volunteer in Canada

There are so many reasons to volunteer with Red-Leaf in Canada but did you ever think of coming for the food?  Did you know that Canada is the largest producer of maple syrup in the world?!

Maple trees are tapped for only 4 – 6 weeks every year as ideal conditions call for warm sunny days and frosty nights.  The sap from the trees is boiled down to produce maple syrup, maple cream, sugar and candy.  Canadians traditionally put maple syrup on pancakes.  Many communities have “Sugarbush” festivals in March and April.  I went to a local festival a couple of weeks ago and had pancakes outside in the park.

If you haven’t tried REAL maple syrup, believe me that alone is worth the trip to Canada. Of course there are also the wonderfun volunteer opportunities with Red Leaf.  Our programs include Animal Care, Environmental Conservation, Children’s Programs and Community Support Programs. Red-Leaf Volunteers make a difference. To find out more about to you can join the global volunteer movement visit our website  www.red-leaf.com, become a Facebook Fan or download an application form now.

We’re very excited to provide this forum for our international volunteers, those thinking about volunteering and all the amazing Canadian agencies that open their doors and provide our volunteers an opportunity to contribute.

Over the next while, we hope to share stories, profile some of the projects that the agencies are involved in, provide helpful tips, trends, community info and lots more. Post your comments here!

Canada is a vast & beautiful country with diverse and exciting cities and spectacular natural landscapes. Our country is big and so are the opportunities! Did you know that Canada is the second largest country in the world? If you were to drive from the east to west coast, it would take 7 days. Flying takes 7 hours and covers 6 times zones!

We work with an extensive network of wonderful organizations whose contribution and integration in the community is invaluable. You might help to restore an environmentally significant watershed, play games with children at a summer camp, cuddle a homeless cat at a shelter or share your culture with seniors in a retirement community.

There is something for anyone who is willing to lend a helping hand. The rewards can be huge – and it’s a great way to improve your English! Visit our website  www.red-leaf.com, become a Facebook Fan or download an application form.