PROFICIENCY LEVEL TWO / PO: CITIZENSHIP

PO/EO:404.03

ENABLING OBJECTIVE:Discuss the purposes of existing community groups

REFERENCE(S):A.A-CR-CCP-267/PH-001 Level Two Course Training Plan

Chapter 4, Pages 49.

B.A-CR-CCP-267/PT-001 Level Two Handbook

Chapter 3, Articles 21-22, Pages 5.

SUPPLEMENTARY REF(S):N/A

TRAINING AID(S):A.Handouts on the different organizations

B.Pictures of their different uniforms

LEARNING AID(S):A.A-CR-CCP-267/PT-001 Level Two Handbook

B.Handout #1 – Kinsmen and Kinettes

C.Handout #2 – The Royal Canadian Legion

D.Handout #3 – Lions Club

E.Handout #4 – The Salvation Army

F.Handout #5 – St. John’s Ambulance

G.Handout #6 – The Royal Canadian Air Force Association

H.Handout #7 – Rotary Club

J.Discussion

TEACHING POINT(S):A.Kinsmen/Kinettes

B.Royal Canadian Legion

C.Lions Club

D.Salvation Army

E.St. John’s Ambulance

F.Royal Canadian Air Force Association

G.Rotary Club

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:Lecture and Discussion

TIME:1 x 35-minutes



PROFICIENCY LEVEL TWO / PO: CITIZENSHIP

PO/EO:404.03

ENABLING OBJECTIVE:Discuss the purposes of existing community groups

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INTRODUCTION

WHAT:In this class, we will be discussing the roles of existing community groups/service clubs.

WHY:Knowledge of existing community groups/service clubs provides an awareness of the services available in your community.

WHERE:You are encouraged to apply this knowledge by supporting and becoming involved in the various service clubs/community groups in your community.

TIME / BODY / NOTES

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STAGE 1ROLE OF COMMUNITY GROUPS/SERVICE CLUBS

1.General:

No community in Canada has all of the public facilities it needs. Canada is

a wealthy country when compared to others, though sometimes there is

simply not enough to go around. These gaps are filled by local, national,

and international community groups/service clubs.

2.Role:

Community groups/service clubs will often be dedicated to helping out the

less fortunate members of the community. These groups may be

dedicated to:

a.raising funds for research for cures for disease;

b.assisting veterans;

c.assisting the poor; or,

d.investing in the education of the youth.

3.Some examples:

Nearly all community groups/service clubs are different in their aims

though most operate as non-profit organizations. Some examples of

community groups/service clubs that you may find in your community are:

a.Kinsmen/Kinettes:

This is a non-sectarian service club that supports programs within

the local community.

b.The Royal Canadian Legion:

Dedicated to keeping the memory alive of those who fell in the

service of their country. Provides support for veterans and their

families and operates or supports several youth programs.

c.The Lion’s Club:

A non-sectarian organization that is geared toward supporting the

local community. Some activities this organization is involved in

would be fundraising for special causes and providing support for youth programs.

d.The Salvation Army:

An organization geared toward supporting the poor or less well to

do elements of society. Though religiously orientated, this

organization provides support to all who need it. Some of the

activities that this organization is involved in would be operating

shelters and soup kitchens for the homeless, providing support

services and resources for service personnel (Armed Forces) on active duty or operating discount stores which sell used clothing

and furniture.

e.St. John’s Ambulance:

This organization is dedicated to providing first aid training to the

public through the provision of courses at a reasonable cost.

St. John’s Ambulance also certifies instructors from other

organizations (Police, Fire Departments, Department of National

Defence, etc) to instruct within their own organization and provides

them with standardized manuals and teaching aids to assist them.

f. Royal Canadian Air Force Association:

This organization is also dedicated to keeping the memory alive of

those who fell in the service of their country. It provides support for

the local community and also operates or supports several youth

programs.

g.The Rotary Club:

The mission of Rotary International is to ensure Rotary's continuing

relevance, and to help build a better world, emphasizing service

activities by individuals and groups that enhance the quality of life

and human dignity, encouraging high ethical standards, and

creating greater understanding among all people to advance the

search for peace in the world.

28 MINs / PERFORMANCE CHECK

Test Details –Each cadet will be required to respond to oral questions on the subject matter.

1.Cadets will respond to the following questions:

a.What role does community groups/service clubs play in the community?

Answer:a.raising funds for research for cures for disease;

b.assisting veterans;

c.assisting the poor; or,

d.investing in the education of the youth.

b.Discuss with the cadets the groups that exist in their community and what their roles are

based on what they have learned here today and what they have witnessed themselves.Have them tell you any particular thing(s)that the group may have done for

theircommunity such asconstruction projects like a new community centre or playground, or social work like meals on wheels, food banks,shelters, etc.

33 MINs33 MINs / CONCLUSION

SUMMARY:A.In this lesson, you have learned about the different community

groups/service clubs and their role in the community.

RE-MOTIVATION:A.Comment on student performance. (Identify strengths and points that

require improvement)

B.The information contained in this lesson will give you a better understanding of the roles of service clubs in your community.

C.Your next lesson is PO/EO 404.04, where we will be discussing ways to preserve the environment.

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