First Third Ministry Chinook Winds Pacific Mountain

05/26/2026

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT! Registration for YouthTREK Camrose & YouthTREK Whitehorse is now live!

Spots are limited, and Whitehorse is already filling up: get registered!

05/21/2026

This June, our friends at BibleWoolies are beta-testing an Android version of their faith formation app!

They are looking for 20 volunteers to test the app for 14 days. All you need is a Google Account and an Android phone or tablet. You will get an exclusive sneak peek at the newest version of the app, packed with all the same stories, games and songs you love. And, you don't even need to be a kid to participate!

Sign up to be a Beta Tester or email them for more information at [email protected]

05/16/2026

YOUTHTREK GOES NORTH! This year, First Third's Jr. Youth event, YouthTREK, is trailblazing, with First Third's first event in the Yukon, and First Third's first event in the Northern Spirit Region! We couldn't be more excited to be bringing our faith-filled, fun & inclusive programming to these new places!

Registration is open now, learn more at: firstthirdministry.ca/yt2025

05/12/2026

MacKenzie Camp still needs to find a Camp Director for the coming summer program. It's a position that requires an excellent candidate - and we're sure there's one out there. It runs for 10 weeks, June 15 through August 21, and requires someone 25 years and older; with solid experience in outdoor education, team building, and conflict resolution; who has at least two years of post-secondary training and a Pleasure Craft Operator's Certificate - and loves kids. Know someone like that? For payscale, application form, and the complete job description, please direct them to https://mackenziecamp.ca/employment. Applications close May 30, 2026.

05/12/2026

Don't forget to register your children & young teens for our PMR AGM programming! Running Thursday-Saturday, for ages 7-15, we have eight spots left: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/chinook-pacific-uccan/shop/activities/6873330

05/06/2026

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Our Summer Curriculum is now available! Check it out here: https://firstthirdcampingcurriculum.ca/

05/05/2026

I see a few of our fantastic Youth Council members!

05/01/2026

Attending the Chinook Winds AGM? We want YOU to come check out our table, and say hi!

04/20/2026

Indigenous or Racialized youth (ages 18–26)! The United Church is looking for six young scholars to join a paid, 10-week research journey rooted in leadership and creativity. Apply now - deadine April 27, 2026.

The Details:
• Get Paid to Learn: $23/hr (15 hrs/week).
• Express Yourself: Turn your research into a painting, film, dance, poem, or other form of creative expression!
• Travel: Includes an expenses paid 4–5 day trip to Norway House, MB, for community building (Travel date TBD).
• Flexible: Work remotely with weekly Zoom check-ins.
• Dates of Program: May 13–July 15
• Deadline: Apply in the form linked below by April 27, 2026!

Your voice as a young person in the church belongs here! Build your skills and share your story.

Learn more at: https://united-church.ca/opportunities/2026-indigenous-racialized-young-scholars-program

[Art credit: Eli Dunlap]

04/15/2026

What a great opportunity!

Are you an Indigenous or Racialized youth (ages 18–26) looking to dive deep into a topic that matters to you? The United Church is looking for six young scholars to join a paid, 10-week research journey rooted in leadership and creativity.

The Details:
• Get Paid to Learn: $23/hr (15 hrs/week).
• Express Yourself: Turn your research into a painting, film, dance, poem, or other form of creative expression!
• Travel: Includes an expenses paid 4–5 day trip to Norway House, MB, for community building (Travel date TBD).
• Flexible: Work remotely with weekly Zoom check-ins.
• Dates of Program: May 13–July 15
• Deadline: Apply in the form linked below by April 27, 2026!

Your voice as a young person in the church belongs here! Build your skills and share your story.

Learn more at: https://united-church.ca/opportunities/2026-indigenous-racialized-young-scholars-program

[Art credit: Eli Dunlap]