Training Tomorrow’s Leaders Program
A Practical Skills Program Designed For Life.
The CRE proudly continues Training Tomorrow’s Leaders.
This practical, skill-building program is aimed at students in grades 9-12. What is Alberta Agriculture and why is it important? What does leadership mean to you? What does it mean to be a good community member? Budgeting and financing explained, and tips for a successful interview? The CRE has created a program that teaches these things and offers even more practical tips that will help you throughout your life. CRE has created a program that teaches these things and offers even more practical tips that will help you throughout your life.
Training Tomorrow’s Leaders – is a program the CRE offered by CRE and BGC Camrose that was created to help prepare youth in our community for future careers and provide you with the practical skills that will serve you well long after graduation. The program will focus on skills not routinely offered in school and is open to any student in Grades 9-12. We will be offering off-site tours around the Camrose region for our participants during some of the sessions!
BGC Camrose will be offering a shuttle service to those who require it for each session departing the BGC Location at the Recreation Centre at 5:15 pm and then returning participants at 7:45 pm. Please indicate on your application if you plan to use this service.
The Training Tomorrow’s Leaders Program:
October 2024 – April 2025
Two monthly meetings on Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
- Only 16 spots are available
- Dinner is provided
- Free draws every meeting to those in attendance
- Participants in the program are guaranteed a summer student job interview with both CRE and BGC Camrose
- Letter of recommendation to post-secondary
Schedule
October 2024
1st Session – Oct 16th, 2024
- Let’s get to know each other
- Program Outline Review
- Understanding all the levels of government and what they do
2nd Session – Oct 30th, 2024
- Mock City Council session at City of Camrose
- Voting for the 1st time
November 2024
1st Session – Nov 6th, 2024
- Tour of local farm
2nd Session – Nov 20th, 2024
- Alberta Agriculture
- Where does our food come from
- Careers in Agriculture
December 2024
One Session – Dec 11th, 2024
- Understanding Volunteerism and the Importance for the Community
- Let’s go do GOOD DEEDS – Sidewalk Shovelling Tour
January 2025 – Leadership Skills
1st Session – Jan 8th, 2025
- Being on a committee or board
- Mock CRE Board Meeting
- Assist with Canadian Bull Congress setup and Event Preparation
2nd Session – Jan 22nd, 2025
- Public Speaking
February 2025
1st Session – Feb 5th, 2025
- Budgeting
- Credit – What is it and how to use it correctly
- How to file taxes
2nd Session – Feb 19th, 2025
- Guest Speaker Buying and Selling your 1st vehicle
- Insurance Explained
March 2025
1st Session – Mar 5th, 2025
- How to write a resume that stands out
- Career Options
- Tips for a successful interview
2nd Session – Mar 19th, 2025
- Mock Interviews
April 2025 – Wrap up
1st Session – Apr 9th, 2025
- How to back up a trailer
- Golf Cart/ATV Driving Safety
- Load Securement
Applications are now open. Thank you to all applicants! Those accepted into the program will be notified.
Applications
