Description

There are many different volunteer options for you to choose including wildlife rehabilitation, community work, helping in arts and culture or working with children. You'll have a detailed orientation which will cover general information about life in Canada, as well as the specifics of your placement such as your role and responsibilities. Depending on your placement you will either be based in Victoria or Vancouver, BC.

Choose from a number of projects including:

Option 1: Nature Sanctuaries and Wildlife Rehabilitation
Perfect for outdoor and nature lovers, get your hands dirty working on a nature conservation site or wildlife sanctuary. Nature volunteers will help with trail maintenance, work with native plants, gardening, contribute to public education initiatives, fundraising and much more. Wildlife volunteers will work with native species to Canada, helping feed animals and prepare food, cleaning cages, showing visitors around, taking care of injured animals, grounds maintenance and administrative duties

Option 2: Community
A great choice for those possessing excellent social and people skills. Get involved at a grass-root level or be part of a government-sponsored program assisting those in need. Take part in social assistance programs, shelters and housing projects, health and therapy programs and recreational options.

Option 3: Arts and Culture
A fantastic opportunity for those interested in the Arts! Working within a gallery you’ll be involved in greeting visitors, answering questions, helping with coat check, working in gift shops and possibly helping with tours for children. You may have the opportunity to direct classes for people with physical and developmental disabilities or senior citizens. Placements are also available in other arts and culture centers and heritage sites.

Option 4: Children and Youth
If you've bundles of enthusiasm and energy and experience working with young people then this option is excellent for you! Volunteers can share their skills, patience, and presence with children in a variety of settings.

Please note: You can choose from four different project areas. Whichever option you choose, you can put your current skills to use and at the same time develop a set of new ones!

Highlights

* Take horseback riding lessons for people with disabilities.
* Assist in the rehabilitation of youth at risk or people with disabilities through the sport and recreation of sailing.
* Become a volunteer in a classroom at a preschool or elementary school.
* Volunteer at a summer camp (only available through the summer months).

Qualifications

Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants' health.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 2,039.00

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Food
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support

Program Fees Include:

- Orientation on arrival
- Volunteer Project
- All Accommodation
- All Meals (if choosing home-stay option)
- Airport Transfer (if choosing home-stay option)
- Full support and assistance from your coordinator throughout your time in Victoria and Vancouver
- Buddy list of other volunteers before you go
- 24 hour support number and contact for emergencies

*For information on what is not included in the programme please visit our website.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Community Centers
• Community Development
• Community Health
• Volunteering
• Wildlife Surveying

Age Range

Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants' health.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005