Build the confidence, connections and direction you need to thrive in adulthood
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Discover Year is a certified Canadian post-secondary program. Program fees are RESP-eligible and can be claimed as a tuition tax credit, reducing the effective cost to Canadian students and families.
Do you feel overwhelmed or confused when you think about your future? Do you want to connect with other young people who feel the same way and develop a stronger sense of belonging?
You're not alone!
We support students of diverse backgrounds to build important character and career skills, discover their interests and strengths, and gain a clearer sense of direction for their future through education that is relevant, engaging and inspiring.
Our program follows a 1:6 ratio to foster a unique, engaging and interactive environment. We have one educator for every six students, and each week our students engage in one day of dynamic learning and six days of purposeful exploration.
Interested in learning more? Attend one of our Info Sessions!
We would love to meet you at one of our upcoming virtual information sessions. Join us to learn more about Discover Year and meet some of our students, parents and staff members!
"Last year, I didn't know what I wanted out of my future. I was aimlessly following the paths that people around me were suggesting. During my Discover Year, I learned a lot about myself. Now I feel like I'm in control because I know what direction I want to take with my future. I feel like I'm moving through life with a purpose. It's hard to describe, but I see value in my actions, which is something I was missing in the first 18 years of my life." — Josh Harris, Graduate
"Never in a million years could you accomplish in your own gap year what the students accomplish in one Discover Year. There is just so much condensed into 12 months. It’s amazing." — Nadja Becsey, Parent of a Graduate
Our graduates consistently agree that Discover Year helped them:
Become more self-aware
"Discover Year was the best choice that I could have made for my gap year because it helped me better understand myself and improve myself overall." - Noel Klassen, Graduate
Build stronger self-confidence
“Discover Year gave me the confidence and courage to face my fears and be the best version of myself that I can be.” - Julie Chaput, Graduate
Improve their interpersonal skills
“I have improved my ability to communicate with others and all that comes with it, such as listening actively and asking meaningful questions." - Joanna McDonald, Graduate
Become more resilient
"Thanks to Discover Year, I am more adaptable and resilient to all sorts of challenges." - Desmond Top, Graduate
Meet the People Behind Discover Year
We have a diverse and passionate team of over 100 mentors and coaches who volunteer their time and expertise to support our students. From business executives, to software engineers, to firefighters, to filmmakers, our network of caring and successful mentors come from all walks of life and professions.
