An eight-month discipleship and leadership program designed to equip and empower the next generation of Christian leaders. CTI equips you with a Biblical and practical foundation for a life of service in the mission field at home and abroad, preparing students for compassionate ministry among the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized.
Our Vision
is to build up Christian leaders who are
trained for service, founded in faith, and
compelled by Christ.
Core Values
Christ-Centred
In everything, Christ is the core and who we are, what we do, and why we serve all revolves around Him. All our ministry and outreach programs are motivated and informed by Christ.
Hands of Service
We are called to be the hands and feet of Christ, and know that what we do for the most vulnerable, we do for Christ. This is a calling to serve by meeting the spiritual, physical and emotional needs of those in search of health, healing and hope.
Leadership
We believe that as Christians, we are called to lead with courage in Christ and a servants heart, demonstrating faith, humility, love and grace as we in turn follow the leadings of the Lord.
Discipleship
We seek to develop, equip and empower Christian leaders to follow God’s call on their lives and to walk with them as they walk with the Lord in caring for the hurting and vulnerable members of our community.
Stewardship
We honour God through effective, ethical and responsible utilization of our resources, time, finances, partnerships, and the people who lead, teach and participate in our institute.
Testimonials
“Coming out of high school, I didn’t really know what I wanted to do, but I knew I wanted to do something practical in ministry. When I found Hope Mission’s program I was excited for the opportunity to do just that. I immediately fell in love with the community, the work and God, and was humbled by the new perspectives and skills it gave me in life.”
– Kent Neufeld – Past Participant and
Current Manager of Hope Mission’s Tegler Youth Centre
“It was such a special experience I had here. I didn’t know what I signed up for as I didn’t know much about inner city ministry, but it turned out to be greater than what I anticipated. I was able to have tangible experiences during my time in the program and it was a journey of self-discovery. I grew to love the people we serve, and I received more love than I could ever give back to them.”
– Minyoung Choi – Past Participant and
Current Senior Manager of Women’s Programming & Recovery Programs at Hope Mission
What to Expect
Classroom Learning
Dive deep into biblical studies, theology, ethics, spiritual development, and healthy ministry leadership — always with a practical lens.
Ministry Training
Receive instruction from experienced practitioners in trauma-informed care, first aid, crisis response, and essential frontline ministry skills which will equip you for meaningful service throughout the program and beyond.
Work-Integrated Learning
Experience frontline ministry through field-work rotations in children and youth programs, addiction recovery ministries, and emergency shelters, with opportunities for additional placements.
Mentorship
Every student is paired with a mentor from Hope Mission for personalized spiritual and leadership development.
Retreats
Fall and Spring Retreats at one of Hope Mission’s beautiful camp locations to refocus and connect.
Mission Trip
Possible opportunity of taking part in a life-changing mission trip in April. We’ll help you fundraise and prepare every step of the way. (The Missions Trip is dependent upon student enrollment).
Grad & Beyond
Graduation takes place on May 1st — with opportunities to continue serving as a paid summer camp counsellor for underprivileged children and youth.
Applications are now open.
We are now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 term. Tuition is $500 and the program runs from Sept. 8, 2026 to April 30, 2027 (with the option of staying on as a paid counsellor at one of Hope Mission’s camp locations). For more information, please complete the contact us box below.
For any questions about the program, please contact Drew Nicoll at drew.nicoll@hopemission.com or 780-422-2018 (ext. 123).
Interested? Contact Us!
To learn more about Hope Mission, visit www.hopemission.com
Other Ways to Participate
Lecture Program
An opportunity to attend the Classroom Learning intensives with CTI students, learning about biblical, theological and other ministry topics, without the Work-Integrated field placements
Evening Vocational Seminars
Seminars twice per month, running from September-June, and exploring the topic of Vocation. Who has God made you to be and called you to do for the Kingdom?