LEVEL: Intermediate or Higher
A Pre-Test may be administered on-line
AGES: 16-18 Years
CATEGORY: Individuals or Groups
DURATION: 3 or 4 Weeks
START DATES: Monday July 2 to Sunday July 29 or
Monday July 9 to Sunday July 29
Arrive either Monday. Leave Sunday July 29
LOCATION: Greater Toronto area (Guelph or Cambridge)
about 100 km west of Toronto
ACCOMODATION: Homestay
DESCRIPTION AND PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This program combines ESL instruction with volunteer experiences in some of the following activities:
• Community reforestation and site restoration
• Invasive species removal
• Tree and wildflower planting
• Preparing excess produce (fruits and vegetables) for distribution to relief organizations
(Activities depend on needs and weather)
For future leaders, ecologists, biology majors and nature lovers in general, this program offers the opportunity to put
English skills into practice while volunteering in the community. A combination of English vocabulary related to the
environment and philanthropy plus hands-on volunteering enables students to progress in English and add a valuable
experience to their resumes. This is a real “English in action” program for older teens and an awesome cultural and
learning experience.
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate for this program is in good physical condition, is curious and passionate about nature, enjoys being outdoors and is willing to participate outside in variable weather conditions. He/she must have a flexible and enthusiastic attitude and bring good, sturdy shoes and outdoor wear (rain jacket, long sleeve shirts,jeans/workpants).
A criminal record check is required as volunteers could be supervising children in a day camp in one or more locations.
Program Includes
• Homestay with 3 meals per day
• Airport transfers
• 4 Weeks – 40 hours of English classes related to environment and volunteering (10 classes of 4 hours)
and 36 hours of volunteering
• 3 Weeks – 28 hours of English classes and 30 hours of volunteering
• Materials, final report and certificate
• Three full-day excursions
• All activity, excursion and transportation costs
