Thinking about volunteering in our CanU Education program?
We invite you to watch the short video and read more, below!
We invite you to watch the short video and read more, below!
Video credit: Ana Grabovac (2022)
What is CanU?
CanU is an organization that serves as a platform for hope, confidence and action in Manitoba’s youth (Grades 5-12). CanU connects community institutions (families, schools, school divisions, non-profit organizations and post-secondary institutions) in a collectively transformative way, initiating partnerships between these groups by offering a variety of mentorship, learning, and leadership experiences.
CanU is a free program for over 600 youth from over 60 schools, who are nominated by their teachers. Transportation is arranged for the youth from their schools to the U of M campuses, where they participate with U of M students in programs across faculties.
How is the Faculty of Education involved?
The Faculty of Education has been a partner with CanU since the program began 12 years ago. We will be participating again this year in the Winter term on Thursday evenings (Jan. 11-Feb. 15, from 5:00-8:00 pm), with programs designed for youth in Grades 7-9. Who designs the programs? You do! We invite you to form a team and begin thinking about your interests and passions and how you might create a 5-week program that engages youth in relevant, fun, hands-on learning experiences: Sewing? Crafts? Creative Writing? Book club? Public speaking? Drama? Yoga? Fitness? Dance? Entrepreneurship? Podcasting? Game design? Spoken Word poetry? Science? Baking? Your imagination is the limit!
Why should I participate?
How do I get involved?
Talk to others who share your passions, or who complement them in interesting ways. Get a team of 3-6 people together and plan an Academy. Each team must submit a CanU Academy proposal by October 19. The proposals include a budget, should you need materials and supplies (budgets are modest, typically no more than $350).
CanU is an organization that serves as a platform for hope, confidence and action in Manitoba’s youth (Grades 5-12). CanU connects community institutions (families, schools, school divisions, non-profit organizations and post-secondary institutions) in a collectively transformative way, initiating partnerships between these groups by offering a variety of mentorship, learning, and leadership experiences.
CanU is a free program for over 600 youth from over 60 schools, who are nominated by their teachers. Transportation is arranged for the youth from their schools to the U of M campuses, where they participate with U of M students in programs across faculties.
How is the Faculty of Education involved?
The Faculty of Education has been a partner with CanU since the program began 12 years ago. We will be participating again this year in the Winter term on Thursday evenings (Jan. 11-Feb. 15, from 5:00-8:00 pm), with programs designed for youth in Grades 7-9. Who designs the programs? You do! We invite you to form a team and begin thinking about your interests and passions and how you might create a 5-week program that engages youth in relevant, fun, hands-on learning experiences: Sewing? Crafts? Creative Writing? Book club? Public speaking? Drama? Yoga? Fitness? Dance? Entrepreneurship? Podcasting? Game design? Spoken Word poetry? Science? Baking? Your imagination is the limit!
Why should I participate?
- It’s an amazing learning experience to collaborate with other B.Ed. students to create a fun, engaging afterschool program for diverse youth where everyone is learning together.
- It’s an opportunity to explore teaching youth in Grades 7-9—an experience that’s valuable and relevant for everyone (early, middle, and senior years!).
- You’ll get to know some incredible youth and you’ll learn a lot about how to build community, develop relationships, and establish trust.
- It’s a great opportunity to co-teach, to learn from your peers, and to develop new ideas and approaches to teaching.
- As a volunteer participant in CanU Academy, you will receive co-curricular credit through the U of M and a Letter of Commendation.
How do I get involved?
Talk to others who share your passions, or who complement them in interesting ways. Get a team of 3-6 people together and plan an Academy. Each team must submit a CanU Academy proposal by October 19. The proposals include a budget, should you need materials and supplies (budgets are modest, typically no more than $350).