Canadian Programs

IAT's Gobal Education Program bridges the gap between developed and underdeveloped countries through public education of global issues, and by connecting Canadian students and teachers with those in the Philippines and Costa Rica:

Many young volunteers, over the years, have traveled to the Philippines and Costa Rica to take part in IAT's projects. Several co-op students from the University of Victoria and Simon Fraser University have volunteered to work with IAT's program in the Philippines. They conducted and documented their research on various aspects of the Kalinga tribes people. Students with various talents and skills and an adventurous spirit are always welcome.

Recent Activities: IAT recently shipped twenty boxes of medical supplies, books and donated computers to projects in the Philippines. Several more are currently being packed to be sent out.

2009: Canadian volunteers, David Durrance, Ron Wilson, Kate Vigneault, Gordon Walford and Garry and Cathy Carroll and their daughter Naomi, volunteered, during January through April, furthering the Costa Rica initiative.

Fruit trees were pruned and fertilized, an agro-forest nursery constructed, vegetable garden established, solar water heating system installed, animal barn renovated and partially reroofed, and a great start made on the construction of a dormitory and training facility for volunteers and student groups.

Connections: IAT has strong links with Canadian First Nations people as well as with Indigenous communities in the Philippines and Costa Rica.

Cultural and Practical Experience: Opportunities are available for student groups, as well as individuals, to visit and take part in IAT’s Philippines and Costa Rica programs.

Ongoing since 1981 - activities include:

• Intercultural Youth Awareness and Leadership training
• Linkage with First Nations Peoples
• Youth Programs
• Fund raising events
• Travel opportunities