Your teen’s already sold on the idea?

Get in touch with your son or daughter’s teacher or community group leader. He or she may be able to help coordinate an educational experience not only for your teen, but also for his or her classmates and friends.

Secondly, if your son or daughter has chosen an exchange, you will need to prepare to host your child’s exchange partner in your home. You will also need to make yourself aware of your other responsibilities and those of your child. You may be expected to take part in fundraising activities or contribute to the experience in other ways.

Set your mind at ease

We take your child’s safety seriously - That is why Exchanges Canada’s delivery organizations have a rigorous security process in place for all youth exchanges and forums.

You will want to be sure you are comfortable with all accommodation and travel arrangements, supervisor and chaperone-selection processes and emergency-contact procedures. See for yourself. Contact the delivery organization of your preferred exchange or forum directly to confirm that all security precautions are taken.