Development

To learn more about working in the field of international development:

• Work as an intern through Global Affairs Canada’s International Youth Internship Program or through the International Aboriginal Youth Internships initiative
• Work as an advisor or volunteer with a non-governmental organization
• Work as an advisor on contract with an executing agency carrying out an international development project
• Work as a technical advisor on contract with a United Nations agency in a developing country
• Become a development officer at Global Affairs Canada
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There are many ways for Canadians to engage in improving the lives of vulnerable people in developing countries:

• Get involved
• Stay connected
• International Development Week
• How are you making a difference?

Global Affairs Canada works with Canadian and international partners to reduce poverty in developing countries. Follow these links to learn about how to apply for international development funding:

• How to apply to Global Affairs Canada for support of a development initiative
• Other sources of funding for your projects
• How to compete for contracts
• Other markets for your goods and services
• Business conduct and non-discrimination
• Funding Tools
• Calls for Proposals

Interest in Canada’s role in the developing world can begin at a young age through Global Affairs Canada's:

• Youth zone
• Teacher zone

The Project Browser contains more than 2,800 profiles of international development projects funded by the Government of Canada. Find a project with the:

• Basic search
• Advanced search