Guiding History - Heritage Uniform Rental

Have Fun with Guiding Heritage!
The Archives volunteers have prepared some resources for Brownie and Guide leaders to use with their Units. If you are interested in booking any of these items, contact the Archives Adviser

HERITAGE UNIFORMS FOR RENT
• 32 Guide uniforms, dating from 1910 to 1987
• 32 Brownie uniforms dating from 1914 to 1993
• 45 adult uniforms dating from 1910 to 1994

The rental fee for uniforms is $10 each or 10 for $70. The fee covers return postage, handling, and any necessary repairs and cleaning upon return. Order what you need and enjoy a heritage “dress up” with the girls. Then pack up the uniforms, seal the box, apply the label and postage, and send it back.

See old heritage uniforms in action!  National GGC has an online heritage photo gallery called HerStory. Click here to visit the Flickr site.

If you are interested in learning more about Girl Guide heritage, click here to access the Canadian Guiding Badge and Insignia resource (1910-2010)

Awards & Recognition

The presentation of awards and recognition is part of the girl core program in the form of pins, badges and certificates as well as praise from others. Adult Members also receive awards and recognition through nominations by other Members. There are both national and provincial awards.