Frequently Asked Questions: For in-person events in Winnipeg
Q. Is there a registration fee?
A. No. Thanks to our generous sponsors this is a free event.
Q. Can I register my daughter for the program even though she isn't 8 years old yet?
A. No. Please wait until your child reaches the appropriate age. Based on feedback from the career stations over the past two years, children younger than 8 years old have a hard time engaging in the activities and become a distraction to the group during the activities. This is an annual event and there will be an opportunity to attend in the future.
Q. I want to register my daughter but I also have younger children. Can we still attend?
A. Yes. However, you will be asked to view another area of 17 Wing while the Career Stations portion of the program is on. Young children become a distraction to the girls during the sessions and it isn't fair for the participants wanting to engage in the activity.
Q. Does a parent or chaperone have to attend?
A. A parent, chaperone or sibling over the age of 12 must accompany 8-11 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All parents and guardians are invited to participate. Parents who are engaged in their children's interests are more likely to support their children's future path.
Q. I'm over 17 but I'm interested in attending this event. Can I register?
A. Yes, you can register as a participant or as a volunteer. There is lots to learn and many great role models to meet at this great event!
Q. It says registration is full. Now what?
A. Our event is expected to sell out and we encourage you to sign up on the waiting list. We ask all registered participants to be courteous and cancel if they their schedule no longer allows them to attend. Last year the event sold out by July, but we were able to clear the waiting list the week of the event.
Q. I'm a Girl Guide Leader, can I register my group?
A. Yes. Girl Guide Leaders can be the chaperone for their group. Leaders can register up to 10 participants per registration. Additional participants can be registered on a second registration form.
Q. Will there be food and beverages?
A. Coffee, tea, juice, water and a selection of baked goods and snacks will be provided during the break. There is no other food provider on site.
Q. I have a son who loves aviation, can he register?
A. Boys can participate however the programming is deigned to expose girls to the many career opportunities available to them in aviation and aerospace. These fields are largely employed by men and we want to introduce the girls to successful female role models in aviation and aerospace.
Q. What time do doors open?
A. Registration opens at 5:00 pm and the Program begins at 6:30 pm. Guests who arrive early will be able to explore the Career Exhibits and aircraft on Static Display.
Q. Is there parking at the venue?
A. Yes, there is limited parking at the 17 Wing Fitness & Recreation Centre (Building 90.)
Q. I don't want photos of my child shared on social media, will there be photos taken at the event?
A. Photos will be taken at the event to share with our sponsors and used on our chapter website and social media sites as well as with our parent organization Women in Aviation, International. Photo release waivers are available to download off our website. If you do not wish for your child to be photographed please ensure she doesn't pose for the photographer.
If you have any additional questions please contact us at ywgspirit@gmail.com
We can't wait to see you at our event!
Q. Is there a registration fee?
A. No. Thanks to our generous sponsors this is a free event.
Q. Can I register my daughter for the program even though she isn't 8 years old yet?
A. No. Please wait until your child reaches the appropriate age. Based on feedback from the career stations over the past two years, children younger than 8 years old have a hard time engaging in the activities and become a distraction to the group during the activities. This is an annual event and there will be an opportunity to attend in the future.
Q. I want to register my daughter but I also have younger children. Can we still attend?
A. Yes. However, you will be asked to view another area of 17 Wing while the Career Stations portion of the program is on. Young children become a distraction to the girls during the sessions and it isn't fair for the participants wanting to engage in the activity.
Q. Does a parent or chaperone have to attend?
A. A parent, chaperone or sibling over the age of 12 must accompany 8-11 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All parents and guardians are invited to participate. Parents who are engaged in their children's interests are more likely to support their children's future path.
Q. I'm over 17 but I'm interested in attending this event. Can I register?
A. Yes, you can register as a participant or as a volunteer. There is lots to learn and many great role models to meet at this great event!
Q. It says registration is full. Now what?
A. Our event is expected to sell out and we encourage you to sign up on the waiting list. We ask all registered participants to be courteous and cancel if they their schedule no longer allows them to attend. Last year the event sold out by July, but we were able to clear the waiting list the week of the event.
Q. I'm a Girl Guide Leader, can I register my group?
A. Yes. Girl Guide Leaders can be the chaperone for their group. Leaders can register up to 10 participants per registration. Additional participants can be registered on a second registration form.
Q. Will there be food and beverages?
A. Coffee, tea, juice, water and a selection of baked goods and snacks will be provided during the break. There is no other food provider on site.
Q. I have a son who loves aviation, can he register?
A. Boys can participate however the programming is deigned to expose girls to the many career opportunities available to them in aviation and aerospace. These fields are largely employed by men and we want to introduce the girls to successful female role models in aviation and aerospace.
Q. What time do doors open?
A. Registration opens at 5:00 pm and the Program begins at 6:30 pm. Guests who arrive early will be able to explore the Career Exhibits and aircraft on Static Display.
Q. Is there parking at the venue?
A. Yes, there is limited parking at the 17 Wing Fitness & Recreation Centre (Building 90.)
Q. I don't want photos of my child shared on social media, will there be photos taken at the event?
A. Photos will be taken at the event to share with our sponsors and used on our chapter website and social media sites as well as with our parent organization Women in Aviation, International. Photo release waivers are available to download off our website. If you do not wish for your child to be photographed please ensure she doesn't pose for the photographer.
If you have any additional questions please contact us at ywgspirit@gmail.com
We can't wait to see you at our event!