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WHAT IS THE VOLUNTEER COOPERATION PROGRAM?
The Volunteer Cooperation Program is a Government of Canada initiative that enables Canadians and permanent residents to share their knowledge and expertise by collaborating with partner organizations around the world.
Through their engagement, volunteers contribute to strengthening communities, supporting local initiatives, and building a more just and sustainable future.
WHY VOLUNTEER ABROAD?
Create a positive impact
Join teams driving impact for the people and the planet.
Grow personally & professionally
Share your skills, gain hands-on experience, and discover a deeper sense of purpose.
Connect with people & cultures
Meet inspiring individuals, collaborate with dedicated teams, and immerse yourself in new cultures.
Build your future
Gain experience and open doors to new opportunities for impact.
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Fédération des cégeps
The Fédération des cégeps represents the 48 public colleges located throughout Quebec. It is responsible for promoting CEGEPs, defending their interests, supporting their development, encouraging collaboration, and providing them with services and advice to assist in fulfilling their mission.
In addition to disseminating information to its members, partners, and the media, the Federation offers public college institutions a range of services and guidance in areas such as pedagogy, student affairs, international affairs, legal matters, communications, continuing education and corporate training, funding, research, human resources, labor relations, and information resources.
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Centre for International Studies and Cooperation
CECI is an international organization working toward inclusive and sustainable economies, where women and youth fully exercise their rights and leadership in economic opportunities, climate change adaptation, education, and health.
With more than 65 years of experience and initiatives carried out in some thirty countries, CECI co-creates innovative and inclusive solutions with its partners, rooted in local realities, and works to scale them up in order to strengthen shared and sustainable prosperity.
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Fondation Paul Gérin-Lajoie
In 1991, the Paul Gérin-Lajoie Foundation created La Dictée P.G.L., a major educational project implemented in Canada and internationally for elementary and secondary school students. Over the years, this flagship program has been enriched with new initiatives, such as the Francophonie Dictée P.G.L. dedicated to businesses and the Municipal Dictée P.G.L. aimed at integrating newcomers.
The Paul Gérin-Lajoie Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to contribute to improving living conditions through quality education in Africa and Haiti. The Foundation is also recognized for its projects in socio-economic empowerment, health and food security, sustainable development, and gender equality. In Canada, the Foundation carries out awareness-raising activities on international cooperation and solidarity, notably through the Skills, Leadership, Education Volunteer Cooperation Program (CLÉ Program).
VOLUNTEER VOICES
Jul 9, 2026
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Développer ses compétences professionnelles tout en renforçant les coopératives au Ghana
Growing Professional Skills While Strengthening Cooperatives in Ghana
Un mandat de volontariat qui a transformé l’expertise en action, en soutenant le développement des coopératives et la transformation des
A volunteer mandate that turned expertise into action, supporting cooperative development and policy transformation in Ghana.
Jul 8, 2026
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Façonner l’avenir des coopératives au Ghana
Shaping the Future of Cooperatives in Ghana
Renforcer le secteur coopératif du Ghana grâce au leadership en matière de politiques publiques
Strengthening Ghana's Cooperative Sector Through Policy Leadership
Dec 4, 2025
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Pleins feux sur Sara: le parcours inspirant d’une volontaire
Spotlight on Sara: An Inspirational Volunteer Journey
Volontaire canadienne de Victoria, Colombie-Britannique, Sara s’est engagée à favoriser une collaboration et une action percutantes
A Canadian volunteer from Victoria BC, Sara has shown a remarkable commitment to fostering meaningful collaboration and impact