Peoples Credit Union sponsorship applications for co-operative young leaders due tomorrow

Co-operative Young Leaders (CYL) is a quality summer program intended to develop our future leaders. It provides opportunities for young people to learn about themselves and the cooperative way of getting things done, all while having fun! Through the innovative curriculum, participants are encouraged to strengthen their self-confidence, solve problems, define personal goals, and become an active member of the co-operative and credit union sector.

The eight-day summer curriculum includes guest speakers and excellent resource people to enhance the program.

All exercises and activities are participatory in nature and emphasize teamwork and group development. Sessions are collaborative and participants are encouraged to share in the day-to-day leadership and management of the program.

Peoples Credit Union is pleased to be accepting sponsorship applications to the CYL camp program this summer.

Four young people, 2 from Simcoe area and 2 from Dufferin area, will be selected to attend the CYL summer program. Applicants must be members of the Simcoe and Dufferin communities and be between the ages of 14 to 18 years.

Preference will be given to Peoples Credit Union members or member recommended.

Each scholarship applicant will be required to complete a formal application on the Peoples Credit Union Application form. The application form is available at all Peoples Credit Union branches and on-line at www.BeDifferent.ca.

Applications are to be submitted to the chairperson of the selection committee by May 31, 2007.

The sponsorship committee will require an interview with all finalists. Selections will be based on demonstrated leadership skills and community involvement.

The successful applicant will be required to pay a $50 deposit as confirmation to attend the program.

For more detailed information on the program curriculum, visit www.BeDifferent.ca or www.ontario. coop\cyl