On December 11, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced the opening of the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC) Program. Nearly 90,000 youths from IEC partner regions can join, with applications open from December 11, 2023. The IEC enables Canadian and international youths aged 18–35 to work and travel reciprocally. Canada has youth mobility partnerships with 35+ regions, including new or improved arrangements with Finland, Iceland, Ukraine, South Korea, and the UK in 2023. In 2024, Canadian youth will have more opportunities for international exposure, and IEC’s automation technology will streamline processing. The 2024 season will positively impact employers and the tourism industry by enabling participants to experience Canada through work and travel.
