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Chantiers jeunesse offers you the chance to get involved with a host community for a period of 3 to 6 months. Volunteers will be matched with an organization based on their interests and experience, in addition to considering the partener needs.
An Individual Volunteer Project is above all an exchange relationship between a volunteer and a host organization, for which he dedicates his time, work and energy for the benefit of a community. The organization will act as a mentor for the volunteer, offering them support throughout their project, opportunities allowing them to develop their professional skills and the possibility of being creative and innovative.
Our volunteer projects are available for youth between the ages of young adults from 18 to 30 years old or 19-30 years old, depending on the age of majority in the host province.
You must be a citizen, permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee or protected person status in Canada.
*Due to the public health situation, you must come from British Columbia to participate in projects in this region.
It’s free! All projects in Canada are carried out under the Canada Service Corps initiative, so all expenses related to transportation, accommodation, food, insurance CNESST and assistance are covered.
The type of accommodation varies depending on the project. Personal expenses are not included.
Chantiers jeunesse supports volunteers at every stage of the process, from the selection to the training of volunteers, the organization of transport and accommodation in the host community, and by closely monitoring the social and professional development of the volunteer throughout its volunteer project.
Time: 6 months
Location: Gatineau, Quebec
Two places available
/!\ Required language: French
The L’Arche Outaouais community needs your help to organize and lead activities for its day centre, prepare excursions and develop innovative programming for people living with an intellectual disability.
Time: 3 months | Location: Calgary | Language: French required
For 3 months you will support the Portail de l’Immigrant Association in Calgary (Alberta) for developing their youth center. Tasks include building the program, identifying partners for the project and preparing the design and content of the website.
Time: 2 months | Location: Roberts Creek | Language: English required
For 2 months you will help The Roberts Creek community association, in British Columbia with the planning and development of the Hall’s future xerophilic garden. The aim of the project is to provide a solution for residents who face water restrictions every summer. It will allow members of the community to see how xeriscape works and inspire them to practice it.
What is xeriscape? A type of development that aims to use water in an extremely efficient way by arranging a garden in such a way as to favor local species or those that consume little water.
Time: 2 months | Location: Montreal | Language: French and/or English
For 2 months you will help the team of the Saint-Léonard Youth Center, in Montreal, in the planning and facilitation of the proposed activities. You will also perform certain administrative and logistical tasks. The goal of the project is to offer young people activities, listening and support while ensuring the smooth running of the programming.
The activities offered by the MDJ are very varied and can include treks, DIY workshops, theme nights, homework support and much more!