GET INVOLVED
Delegates & Chaperones
Delegates & Chaperones
Prepare to be part of an unforgettable experience!
Every part of GOV – from the activities and entertainment to the workshops – has been purposely selected to make every delegate’s experience at GOV exciting and fun. GOV’s main goal for delegates is to add value to their personal journey and to help them see how they can contribute to the growth of their local communities.
Delegates
To attend GOV as a delegate, you must:
👦👧🏽Be no younger than 14 and no older than 24 by March 18, 2025
🪶 Self-identify as Indigenous
🧑🏾🤝🧑🏽Attend with a chaperone if you are under 18
Chaperones
A chaperone is the primary adult contact for youth under 18 years old at the event. They are responsible for ALL members of their group (regardless of age). While GOV is intended for youth ages 14-24, chaperones are required to purchase a ticket and to register with their delegate(s). Chaperones are encouraged to join in activities when allowed – we want chaperones to have fun too!
Duties of a Chaperone
21+ Years Old
Chaperones must be 21 years or older and submit a clean criminal record check.
1:5 Chaperone to Youth Ratio
One chaperone is required for every five delegates under the age of 18 years old. Chaperones may not supervise more than one group of five.
Travel Support
Help youth travel to and from the event.
Registration
Ensure that the registration details for their group are complete.
Attend our Training
We’ll offer an engagement session to answer your questions and offer tried and true tips from previous chaperones so you feel equipped and ready to support your group!
Workshops
Assist youth in selecting and locating workshops and arriving in a timely manner, and ensure youth remain in their workshop until their session is complete.
Emergency Contact
Provide BCAAFC with the emergency information for their group/delegates. BCAAFC will verify contacts to ensure they are correct and can be used if needed.
Presence
Be with youth during all evening activities (opening ceremonies, talent show, dance) as there is a ‘no re-entry’ policy once the performance begins.
Ensure Safety
Ensure your group follows our rules and guidelines. We want everyone to have fun and be safe!
Role Model
All chaperones must be a positive role model and set positive examples for all youth.
Extra Support
Provide any additional support to their delegates during the event.
How to Register and Purchase Tickets
1
Create an account (we recommend doing this prior to October 30)
2
On October 30, log into your account a few minutes before 10:00AM PDT
3
Select your tickets
4
Submit payment for tickets by December 13, 2023
5
Submit criminal record checks and delegate and chaperone registration information, by February 2, 2024 and March 5, 2024 respectively
Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check
Please note that all delegates and chaperones 18 years old and over must provide a clean CRC-VSC dated after January 1, 2024 in order to be onsite at GOV. Those 18 or older who arrive at GOV without a current and clean CRC-VSC will not be able to enter and will not be issued a refund.