Make Your Peace: An Olympic Truce Guide For Educators

"Sometimes a dream is all it takes to change our world in the most unexpected, unforeseen and wonderful ways. Make Your Peace is exactly that: an invitation to dream big, to get involved in any way possible, to be creative, and to channel your tremendous energy by expressing yourselves through sports and the arts."

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean

The Olympic Truce is symbolized by a dove of peace flying over the Olympic Rings. The dove holds an olive branch, another symbol of peace. The sacred flame of the Olympic Games appears in the background.

Make Your Peace - Invitation to Participate

Our Vision

All young Canadians are inspired by the Olympic Spirit to make peace at home and in their communities.

Our purposes are:

• To create opportunities for young people to learn and practice peaceful behaviour.

• To encourage young people to plan and organize peace projects.

We want you to use this guide if you are:

• A school administrator, a teacher, a community youth group leader or a youth sport leader.

• Anyone who wants to promote peace.

Download Make Your Peace: An Olympic Truce Guide For Educators.

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