Programs in Canada
Camp Canada Work Program
The Camp Canada Work Program, also known as "CCWP", is a program that meets the demands of Canadian summer camps for summer staff, while enabling international young people to earn some income to support their holiday in Canada. GO International provides valuable assistance to participants in settling in, finding a summer camp job and getting to know Canada.
Young people can spend an absolutely amazing summer working in Canada and truly "experience" the people, the unique beauty and the adrenaline rush that you can only get from this country. Participants in this program meet locals, gain international work experience, earn money to travel and make the most of their Working holiday in Canada with us.
Spend your summer working as a camp counsellor in a Canadian Summer Camp. This is a dream job for young people. Live at a summer camp, enjoy Canada’s warm summer weather, play with kids and meet people from around the world. What could be more fun that that!
Jobs
Camp Counsellor, Camp Instructor, Camp Office Staff
Average Salary
It will depend on each camp, and most of camps pay a wage plus provide room and board. The minimum hourly wage is CAD$ 8 to CAD$ 12 per hour.
Camp Locations
British Columbia and Ontario. GI will attempt to place applicants according to their preference, but assignments will also be determined according to applicants’ experience, language skills, education, maturity, enthusiasm, date of application and program duration as well as the availability of positions at that time.
Types of Camps
Adventure, environmental, leadership and sports.
Minimum Age: 19+
Duration: 4-10 weeks
Location: Vancouver for orientation, BC or Ontario for work
Visa required: Work Permit obtained under the Working Holiday Category of the International Experience Canada Initiative
To be eligible for the program:
- Be 19-35 years of age
- Good command of the English language (equivalent to Cambridge FCE level)
- Have a strong sense of commitment
- Good health
- Previous experience working with children and/or camp experience
- Basic First Aid (this can be taken after the job offer)
- Certificates in canoeing, kayaking, rock-climbing, archery, swimming or boating and drivers license are considered assets
- Working Holiday Visa
* For volunteer work at a non-profit camp, participants can also request a Work Permit under exemption C-50 of the Canadian Immigration Regulations
The Camp Canada Work Program is a Full Service Program.
Full Service
Participants are offered a job before leaving their home country. They will know before arriving in Canada where they will work, when they will work, how much they will earn, and what they will do. We bring the employers to you!
Program Includes
- One night dorm style accommodation at a Downtown youth hostel
- Orientation session at GO International offices in Vancouver, covering resources available at GO International and everything you need to know about working and living in Canada
- Walking Tour of Downtown Vancouver/Montreal
- Processing of your personal Social Insurance Number
- Advice and assistance from GO International’s Program Coordinator
- One Job Offer, which consists in an offer of employment from 7 days to 2 months of duration. Participants will know their Job Placement and all about it concerns before arriving in Canada
- Exclusive access to GO International’s job and accommodation listings for the full year of the visa
- Internet (one hour per day free access), print and fax access (at special rates) at GO International’s office in Vancouver
- Mail holding service, so you have a contact address as soon as you arrive
- Free call number for general questions or emergencies during office hours
- One year’s membership in the GO International Club, which gives members access to discounts on services, tours and attractions and provides access to assistance from the Program Coordinator any time in the year, during normal business hours
- Social activities ranging from pub nights to ski trips in Vancouver
- Brochures and maps to familiarize participants with Canada and the local scene
- The GO International handbook called The Essential Guide to Working and Living in Canada
Optional Services:
- Homestay accommodation
- Upgrade to private room at the hostel (subject to availability)
- English lessons at Tamwood International College in Vancouver or Whistler
- Medical Insurance
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Orientation Date for CCWP in Vancouver
June 24, 2011
Length of program
Between 1 – 10 weeks in the summer months (July and August).
Most camps require staff to report 3-7 days before the camp officially starts to attend training sessions and assist camp set up.
You can apply any time of the year to start the job at the beginning of the summer season.
Price
For further information about prices and program details, please fill out an Info Request Form.