APASS Education

Founded in 1924, Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that builds confidence and teaches public speaking skills through a worldwide network of clubs that meet online and in person. In a supportive community or corporate environment, members prepare and deliver speeches, respond to impromptu questions, and give and receive constructive feedback. It is through this regular practice that members are empowered to meet personal and professional communication goals.

Gavel clubs are a way of providing the Toastmasters experience to groups who may be ineligible for regular membership due to age, or other circumstances. Following similar Toastmasters club meeting protocols, Gavel clubs use club officer titles and education manuals. However, gavel club members are referred to as “gaveliers”. Gavel clubs also provide Toastmasters members and clubs with an excellent opportunity for community service.

APASS Gavel Club was chartered in 2017 and had engaged over 100 youth in age 14-18 years old. The club had been interrupted by COVID-19 for a few years. Now it is back!

Club Name: APASS Gavel Club

Venue: 2140 W 41st Ave, Vancouver BC

Schedule: 6:30-8:30pm, 1st and 3rd Sunday

Participant Age: 14-18 by July 1st, 2024

Club Size: 20-25 members

The club runs from July 1st to June 30th officially and the annual fee will be collected in advance. However since we are starting a new group this year, when the registration numbers reach 20, there will be a few meetings starting soon including orientation and club leaders election. We will keep you posted.

The annual fee for year 2024-2025 is CAD$360 (including the TM education materials, Name badge, and Certificate). A 10% discount will be given to current toastmasters' children or siblings.

This form is a pre-registration form. No fee will be charged at this point.