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AGES 15-16

What is the LIT (Leader in Training) Program? 

As a whole the Canterbury Hills LIT program is designed as a two summer experience to help teens successfully transition from camper to camp leader. 

LIT 1

Participants are encouraged to begin their experience with LIT 1, a 4-week “half summer” program with the option to attend as part of the July cohort or August cohort. LIT 1 focuses on leadership foundations.

Minimum age for LIT 1: 15 by Dec. 31st, 2025

LIT 2

LIT 2 is a 6-week “full summer” program that focuses on expanding leadership fundamentals through increased responsibility and opportunities for practical application of skills. LIT 2’s spend additional time with camper groups, discuss advanced session topics, and are assigned as captains of LIT community event planning teams. LIT 2 is available to those who have previously participated in LIT 1 or can demonstrate comparable leadership experience/ability. LIT 1 is a suggested prerequisite of LIT 2 but is not mandatory.

Minimum age for LIT 2: 16 by Dec. 31st, 2025

2025 Leader-In-Training Sessions

SESSIONDATESAGE RANGEFEE
LIT 1: JulyJune 30th – July 25th15 years old by Dec. 31, 2025$1086
LIT 1: AugustJuly 28th – August 22nd15 years old by Dec. 31, 2025$1086
LIT 2 July 3 – 4: Training
July 6 – August 15		16 years old by Dec. 31, 2025$1448
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Benefits of the LIT Program:

  • Learn and grow in a environment that balances challenge and fun
  • Participate in and contribute to a supportive and enriching community
  • Explore personal leadership potential while learning important leadership values and lessons 
  • Have opportunities to gain experience by working with campers and staff teams 
  • Participate in daily LIT sessions
  • Learn about the operations of Canterbury Hills Camp by sharing in camp responsibilities 
  • Gain up to 96 volunteer hours per week of program participation 

To be considered in our first round of LIT applicants, please submit your application by March 3rd, 2025.

LIT Application FAQs

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  • Candidates may apply without previous camp experience.
  • Many LITs have previously spent time at Canterbury Hills as campers. However, having been a camper is not a prerequisite and we frequently have youth who are introduced to Canterbury for the first time though their LIT experience.  
  • There are limited LIT positions and the application process is competitive. • LIT is excellent preparation for future leadership roles at camp, in churches, and in the community.
  • Canterbury Hills Camp does not guarantee that a LIT position will result in future staff positions.
  • Bursary assistance is available for the LIT program. Successful applicants who require bursary assistance will be put in touch with our camp office for instructions on how to complete a bursary application.

LIT Application Process

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  1. Carefully review the LIT Information Package
  2. Complete our online LIT Application Form
  3. Contact 2 references (Teacher, Coach, Minister, Sunday School Coordinator, Employer) and have them complete the LIT Reference Form
  4. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in our LIT interview day with members of our senior staff team
  5. Wait for confirmation of acceptance to the LIT Program
  6. Register online through our online registration portal to complete payment and paperwork ahead of the summer. Further registration information will be sent to successful candidates upon their acceptance to the program. 

All interested applicants should read our LIT Information Package before applying:

lit information package