All youth invited for our first JB Activity of the year!
While the youth are in the gym, there is a Parent Information Night in the library. This is a great opportunity for new families to learn more about what CISV is all about! Spread the word!
The dates have been finalized and we are excited! All youth (ages 10-17) are invited to attend our Fall mini camp.
Mini camps take place in all CISV Chapters around the world. They typically include various activities such as team-building exercises, games, discussions, and workshops focused on themes like peace education, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship.
Our fall mini camp will just be for our CISV Waterloo youth but offers a glimpse into the larger CISV experience.
Registration and more information will be shared in September.
Questions? Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
All youth (ages 10-18) are invited for our JB Activity!
While the youth are in the gym, there is a Parent Information Night in the library. This is a great opportunity for new families to learn more about what CISV is all about!
Spread the word!
For those interested in travelling with CISV Waterloo in 2026, it is mandatory that you attend our Selection Days - Saturday December 6th (9:30am-3pm) and Sunday December 7th (9:30am-12noon).
This is an important step as it’s where prospective participants are evaluated for their suitability for CISV programs. These events involve activities designed to assess skills like teamwork, communication, and interest in peace education, while also learning more about CISV and its programs. The Selection Committee observes participants during these activities to guide their decision-making process.
More information can be found on our website but feel free to reach out to selection@cisvwaterloo.org
Come on out to a fun night of celebrating the past summer’s travels, reconnecting with past CISV friends and meeting new!
On the first Monday of every month, the Adult Board gets together to keep this mighty organization going. There are various roles on the board that require varying time commitments. It’s a great group of dedicated volunteers.
(The meetings are hybrid - in person as well as held virtually.)
Interested in learning more? If so, please reach out to chair@cisvwaterloo.org. We are always looking for new members. :)
CISV Waterloo is hosting a Seminar camp this summer for youth ages 16-17 from all over the world. On Saturday August 16th, the camp is opening their doors for everyone to pop in. A great chance to meet the delegates and more!
Please reach out to hosting@cisvwaterloo.org for location and more information.
See you there!
Come one, come all!
This evening is a celebration for those that are travelling this upcoming summer. We will have presentations from each of the delegations sharing where they are going and what they are looking forward to.
Always a fun night!
Also, Fo-Cheezy Food Truck will be in the church parking lot starting around 5:30pm. Come on out and grab some food before the Farewell Party begins!
Looking forward to June 11th
All youth are welcome to come for an evening of CISV fun in the school gym!
Also, there will be a parent meeting for those that have youth travelling with CISV this upcoming summer. The meeting will take place in the school library.
Questions? Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
Are you a high school student (or will be next year) and want to be part of the wonderful JB Exec who plans all of our activities and events? JB Exec elections are June 1st from 6-7pm!
If you are interested, check out this document of role descriptions.
Want to apply? Fill out this Google Form and we will send out location details via email. Please fill it out by May 25th.
Please email rheasanjay30@gmail.com (current Sr. LJR) or masondolishny@gmail.com (incoming Sr. LJR) if you have any questions!
Looking forward to May 7th!
All youth are welcome to come for an evening of CISV fun in the school gym!
Also, there will be a parent meeting for those that have youth travelling with CISV this upcoming summer. The meeting will take place in the school library.
Questions? Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
More details to come… but save the date!
This activity is open for all that are 14 and older of age and this year's Step Up delegates.
The activities planned are geared towards this age group to create deeper discussions.
Registration form can be found in the latest newsletter.
Any questions? Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
Looking forward to April 9th!
All youth are welcome to come for an evening of CISV fun in the school gym!
Also, there will be a parent meeting for those that have youth travelling with CISV this upcoming summer. The meeting will take place in the school library.
Questions? Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
This mighty chapter is run fully by volunteers. These volunteers make up our Board and meet once a month for a hybrid meeting. There are a variety of positions that tap into various interests and capacities… so there’s something for everyone!
Interested in joining our next Adult Board Meeting to see what it’s all about? There aren’t any commitment to joining the Board… we are a friendly bunch! :)
Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org for the location and agenda so you can follow along.
Big night!
EVERYONE is invited to come on the 26th for an evening of fun. CISV activities will be taking place in the gym for everyone.
For those that are travelling this upcoming summer, you will get to meet your leader too! Parents are all asked to attend too.
Also, we will be holding our AGM (Annual General Meeting) at the beginning of the evening and all are invited. Please use THIS LINK to attend virtually.
Interested in joining our March Adult Board Meeting? We get together monthly to keep this mighty organization going! Attending a board meeting will give you a glimpse into what the board is currently working on.
Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org for the location and agenda so you can follow along! We meet in person and virtually so there are lots of options. :)
Every year, CISV Waterloo participates in the National Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser. This event is organized by Ray of Hope and collects money for those in need in our local KW community.
JB Activity - there will be an event prior to the walk just for the youth starting at 2:30pm.
CNOY Walk - The youth then join everyone else for the walk that starts around 4:30pm. To join our CISV Waterloo ‘team’ and fundraise for Ray of Hope, please check out THIS LINK.
More details to come but mark the calendar!
Keep the yummy tradition going! All CISV youth are invited to join our annual Cookie-a-thon! We start baking at 7pm on Friday January 24th and don’t stop until Sunday January 25th at 9:30am!
All the cookies made are donated to a local homeless shelter.
While the youth aren’t making the cookies, they are participating an activities and games. A fun overnight for all!
Note: A Parent Update Meeting will be held for 15 minutes at drop off on the Friday evening. Please plan to come.
Registration can be found HERE.
Seminar is a 3 week camp for ages 16 and 17. The application process is slightly different than the other CISV opportunities as it is all decided at the National level.
There are Seminar camps held in the summer of 2025 as well as winter 2025. Some of the locations include Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Portugal, Spain and Thailand!
Please reach out to Grace, our Seminar Coordinator at seminar@cisvwaterloo.org for more information. The application deadline is January 5th.
For everyone! Let’s get together at Waterloo Park and enjoy the lights together!
Meet at the Seagram Drive Parking Lot at 6:45pm for some hot chocolate and then wander around after!
Questions? Please reach out to jb_ljr@cisvwaterloo.org
Come one, come all!
This JB Activity is open to all youth ages 11-18. More info to come but is guaranteed to be filled with the typical CISV fun!
Interested in joining our monthly Adult Board Meeting? ALL are welcome!
We get together monthly to keep this mighty organization going! Attending a board meeting will give you a glimpse into what the board is currently working on and maybe even see if you would like to join!
The meeting is hybrid - in person and virtual so it’s convenient for everyone to join.
Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org for the location and agenda so you can follow along!
A great CISV experience starts with great leaders and staff, and we do our best to make sure ours are amazing!
CISV Waterloo LEADERS and STAFF are carefully selected from applicants who are 21 or over (before date of travel), demonstrate a strong interest in the goals and philosophy of CISV, and have the maturity and experience to handle the responsibilities assigned to them.
Applications are due soon!. If you're interested or know someone that might be great...please connect with Mitch, our Leadership Coordinator at leadership@cisvwaterloo.org.
Saturday November 16th from 9:30am-3:30pm AND Sunday November 17th from 9:30am-12noon.
Selection Days are for youth that are interested in travelling with CISV Waterloo.
These two days are filled with energizers, opportunities to interact with all the applicants and typical peace-based CISV activities. During the Selection Days, the Selection Committee observes all of the youth to help guide their decision process.
More information will be available on our website under ‘Programs’ and please reach out to our Selection Coordinator at selection@cisvwaterloo.org with your questions.
Brighten up your home with a poinsettia!
This fundraiser’s profit will go directly to the costs of hosting a Seminar Camp this summer. Every bit helps, so thanks!
The poinsettias come in RED, WHITE and PINK.
There are 4 sizes and prices:
10 inch- $35
8 inch - $25
6 inch - $15
4.5 inch - $10
Orders need to be submitted through ZEFFY by November 14th.
Pick up (from Warrens Greenhouse - 115 Strange Street in Kitchener) is on November 29th/30th.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Melissa at secretary@cisvwaterloo.org
Interested in joining our November Adult Board Meeting? We get together monthly to keep this mighty organization going! Attending a board meeting will give you a glimpse into what the board is currently working on.
Please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org for the location and agenda so you can follow along!
We are selling chocolates at the Kitchener Market!
If you can help out at the booth, please contact Joy at fundraiser@cisvwaterloo.org
Can’t make the market on Saturday but would like to buy some? Please reach out to Joy as well.
Thanks!
From Friday at 7pm to Sunday at 10am… CISV Waterloo will be hosting their Fall Mini-Camp! This is open to all CISV youth ages 10-18!
REGISTRATION is now open HERE.
Also, adult volunteers are needed and can sign up HERE.
Questions? Please reach out to jb_liaison@cisvwaterloo.org
Join us to learn more about what CISV is all about!
Parents will be in the library, hearing about what CISV is and how to get involved, while the youth are in the gym having some good ol’ CISV fun!
Also, for those that would like to attend the Parent Info Night, you can join virtually as well at this LINK.
All welcome!
The Welcome Back Party is a fun, casual evening for all of those that attended a CISV program this past summer to share their experience. Everyone is invited!
This will be a potluck so please bring a little to share. Extra points if it is from a country that you just traveled or would like to travel :)
Also, please bring a lawnchair or blanket to sit on in the gym (at JF Carmichael School).
Join us VIRTUALLY to learn more about CISV! Members of our adult and junior board will be in attendance to share what CISV is all about and how to get involved!
Go join the Google Meet, click HERE.
Once a month, a group of fun, committed adult volunteers get together (virtually and in person) to keep this mighty organization going.
If you are interested in learning more about the adult board and the various positions on it, please reach out to info@cisvwaterloo.org
All are welcome!
This is a night that CISV Waterloo comes together to celebrate our organization with a dessert potluck and presentations from the youth that are travelling this upcoming summer and winter.
More details to come. Hope to see you there!
