Scouting offers fun adventures for boys and girls allowing them to discover new things and experiences they wouldn’t find elsewhere. We know that young people thrive in safe surroundings. Therefore we are committed to ensuring that Scouting provides the most secure environment possible for leaning, development and fun.
Parents participating in their children’s Scouting activities is a big part of our formula for a fun, dynamic and safe environment for leaving and growth. Your enthusiasm and knowledge are always welcome and so are your alert eyes and ears.
More information:
- Member safety
- Information for Parents & Youth (Scouts Canada)
Attending activities
Parents who aren’t leaders who want to come to camp with their Cub will have to pay the same rate as the Cub. (we need to cover food costs for extra people) Policies have recently changed & now if parents stay over, Scouts Canada requires them to have read and signed the Scouts Canada Code of Conduct (attached) and to have completed mandatory safety training from Scouts Canada.
Here’s a snip from the Scouts Canada website outlining the requirements:
What is Scouts Canada’s Policy on Parents/Guardians Participating in Scouting Activities?
We encourage parents to get involved in their child’s Scouting activities. In fact, the majority of our volunteers are parents. This can mean assisting at an event or becoming a Scouter. However, Scouts Canada believes that it is important for all individuals working with our youth to have proper training and screening to ensure the safest experience for our members.
What is a Parent’s/Guardian’s Role at a Scouting Activity?
The primary responsibility of Parents/Guardians lies with their own child. Parents/Guardians are often asked to help as a program resource person (sharing a skill or hobby) or bringing snacks for Beaver Scouts or Cub Scouts outings. Parents are required to complete screening (as per the Non Scouts Canada Member screening chart) and are always under the supervision of at least two registered Scouters. Parents are permitted to participate in 3-5 Scouting activities per year before the must become a Scouts Canada member.
What can parents expect if they need screening to participate in a day time activity?
There are three simple steps to screening parents – it won’t take more than 10 minutes.
- Scouters will discuss what is expected of parents at the activity
- Parents will need to read, understand and sign our Code of Conduct annually
- They will introduce the parents to the rest of the youth and explain their role at the activity
What screening is required for parents/guardians to attend an activity overnight?
Requirements are the same as if attending a day time activity with one addition. All adults staying over night must watch the Child and Youth Safety training video.
- Scouters will discuss what is expected of parents at the activity
- Parents will need to read, understand and sign our Code of Conduct annually
- Scouters will introduce the parents to the rest of the youth and explain their role at the activity
- All adults need to watch the Child and Youth Safety training video
Read all details at the Scouts Canada website.
Training for parents
The training is online and available through myScouts.ca. The actual package is called “Safe Scouting for Parents” and can be accessed through the David Huestis e-learning module, which you’ll see a link for once you log in to https://www.myscouts.ca/.
