Leadership Development and Facilitation Training


Leadership skills contribute to the success of teams and will put you in demand in the job market. Facilitation skills equip you to create powerful environments and experiences that change lives! Whether you are a new leader or facilitator just getting started, or a veteran with extensive experience looking for a growth opportunity to take your skills to the next level, we have a course for you!

Leadership Development

Leadership Development - That Fits Your Schedule and Budget!

1 hour
$25/participant ($22.12 + $2.88 HST)
$20 with 20% discount ($17.70 + $2.30 HST)
No Maximum # of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 12
Suggested Ages: 13+

Space Requirement: This 'lunch and learn' workshop approach requires little space. Participants should be able to sit comfortably and have room to work together in small groups. The facilitator will require a whiteboard or flip chart which Open Door Development can provide if needed.


3 hours
$65/participant ($57.52 + $7.48 HST)
$52 with 20% discount ($46.02 + $5.98 HST)
No Maximum # of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 4
Suggested Ages 13+

Space Requirement: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. If you will be in a confined space please speak with our Lead Facilitator so that an exciting and safe program can be tailored for your needs. There will be some written work, however, chairs and tables are optional and not required. The great outdoors is a fantastic place to be and adds a little something extra to any leadership development experience, however, if you plan on having your program run outdoors, please have an indoor back-up space prepared in case of inclement weather.


6-8 hours (1 day)
$110/participant ($97.35 + $12.65 HST)
$88 with 20% discount ($77.88 + $10.12 HST)
No Maximum # of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 4
Suggested Ages 13+

Space Requirement: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. If you will be in a confined space please speak with our Lead Facilitator so that an exciting and safe program can be tailored for your needs. There will be some written work, however, chairs and tables are optional and not required. The great outdoors is a fantastic place to be and adds a little something extra to any leadership development experience, however, if you plan on having your program run outdoors, please have an indoor back-up space prepared in case of inclement weather.


14-16 hours (2 days)
$185/participant ($163.72 + $21.28 HST)
$148 with 20% discount ($130.97 + $17.03 HST)
No Maximum # of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 4
Suggested Ages: 13+

Space Requirement: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. If you will be in a confined space please speak with our Lead Facilitator so that an exciting and safe program can be tailored for your needs. There will be some written work, however, chairs and tables are optional and not required. The great outdoors is a fantastic place to be and adds a little something extra to any leadership development experience, however, if you plan on having your program run outdoors, please have an indoor back-up space prepared in case of inclement weather.


18-24 hours (3 days)
$245/participant ($216.81 + $28.19 HST)
$196 with 20% discount ($173.45 + $22.55 HST)
No Maximum # of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 4
Suggested Ages: 13+

Space Requirement: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. If you will be in a confined space please speak with our Lead Facilitator so that an exciting and safe program can be tailored for your needs. There will be some written work, however, chairs and tables are optional and not required. The great outdoors is a fantastic place to be and adds a little something extra to any leadership development experience, however, if you plan on having your program run outdoors, please have an indoor back-up space prepared in case of inclement weather.


People learn best when given questions rather than answers! Learn how to develop your leadership communication skills as well as your perspective, learning which leadership model is the most effective and will lead you and your team to the greatest success. Identify your strengths and areas for growth while exploring what lead you to become the person you are today, and learn six common leadership pitfalls that will undermine your success while also being equipped to get out of the pit if you have already fallen in to it.

These foundational concepts will all be addressed during your leadership training, whatever time length you choose. However, the more time you book, the more time you will have for hands-on practice, participating in challenges that put your leadership skills to the test and create powerful moments of learning and self-discovery.

When booking your program you can let us know if the group is made up of new leaders, experienced leaders, veteran leaders or a combination and we will tailor the challenges in order for all participants to get the most out of their experience.

Introduction To Facilitation

Introduction To Facilitation
14-16 hours
$145/participant including manual ($128.32 + $16.68 HST)
$116 with 20% discount ($102.65 + $13.35 HST)
Maximum # of Participants: 18
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Recommended Ages: 14+

Space Required: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. There will be some written work, however, chairs and tables are optional and not required. The great outdoors is a fantastic place to be and adds a little something extra to any facilitation training experience, however, if you plan on having your program run outdoors, please have an indoor back-up space prepared in case of inclement weather.

For those wishing to provide engaging games, challenges and initiatives that encourage the building of team skills in any group environment. Learn a long list of team challenges as well as how to sequence your activities so that participants can experience optimal growth and be kept on their learning edge (and out of their panic zone)! You will also be equipped with creative debriefing skills that connect lessons learned during a team building experience to the bigger picture of your participants' lives. With the right knowledge and tools you will be able to lead people in moments of discovery they can take ownership of, being able to say "We did this"!

At-Risk and Investment Populations

At-Risk and Investment Populations
6-8 hours
$85/participant ($75.22 + $9.78 HST)
$68 with 20% discount ($60.18 + $7.82 HST)
No Maximum Number of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Suggested Ages: 18+

Space Required: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. Being in the great outdoors always adds something extra to a facilitation workshop, however please have an indoor space prepared in case of inclement weather. The number of people able to participate is only limited by the space available to accommodate them. The more the merrier!

Whether you are working with low-income youth, a women's shelter or a men's addictions program, any population made up of struggling individuals has an increased need for attention to physical and emotional safety as well as self-esteem issues. Fill your facilitator back pocket with team challenges that do everything from build self-confidence to challenge unhealthy thought patterns to begin rebuilding trust. Identify the kinds of activities that are most likely to cause at-risk individuals to withdraw or shut down and learn how to structure programs that bring those who are struggling in to healthy community with a sense of pride in the strengths they have to offer.

Corporate Connection

Corporate Connection
6-8 hours
$85/participant ($75.22 + $9.78 HST)
$68 with 20% discount ($60.18 + $7.82 HST)
No Maximum Number of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Suggested Ages: 18+

Space Required: Tables and chairs are required for all participants. Ideally participants will be able to sit in configurations of 6 or more that allow them to face each other (ex. such as when having a board meeting). The number of people able to participate is only limited by the space available to accommodate them. The more the merrier!

Employees have been proven to give more at work and remain more loyal to their company when they feel a sense of purpose in their job and a sense of connection with their co-workers. Team challenges are a great way to re-energize, re-focus and re-connect staff for better productivity and a more dynamic workplace.

This workshop will equip participants with lots of team challenges they can use in a corporate setting. Whether at the board room table in a three-piece suit or at a corporate retreat, these activities and debriefs will help you explore team dynamics and business principles that will empower your team to excel! Come ready to play and ready to bring a full mental toolkit back to your organization!

No Budget,
No Problem

No Budget, No Problem
6-8 hours
$85/participant ($75.22 + $9.78 HST)
$68 with 20% discount ($60.18 + $7.82 HST)
No Maximum Number of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Suggested Ages: 14+

Space Required: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. Being in the great outdoors always adds something extra to a facilitation workshop, however please have an indoor space prepared in case of inclement weather. The number of people able to participate is only limited by the space available to accommodate them. The more the merrier!

Who said you needed lots of money or props to do team building? Spend the entire day playing a combination of fun games and team challenges with props that have a minimum of ten uses, or that require no props at all! Whether you are looking for activities you can spontaneously use on-the-go, or for in-depth team building on a low-budget, this workshop is for you!

Debriefs
Debriefs
Debriefs

Debriefs, Debriefs, Debriefs
6-8 hours
$85/participant ($75.22 + $9.78 HST)
$68 with 20% discount ($60.18 + $7.82 HST)
No Maximum Number of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Suggested Ages: 16+

Space Required: Participants must be able to move freely without danger of bumping in to obstacles, whether outdoors or indoors. As a general rule, everyone should be able to stick their arms out and turn in a circle without being able to touch anyone else. Being in the great outdoors always adds something extra to a facilitation workshop, however please have an indoor space prepared in case of inclement weather. The number of people able to participate is only limited by the space available to accommodate them. The more the merrier!

Whether you are trying to draw out the thoughts and feedback of your team members, process a difficult event, or get valuable lessons to stick for the future there is a debriefing tool here for you. This entire day is filled with exercises and props so that you can be ready to confidently process any experience in a creative and engaging way.

The Diagram Debrief

The Diagram Debrief
6-8 hours
$85/participant ($75.22 + $9.78 HST)
$68 with 20% discount ($60.18 + $7.82 HST)
No Maximum Number of Participants
Minimum # of Participants: 6
Suggested Ages: 18+

Space Required: Participants require a chair and writing surface of some kind. Open floor space must be available that comfortably accommodates the entire group standing. The number of people able to participate is only limited by the space available to accommodate them. The more the merrier!

The Diagram Debrief is a powerfully insightful debriefing method based on the principles of Jungian psychology which acknowledges that people express a great deal more through pictures and imagery than they intend to.

Learn how to facilitate a Diagram Debrief using simple visual tools that help to bring hidden strengths and struggles to light. This is not a mind-reading trick and participants will not be learning how to interpret a group's diagram. Instead participants will learn how to identify and explore symbolic patterns as well as ask appropriate questions that can lead a group to breakthrough discoveries and revelation.