Our mission

Engage youth in volunteer service and foster sustainable communities through challenging national youth service programs.

Our objectives

• To contribute substantially to the  personal, social and professional development of the volunteers.
• To promote community service.
• To offer a diverse experience fostering a better understanding of the Canadian reality.

Facts

• Since 1977, Katimavik has enabled nearly 30,000 Canadians to be involved in more than 2,000 communities throughout the country.
• Approximately 1,000 youth participate in the program each year.
• There are 107 communities hosting Katimavik groups this year.
• Katimavik partners with nearly 900 community non-profit organizations each year.