Introducing our new Q2 program!

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The City of Nanaimo Parks, Recreation & Culture is excited to announce and offer the Q2 program starting fall 2024. This program offers selected applicants training in program development, marketing, teamwork, and personal development. It is designed to empower youth leaders to make a positive impact on the community while honing their personal and professional skills.

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (below) for more information. Still have a question once you’ve read everything? Give us a shout at youthleadership@nanaimo.ca.

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Step 1 - Complete Application

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Step 2 - Submit Resume

Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. This will help us better understand your background and how it aligns with the program.
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Step 3 - Submit a Reference Letter

To support your application, please provide a reference letter from someone who can attest to your character and skills. This letter should ideally come from a supervisor, mentor, or colleague who is familiar with your work and achievements. If you have any questions about what to include or need guidance, please let us know. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to receiving your reference letter.
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Information collected on this form is done so under the general authority of the Community Charter and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) and is protected in accordance with FOIPPA. Personal information will only be used by authorized staff to fulfill the purpose for which it was originally collected, or for a use consistent with that purpose. Questions about the collection of your personal information may be referred to the Legislative Services Department at 250-755-4405, or via email at foi@nanaimo.ca. Please also see our Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

Contact youthleadership@nanaimo.ca for any youth leadership (LIT, Quest, Q2) related questions or youth@nanaimo.ca with any general questions about youth programming.

Collection and use of your personal information

Information collected on this form is done so under the general authority of the Community Charter and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) and is protected in accordance with FOIPPA. Personal information will only be used by authorized staff to fulfill the purpose for which it was originally collected, or for a use consistent with that purpose. Questions about the collection of your personal information may be referred to the Legislative Services Department at 250-755-4405, or via email at foi@nanaimo.ca. Please also see our Privacy Policy.

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Last updated: November 13, 2024

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