Youth Initiatives
Rotary Burlington Lakeshore has a number of Youth initiatives - and scholarships.
 
Youth Exchange: As a Rotary Exchange Student, you will spend one year living in another country. You will learn a new way of living, experience different foods, study different subjects, enjoy a new culture and maybe learn a new language. You’ll be an ambassador for your country and make new friends from around the world. Rotary Burlington Lakeshore endeavours to sponsor a Youth Exchange Student annually.  Read more...
Rotaract: Rotaract Clubs are Rotary Clubs for 18 to 30 year old students, new graduates, young professionals and entrepreneurs.  Rotaract Clubs are sponsored by the local Rotary Clubs.  Rotaractors are active in the community, assisting in fundraising events and activities as well as organizing and managing their own social and service activities. Read more...
Adventure in Citizenship:  The Rotary Club sponsors participation in this unique opportunity to gain a better understanding of our democratic institutions, the diversity of our country, and the privileges and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship. This is a 4 day program held annually in Ottawa in May.  Read more...
 
Camp Enterprise: Camp Enterprise provides senior high school students with an introduction to professional, business owner and management careers, through 3 ½ days of exposure to the private enterprise system, the art of negotiation skills, insights into business concepts and the opportunity to have face-to-face discussions with business leaders. Read more...
 
Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA): Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive training program that brings together youth and young adults, to further develop character and leadership skills and learn about Rotary. Read more...
 
To find out more information about Youth Exchange or Hosting, please contact Dianne HowieFGC Chair.