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From May 22–24, 2026, youth ages 16–19 from across Canada will gather in Toronto for Career Compass – a national event designed to give you the skills, mentorship and confidence to take charge of your future. Whether you're thinking about university, college, starting a career or still figuring it out – Career Compass is for you.

Why you should come:

  • Build practical skills – from building resumes to standing out in interviews
  • Explore your future – post-secondary, career options and emerging fields
  • Mentorship that opens doors – connect with inspiring women leaders and gain insights into today’s job market
  • Your adventure, your way – workshops, interactive sessions and activities designed by youth, for youth, based on what Girl Guides like you say they need most
  • Celebrate your success – wrap it all up at a special gala evening

What you’ll do:

We’re still finalizing the full schedule, but here’s a sneak peek at what to expect:

  • Friday, May 22 – Arrival, get-to-know-you activities, determine-your-interests surveys, off-campus excursion options
  • Saturday, May 23 – Breakfast, keynote speakers, workshops, panels, visiting the exhibition hall and the celebration Guiding Gala
  • Sunday, May 24 – Breakfast, morning sessions, closing session, departures

Youth within driving distance of York University can join at a reduced cost for the day on Saturday!

Costs and subsidies:

  • Full weekend: $250 – includes two nights on campus, meals, snacks, all sessions and gala
  • Saturday-only pass: $35 for youth within driving distance (does not include the gala celebration)
  • Subsidies available in every province! Cover part of your fee or travel costs. Amounts vary by council – contact CareerCompass@girlguides.ca for details.

Fundraising with cookies to cover costs is encouraged. Your Unit Guider can help you get cookies to sell.

Yes! I am interested

Want to spread the word or learn more before applying?

Explore our event resources:

Career Compass at a glance for youth – your quick guide to what’s waiting for you!

Career Compass event flyer – pass it on to a youth you know!

Career Compass at a glance for adults – everything you need to support a youth participant.


Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply to attend Career Compass?

Any member ages 16-19 can apply – whether you’re in Rangers, Trex, Link or a bridging member.

What’s included in the event cost?

Full weekend registration – $250

  • Two nights in an on-campus residence (Friday and Saturday)
  • Ground transportation to and from airport (if needed)
  • Meals on Saturday and Sunday
  • Snacks all weekend
  • All conference sessions
  • A fun gala evening
  • Friday evening optional activities

You can pay in installments through your trip unit, which gives you time to fundraise. You’ll only need to cover about $110 of the registration fee yourself

Travel costs are extra, but don’t worry – all provinces have subsidies to help cover these expenses. Your Trip Unit Guiders will explain how payments work and what your total costs will be.

Saturday-only pass – $35

  • Event kit
  • Meals and snacks Saturday
  • Saturday conference sessions

Does not include the gala celebration.

Is financial assistance available for Career Compass?

Yes! Each province offers different subsidy options to help support participation:

Province Subsidy details
ANY Council $600 to support travel expense
BC Council $200 to support travel expenses
MB Council Travel subsidies for flights
NB/PEI Council 90% (not the 10% which is about $110)
NL Council $500 to support travel expenses
NS Council All travel expenses
ON Council $200 to support travel expenses
QC Council $450 to support registration fees or travel expenses
SK Council Up to $750 to support travel expenses

Reach out to careercompass@girlguides.ca to learn how to access available subsidies.

Please note: Spots for Career Compass are filled in Alberta, Nunavut, the Yukon, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. Youth from all provinces and territories can still take part in upcoming digital programming events – more information coming soon!

What makes this event different?

In a world of rapid change and growing uncertainty, youth need more than advice – they need practical tools, future-ready skills and meaningful mentorship. That’s exactly what Career Compass delivers. This event is designed to empower you at a key turning point in your life – with inspiration, support, and real-world skills you can use right now.

I’m unsure about my future plans – is this still for me?

Yes! The world is changing fast – and it’s totally normal to feel unsure and maybe even uninspired about what comes next. Career Compass is designed to give you the inside scoop on all the different kinds of post-secondary options, new and emerging career fields, and hear directly from women who’ve been where you are now.