Has your group ever thought about exploring other regions of Canada, initiating community service projects, living in another community, meeting new people, learning Canada's other official language, or exploring Canada's cultural diversity? If so, the YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada Program may be for you!

This group reciprocal exchange program is designed for groups of 10 to 30 participants between the ages of 12 and 17. Participants are twinned with same-age groups from another province or territory, and they take turns staying in each other's communities for at least five days. The YMCA strives to include participation of all youth. There are support systems in place to help ensure inclusion of communities facing access barriers. If you're interested in exploring the options, here's what you need to know:

• Learn about the objectives of the YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada Program
• Look over program eligibility criteria
• Discover eight keys to creating a great exchange
• Review program costs and information about financial assistance
• Understand roles and responsibilities of both organizers and participants
• Review program deadlines
• Find out how to submit an application
• Download our application form (PDF 1MB)
• Apply online today!