Dates
Note: Schedule subject to change. Adequate notice will be given whenever possible.
Here is what a year in the Kaléo program looks like (2025-26):
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September 10 |
Arrival at Qwanoes! 1pm–4pm. A Briercrest representative will be on site, and fees may be paid this day if this hasn’t already been done. |
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September 11-12 |
Further registration (forms, photos, etc., 9 – 11 AM) Orientation and other events |
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Throughout Program |
Ministry: A selection of full and partial weekends in camp ministry |
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Throughout Program |
Ministry: Local church ministry |
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Throughout Program |
Community: All in the context of a small group community, along with community care (taking responsibility for the place you live) |
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Throughout Program |
Leadership Development: Intertwined into all aspects of the program as well as intentional and focused leadership training times |
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September 15-17 |
Adventure: Strathcona Park – Backpack Trip |
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September 22-26 |
Academics: Introduction to Spiritual Theology (THEO 112) |
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Sept 30-Oct 3 |
Adventure: SALTS Sailing Trip |
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October 6-12 |
Week of Prayer and Leadership | |
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October 14-16 |
Adventure: Tofino Surf Trip |
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October 21-23 |
Camp and Youth Ministry #1 (YM 220) |
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| October 28-30 | Community Service: LOVE Crofton | |
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November 10-14 |
Academics: Introduction to Old Testament (BLST 111) |
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December 1-5 |
Academics: Introduction to Christian Theology (THEO 115) |
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Dec 11- Jan 3 |
Christmas Break: Arrive back on January 3 by dinner |
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January 5-9 |
Academics: Introduction to New Testament (BLST 109) |
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January 12-16 |
Adventure: Mount Washington Snow Trip |
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Feb 2-6 |
Academics: Foundations of Church Ministry (CM 101) |
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February 12-24 |
Ministry: Mission Trips |
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| March 2-6 | Academics: Pauline Epistles (BLST 230) | |
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March 18-20 |
Adventure: French Beach Camping Trip |
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| March 23-27 | Academics: Engaging The Ideas Of This World (IDST 200) | |
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April 1-2 |
Academics: Camp and youth Ministry # 2 (YM 220) |
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April 6-9 |
Adventure: 4 Day Kayak Trip |
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April 17-18 |
Graduation Retreat – Parents Invited! (April 18 - Grad Ceremony) |
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| April 19 | Departure Day |