If you are a student or individual who has made a significant difference in the Metro Vancouver regional parks system, we want to hear from you. The Pacific Parklands Foundation recently established a fund for the development of youth leadership. The objective of the fund is to reward students and individuals who have demonstrated a sense of responsibility for park preservation and environmental care.

Applicants will be trained in ecological issues and environmental preservation as well as posses the leadership, organizational and communication skills necessary to make a profound difference.  The impact of their work will be felt by all as they grow to become the leaders of the future.  Outstanding and consistent concern for the improvement of the environment could make you eligible for a Dr. M. Wosk Environmental Leadership award or scholarship.

“With one good leader there is the potential of attracting a thousand or more participants.  Without that one good leader, thousands of people may never get involved.”    – Dr. M. Wosk

Who is eligible to apply?
Dr. M. Wosk awards and scholarships are open to students and individuals in the Metro Vancouver regional parks area who have:

• Demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities as a teacher, counsellor, advisor, youth leader (student council, scouts, girl guides, cadets, etc); volunteer, supervisor or peer leader with the Catching the Spirit Youth Environmental Stewardship program; or started up an environmental club, camp, work team, etc.;
  
• Demonstrated a passion for the environment through involvement with clubs, programs, activities, etc., in the regional parks; and
  
• Volunteered within the environmental framework by setting up or assisting with environmental stewardship activities in the regional parks.
  

Application/Nomination Deadline
Applications closed October 31, 2009 for the 2009 Dr. M. Wosk Scholarship for Youth Environmental Leadership.

Nominations closed October 31, 2009 for the 2009 Dr. M. Wosk Leadership Award for Environmental Leadership.

All completed forms and supporting documents should be sent by mail to:
Pacific Parklands Foundation
Attn: Environmental Leadership Selection Committee
6 ^th Floor, 4330 Kingsway
Burnaby , BC   V5H 4G8

No late submissions will be considered. All applicants will be notified by email confirming receipt of their application and by letter December 31, 2009 as to the status of their applications.   Successful applicants will be recognized at the Pacific Parklands Foundation Annual General Meeting in the spring of 2010.