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Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada
Supports youth cultural and linguistic exchanges across Canada
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Exchanges Canada program supports youth exchanges across Canada to strengthen national identity, cultural understanding, and connections between young people. It funds reciprocal exchange activities for youth aged 12 to 17, including group exchanges and related forum experiences, with return transportation costs covered for approved organizers.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Reciprocal youth exchanges enabling participants to experience life in different Canadian communities.
- Collaborative cultural and language exchange projects organized by schools or non-profit organizations.
- Group participation in exchanges that foster leadership, cultural awareness, and second-language learning.
- Sports and non-sports group exchanges to promote understanding between Francophone and Anglophone youth across Canada.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations focused on youth development
- Schools
- Youth organizations
- Sports groups (Francophone and Anglophone)
Eligible expenses
- Reimbursement of return transportation expenses for participating youth.
Eligible geographic areas
- All provinces and territories across Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the delivery organization.
- If accepted, applicants are contacted with details on preparation and next steps.
- For group exchanges, a matching process is used to find a compatible group.
- Applicants are notified by email when a group match is found.
- After acceptance, the exchange is confirmed and the organizing process continues.
Additional information
- Participants must play an active role in planning the exchange, including communicating with their “twin” and participating in fundraising.
- The program aims to engage youth from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous, racialized, and rural or remote communities.
- Costs such as registration fees and local transportation are the responsibility of participants; organizers are reimbursed for return transportation only.
- The program does not provide funding for host families.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada?
The Exchanges Canada program supports youth exchanges across Canada to strengthen national identity, cultural understanding, and connections between young people. It funds reciprocal exchange activities for youth aged 12 to 17, including group exchanges and related forum experiences, with return transportation costs covered for approved organizers.
Who is eligible for the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada program?
To be eligible for the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada program, you must:
The group must have between 10 and 30 members.
The group must belong to a school or a non-profit organization.
Participants must be aged 12 to 17 years.
What expenses are eligible under Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada?
Reciprocal youth exchanges enabling participants to experience life in different Canadian communities.
Collaborative cultural and language exchange projects organized by schools or non-profit organizations.
Group participation in exchanges that foster leadership, cultural awareness, and second-language learning.
Sports and non-sports group exchanges to promote understanding between Francophone and Anglophone youth across Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at echanges-exchanges@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 819-997-0055.
Where is the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada available?
The Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada program is available across Canada.
Is the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada?
Exchanges Canada - Youth Exchanges Canada is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)