International Experience COVID: How Canada is keeping youth mobility active and safe

Wednesday, 7 October – 21:15-21:40 (EDT)

Thursday, 8 October – 03:15-03:40 (CET), 12:15-12:40 (AEDT)

International Experience Canada (IEC), managed by the Canadian federal government, facilitates opportunities for youth between the ages of 18 and 35 to work and travel in over 30 partner countries. The onset of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the tourism industry and youth mobility across the globe, and ultimately on the IEC program as well. This presentation will outline IEC’s promotion and marketing activities now that borders have been closed in many countries. Even when travel is restricted, there is still a need to inform youth about opportunities abroad, with messages of hope for future travel and the importance of planning ahead. Find out how IEC has changed its strategies to face these unprecedented times.

This session will be delivered in both French and English.