Guide Program

Pathfinder Program Overview

The Pathfinder Program is made up of 64 Modules divided into 9 Program Areas, the Citizenship Certificate, the Community Service Award, and the Canada Cord.

To be enrolled as a Pathfinder, a girl must know and understand the following:
  • Promise
  • Law
  • Motto
  • Sign and Handshake
  • The meaning of being part of, and helping in, a community.
Some Pathfinder Units also set a challenge for new members to complete before enrolment.


Modules & Program Areas
For most modules, girls must complete 4 activities of their choice. Once they complete a module, they receive a badge. Modules cover a diverse range of topics and provide Pathfinders with an opportunity to explore their interests and develop new skills.
The program areas are:
  • Finding the Path
  • A World to Discover
  • Creating Your Future
  • Let's Take It Outside!
  • Girl Stuff
  • Exploring a Theme
  • Living Well
  • My Music, Movies and More!
  • On My Own
Citizenship Certificate
The Citizenship Certificate is based on the Be a Model Citizen Module. Pathfinders must complete two activities from each section of the module or one activity from each section plus a related service project.
The four sections of the Module are:
  • Government
  • Ceremonies
  • What Being Canadian Means to Me
  • Multiculturalism in Candaa
Community Service Award
The Community Service Award is earned through the completion of approximately 15 hours of service. Pathfinders must complete three different types of service projects:
  • Supporting Your Community
  • Going Global (International)
  • Environmental Awareness
Suitable projects must include planning and preparation and should benefit other organizations of the general community outside of Guiding.

Canada Cord
The Canada Cord is the highest award that a Pathfinder can earn. It includes the completion of specific program modules, the Citizenship Certificate, the Community Service Award, learning about first aid, participating in bridging activities with Rangers and younger branches, and developing and practicing leadership skills by planning and running camps or events.