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Exchanges

4-H Canada offers a variety of youth exchange opportunities to allow youth to experience 4-H across Canada and the Word! Apply today!

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Through our partnership with 4-H Canada 4-H youth in Ontario have access to several opportunities for travel in Canada and around the world.

To apply, go to: https://apply.4-h-canada.ca/

Read more below:

https://4-h-canada.ca/growingcareers

With Careers on the Grow, 4-H’ers can have the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning, develop skills, network with business and community leaders and discover career options.

https://exchange.4-h-canada.ca/

Update from 4-H Canada: Oct. 2021

The 4-H Canada Club to Club Exchange program is on an indefinite hiatus until further notice. This decision was not one that we have made lightly and is done so with both the safety and health of 4-H youth members as our top priority.

We appreciate the interest in this program, and know there are many parents and members interested in participating. We hope to be able to resume programs and opportunities in-person in the foreseeable future but as of right now cannot say when that may be.

For further information or any questions you may have please reach out to 4-H Canada by visiting: https://4-h-canada.ca/clubtoclub

 

4-H clubs are brought together from across the country. Youth make connections with their peers and learn more about their communities, provinces, country and the 4-H movement.

  • 7-10 day trips
  • Open to groups of 8-10 participants
  • Ages 12-17 as of the travel date

https://exchange.4-h-canada.ca/

https://4-h-canada.ca/goingglobal

This is a reciprocal exchange, travelling participants will also host delegates. Past partners have included the United Kingdom, Finland, Jamaica, Taiwan, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Japan.

  • Experience a new country
  • Learn about sustainable agriculture practices
  • Expand your global perspective
  • Explore issues related to food security

https://exchange.4-h-canada.ca/

We’re going to Ireland!

This 4-H International Exchange is a fantastic opportunity for 4-H’ers to learn about agriculture in a new country while creating lifelong friendships and incredible memories. Visit Irish farms, travel around Dublin, participate in fun activities, learn about Irish history and immerse yourself in Irish agriculture!

Dates: May 17-23, 2024 (flights begin on the 16th and 23rd)

Application Deadline: October 1, 2023

Costs: The registration fee is $1750 CA (plus the cost of flights and any additional spending money for souvenirs, etc.). All flights are into Dublin airport (your provincial office will assist you with booking your flights and you will be invoiced for the flight costs).

The registration fee covers the following costs:

  • Ground transportation for the week once delegates arrive at the Dublin airport
  • Three meals a day
  • Shared hotel accommodations
  • All scheduled activities

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be currently enrolled in 4-H during the past 4-H year (2022-23) and are also registering as a 4-H member for the 2023-24 year
  • Members must be in good standing for the 2023-24 4-H year
  • Must be 16 to 21 years of age (as of July 1, 2023)
  • NOTE: Members who have previously travelled on 4-H awarded trips ARE still eligible for this travel and eligibility for future national and international 4-H travel will NOT be affected.

Spots Available:

There are 20 spots total for this exciting exchange! One delegate from each province will be selected to attend. After the provincial delegates are selected, there will be 10 additional spots. All other applications will be entered into a pool to be selected by a selection committee. All successful candidates will be notified after October 1, 2023.

Chaperones:

Two chaperones are needed for this exchange (one from Eastern Canada and one from Western Canada). If you are interested in attending as a chaperone, please contact programming@4-hontario.ca

Application Details:

To apply, complete the form below. You must also obtain two references (one reference must be a 4-H leader, and the other reference can be a person of your choice). References must be entered into this reference form and sent to programming@4-hontario.ca

Apply today, and we hope to see you there!