YOUTH SERVICES

Empowering Youth to Lead, Serve, and Succeed

The Youth Services Committee of the Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore helps young people build confidence, leadership skills, and global awareness through proven Rotary youth programs. 

Too Many Young People Lack Access to Opportunity

Many youth don’t have exposure to leadership training, civic education, or global experiences that help shape confident, engaged adults. Without guidance and opportunity, potential can go unrealized.

A Trusted Guide for Youth Development

Rotary has a long history of investing in young people through mentorship, leadership development, and service. Our Youth Services Committee connects students with life-changing opportunities that inspire growth, responsibility, and purpose.

How Youth Services Works

Connect

Partner with schools and families to identify students ready to grow.

Develop

Deliver leadership, citizenship, and cultural exchange programs.

Empower

Support youth as they return with confidence, skills, and a desire to serve.

Youth Programs That Create Lasting Impact

Adventures in Citizenship

Ages 16-18

A national program that brings students to Canada’s capital to experience democracy firsthand, learn about government, and understand their role as active citizens.

 

RYLA

Ages 19-25
 
An immersive leadership experience focused on communication, teamwork, confidence, and ethical leadership.
 

Rotary Youth Exchange

Ages 15-18

A life-changing international exchange where students live abroad, attend school, and gain global perspective through cultural immersion.

 

 
 
 
 

What Success Looks Like

 

  • Youth gain confidence and leadership skills
  • Students return inspired to serve their community
  • Families and schools see growth and maturity
  • Burlington benefits from future leaders with global perspective
 

Without Support, Opportunities Are Lost

 

 

Without access to leadership development and meaningful experiences, many young people miss opportunities that shape their future—and our community misses out on the leaders they could become.
 

Help Shape the Next Generation of Leaders

The Youth Services Committee is proud to support Rotary’s commitment to developing young leaders through education, service, and global understanding.
The Youth Services Committee is proud to support Rotary’s commitment to developing young leaders through education, service, and global understanding.