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SWAP Working Holidays is a Canadian-owned organization that has been working for over 45 years to promote cultural exchange opportunities to Canadians. We started in 1975 and have been going strong ever since.

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Combining rich cultural heritage with stunning landscapes and spectacular modernity, Japan is like nowhere you’ve ever been before, making it the perfect working holiday destination. After all, there is only one country where you can devour sushi, visit a samurai museum, and watch an anime in a movie theatre in one day. 1. Distinct & Rich Culture Japan is known for so many things: origami, manga, karaoke, tea ceremonies, the list goes on! Not only does Japan have all this, but they

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Working and travelling abroad is a great way for young people to gain new skills, discover who they are, and grow as an individual. Working abroad will test you in ways like no other experience can. However, with the right preparation and planning with the team at SWAP, it can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Working and travelling in Japan is a common bucket list item for many young people. The island country is home

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So, your child has mentioned that they want to go on a working holiday and all you can think is “What exactly is a working holiday and why do you want to do that?!”, “Should those two words even exist side-by-side?” Working holiday, what?” Well, yes they do and thousands of Canadians take part in these programs every year. Let’s start at the beginning - What is a working holiday? A working holiday is a one to two-year work visa category offered to

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Thinking of doing a working holiday? You’ve come to the right place! Working holidays are a unique and exciting opportunity to experience life in another country, and we’re here to share our top 3 reasons why you should take the leap and pursue an opportunity to live and work abroad. 1. International Work Experience For those who qualify, working holidays provide an incredibly accessible way for youth to gain international work experience. Don’t underestimate the value of having a diverse resume! Working

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