Canada World Youth is creating a global movement of youth leadership through community-driven development projects!
Canada World Youth is an international non-profit organization dedicated to providing dynamic youth, ages 15–35, with an opportunity to learn about other communities, cultures and people while developing leadership and communications skills.
Founded in 1971 by the late Honourable Jacques Hébert (Canadian politician) (1923–2007) a former Canadian senator and lifelong supporter of promoting youth and international development programs; Canada World Youth has sent over 35,000 youth volunteers in 68 countries worldwide to participate in its programs over the last 40 years.
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