Duke of Edinburgh’s Award | Rosseau Lake College

Challenge yourself, your way

RLC has offered the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award since 1977. Recognized in more than 140 countries, it asks young people to push themselves in ways that matter to them.

How it works

Students choose what to work on. One might learn an instrument while another trains for a race, and everyone volunteers in the community and takes on an adventurous journey. The Award has three levels, Bronze, Silver and Gold, and each asks a little more. Gold participants also complete a residential project.

Students can start at any point, and our Award Leaders support them the whole way. Learn more at dukeofed.org.

Taylor Blair ‘18

Taylor Blair ‘18 earned his Gold Award just before graduating. His adventurous journey took him around Grand Cayman by kayak and bicycle, camping as he went. Back home, he earned his private pilot licence while playing RLC sports in all three seasons and volunteering on and off campus. For his residential project, he attended the National Student Commonwealth Forum in Ottawa.