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Touchdown to Takeoff: Your First 48 Hours Abroad

Hey, fellow adventurers! While planning flights is essential, how you handle that first touchdown and navigate your initial couple of days sets the tone for your entire journey. You want to be prepared for the exciting new adventure that…

From Whirlwind Adventures to Meaningful Work: A Life-Changing Working Holiday in Australia

Leah is a young Traveller who embarked on a life-changing working holiday experience through the A-Way to Work Program. She often finds she has to pinch herself to ensure this journey is not a dream for the whirlwind of excitement, personal…

Why Culture Shock Is Normal (Even for Experienced Travellers)

Travelling abroad for the first time might make you feel confused, disorientated, anxious, frustrated or all at the same time. This can be caused by encountering unfamiliar customs, social norms, languages, and a different way of living life…

Using Your Phone Internationally

Hey there, traveller! Staying connected with friends and family back home is vital as you explore new horizons. So here are a few ways to use your phone internationally without breaking the bank!   1. Check with your service provider. …

What to Pack on an Exchange!

Hey Travellers! Getting ready for your journey can be thrilling and overwhelming. You don’t know the weather, conditions, or essentials. We’re here to help you pack smart and prepare for every incredible experience possible on your working…

How to Apply for a Canadian Passport Before Working Abroad

Hey there, outbound travellers! If you don’t already have a Canadian passport, learning how to apply for a Canadian passport is the first step before starting your international work and travel adventure. A valid passport is required for…

Booking Flights for Your Working Holiday Abroad

Hey, future globetrotters! Booking your first international flight can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. If this is your first working holiday abroad, you’re probably full of questions and that’s completely normal. Before…

Travel Insurance: Your Safety Net for Adventures!

As you prepare to embark on your incredible journey with IREC and A-Way to Work, we want to chat about something super important: travel insurance. We know it's not the most thrilling part of planning your adventure, but trust us—having the…

About International Rural Exchange Canada

We have enabled thousands of life-changing work and travel experiences since 1985. We are a recognized organization of the Government of Canada and can help young people access work permits through the International Experience Canada program (IEC).

We acknowledge with respect that our office is on Treaty 2 territory, the traditional land of the Dakota, Anishanabek, Oji-Cree, Cree, Dene and Metis people.

We are a treaty people.