Interim Vision and Mission Statements

The interim Vision and Mission statements were drafted at the Board Meeting of December 15th. They are:

The Vision of the Outdoor Council of Canada is that outdoor physical activity will become a major force for the improvement of health, recreation and education in Canada.

The Mission of the Outdoor Council of Canada is to promote and enable safe and accessible education and recreation in the outdoor environment.

Additionally, the 'Purposes' of the Outdoor Council of Canada that were submitted with the application for incorporation under the Canada Corporations Act were:

1. To represent persons who lead group activities in outdoor education and recreation.


2. To support and promote safe education and recreation in the outdoor environment.
   


3. To develop a national system of outdoor training and certification for those leading group activities in outdoor environments.


4. To develop and maintain a registry of those who hold certification recognized by the Council.


5. To provide risk management support for organizations that sponsor outdoor education or recreation.


6. To promote research into any aspect of outdoor education or recreation that enriches our understanding and management of the benefits, costs and risks associated with such activities.