Local Programming

Immersive, experiential learning in your home community.

Our programming

Insight’s local programming introduces students to the most pressing issues in their home communities, and inspires them to take informed action. Students will work hands-on alongside local organizations and changemakers, build meaningful connections, and gain a deeper understanding of their local community.

What we offer

Customized themes, itineraries and experiences to meet your school’s needs
Engaging, game-based pre-session workshops
Hands-on learning and volunteer opportunities
Community connections with over 40+ partners in Metro-Vancouver
A deeper understanding of power, privilege and social justice
Leadership and entrepreneurial skills
Tangible tools for future action
Enthusiastic local facilitators

Your students may have the opportunity to

Remove invasive species with local environmental advocacy groups

Get your hands dirty weeding, harvesting or planting while learning about food security and sustainable food systems at local farms

Explore equity, social justice and entrepreneurship alongside organizations reducing barriers to employment

Develop greater understandings of indigenous knowledge while exploring your own community from different perspectives

Offset your environmental footprint while removing plastic waste from vulnerable habitats

Support social entrepreneurs working under challenging conditions while learning about their ventures first hand

What people are saying

Our Insight leaders were outstanding, enthusiastic and able to lead the students effectively.

Grade 8 teacher

The knowledge about privilege that I learned could easily be applied to my daily life and the world around me.

Grade 7 student

I see opportunities to apply what I have learned about a number of issues during this program at school, at home and in my community, and beyond.

Grade 8 student

This experience was enjoyable, impactful, engaging and provided students with new knowledge. My perspective on the world changed throughout the week thanks to the variety of activities we participated in and I really enjoyed bonding with my class

Grade 9 student

All programs are custom

Our team will work with you to develop a community based program that suits your school’s needs and available schedules. Whether it’s a week-long experience at the end of May, or a 1 day a month program throughout the school year, our team can work with you to develop the right experience for your students.

We work with groups of all sizes, so whether it’s a 20 student class or your entire school, we’ll work with you to curate the right program for the size of the group participating.

Local Programming

Our programming

What we offer

Your students may have the opportunity to

What people are saying

All programs are custom

Download our sample PDF to learn about our Breadth and Depth program formats - these are two examples of what Insight can do for your school!

Get in touch

Questions? Let's talk

Discover

Apply now!

Connect

Contact