Katimavik's National Experience
(Katimavik)
Opportunity Details: Katimavik's National Experience
Contact | Marissa Ireland, Participant Recruitment Assistant, Katimavik Youth Services; Phone: 514-868-0898; Email: recruitment@katimavik.org |
Duties | Katimavik’s National Experience is an opportunity for any Canadian citizens, permanent residents or landed refugees aged 17 – 25 who are looking for 5.5 months of creative learning, community engagement, Truth and Reconciliation, and self-discovery * participants will live in a group setting with up to 10 of their peers in two separate communities throughout the course of the program * during the program they engage in 32 hours of valuable volunteer work a week, learn how to manage a house, make lifelong friends, and gain confidence that they themselves can make an impactful difference in our country. Program cohorts start every January and July of each year. |
More Info Link | https://katimavik.org/en/we-offer/national-experience/ |
Benefits | Some of the topics and skills that you will be challenged to learn about include: the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and the importance of Truth and Reconciliation * the benefits and impact of civic engagement * professional work skills in a variety of sectors, depending on volunteer placements * cooking skills, house maintenance, and practical life skills * conflict resolution, communication, and how to strive within a team environment * environmental protection and sustainable development * English or French as an additional language * leadership, advocacy, and project management skills * Canada’s cultural, geographic, and linguistic diversity. |
Ages | 17 year(s) - 25 year(s) |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Individuals |
Areas of Interest | Advocacy ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Community Outreach ; Culture & Heritage ; Gardening / Yard Work ; Life Skills Support ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Volunteer Coordination ; Youth Engagement ; Youth Services |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Leadership ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing |
Commitment Length | Long Term - 5.5 month immersive program |
Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group - Participants will live in a house with up to 10 other participants for the 5.5 months of the National Experience program. |
Location | Across Canada |
Number of Positions | Canada 100 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
Transportation | Transportation provided - Travel to host communities and back home is organized and paid for by Katimavik. |
Cost | This is a fully funded program, all costs are covered. |
Police Check | Required |