Glenwood
ABOUT
Glenwood is located in the Shaughnessy neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Glenwood offers programs for male high school and university students as well as young professionals that help them become competent, generous, and responsible individuals committed to the common good of society. Personal excellence, good work and study habits, and professional ambition are encouraged in the context of a spirit of service, dedication to the family, openness to those in need, and love of personal freedom and responsibility. The message of Saint Josemaría Escrivá inspires those who make Glenwood a reality. He founded Opus Dei, an institution of the Catholic Church to which the activities of spiritual formation at Glenwood are entrusted.
To learn more about Opus Dei, click here.
PHOTOS
ACTIVITIES
Glenwood offers, on either a weekly or monthly basis, programs for men in high school and university as well as for young professionals. For more information, please write to us at glenwoodvancouver@gmail.com.
2023 SUMMER PROGRAMS
Big Picture Seminar (July 3 - 8)
Participants develop a clear vision of their future in high school and beyond. Through presentations, mentoring and fun activities, they will acquire personal qualities that lead to happiness and success in life. The program touches on subjects such as studies, extra-curricular activities, school planning, friendship and leadership.
For young men entering Grade 9
$330 per person
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Techniques and Technology (July 10 - 15)
Participants will look deeper into the meaning of work and studies while learning sound techniques to be the best students they can be. They will also look into the proper ways of using technology and the benefits and risks around it. The program includes presentations, mentoring and excursions.
For young men entering Grades 10 and 11
$330 per person
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Sunshine Coast Service Project (July 17 - 22)
Participants will work with staff and volunteers of the Ruby Lake Lagoon Society to enhance and preserve the natural habitat and wildlife of the sunshine coast region. The work involves the removal of invasive species, trail clearing, installing habitats for wildlife, and much more.
For young men entering Grades 11 and 12
$330 per person
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Manitoba Social Service Project (August 11 - 19)
The project involves helping out at the Catholic parish in Berens River, Manitoba, located on the east side of Lake Winnipeg. Participants will help with repairs and construction work around the parish buildings, as well as tutoring local children in English, mathematics, and catechism.
For young men entering Grades 11 and 12
$400 per person + airfare
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APPLICATIONS
Fill out this form to apply for any of our 2023 Summer programs above. The application deadline is May 31, 2023.
Applicants will be contacted for an interview. Due to limited capacity, priority will be given to the first 16 applicants for each program above.
Thank you for showing interest in and applying for our summer programs. For similar Summer programs across Canada, please visit the CYLI website.
Pre-BPS (July 24-26)
Participants will look into the power of habits and virtues as they come to the end of a stage in life and the start of another one in high school. The program includes sports and excursions. Please apply by filling out this form.
For boys entering Grade 8
$100 per person