In 1978, a generous grant from the Donner Foundation enabled Canada to join the AFS International network and a national office was then established in Montreal. Since its beginning, AFS has developed a wide choice of programs to meet the expectations of participants and families.
Mission
A charitable organization, AFS Interculture Canada is an international non-profit organization dedicated to global understanding and community involvement through quality international programs for youth and for adults.
AFS Interculture Canada is a registered charitable organization (100071927RR0001) and is part of a network of more than 50 partner countries across the world providing intercultural learning opportunities.
Board of Directors 2006-2007
AFS Interculture Canada is managed by a Board of Directors made up of volunteers who establish the national policies of the organization.
President
Robert Deslandes (QC)
Vice-Chair
Keith Sanders (NT)
Vice-Chair and Treasurer
Luc Pilon (QC)
Secretary
Chantale Richer (QC)
Directors
Geneviève Barrette (QC)
Sophie Briand (QC)
Executive Director
Bernard Roy
