LEADERSHIP - YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA CEDAR GLENLEADERSHIP WELCOME GUIDEWelcome to Leadership at YMCA Cedar Glen!We’re so excited you’re joining us at YMCA Cedar Glen this summer. Our leadershipprograms are a great way for you to learn more about yourself and your leadershippotential. You’ll discover what it takes to work at camp, make new friends and — mostimportantly — have fun!As you prepare for your program this summer, you may have some questions aboutthe experience, including what you need to bring and some of the activities you’ll beparticipating in. This guide is meant to answer those questions, so make sure you readevery page and share it with your family members as well.Whether you are part of the Junior Leaders in Training (JLIT), Leaders in Training (LIT), orCounsellor in Training (CIT) program at Cedar Glen this summer, you’ll spend part of yoursession at YMCA Cedar Glen, and part of your session on a canoe trip in Muskoka, Ontario.YMCA Camp Pine Crest is partnering with us to provide this amazing opportunity.These trips, along with the time you spend participating in interactive learning sessionsand camp activities, will help you feel more confident about yourself in a variety ofsituations — many of which will be new or unfamiliar to you. Although these types ofsituations can be uncomfortable, it is when you’re exposed to new responsibilities,problems and skills that you develop your leadership skills. To get the most out of yourleadership program at Cedar Glen this summer, you’ll need to be ready and willing tofully participate in all situations with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.As you begin preparations for your leadership experience this summer, please take thetime to thoroughly read this information guide and contact me if you have any questions.I’m more than happy to help!Sincerely,Marissa Straatsma-RupkeCamp DirectorYMCA Cedar Glen905-859-9622 x 241marissa.straatsma@ymcagta.org