Officer in Charge
CI Aryan Shah
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Program
The Duke of Edinburgh Awards Program is based on the belief that the future of our civilization will depend on the ability and willingness of the young people of today to give their best service to the community and to grow up as well developed individuals. It is the belief of His Royal Highness that there is a great wealth of excellence among young people, particularly among those leaving school at an early age, which is allowed to go undiscovered. He believes that all young people should be given the fullest opportunities to make the best use of their leisure both actively and creatively, and that the note to strike in providing such opportunities is one of challenge. the wider the challenge the bigger the response.
Given that the goals and principles of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Program complement those of the Canadian Cadet Organizations (CCO), a National Arrangement was introduced to enhance cooperation between The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award International Award and the National Cadet Program in Canada.
Sections
Service: Give Back Challenge yourself to be a responsible, caring member of the community.
Physical Recreation: Break a Sweat Challenge yourself to improve your health, fitness and performance.
Adventurous Journey: Get Wild & Explore Challenge your spirit of adventure in nature.
Skill Development: Find Your Genius Challenge yourself to improve your skills and widen your interests.
Gold Project: Go Away with Others and Find Yourself Challenge yourself to broaden your horizons and open your eyes to the world.
3 Award Levels
Bronze
Starting Age: 14 years of age
Duration: Minimum of 26 weeks
Your achievement will be recognized at a local ceremony with a pin + certificate.
Silver
Starting Age: 15 years of age
Duration: Minimum of 52 weeks (26 weeks, if you completed Bronze!)
Your achievement will be recognized at a ceremony with a pin + certificate presented by your Lieutenant Governor or Commissioner.
Gold
Starting Age: 16 years of age
Duration: Minimum of 78 weeks (52 weeks, if you completed Silver!)
Your achievement will be recognized at a national ceremony with a pin + certificate by a member of the Royal Family, the Governor General or a notable Canadian!
Duke of Edinburgh at 1 West Montreal Squadron
Cadets have to opportunity to complete the Duke of Edinburgh Award at 1 West Montreal Squadron free of charge. Get in touch with your flight commander to sign up!
Qualification Awarded
Three award level Duke of Edinburgh pins are available. Only the highest-level award attained is worn on the front right pocket of the uniform tunic.
Bronze
Silver
Gold