Program Overview:

In partnership with the Town of Aurora, ASK Online Canada is pleased to offer the Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership, Grade 12 credit course (PLF4M). This Grade 12 university/college preparation course is a unique, blended-learning opportunity that involves 125 hours of combined in-person, online learning and community mentorship experiences.

Please note the “At-a-Glance Course Requirements” below and ensure all in-person sessions can be attended before applying. Any potential conflicts should be discussed prior to registration.

Week	Date	Hours	Time	Location	Content	Suggested Online Learning	Additional
1	12-Feb-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Introduction Team Building	Unit 4-Activity 4: Complete the template for Parts A, B, C, D	Meet the Student, Teachers & Staff! Introduction to PLF4M
1-13	February 12- May 30	48.0	Own Pace	Virtual Modules	Online Units 1-10		Online Assignments
2	19-Feb-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Event Planning	Unit 1-Activity 1-Part A: Complete the “Needs	Introduction to Event Planning Assignment
3	26-Feb-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Event Planning		Event Planning Survey (Part A)
4	5-Mar-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Mentor Research Project (Part 1) & Event Planning	Unit 10-Activity 10-Part B: Complete the Mentorship Planning Template	UIntroduction to Mentor Research Project / Event Planning Survey (Part B)
March Break
5	19-Mar-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Yoga Session & Event Planning	Unit 8 & Unit 1-Activity 1- Part B/C: Event Planning Template	Active Movement Session / Event Action Plan
6	26-Mar-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Mentor Research Project (Part 2) & Event Planning	Unit 10	Mentor Research Project / Event Action Plan
	29-Mar-25	6.0	9:00-3:00	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	NCCP Certification	Unit 7-Activity 7- Complete Parts A&B on the template, Part C in Forum, D: Quiz	Certification: Making Ethical Decisions
	30-Mar-25	6.0	9:00-3:00	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room			Certification: Fundamental Movement Skills
7	2-Apr-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Leaders in Action Certification	Unit 3-Activity 3-Part C: Complete & Submit the Leaders in Action – Scenario / Event Planning	Leadership & Communication Styles / Event Planning
8	9-Apr-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Indigenous Leadership & Indigenous Holistic Nutrition	Unit 7, Part D	Guest Speaker: Kim Wheatley & Alexandra Bipatnath
9	19-Apr-25	8.0	9:00-5:00	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	First Aid & CPR Certification	Unit 9-Activity 9: Complete the “Safety & First Aid Forum” discussion post	Certifiction: Level C
	20-Apr-25	8.0	9:00-5:00	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	First Aid & CPR Certification		Certification: Level C
10	23-Apr-25	3.0	3:30-6:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	High Five Certification	Unit 5-Activity 5: Complete the Forum	Certification: High Five Sport
	26-Apr-25	6.0	9:00-3:00	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	High Five Certification		Certification: High Five PHCD
11	30-Apr-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Sport 4 Life Certification	TBD	Certification: Level 1 S4L
12	7-May-25	3.0	3:30-6:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Student Event Execution		Student Event Execution
13	14-May-25	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Event Debrief Wrap Up & Council Presentation Planning	Unit 2-Activity 2: Complete the Event Evaluation Report	Event Debreif / Prepare for Council Presentation
14	21-May-25	2.0	3:30-5:30	Public Library – Nicols Foundation Program Room	Council Presentation & Mentor Project	Unit 10-Activity 10: Complete Part A & B	Prepare for Council Presentation / Self Relection / Mentor Project Wrap Up
15	5 February 12- May 30	BONUS	6:30-9:30	Town Hall	Council Presentation & Course Celebration	Let’s Celebrate YOU & the course accomplishments this year
1-15	February 12- May 30	10.0	Mentorship Research Project
Total	PLH4M	120	Last date to submit all assessments, including the Unit 10 – Culminating Task is May 31, 2024

Students will explore the benefits of providing a welcome, safe, and positive space for lifelong participation in physical activity and develop leadership skills that contribute to a successful participant experience. In addition, students will apply their learning to host a community event and provide mentoring opportunities that enhance the health and well-being of others.

Successful completion of this course provides students with a grade 12 Ontario High School credit and various certifications for youth leadership positions in recreation and sport, including HIGH FIVE Principles of Health Childhood Development (PHCD), Level C CPR & First Aid, National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Certifications, and Leaders in ACTION.

Prerequisite: Any health and physical education course.

Eligibility:

1. To address the existing gap in female sport and recreation leadership, this course is currently being offered as a female and gender diverse leadership opportunity with potential for future expansion.
2. Applicants must reside in Aurora or the surrounding area with the intention to provide leadership or service to community members of Aurora and surrounding area through program delivery.
3. All applications will be reviewed before being accepted and must include scanned copies of the following documentation:
   1. High School report card showing successful completion of any health and physical education course
   2. Informed Consent Agreement – Community Participation (Download here)
   3. Town of Aurora Waiver (Download here)
   4. Town of Aurora Photo & Video Consent Form (Download here)

Eligible students will receive an email from ASK Online Canada confirming acceptance into the course prior to February 7, 2025.

Tuition Fee:  $325

ASK Online Canada and the Town of Aurora, combined, are providing a $100 scholarship tuition waiver to each student reducing the tuition fee from $525 to $325 per student.

The Town of Aurora is accepting scholarship applications to cover a portion of the remaining course fees. Visit www.aurora.ca/LeadershipCourse to apply for an additional

Early Bird Discounted Fee: $275   

**Save $50 by completing the application process before October 25, 2024.

Registration Timeline: Applications will be accepted between October 7, 2024 – February 7, 2025 *While availability lasts.

Winter 2025 Important Dates:

Early Bird Registration Opens: October 7^th

Application Portal Opens: October 7^th

Scholarship Applications Open: October 7^th

Early bird discount ends: October 25^th

Application Portal Closes: January 31^st

Scholarship Applications Closes: January 31^st

Confirmations: on/before February 7^th

Course begins: February 12^th

For More Information visit www.aurora.ca/LeadershipCourse or contact Hailey Jones, Town of Aurora Sport & Community Development Specialist, [email protected]

There is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below.

Q.1. If I am currently a Grade 11 student, can I register for this course?

A.1. Yes. The only prerequisite for this course is that students have successfully completed any health and physical education course as well as the other eligibility requirements listed above. Preference will be given to Grade 11 and Grade 12 students.

Q.2. I live outside of Aurora. Can I register for the course?

A.2. Depends. The course is open to Aurora residents or those who live in surrounding communities and intend to provide leadership or service to community members of Aurora and surrounding area through program delivery (e.g., Town of Aurora, local sport organization, etc.).  If you are unsure, contact Hailey Jones, Town of Aurora Sport & Community Development Specialist, [email protected]

Q.3. What are the start and end dates for this course?

A.3. Winter 2025 begins February 12, 2025 and ends May 28, 2025.

Q.4. Where are the required in-person sessions taking place?

A.4. These sessions are being hosted by the Town of Aurora and will take place in the Nichols Foundation Program Room at the Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St, Aurora, ON L4G 1M1

Q.5. How does the course work?

A.5. After you have been accepted into the program, you will receive a link with a username and password that will give you access to the course online.  In this uniquely blended course, students complete approximately 54 hours of course work online through ASK Online Canada and for the duration of the course hours, participate in programs that result in certificates noting successful completion of various activities that serve to satisfy the course requirements such as High Five Sport, Level C CPR & First Aid Program, National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Certifications and Leaders in ACTION.  Students are required to successfully complete the culminating activity requiring the organization and hosting of a community event as well as reflect on the process.  Students complete course work under the supervision of an Ontario certified teacher and other professionals supervising the certificate programs.

Q.6. How do I register for this course?

A.6. To register, please open link to ASK Online Canada provided and complete the application process for the Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership Course (PLF4M).  Once your documents have been received and reviewed, you will receive an email indicating you have been accepted into the program and then you may pay the tuition fees to complete your registration. No application fee is required for this course.

To apply, be sure to submit all required documents by uploading them to the ASK Online Canada registration page:

1. Report card indicating successful completion of a health and physical education credit;
2. Informed Consent Agreement – Community Participation;
3. Town of Aurora Waiver;
4. Town of Aurora Photo & Video Consent;

These forms are available in the links above.

After your application has been reviewed and accepted, you will receive an email confirming your placement in the program.  You will also receive a document confirming your enrolment in the course which you may present to your home school guidance counsellor to inform them of your participation in the PLF4M course with ASK Online Canada.  If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or please contact ASK Online Canada by telephone at 416-735-5547.

Q.7. What forms of payment are available?

A.7. Payment of tuition fees to ASK Online Canada can be made by Paypal, credit card invoice, e-transfer, or cheque.  Please contact ASK Online Canada ([email protected]) if you require an alternate payment arrangement, or would like a payment plan option.  You will receive a receipt for fees paid after payment has been received.

Q.8. How will I receive my report card confirming my credit?

A.8. Once you have completed all course requirements, a report card will be issued and emailed or mailed to both you and your home school.   Your home school will add your report card to your OSR and upon successful completion of the course, add your credit to your transcript.

Q.9. What if I am applying to university for September 2025? How will OUAC receive my grade?

A.9. If you have applied to university through OUAC, you can edit your account settings and add ASK Online Canada as an education institution at which you are studying.  Once you do this, ASK Online Canada can upload your mid-term and final grades for your OUAC application.  Please notify ASK Online Canada that you would like your grade to be sent to OUAC.  Please email [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.

Q.10. If I have completed other National Coaching Certification Program courses, do I need to complete the Fundamental Movement Skills certification?

A.10. Yes. All students must complete the Fundamental Movement Skills certification to be eligible to satisfy course requirements and pass the course.

Q.11. If I have completed other HIGH FIVE certifications, do I need to complete the HIGH FIVE Sport certification?

A.11. Yes. All students must complete the HIGH FIVE Sport certification to be eligible to satisfy course requirements and pass the course.

Q.12. If I have completed any of the certifications previously (e.g., Fundamental Movement Skills, HIGH FIVE Sport, Emergency First Aid-within 3 years), do I need to take them again?

A.12. No. If the certification has been completed and up to date, students are not required to take the certification again. A copy of the up-to-date certification must be submitted to the ASK Online Canada with your initial registration documents.

Q.13. If I have completed either of the certifications previously (Fundamental Movement Skills and HIGH FIVE Sport), do I get a discount on the tuition fee?

A.13. No. The tuition fee does not change if you have already completed the required certifications.

Q.14. I am not available on the dates that the course is offered; will this opportunity be available again?

A.14. Yes. The Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership course will be delivered again in the future, contact [email protected] to be put on a distribution list when registration opens for more courses.

Q.15. I am not a female but interested in taking this course, will there be an opportunity in the future?

A.15. Yes. Please contact [email protected] to share your interest.  Based on the expressions of interest, there will most likely be opportunities in the future for additional high school students to take the course.

Q.16. How many students are accepted into the course?

A.16. A maximum of 16 students per term will be accepted into the course.

Q.17. I want to take this course, but I cannot afford it. Can I apply for a tuition fee waiver?

A.17. Yes. To learn more about this scholarship application or additional funds available through Town of Aurora to subsidize a portion of the cost for the Recreation & Healthy Active Living Leadership Course, please visit www.aurora.ca/LeadershipCourse, or email Hailey Jones, Sport and Community Development Specialist.

Q.18. If I am currently a Grade 10 student, can I register for this course?

A.18. Yes, however preference will be given to Grade 11 and Grade 12 students.

Q.19. What is the fee to enroll in the Leadership Course if I apply during the early bird window?

A.19. Completed applications within the early bird window (October 7-October 25, 2024) will have the fee reduced to $275 per student.

Q.20. What is my fee if I apply to enroll in the Leadership Course between October 26, 2024 – February 7, 2025?

A.20. Completed applications received between October 26, 2024 – February 7, 2025 (after the early bird window) will be $325 per student.