The Youth Excellence Society (YES)

Provides in-school and out-of-school programming to youth ages 14 to 18. Programs include week-long summer camps that incorporate social emotional learning and training in self-awareness, co-operation, communication, global awareness, environmental sustainability, and leadership. Camps traditionally take place at Lake Cowichan on Vancouver Island. Transportation is provided from Kelowna, Merritt, Abbotsford, Vancouver, Horseshoe Bay, and Nanaimo. Fees charged; subsidies and sponsorship available. Also offers several workshops designed for the classroom and professional workplace to educators.