West Coast & Rocky Mountain
LEADERSHIP IN CULTURE & CLIMATE
Program Overview
This Canada Environmental & Educational Exploration Program takes students across Vancouver, Yukon, the Canadian Rockies, Victoria, and Greater Vancouver to study culture, ecology, and sustainability. Participants explore Indigenous heritage, urban environmental design, and wildlife conservation; canoe through pristine northern wilderness; engage with geologists on glacier science; and visit top universities for climate-focused academic exchanges. Through cultural immersion, outdoor leadership, and hands-on scientific learning, students gain deep insight into climate change, biodiversity, and global citizenship. The journey blends nature, culture, and education to inspire young leaders committed to protecting the planet.
Suggested Time
March — June
Sep — Oct
Group Size (6:1 Ratio)
12 Students
2 Chaperons
Suggested Ages
16 — 22
Program Highlights
Experience Canada's wild beauty—canoeing through northern rivers, exploring glaciers, and spotting amazing wildlife up close.
Climate Learning, Real-World ImpactLearn how climate change affects real ecosystems through hands-on activities with scientists, universities, and local communities.
Culture, Sustainability & LeadershipDiscover Canada's culture, nature, and sustainability practices while building leadership, teamwork, and global awareness.
Itinerary
| Day | Highlights |
|---|---|
| 1-2 Vancouver, BC |
Zero Waste & UBC Sustainability Arrive in Vancouver for city sightseeing, join a Zero Waste educational program, visit UBC for a campus tour, and participate in sustainability activities at the Botanical Garden and Greenheart TreeWalk. |
| 3-6 Whitehorse, Yukon |
Indigenous Cultural Exchange & Wilderness Canoeing Meet with the Kwanlin Dün community for cultural learning, interviews, gift exchange, and a welcome ceremony, then complete a 4-day/3-night backcountry canoeing and camping experience with guided paddling instruction, wildlife viewing, and visits to historic landmarks, islands, and villages. |
| 7-9 Alberta |
Rocky Mountain National Parks & Glacier Experience Tour Edmonton, explore Jasper National Park (including Maligne Lake, Pyramid Mountain/Lake, and Patricia Lake with the Habbakuk Project), experience the Columbia Icefield via the Ice Explorer, and visit Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Banff (including Bow Falls) before continuing to Calgary. |
| 10-11 Victoria, BC |
Gardens, Heritage Sites & Environmental Learning at UWC Fly to Victoria to visit The Butchart Gardens, explore Chinatown, tour the BC Parliament Buildings, and visit Pearson College UWC for environmental-themed learning focused on biodiversity and marine conservation. |
| 12-15 Vancouver, BC |
Landmarks, School Exchange & Wildlife Rescue Program Visit Vancouver highlights such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, and FlyOver Canada, join local schools for hands-on environmental learning with Canadian students, and participate in a Greater Vancouver Zoo animal rescue program with a zoologist interview on climate change impacts. |
Destinations
- Vancouver
Where culture meets sustainability on Canada's West Coast. - Whitehorse (Yukon)
Adventure into untouched wilderness and northern Indigenous wisdom. - Jasper
Discover the Rockies' raw beauty and powerful natural forces. - Banff
Explore iconic alpine landscapes shaped by time and nature. - Victoria
British Columbia's garden city of history, ecology, and charm.
Photo Gallery
Other complimentary benefits (please contact us for more details)
- All participants will receive a goody bag with a gift and snacks
- A memorable gift at the end of the trip