwood Park Mall and the Community Centre for the giant lunch box. Donate healthy food items to help fill lunch boxes across our community
Global Youth Service Day
G
lobal Youth Service Day falls on the April 15 to 16 weekend. Youth around the world volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
The Youth Council are a few of these volunteers. This year we spent the afternoon at Clover Bar Lodge to build relationships with seniors and show them that we care!
Youth Advisory Committee
This is an appointed committee of Youth Council members that meet with Councillor Botterill. They give input to County Council on current youth issues and needs.
Want your opinion heard?
Contact Erin McKeown mckeown@strathcona.ca
Volunteer Opportunities
Youth Council members get lots of opportunities to volunteer for community events. This year, members can volunteer at:
- Community Centre Grand Opening
- Active Living Conference
- Youth Week
- The Mayor's Walk/Run!
- Neighbour Day
- Expecting Respect
- Festival of Lights
Last updated: Thursday, April 14, 2011
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