Considering travelling....taking a GAP year???

Alpha Study abroad

Is a program to provide you with overseas experience whether it be volunteering in Africa or learning how to cook in France. This program will help you gain educational and cultural experiences, and will also give you the tools to move forward in the world. Destinations include: Argentina, Spain, Italy, China, Ireland, Austria, Australia, and many more.       www.alpha-study-abroad.com

Language Learning Abroad

If you want to have an adventure in a foreign country and learn the language while you’re there then this is the program for you. Whether you’re new to the language or you are almost fluent they offer language courses year round to suit your level and needs. They offer accommodation, additional cultural and adventure programs. You can learn Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and Arabic.

For more information visit www.languagelearningabroad.com

SWAP Working Holidays

Is a non-profit organization that offers young Canadians a very unique opportunity to explore the world through work and travel. You get to learn a new culture from the inside and see more than a tourist. SWAP has helped many young workers to plan their working holidays.

To apply visit www.swap.ca

 Volunteer Abroad

This program offers an international volunteer program for groups and independent travelers looking to volunteer in Asia, Africa, or Latin America. The program matches volunteers with non-governmental organizations, government agencies and communities in need of assistance around the world.

For more information call 800-263-0050 or visit www.volunteerabroad.ca  

Global Stewardship   Capilano U

The Global Stewardship Program was created for students wishing to explore a career working for international NGOs like Amnesty International, or domestic voluntary sector organizations like the United Way, while completing their first two years of university.  Through a unique curriculum combining classroom study and volunteer work either overseas or in Canada, students gain the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to make the organizations they volunteer for more effective.

Your World To Discover

High school student (16+) and graduates looking for a gap year before university, college, or a career or anyone who wants to make the world a better place this is the program for you, Some of the places you could work in would be China, Taiwan, Ghana, South Africa, Guatemala, Peru and many more.

For more information call 905-883-0047 ext 355 or call toll free 1-866-306-9752 ext.355

Or visit www.yourworldtodiscover.ca

Volunteer Abroad

A two week summer program for people ages 16-19 who would like to get a blend of western and local insight that will give you a safe and structured 24 hour program.

For more information visit www.yourworldtodiscover.ca or email volunteer@yrlc.on.ca

Gap Year Abroad

Go for a gap year for a month year or longer then immerse yourself in another culture you will be amazed at the fresh point of view a Gap Year Abroad can provide, the possibilities are limited only by your ideas. Take some ti0me and expand your world and connect with others so you can understand yourself.

For more information visit www.gapyearabroad.ca

Cross Cultural Solutions

Cross-Cultural Solutions was founded in 1995 and is a recognized leader in the field of international volunteering. Each year, over 4,000 people volunteer abroad with CCS in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. As a CCS volunteer, you're making a meaningful contribution, working side-by-side with local people and sharing in the goals of a community that warmly welcomes you. Join to help and get experiences abroad.

For more information visit www.crossculturalsolutions.org

  

Projects Abroad

Projects Abroad sends volunteers age 16+ to 24 countries to participate in over 150 different unpaid internships and service projects for 2 weeks to one year. Gain valuable international experience, practical life skills, and foster a sense of global awareness while working with children, learning a new language, observing medical practices, or contributing to a community development project. Perfect for first time travelers.

For more information visit   www.projects-abroad.ca

Lattitude

Lattitude is a non profit organization that sends young people on unique, structured and rewarding international volunteer experiences around the world. Offering a wide variety of opportunities you will have the chance to be more that just a tourist and learn about a culture from within. Volunteer in outdoor rec, community service, education or the environment. Leave your mark on a community abroad.  www.lattitudecanada.org

                                                       

Encounters with Canada

Canada’s largest youth forum presents a unique opportunity for high school students from across Canada to spend a week in Ottawa, expanding their knowledge of Canada’s culture and heritage, exploring potential career options and developing new skills.