welcome to canada.
forget the j1 visa.
Looking for a J1 to Canada? You don't need one. Camp Canada is visa free - meaning no embassy visits, no paperwork, and no hassle.
Rather than the bureaucracy of the American J1, you'll have a simple and smooth work permit process. All you'll need is a fixed-length job offer in hand - which you'll have with Camp Canada.
8-10 weeks at camp. food & accommodation. 24/7 support. travel up to 6 months after camp.
Many people from Ireland and the rest of Europe know about the American J1 visa. In Canada, it works differently - and you have two main options.
You could get a 2-year Canadian working holiday visa. But if you're not quite ready for that, or you only have time to travel Canada for a few months, a work permit with Camp Canada is the best option out there.
learn more about visa exemptionThe IEC, or International Experience Canada Visa, allows you to work and travel in Canada for up to 2 years if you're under 32.
For most people, the better option is to save their IEC by going on a Camp Canada program. They'll make friends, explore the country, and use their IEC when they're ready.
the best alternative to a j1 summer in America.
job roles in canada.
Camp Canada is very similar to getting a J1 summer job in America - except you'll be in the politest country in the world.
There are tons of job roles available at camp - become a general counsellor or an activity specialist, teaching your hobby or passion all summer. Chances are high that whatever you're good at, it's an activity that you can teach at camp.
