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Experience. Learn. Travel. Grow.
About Us
International Student Exchange (ISE) Ontario is a registered not-for-profit organization with almost 30 years of experience creating meaningful international exchange opportunities for Ontario students ages 13–17.
Our reciprocal family-to-family exchanges give students the opportunity to live with a European family abroad while welcoming their exchange partner into their own home. With all-inclusive pricing and no traditional homestay costs, our model makes international exchange more accessible and affordable for families.
Students gain more than a trip—they build lasting friendships, experience new cultures, develop global perspectives, and create memories that last a lifetime all while developing language skills and a strong sense of personal growth.
We coordinate exchanges between Ontario and six European destinations: France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland, with travel beginning and ending at Toronto Pearson.
We take care of the details, so you can focus on the experience.
Destinations
France
Italy
Spain
Germany
Ireland
Switzerland
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Experience another country without the cost of traditional travel or home stays. Participating in a reciprocal exchange minimizes the cost compared to other exchanges.
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Instead of your traditional tourist travel experience, a reciprocal exchange allows you to fully immerse yourself in a new culture. Learn the language, try traditional foods, and experience every day life in a new country.
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Share this incredible journey with someone. Learn, grow and experience together.
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An exchange isn't just for the student—it’s an experience for the whole family. Welcome a new culture into your home, share your traditions and learn from each other along the way.
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Not only are you learning the language and culture, a school year exchange will have you fully immersed in the classroom environment. Participating in the school community allows you to build relationships while developing language skills.
Why do a Reciprocal Exchange?
Programs
ISE offers three different exchange program timelines to France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain and Switzerland.
FAQ
Answers to all the questions you may have about a reciprocal exchange experience.
Apply Today
Visit our application portal to get the process started. Be sure to review the necessary requirements.