Funding shortfalls shutter Canada World Youth after more than 50 years

Author Shannon VanRaes
Pandemic, funding shortfalls end half a century of connecting young Canadians with youth around the world

Why It Matters

The COVID-19 pandemic shut international borders and built silos at home. Programs that break down regional barriers and build international co-operation are needed now more than ever.

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