All youth in grades 6 to 12 are invited to participate in the 2024 Winter Youth “Be Real” Retreat taking place February 2 to 4, 2024.

WHAT: Youth will enjoy tons of fun winter activities while spending time learning what it means to open up and to be real with others, themselves and God. Planned activities include ball hockey, sledding, karaoke, capture the flag, art workshops, and more.

WHO: With roughly 40 youth in grades 6 to 12 coming together on this retreat from six churches (and counting), there will be loads of opportunities to make connections and meet new friends from across the Greater Toronto Area.

WHERE: The retreat will take place at the amazing Medeba facility in Haliburton, located about three hours north of Toronto for a real winter getaway.

WHEN: February 2 to 4, 2024. Register (see below) by January 12 or sooner, as space is limited.

COST: $180 per youth (includes accommodation, food and bus transportation). Financial subsidies available.

QUESTIONS: Contact Brianna Coutlee at families@islingtonuntied.org or 416-239-1131 ext 224 to learn more or inquire about financial aid.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Clothes (dress for the weather!)
• Snow pants, snow boots, and winter gear
• Closed-toe running shoes
• Water bottle
• Toiletries
• Sleeping bag and pillow
• Towel
• Hockey stick and equipment (optional)

GOOD TO KNOW:

• Your registration fee is non-refundable and is your commitment to attend.
• Spots on the bus are given on a first come first serve basis. Register early to ensure your spot.
• Be sure to have dinner before the departing for the trip on Friday night. There will not be food served.
• Dietary restrictions will be accommodated only if forms are submitted on time (on or before January 12, 2024).

REGISTER

Please complete the below registration form and click on “Submit.” Someone will be in touch with you to arrange for completion of payment. Please note that your registration will not be held or considered confirmed until your payment is received.

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The retreat location is Medeba in Haliburton (https://maps.app.goo.gl/CEdwFwQee87srykK9). Please indicate your preferred transportation option.

• Youth will be taking the bus from (Feb. 2 at 5:30 pm) and to (Feb. 4 at 4:30 pm) Trinity Streetsville (69 Queen Street South, Mississauga ON, L5M 1K5)
• Youth will be taking the bus from (Feb. 2 at 6:00 pm) and to (Feb. 4 at 4:00 pm) Islington United Church (25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto ON, M9A 1G9)
• Youth will be privately driven to (Feb. 2 with 9:00 pm dropoff) and from (Feb. 4 with 1:00 pm pickup) Medeba
• Youth will be privately driven to and from Medeba AND we can also drive additional youth (see times above)

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By filling in my name above, I hereby give permission for the youth named above to fully participate in the Winter Youth Retreat. Participation will include physical activities both inside and outside at Medeba Retreat Centre as well as photography and video for church purposes. I further grant permission to Islington United Church Music Camp or Church Staff to enlist emergency medical treatment if it is deemed necessary.

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