About this Course

Celebrating over 40 years of Youth Leadership! Since 1982, the Leaders in Training (LIT) program has been helping youth in Nanaimo learn basic job skills and become volunteer leaders in the community. Leaders in Training participants receive training about what it means to be a leader and have a job, as well as how to work with children. After completing their orientation, they will attend 'LIT University' and delve into the specifics of leading games, working as a team, painting faces/making balloon animals, and basic resume writing. Once they have completed training, LIT's will choose from a variety of placement options around Nanaimo and will volunteer between 60 and 100 hours throughout July and August. Participants MUST be starting grade 8 in September 2025 and be 13 (by December 31st, 2025) - no exceptions. Ensure you register for the 4 'LIT University' workshops. Each is offered twice to allow scheduling flexibility - simply choose the date that works best for you. Space in each LIT University workshop is limited - register early to avoid disappointment. PLEASE NOTE: Volunteer placements take place throughout July and August and make up the bulk of the requirements for program completion.