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Frontiers Foundation/Operation Beaver
Mission Statement
Operation Beaver program is based on the partnership of communities concerned about their advancement with like-minded volunteers worldwide.
Volunteers work with low income Native and non-Native communities to provide better housing and living conditions.
Nature of Work
Housing (engineering, architecture, carpentry, graphics, etc.), and teachers.
Placement
Canada
Time Frame
For the summer, minimum three-month commitment.
In NWT, Yukon and Nunavut, minimum five months.
Remuneration
Yes
Cost to Participate
A $50 non-refundable fee for volunteer application.
Requirements
Candidates should be at least 18 years of age. Previous volunteer or work experience is appreciated.
Other Details
- Minimum living allowance ($50.00 a week) on educational projects.
- Living and travel expenses are paid by organization.
- Medical insurance provided for volunteers from overseas.
Contact Info
Marco Guzman, Excutive Director
Frontiers Foundation/Operation Beaver
419 Coxwell Avenue
Toronto, ON
Canada M4L 3B9
PH:(416) 690-3930
FAX:(416) 690-3934
marcoguzman@frontiersfoundation.ca
www.frontiersfoundation.ca
Last updated: 2005-07-01