THE EXPRESSION OF OUR VALUES
THE EXPRESSION OF OUR VALUES. The Scout Law and the Promise are an integral part of the youth programme, the Scout method and the educational objectives of Scouting.
The Law and Promise constitute a central path for the learning and development of the young person. In this reference formulation, they are aimed at young people aged 11 to 25, as presented and conceived by the founder of the Movement.
The values expressed are, however, a basis and an inspiration for the whole organization and all its members.
OUR SCOUTING
Educational movement shared in the local, national and global community.
I Individual responsibility and benefit of being able to represent all genders.
DO, ACT, PROGRESS, BELIEVE Verbs of action, to be a scout is to learn by doing.
Our Board of Directors
David Woods
Treasurer
Serge Blanchett
Board Member, Manager of the MB Comptoir Scout
Father Isaiah Blanchette
Chaplain, founding member of the Court of Honour
Claire Berube
Resource Person, founding member of the Court of Honour
OUR SCOUTING IS...
THE RESPECT
I show respect for myself, others and the environment.
TRUST
I believe in myself, I learn to rely on others and I deserve trust.
JUSTICE
I act with others for an open, fair and united world.
EXCEEDING
I progress with enthusiasm and creativity by trying to surpass myself.
SCOUTING HAS A DIRECT AND POSITIVE IMPACT
According to the Association des Scouts du Canada program impact study (2020) conducted in partnership with the University of Montreal, Scouting has a positive impact on essential spheres of young people's lives.
HEALTHY YOUTH
For 90% of respondents (members and former youth members), scouting contributes to the development of a state of psychological well-being.
For 80%, scouting allows them to take care of their mental health and maintain good physical shape.
For 70% of respondents, Scouting was involved in abstaining from regular smoking and drug use.
HUMAN VALUES
For more than 97% of respondents, scouting has contributed to the development and transmission of values such as: honesty, perseverance in the face of challenges, optimism, self-confidence, courtesy, respect for oneself and others, accountability and the importance mutual aid.
POSITIVE LEADERS ENGAGED IN THEIR COMMUNITY
Being a Scout means developing leadership qualities that will be useful in professional and personal life.
For more than 90% of the young Scouts questioned, Scouting made it possible to: develop the spirit of initiative, to be a worthy person and to make important decisions
For more than 77% of respondents, scouting has had a significant impact on their civic participation.
For more than 90%, scouting has contributed to their interest in environmental issues.