Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 46 Parks, Recreation & Culture City of Nanaimo LIT Youth Leadership City of Nanaimo QUEST Parks, Recreation & Culture Youth Leadership Parks, Recreation & Culture City of Nanaimo Q2 Youth Leadership LIT (Leaders in Training) 13-18 YEARS (Must be at least 13 years old by December 31, 2026 and starting Grade 8 in September 2026) Receive training on what it means to be a leader and have a job, as well as how to work with children. After completing the orientation, you will attend “LIT University” and delve into the specifics of leading games, working as a team, painting faces and basic resume writing and interview skills. Upon completion of your training, you will be required to select at least one placement within each of our volunteering categories. (Note: All volunteer placements must be completed by August 31, 2026.) How to Join: 1. Register for LIT using barcode 163136. Cost is $175 . 2. Register your parents for the Free Parent Info Night held on Wednesday, May 6, 6:30-7:30pm (barcode 163135) OR if unable to make it, receive our new informational video from our LIT Coordinator. This is where your parents will find out what you will be doing at this program and what the expectations are. (If you are on the fence, we strongly recommend registering for LIT before the Parent Information Night as this program fills up quickly.) 3. Register for the LIT University Workshops. You must register for all four - no exceptions (see box below). 4. Attend Orientation on Sunday, May 24, 11 am-3 pm at Beban Park Social Centre. 5. View and sign up using the online Placement Sign-Up. 6. Go to your Placements to volunteer, learn new skills, make new friends and have fun! • Earn hours towards high school graduation requirements • Get hands-on work experience in a variety of different settings • Develop your leadership skills • Learn about creating an effective resume and cover letter • Contribute to your community • Have the opportunity to work as a team • Meet other volunteers and make new friends LIT University Workshops (take place at Beban Park): Children 101 • Mon, May 25, 7-9 pm 163144 • Mon, Jun 8, 7-9 pm 163154 On the Job 101 • Tue, May 26, 7-9 pm 163145 • Tue, Jun 9, 7-9 pm 163155 Clowning 101 • Wed, May 27, 7-9 pm 163146 • Wed, Jun 10, 7-9 pm 163158 Teamwork 101 • Thu, May 28, 7-9 pm 163150 • Thu, Jun 11, 7-9 pm 163160 PARENTS: Check out our “Frequently Asked Questions” www.nanaimo.ca/goto/LIT YOUTH LEADERSHIP Over 40 Years of Creating Community Leaders
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