the international programs guide

A DIRECTORY OF OPPORTUNITIES AND RESSOURCES FOR TRAVELLERS table of contents

ALL CATEGORIES A list of financial resources and ethical travel experience providers arranged in alphabetical order. Click on a title to be redirected to the website in question.

PROVINCIAL AND TERRITORIAL A list of options specific to each and territory. Click on a name below to be taken to this section of the guide:

Alberta Newfoundland & Labrador ACCESS TO TRAVEL ATT is a governmental source of information to make travel easier and more enjoyable for Canadians with disabilities and seniors, as well as for their families and caregivers.

ADVENTURE LIFE Adventure Life is an American travel agency offering over 80 ethical destinations and all kinds of experiences, from foodies trips to trekking to honeymoons.

AEISEC AIESEC is an international non-governmental non-profit organization in consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council fully ran by students offering volunteering and internship opportunities worldwide.

AFS INTERCULTURE AFS is an international non-profit organization providing student exchange programs, hosting opportunities and volunteering programs for adults.

ANIMAL EXPERIENCE INTERNATIONAL AEI is a Canadian non-profit empowering animal lovers, students, professionals and adventure seekers to travel and make a difference by volunteering with animals. ARTS ABROAD The Canadian Council for the arts supports the international outreach of Canadian artists by reimbursing travel expenses for exhibitions, training and touring.

AUPAIRWORLD Au pair placement service to connect travellers aged between 18 and 30 to host families where they will live free of charge in exchange for a helping hand with childcare and housework.

CANADA HOMESTAY NETWORK Since 1995, CHN, a family-run non-profit society, has helped tens of thousands of students find a home away from home in Canada. You can register to host an international student.

CANADA KEEP EXPLORING Official website of Destination Canada, the Canadian tourism office.

CANADA WORLD YOUTH CWY offers international volunteer programs to youth from Canada and abroad who, through their participation in community-driven development projects, acquire the leadership skills that allow them to become agents of change. CANADIAN EDUCATION EXCHANGE FOUNDATION CEEF organizes reciprocal educational exchange programs for elementary and secondary students, as well as educators bilateral exchanges and school group trips.

CANADIAN GOVERNMENT - CANADA AND THE WORLD Governmental website with information for travellers, internship programs, volunteer programs, scholarships, work-holiday visas and more.

CANADIAN GOVERNMENT - CANADIAN TRADE COMMISSIONER The Trade Commissioner of Canada provides funding for associations and small-medium businesses to expand their market abroad or attend conferences that will help their business flourish.

CANADIAN GOVERNMENT - EXPLORE Explore is a five-week intensive French language immersion program in a Canadian province, most expenses covered. The program is available in spring and summer and allows participants to discover another region of Canada while learning French as a second language. CANADIAN GOVERNMENT - ODYSSEY Odyssey language assistant program is a paid professional work experience. Travel to Quebec or New Brunswick to work with students for nine months, under the supervision of a teacher, to help them to improve their English skills.

CECI CECI is an international cooperation organization that combats poverty and exclusion through sustainable development projects in Africa, Asia and the Americas.

CHANTIERS JEUNESSE Chantiers jeunesse offers a variety of volunteering group programs for youth, in Canada and abroad.

COUNCIL ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL EXCHANGE CIEE is a non-governmental, non-profit organization with programs to work, study, intern or partake in graduate researches in the USA.

COURSEFINDERS CourseFinders is a platform allowing you to find a language school abroad, request information and apply for a program through their website. CUSO CUSO matches highly skilled volunteers with international partners who, together, work on specific projects that are designed to help communities thrive and grow.

DEVELOPING WORLD CONNECTIONS Developing World Connections is a Canadian non-profit offering individuals and groups a chance to help developing countries through volunteer experiences.

EARTHTREKS EarthTreks is a Canadian company organizing magical small group adventures and retreats in Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands and Peru.

EF EF is an international organization specialized in language schools, as well as study abroad programs for all levels, educational tours, travel programs and au pair placement.

ENCOUNTERS WITH CANADA EWC gathers teens from across the country for an adventure-filled week in the nation’s capital during which they get to explore future career options and make friends. EVOLVE TOURS Evolve Tours designs cultural or community service programs to inspire students to become global citizens and bring education out of the classroom and into the world.

EXODUS TRAVELS Exodus Travels is an international agency with an office in Toronto. They offer high quality, responsible, small groups adventure holidays in more than 90 countries.

EXPERIENCES CANADA Experiences Canada is charity helping young Canadians to explore their country through reciprocal exchanges, forums, conferences and more.

FACTOR FACTOR is a private non-profit organization supporting the growth of the Canadian music industry by providing funding to artists for national and international projects.

FAIRTRIP FairTrip is a collaborative free mobile app allowing travellers to share authentic places and businesses that will have a positive impact on the local economy of the visited country. FORUM FOR YOUNG CANADIANS Experience the decision-making process in Canada by having an incredible week behind the scenes of federal politics on Parliament Hill with like-minded peers.

FRIENDSHIP FORCE INTERNATIONAL FFI is a non-profit organization with clubs in over 60 countries promoting global friendship through travel programs. Browse the trips or find your local club on this site.

FUNDMYTRAVEL fundmytravel is a crowdfunding platform allowing travellers to create a page and fund their trip in exchange of a 5% commission of the total amount funded.

G ADVENTURES Real pioneers of sustainable travels, G Adventures is a Canadian company offering all kinds of tours worldwide that provide small groups and independent travellers with the rare opportunity to connect with nature and local cultures.

GLOBAL VISION INTERNATIONAL GVI is an international organization with an office in Ontario providing volunteer, internship, group and youth programs on all continents. GO OVERSEAS Go Overseas includes every teach, study, intern, gap year and volunteer programs in the world along with reviews, a great community and scholarship opportunities.

GOABROAD GoAbroad is a platform to browse through more than 17,000 verified teach, intern, gap year and volunteer programs worldwide.

GO INTERNATIONAL GO International works with partner organizations around the world to deliver highly recognized work holidays, teach and volunteer abroad programs.

GREAT CANADIAN TRAILS GCT specializes in active holidays in Canada and offers a range of supported self-guided and small groups guided adventures from coast to coast.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CANADA No special construction skills are required to take a trip with Habitat for Humanity; just a positive attitude, a desire to help and enthusiasm for meeting new people and experiencing new cultures. HOLIDAYS FOR HUMANITY Holidays for Humanity is a platform connecting travellers to a network of purposeful travel providers .

INTERNATIONAL BUREAU FOR CHILDREN'S RIGHTS IBCR consists of professionals, interns and volunteers promoting children’s rights across the Americas, the Middle East and Asia by working in the field with local partners.

INTEREXCHANGE InterExchange is a non-profit organization that promotes cultural understanding through a diverse suite of work, travel and volunteer exchange programs in the USA.

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EXCHANGE OF STUDENTS FOR TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE IAESTE has national committees in more than 80 countries, offering career-focused internships, intercultural programs and international networking activities .

INTERNATIONAL COUNCILS NETWORK ICN is a coalition of the eight Provincial and Regional Councils committed to global social justice and social change. INTERNATIONAL RURAL EXCHANGES IRE Canada helps young adults to experience safe, well- supported and enriching work placements in agriculture and horticulture sectors both in Canada and abroad.

INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER HQ IVHQ is a world leader in affordable volunteer travel working directly with local organizations to ensure the program fees go towards meaningful projects and local employment.

INTERNATIONAL YOUTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS IYIP is designed to offer Canadians aged 19 to 30 an opportunity to gain a professional work experience in international development by spending 6 months or more abroad working on environmental and social issues.

INTERNEX INTERNeX organizes educational trips, internships, work placements, ranch stays, homestays and volunteer activities.

INTREPID TRAVEL Intrepid Travel is an international travel agency offering adventures around the world that build human connections, support local communities and respect the environment. KATIMAVIK Katimavik offers young Canadians a chance to gain life skills and work experience through volunteerism in groups of 11 living together for 6 months; 3 months in a French-speaking community and 3 months in an English-speaking community.

LIVEDIFFERENT LiveDifferent is a Toronto-based charity promoting compassion through motivational conferences in schools nationwide and volunteer trips abroad.

LONELY PLANET Lonely Planet provides in-depth information on destinations, inspiring ideas and an active discussion forum.

ME TO WE Me to We empowers youth to take concrete actions to build a better world and organizes meaningful volunteer trips for all ages and all kinds of groups.

MOOSE NETWORK Moose Network is Canada’s leading adventure bus company for backpackers, students and “young at heart” travellers, offering small-group tours of Western and Eastern Canada. NACEL EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL Nacel provides opportunities for students to extend language learning and knowledge of another culture through well-organized and affordable summer programs.

NUMUNDO NuMundo is a platform connecting travellers to meaningful projects (yoga, permaculture, green buildings, etc.) where they can volunteer, teach or stay.

OMPRAKASH Omprakash is a charity based in the US actively crowdfunding for causes and connecting travellers to volunteer opportunities worldwide.

OPERATION GROUNDSWELL OG is a non-profit organization offering ethical trips that can include volunteering, family homestays, trekking adventures and more. Grants are available to support participants presenting a financial need.

ORGANISME DE SÉJOURS ÉDUCATIFS FRANCOPHONES OSEF organizes linguistic and cultural student exchanges between Belgium, Canada, France and Spain.

OUT HERE TRAVEL Wild and authentic Canadian adventure tours and road trips in small groups with expert local guides.

PACK FOR A PURPOSE This charity organization offers travellers the opportunity to contribute to local initiatives by offering needed supplies to specific designated sites and projects worldwide.

RAINFOREST ALLIANCE GREEN VACATIONS Rainforest Alliance offers a platform to browse through certified eco-friendly hotels in South and Central Americas.

RESPONSIBLE VACATION Responsible Vacation is an international agency connecting travellers to one of its 400 ethical partners across the world. The website also contains an impressive selection of travel guides.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million problem solvers taking action to create lasting change and offering local and international opportunities to get involved.

ROUGH GUIDES Rough Guides is a leading travel publisher known for its “tell it like it is” attitude, accurate, up-to-date content and contemporary writing.

STEPABROAD Stepabroad is a placement agency passionate about helping young Canadians go on working holidays and internships in Australia, Chile, Japan and New Zealand.

STUDENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SID works to reduce global poverty by engaging university students and young professionals in hands-on internships in extremely poor communities around the world.

SUCO SUCO is an international cooperation agency carring out sustainable development projects to strengthen personal, organizational and community autonomy in seven countries. SWAP WORKING HOLIDAYS SWAP is a non-profit organization that provides a wide range of programs for young Canadians like working holidays, teaching jobs and volunteering opportunities.

TRAVEL CUTS Travel Cuts is a Canadian travel agency offering international tailor-made travel experiences to students across Canada and travel insurance options.

TRAVEL ROOTS Travel Roots is a Canadian company designing a variety of alternative authentic travel experiences allowing individuals and groups to support and connect with the locals.

TUCAN TRAVEL Tucan Travel is an international travel agency with an office in Toronto offering small groups or tailor-made trips in over 70 destinations, following a strict responsible travel policy.

URBAN ADVENTURES Urban Adventures are for those who want to get away from the tourist crowds and really connect with a city, a local guide by their side, for a couple hours or a whole day. Offered in 161 cities around the world. VAOLO Vaolo is a platform promoting the growth of rural tourism by proposing ethical accommodations in remote villages. It allows travellers to fully immerse themselves in a new culture while directly supporting the local economy.

VERGE MAGAZINE Verge magazine offers a platform to browse through thousands of funding, working, teaching and volunteering opportunities for travellers.

VISIT.ORG visit.org is one of the world’s leading platform for travel activities with a cause: immersive day experiences hosted by local ethical organizations giving back to their communities.

VOLUNTEERFOREVER volunteerforever allows travellers to browse and select a volunteer, teach or intern abroad program and fundraise it through their website for a 5% commission fee.

VOLUNTEERING SOLUTIONS VolSol offers affordable and safe volunteering and internship opportunities in 23 countries. The duration of the placements vary between 2 weeks and 2 years. WORLD EXPEDITIONS World Expeditions are leaders in designing groundbreaking itineraries and responsible travel. They offer big adventures with a small social and environmental footprint.

WORLD TRAVEL GUIDES WTG provides detailed and accurate travel content designed to inspire global travellers. It covers all aspects of a destination and also includes offbeat travel news, stories, quizzes and guides for adventurous travellers.

WORLD YOUTH ADVENTURES WYA is an international travel agency with an office in Ottawa specialized in school groups and family trips.

WORLD WIDE OPPORTUNITIES ON ORGANIC FARMS WWOOF is a worldwide movement linking volunteers with organic farmers to promote cultural and educational experiences based on trust and non-monetary exchanges.

WORLD UNIVERSITY SERVICE OF CANADA WUSC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing education, employment and empowerment opportunities for youth around the world. YES CANADA YES Canada offers high school student exchanges with host families or dorm stays, summer and group programs and post-secondary opportunities between a week and a year.

YMCA CANADA INTERNATIONAL INITIATIVES YMCA Canada provides technical and financial support to community-based projects designed and delivered by YMCA leaders in Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean.

YMCA SUMMER WORK STUDENT EXCHANGE A unique national exchange program that brings together youth aged 16 and 17 from various communities across the country to improve their second official language skills and gain an important work experience.

YOUTH CHALLENGE INTERNATIONAL YCI is a leading global youth development organization that promotes youth innovation to drive positive change through a variety of international programs.

(ANYTHING) WITHOUT BORDERS Teachers, doctors, engineers, etc. There are countless ''without borders'' associations allowing professionals to put their skills to the benefit of a community in need. -specific options

ALBERTA COUNCIL FOR GLOBAL COOPERATION ACGC is a coalition of voluntary sector organizations located in Alberta, working locally and globally to achieve sustainable human development.

ALBERTA SPORT CONNECTION The Alberta Sport Connection is pleased to offer several grant opportunities to support athletes and coaches.

GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA - GRANTS Governmental website listing a variety of funding opportunities for Alberta residents.

GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA - INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION International education includes all programs and activities that help prepare students and teachers to communicate better with other cultures and become global citizens.

TRAVEL ALBERTA The official Alberta tourism website with a lot of resources for visitors, inspiring content and special travel offers. British Columbia-specific options

BC ALLIANCE FOR ARTS + CULTURE There are different levels of public funding available to artists and cultural organizations, as well as a wide range of private funding avenues listed on the BC Alliance for Arts + Culture website.

BC COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION BCCIC aims to provide its members and BC residents with networking and learning opportunities that facilitate cooperation between countries and increase public awareness of global development.

BRISTISH COLUMBIA COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION BCCIE supports the internationalization efforts of BC's public and independent K-12 schools, colleges, universities and language schools. It promotes BC’s international reputation for quality education and supports the international education activities of the provincial government. BRITISH COLUMBIA GOVERNMENT - INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION The government of British Columbia has many resources for students to study abroad, intern, field trip and partake in international cooperation programs.

BRITISH COLUMBIA STUDY ABROAD CONSORTIUM BCSA Consortium helps make short-term study abroad more accessible, affordable and enjoyable for both students and BC institutions.

HELLO BC Hello BC is the official tourism website with all the necessary information to plan a trip to BC (tour operators, accommodation, weather, etc.) and itinerary ideas.

INDIGENOUS TOURISM ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA The Indigenous Tourism Association of British Columbia is a non-profit, membership-based organization that is committed to growing and promoting a sustainable and culturally rich indigenous tourism industry. MUSIC BC TRAVEL GRANTS Music BC Travel Grants provide assistance to BC-based artists to support their participation in touring and showcasing initiatives domestically and internationally, and- BC based companies and individuals undertaking business travel activities in support of the BC music community.

VIASPORT viaSport administers close to $2 million dollars each year in over 10 different sport-related grant programs. They have also completed an environmental scan of funding sources offered to sport in British Columbia. Manitoba-specific options

MANITOBA COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION The MCIC is a coalition of local and international organizations involved in global development and social justice. They work with Manitobans who are concerned about building a better world.

MANITOBA GOVERNMENT - INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIPS The government of Manitoba has many agreements with other governments to provide K-12 students with the possibility of studying abroad (Germany, Quebec and the USA) and teachers with a minimum of 5 years of experience the opportunity to partake in a bilateral exchange (Australia, Canada, Germany, the USA and the UK).

MANITOBA ARTS COUNCIL MAC is an arm’s-length agency of the Department of Sport, Culture and Heritage. It offers a broad range of grants and services to professional artists and arts organizations in all art forms. MANITOBA MUSIC - EXPORT SHOWCASE PROGRAM The Export Showcase Program supports Manitoba artists and music industry professionals in growing their business activities in export markets through showcases at music industry conferences and showcase events.

ON SCREEN MANITOBA On Screen Manitoba members can access funds that offset travel and registration costs to participate in festivals, meet market industry members and develop their career.

SPORT MANITOBA Sport Manitoba offers a wide range of developmental grants that facilitate the growth of athletes, coaches and officials at the community level.

TRAVEL MANITOBA Travel Manitoba is the official tourism website with information for visitors (places to go, things to do, where to stay, etc.) and vacation packages. New Brunswick-specific options

NEW BRUNSWICK ARTS BOARD The New Brunswick Arts Board promotes the creation of art and administers funding programs for professional artists in New Brunswick.

NEW BRUNSWICK GOVERNMENT - POST- SECONDARY, TRAINING AND LABOUR Governmental website about student exchanges, international internship opportunities and language immersion programs.

NEW BRUNSWICK GOVERNMENT -TOURISM, HERITAGE AND CULTURE The department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture may provide financial assistance to New Brunswick artists travelling to significant festivals or events to which they have been officially invited, as well as local artists touring inside and outside the province.

NEW BRUNSWICK TOURISM Official New Brunswick tourism website with all the important information to visitors, travel guides and a trip- planning tool. Newfoundland & Labrador-specific options

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR GOVERNMENT - DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN, SENIORS AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT Funding opportunities to support the development and well-being of the redisents, including travel grants for athletes and sport teams.

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR TOURISM Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism is the official website with information about transportation, accommodation and activities, as well as travel guides and holiday packages.

NEWFOUNDLAND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES NIS facilitates the placement of international students in Newfoundland and offers residents of St. Johns and Corner Brook the possibility to become a host family.

PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS’ TRAVEL FUND PATF supports professional artists and groups invited to take part in out-of-province activities that will enhance their careers. Northwest Territories-specific options

CHRIS ARGUE MEMORIAL FUND The Chris Argue Memorial Fund was established to assist individuals or organizations involved in the development of leadership skills and self-confidence through self-propelled wilderness travel in the Northwest Territories.

NORTHWEST TERRITORIES ARTS COUNCIL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The Northwest Territories Arts Council provides funding to assist NWT new and established artists in creating, producing and presenting their work, at home or abroad, as well as support their personal growth and professional development.

NORTHWEST TERRITORIES GOVERNMENT - SERVICES TO VISITORS Planning a trip to the Northwest Territories? Find services and information on territorial campgrounds, highways, fishing and more. SPECTACULAR NWT The official Northwest Territories tourism office website contains all the information needed to plan a fun, safe and spectacular trip to the NTW.

SUPPORT FOR ENTREPRENEURS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Through the SEED program, the Northwest Territories government (Industry, Tourism & Investment) can provide financial support to qualified applicants to start businesses, improve their capacity or skills and help communities expand their economy.

SUPPORT TO NORTHERN PERFORMERS Financial assistance is provided to individuals and organizations actively involved in the creation, preservation, promotion and enhancement of the arts, cultures, heritage and languages of the NWT.

NORTHERN YOUTH ABROAD NYA is a charity that offers 10-month-long education and volunteer oriented travel programs in Canada and abroad to youth living in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.

Nova Scotia-specific options

ALTERNATIVE ROUTES By offering a flexible and fun approach, AR allows travellers to explore on their own schedule. Its hop-on-hop-off nature gives passengers plenty of opportunities to meet like- minded adventurers and explore unexpected places.

ARTS NOVA SCOTIA Arts Nova Scotia supports the professional arts community at home and abroad by providing funding and assistance to Nova Scotia artists.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITIES, CULTURE AND HERITAGE This department is responsible for contributing to the prosperity of Nova Scotia's diverse and creative communities by funding cultural programs.

NOVA SCOTIA TOURISM The Nova Scotia's official tourism website contains all the information you need to plan a trip in the province, from lodging to activities including travel guides and vacation packages. Nunavut-specific options

DESTINATION NUNAVUT A governmental website with helpful resources for travellers to plan a big adventure in Nunavut.

GOVERNMENT OF NUNAVUT - GRANTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS Funding programs to support the protection and promotion of Nunavut's cultural heritage and official languages.

NORTHERN COUNCIL FOR GLOBAL COOPERATION NCGC is a leader in engaging Northern Canadians on issues of global social justice and sustainability. They offer indigenous youth the possibility to intern in Cambodia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Kenya or Nepal for 4 months.

NUNAVUT TOURISM Nunavut Tourism is a non-profit membership association that encourages tourism development in Nunavut by partnering with local companies to offer the best travel experience in the region. Ontario-specific options

ATTRACTIONS ONTARIO Find facts on the best things to do in Ontario with the most current information available for the many different types of attractions, free coupons, special events and more.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE ISE Ontario is a registered non-profit corporation offering Ontario students reciprocal, school board approved exchange programs with Europe and Quebec.

MINISTRY OF TOURISM, CULTURE AND SPORT The Ministry is responsible for supporting the cultural industry and participation in sport and recreation activities across Ontario. The website contains links to tourism agencies, activities and funding opportunities.

ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL OAC is a publicly funded independent agency of the Government of Ontario that fosters growth in Ontario’s arts communities by funding individual artists and arts organizations in all disciplines and all regions of the province. ONTARIO COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION OCIC is a community of Ontario-based international development and global education organizations and individual associate members working globally for social justice. The website contains a section with internships abroad of various types and lengh.

ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OIDA is a non -governmental organization that provides humanitarian programs to develop skills and alleviate poverty, chronic unemployment and hunger in rural communities in South Asian and West African countries.

ONTARIO TRAVEL Ontario Travel is a one-stop travel source for all things Ontario. The website contains useful information to visitors, travel guides, vacation packages and live chat. Prince Edward Island-specific options

ATLANTIC COUNSIL FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION ACIC is working together with members and allies for global sustainability and offers local and international opportunities to get involved.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND GOVERNMENT - GRANTS, BURSARIES AND AWARDS Governmental website listing all the funding opportunities for PEI residents.

TOURISM PEI The Department of Economic Development and Tourism's official website contains information to visitors about how to get to PEI, what to do, where to stay and also offers multiple vacation packages. Quebec-specific options

ARO ARO is a non-profit dedicated to international cooperation, solidarity, mutual aid, adventure and discovery. Their community trips in Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Morocco and Peru offer a genuine exchange with the locals.

ASSOCIATION QUÉBÉCOISE DES ORGANISMES DE COOPÉRATION INTERNATIONALE AQOCI represents 67 organizations from all-over the province working, locally and internationally, towards a more humane and sustainable world.

EXPLORICA Since its creation 45 years ago, Explorica has been helping teachers to curate student travel itineraries.

HORIZON COSMOPOLITE Horizon Cosmopolite offers internships and solidarity trips and joined forces with grassroots organizations in over thirty countries to welcome participants, provide support and an introduction to the local culture. LES OFFICES JEUNESSE INTERNATIONAUX DU QUÉBEC LOJIQ is a government-funded program that promotes the personal and professional development of young adults by giving them the opportunity to fulfill a project abroad.

MER ET MONDE Mer et Monde organizes solidarity trips for groups and individuals of all ages in Honduras, Nicaragua and Senegal.

QUÉBEC SANS FRONTIÈRES QSF is a government-funded program allowing Québec residents aged between 18 and 35 to partake in an initiation to international cooperation group project abroad.

SOLIDARITÉ NORD-SUD DES BOIS-FRANCS SNSBF encourages citizens to take actions about issues like globalization, human rights and climate change through ethical programs in Burkina Faso, Guatemala and Peru.

STAGE EN ORGANISATIONS INTERNATIONALES GOUVERNEMENTALES SOIG offers graduate students and young professionals who obtained their master or doctorate less than 2 years ago an opportunity to intern in a governmental organization abroad. Saskatchewan-specific options

CREATIVE SASKATCHEWAN Creative Saskatchewan helps local artists thrive by offering funding to support a variety of programs in all artistic disciplines.

GREAT SOUTHWEST A serie of travel guides providing information on the 5 areas forming Saskatchewan's Southwest, including festivals and events, places to go, things to do and where to stay .

HERITAGE SASKATCHEWAN GRANTS DATABASE This database is a listing of organizations providing grants, the purpose of the grants, eligibility requirements and much more.

ORGANIZATION OF SASKATCHEWAN ARTS COUNCILS With its Arts On The Move program, OSAC provides financial assistance to help local artists tour across the province for a period up to 3 years. SASKATCHEWAN ARTS BOARD The Saskatchewan Arts Board recognizes, encourages and supports the arts to enrich community well-being, creativity, diversity and artistic prosperity through a variety of programs and grants opportunities.

SASKATCHEWAN COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION SCIC helps Saskatchewan people make the world a better place by educating citizens about global issues like poverty, health and human rights, and encouraging individuals to take meaningful action.

SASKATCHEWAN LOTTERIES TRUST FUND FOR SPORT, CULTURE AND RECREATION Thanks to their funding opportunities, non-prot cultural organizations, communities and individuals have access to a range of funds to support cultural development in and out of the province.

TOURISM SASKATCHEWAN Tourism Saskatchewan is responsible for developing and promoting tourism in Saskatchewan. Their website includes information for visitors, live chat and more. Yukon-specific options

THE YUKON FOUNDATION The Yukon Foundation has a list of all funding opportunities available for Yukon residents.

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Lotteries Yukon's Travel Assistance program provides funding to non-profit groups and high school groups attending competitions or events within or outside Yukon.

TRAVEL YUKON The official Yukon tourism organization website contains all the important information to plan the trip of a lifetime.

YUKON GOVERNMENT - DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND CULTURE The Department of Tourism and Culture website contains a lot of useful resources, from information to visitors to funding opportunities in the community.

YUKON GOVERNMENT - FUNDING/GRANTS The list of all the funding opportunities provided by the government of Yukon. NOTE The Youth Travel Foundation has put together this list as a courtesy for travellers and is in no way involved or paid by the organizations or companies listed, therefore cannot be held responsible for any issue with their programs or the quality of their services.

If you have questions/comments or would like your organization or company to be added/removed from the list, please contact the Youth Travel Foundation office be email ([email protected]) or phone (1-866-754-1015 ext. 229).

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