1st Port Credit Sea Scouts
ESTABLISHED MAY 26, 1926
Who We Are
OUR STORY
The 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group was established and chartered by the Boy Scouts Association of Canada as a scout group in May 1926. Known originally as the 1st Port Credit Scout Group, our group holds the distinction of being the oldest Scout organization in Mississauga. It wasn't until 1936, when our group decided to change our designation from a scout group to a sea scout group to include more on-water activities, when our Group officially became the 1st Port Credit Sea Scouts.
In the first years of existence, the 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group only provided opportunities for boys in Cubs, Scouts and Rovers. Years later in the 1960’s, the Beaver and Venturer Programs were introduced, and the 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group expanded to include all five sections: Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, and Rovers. However, it was not until 1992 when Scouts Canada opted for a co-ed program in its Scouting program and the 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group chose to adopt this same option locally. Since 1992, we have welcomed girls into all of our sections and we are proud to have been the first Scout group in our area to provide activities for girls and boys together.
More recently, the Boy Scouts Association of Canada changed its name to Scouts Canada by an Act of Parliament under Bill S-1001, which was given Royal Assent on February 21, 2007. In March of 2011, Scouts Canada changed the names of the group sections to Beaver Scouts (ages 5-7), Cub Scouts (ages 8-10, Sea Scouts (ages 11-13, Venturer Sea Scouts (ages 14-17) and Rover Sea Scouts (ages 18-23). There are approximately 60 youth and 31 adult volunteers currently registered with the 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group.
OUR SPONSOR
With our ties to sailing, we are very fortunate to have the support of the Port Credit Yacht Club. In fact, the Port Credit Yacht Club has been our group's sponsor since the Club's inception in 1936 and the 1st Port Credit Sea Scout Group has been a member of the Club ever since.
OUR MISSION
The 1st Port Credit Sea Scouts Group and Scouts Canada is dedicated to providing a safe and positive environment for young people to learn, grow, and build lasting relationships. With a focus on education, environmental stewardship, recreation, and community involvement, we help youth develop the skills and confidence. Our program is designed to be fun, engaging, and relevant to the needs and interests of our members. In Scouting, we welcome all youth, regardless of background or ability, and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community for everyone. Our mission is to help develop well rounded youth, better prepared for success in the world.
Our Vision: Canadian Youth Making a Meaningful Contribution to Creating A Better World
For over 100 years, Canadian Scouts have experienced countless “firsts” through countless adventures and activities. These experiences help youth develop a strong sense of civic responsibility and environmental awareness. From food and clothing drives to shoreline clean-ups and maintenance, Scouting encourages youth to give back to their communities. As active citizens, Scouts help build better communities by creating positive change.
Community Support
Thank You for Your Support!
As a non-profit organization, we rely on community support to ensure a quality program is offered to every youth who joins our group. Scouting helps youth build confidence and provides knowledge and skills for a positive community impact. Community donations help fund our program locally including our camping adventures, training for leaders, equipment and meeting facilities. Whether it's new gear, venue spaces, or funding, we are very thankful for the generosity extended to our Scouting Group. If you require more information, or would like to donate to our group, please contact us.
Pictured Above: 1st Port Credit Sea Scouts Happy to Receive New Lifejackets from the Rigging Shoppe.
Special Mentions
- Diane Rogers, C/O Cloverleaf Garden Club of Mississauga - $500 Donation (Community Pollinator Garden - 2025)
- Northern Wildflowers - $50 Seed Donation (Community Pollinator Garden)
- Raffi Foundation for Child Honouring - $1,000 Grant (Community Pollinator Garden0
- Diane and Paul and Diane Reid , The Rigging Shop - Donation of PFDs to Group
- Jeroon Vrakking and Adrianna Meger, Army Issue Surplus Inc. - Donation of Wool Camp Blankets
- Gurth Pretty, Lakeview Cheese Galore - Storage Space, Gathering Space
- Ruby Zhao - $100 Donation to Sea Scout Troop
- Maeghan Laws - $1,000 Donation to Cub Pack
- Sidney Gendron, Sawmillsid.ca - Materials for Garden Sign (Community Pollinator Garden)
- Diane Rogers, C/O Cloverleaf Garden Club of Mississauga - $500 Donation (Community Pollinator Garden - 2024)
- Jeanne McRight, Blooming Boulevards - Introductory Course and Plant Seeds (Community Pollinator Garden)
- Raj Raithatha, $1,000 Donation to Beaver Colony
- Port Credit Yacht Club - Meeting Space, Event Donations
