List of the Top 10 Canadian Voluntourism Organizations 2011
In Canada, “Voluntourism,” or Volunteer Tourism, has become a popular way to travel abroad and help others in need. More people are taking their vacation time to give back whether they are professionals, students, or even retirees. It is a chance for people not only to travel, but to learn from others while making a wonderful humanitarian contribution.
If you are a Canadian looking to travel and make a difference, below is a list of the top 10 Voluntourism Organizations for 2011:
Canadian Voluntourism
1. The Land Conservancy of British Columbia: This organisation offers Conservation Holidays for volunteers ages 19 and older. Volunteer opportunities include caring for TLC properties. You will learn about conversation projects such as salmon habitat and agriculture.
2. Volunteer Canada: The organisation, Volunteer Canada, is focused on advancing volunteerism with the goal of boosting Canadians quality of life.
3. WWOOF Canada (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms): Open to all ages, the group, WWOOF, organises volunteer vacations on organic Canadian farms.
International Voluntourism Organizations for Canadians
4. Canadian Alliance for Development Initiatives and Projects (CADIP): The CADIP is involved with international and national volunteer projects, both short and long term that includes restoration, conservation work, and international youth exchange.
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