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SOURCE Scouts Canada
OTTAWA, Feb. 19, 2013 /CNW/ - Across Canada, Scouts Canada members past and present will be celebrating their heritage and
commitment to educating youth during Scout-Guide Week from February 17
to 24, 2013.
"Scout-Guide Week is a time to celebrate our heritage and put a
spotlight on the good work the Scouting Movement does for the
community," said Andrew Price, Chief Commissioner and Chair of the
Board of Governors of Scouts Canada. "Scouting instills values of leadership, honour and teamwork through
the many exciting programs it provides for boys, girls and young people
nationwide. This week is an opportunity to proudly recognize the
contribution of our hard-working, dedicated volunteers that deliver our
programs and the impact our youth make in every community across the
country."
The celebration marks the birthdays of Scouting's founder Lord Robert
Baden-Powell and his wife, the World Chief Guide, Lady Olave
Baden-Powell (February 22). More than 100,000 Scouting youth and
volunteers will celebrate the week through camps, expeditions and mall
displays, banquets and parades, and recognition events. In keeping with
tradition, many Scouts proudly wear their uniforms to school and to
work.
To see direct examples of Scouting in action go to: http://www.scouts.ca/real-scouts
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About Scouts Canada
Scouts Canada is the country's leading co-ed youth organization with
more than 100,000 members nationwide. Scouts Canada offers programming
for children and youth aged 5-26 in more than 19 languages, reflecting
Canada's multicultural landscape and communities. Kids in Scouts have
fun adventures discovering new things and experiences they wouldn't
discover elsewhere. Along the way, they develop into capable, confident
and well-rounded individuals, better prepared for success in the world.
For tens of thousands of children and youth across Canada, Scouts is
the start of something great. For more information visit scouts.ca
Scouts Canada is a not-for-profit organization (Charitable Registration
# 10776 1694 RR0028) and a member of the World Organization of the
Scout Movement.
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