When the pioneers of Saskatchewan’s co-operative movement decided to teach a new generation about their ideals, they began a tradition that has lasted 80 years.
Since 1928, a total of 42,000 young people have attended summer camps to learn how co-ops operate and why they are important.
The Saskatchewan Co-operative Youth Program (SCYP) has organized celebrations to mark its 80th anniversary this year including alumni events, a display at the Western Development Museum and special events during Co-op Week in October.
“As the longest running co-operative youth education program in Canada, I think it is a great opportunity to highlight the huge effect that this program continues to have on the province,” SCYP program officer Victoria Morris said in a news release.
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She said today’s programs focus on developing leadership skills and youth issues such as bullying and aboriginal and immigrant concerns. The program, which used to attract mainly rural children, is now half urban.
The five and six day summer camps are held this month at Candle Lake. Spots are still available for teenagers aged 14 to 18.
For more information, contact a local co-op or credit union or SCYAP at 306-244-3702 or www.sask.coop.
