Our Programmes
The building blocks of global friendship
At CISV we believe in building global friendship, starting with children. But that's not where it stops. While the Village programme, for 11 year olds, is the cornerstone of our educational philosophy, it's just the first building block. We also offer a range of multicultural experiences to youth and adults, providing the opportunity to experience the CISV philosophy and live our values. Find out more about our exciting and diverse activities:
| International Programmes |
Age Groups |
| Village | 11 |
| Interchange | 12-15 |
| Step Up (formerly Summer Camp) | 14-15 |
| Seminar Camp | 17-18 |
| Youth Meeting | 12-19+ |
| International People's Project | 19+ |
| National Programmes | |
| JB Canada National Camp | All Ages |
| JB Spring Board Training Forum | All Ages |
| Local Community Programmes | |
| Mosaic | All ages |
| Junior Branch | 11-25 |
CISV Chapters in Canada and around the world host a range of programmes for different age groups. CISV works to ensure that quality and general content are similar, no matter where the activity takes place.
CISV also endeavours to keep participation fees as low as possible. There are opportunities to learn at the local, regional and international level.
Participation begins at local CISV Chapter level, where members have the opportunity to participate in local activities and apply for international experiences. We have six unique international programmes starting with children from age 11.
There are many additional opportunities for involvement for other age groups in these programmes. There are opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally, to be involved as participants and/or as leaders.
Latest News
Volunteer opportunities for Summer 2013
- 11 Feb 2013
New YLIF-CAN for Canadian programs
- 25 Jan 2013
National Leadership Training Committee application available
- 09 Nov 2012
New risk management documents
- 01 Nov 2012
Newsletter Issue 4 released!
- 05 Jun 2012
2006 Statistics
| 51 | Villages |
| 72 | Interchanges |
| 23 | Summer Camps |
| 16 | Seminar Camps |
| 15 | Youth Meetings |
| 5 | International People's Projects |
| 1 | Annual International Meeting |
| 1 | International Junior Branch Conference |
In total, 7,260 people participated in 184 CISV international programmes and meetings in 2006.
