Programs

Programs that Support the Guidance Oriented Approach to Learning

Aim Higher

Through the GOAL program there is an initiative in place for all schools called Aim Higher. This initiative has been developed by the WQSB and the Career Education Consultant to promote and support quality work experience for the benefits of students, organizations and the economy.

For more information on the Aim Higher program and how your school can participate please contact: mydestiny@wqsb.qc.ca

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The Québec Entrepreneurship Contest/Le CONCOURS Québecois en Entrepreneurship

Through this initiative young people can develop there entrepreneurial potential by designing their own small business. Students will benefit by preparing themselves to play an active role in the development of Québec society, as leaders or members of organizations of different kinds. This contest also gives the students a chance to represent their school on a regional or even provincial level, allowing them to share their pride with the community as a whole. To find out more about entering and the financial benefits involved in participating go to www.concours-entrepreneur.org

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Jeunes Entreprises

This school based initiative offers many programs in the classroom either during or after school. It is open to all age levels, and students are given the opportunity to learn about the process involved in an organization, how one operates and completion of a fiscal cycle of a business. Guided by a team of volunteers from the business community, students develop the skills knowledge and attitudes required to help them increase their entrepreneurial and leadership skills. For more information about the program please visit www.jeq.org or email info@jeq.org.

The Jeunes Entreprises du Québec inc:
187, rue Ste-Catherine Est
Montreal, Quebec, H2X 1K8
Tel: (514) 285-8944 or Fax: (819) 285-1035

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Encounters with Canada/Rencontres du Canada

This is a one week program of Canadian Studies held at the Terry Fox Canadian Youth Centre, in Ottawa. Over 138 high school students aged from 15-17 come from across Canada to the Nation’s Capital for a once in a life time opportunity. The students gain hands on experience through participation in group discussions, simulations, audio visual presentations and role playing. For more information on this exciting program go to www.encounter-rencontres.ca

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Camp Je

The Camp Je program was set up in Québec by the Réseau des SADC du Québec in the summer of 2000 for teens aged 14-17. Camp Je is different form other programs because it gives you a chance to learn more about the world of business in a fun atmosphere. For one week, you will work with a team to put together your own small business – you’re, your own boss, you make the market and sell your own product. And, if your team turns a profit, you get to share it at the end of the camp! In short, you will learn all the ins and outs of being in business. Don’t miss this great opportunity.

For more information contact:
Email: sadc@ciril.qc.ca Or Telephone: 1(418) 658-1530

Or go to the web site:
www.reseau-sadc.qc.ca

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Projet inforoute-jeunesse

This project is funded by emploi Quebec for all students aged 14-18. It is a paid work placement of up to 10 week of summer work experience. To find out more about this program and the opportunities available to students go to: www.emploietudiant.qc.ca

For a listing of government development and learning opportunities go to http://www.youth.gc.ca/youthlink/ch6_e.shtml

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Other Funding, Grants and Programs

For a list of other available monies available to support Guidance Oriented Approach to Learning go to: http://www.qesnrecit.qc.ca/goal/funding.php

Canada Agricultural Museum

The programs offered enrich the classroom experience by giving the students first hand knowledge in agriculture.

Information and Reservations: (613) 991-3053 www.agriculture.technomuses.ca

Canada Aviation Museum

The aviation museum offers fun activities from aeronautics and science and technology to the history and geography of aviation.

Information and Reservations: 1800 463-2038 or (613) 993-4264 www.aviation.technomuses.ca

Canada Science and Technology Museum

Information and Reservation: (613) 991-3053 www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca

Currency Museum of the Bank of Canada

This is where money talks. This museum offers educational sessions to explore the different aspects of money and exchange.

Information and Reservations: (613) 782-8914 www.currencymuseum.ca

Foreign Affairs and International Trade

The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade provides schools with speakers to come into your classroom.

Information: (613) 996-9259 www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca

National Gallery of Canada and Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography

Information: (613) 990-1985 Reservations: (613) 990-4888 www.national.gallery.ca or www.cybermuse.gallery.ca

Parliament of Canada

Parliament welcomes school groups for guided tours of centre block (advance reservations required). You can also go online for ideas, lesson plans and teaching strategies.

Information: (1866) 599-4999 or (613) 992-4793 www.parl.gc.ca

Supreme Court of Canada

The supreme court offers students the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the Canadian judicial system.

Information and Reservations: (613) 995-5361 www.scc-csc.gc.ca

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