Authorized by the Canadian Government, Work in Canada is a program that allows American College and University students to travel and work in Canada for up to 12 months.
From you application process to your arrival in Canada, SWAP, through our network of travel offices in the U.S. will provide you with ongoing support and assistance to ensure your working holiday experience is a success.
To register for the Work in Canada program please contact any of the offices listed here.
Eligiblity - The Following is required of each participant
- U.S. citizen [Must provide copy of valid U.S. passport]
- Aged 18 to 30 upon entry to Canada.
- Cannot be married, unless the spouse is individually eligible and also participating in the Work in Canada program. No parents with dependent children are permitted.
- Clean criminal record
- A full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university, or recent graduate. You choose the date you wish to enter Canada within your eligibility period and book your own travel accordingly. If you submit full-time student status for Fall 2010 you must enter Canada by 15th August 2011. Spring 2011 student status will permit entry up to 15th February 2012.
- All participants must have medical insurance with Medical Expenses, Personal Accident, and Repatriation of Remains up to $25,000.00 USD (this can be purchased through Travel CUTS/ATC when you register)
- If you want to repeat the Work in Canada program you must attend a U.S. college or university for one full academic year between programs.
What's included
- A 12 month employment authorization which allows you to legally work anywhere in Canada at any job other than in health-care, child-care and the teaching of children under 16.
- Flexible choice of arrival dates into Canada
- Pre-departure support from Travel CUTS and SWAP
- 70-page SWAP Your Guide to Canada handbook and arrival maps
- A expert arrival orientation, including fast-track to the Canadian version of Social Security card
- SWAP offices in Vancouver and Toronto providing job and accommodation listings, free internet and computer facilities, telephones and mail services. Please note that our Montreal office is closed, so the hosting centre and orientations are no longer available in Montreal
- Friendly SWAP staff to assist with any questions and concerns you may have
- Emergency support and counseling available throughout your SWAP Canada adventure
- SWAP social activities including team sports, pub nights and excursions
- Travel arrangements made through Travel CUTS/The Adventure Travel Company
- Discounted, comprehensive worldwide travel insurance available at Travel CUTS/The Adventure Travel Company
