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Opening the world through education

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OPENING THE WORLD THROUGH EDUCATION

WHO WE ARE

We’re the leader in educational travel.

Since 1965, we’ve believed the most meaningful lessons happen beyond the classroom, perspective grows with every passport stamp, and global awareness comes from lived experiences.

EF has helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures and learn new things about the world and about themselves.

WHAT WE DO

Together with educators, parents, and community leaders, we open the world to students through culturally immersive, experiential travel. Our programs are designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and ignite something deeper: a belief in what's possible.

Yes, we handle the flights, hotels, and logistics. But what we truly deliver is growth. The kind that comes from stepping beyond the familiar, embracing new perspectives, and discovering just how capable you are.

40+ years of putting safety first

At EF, safety shapes how we plan, how we train, and how we respond. Before departure, on the road, to the moment they return home, we’re behind the scenes—anticipating, planning, and adapting. Because when you’re sending a student across the world, a sense of security doesn’t come from luck. It comes from experience.

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Wherever your classroom goes, we’re already there

Wherever your classroom goes,
we’re already there

With more than 52,000 educators, Tour Directors, and team members, 600+ schools and offices worldwide, a presence in 115 countries, and over 60 years of experience, our global network is built to support every journey.

Wherever your classroom goes, we’re already there

With more than 52,000 educators, Tour Directors, and team members, 600+ schools and offices worldwide, a presence in 115 countries, and over 60 years of experience, our global network is built to support every journey.

Ready to see where learning can take you and your students?

From your first question to your flight home, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Ready to see where learning can take you and your students?

Our team is growing.
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Our team is growing.
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Opening the world through education

Opening the world through education

EDUCATION MEETS EXPLORATION

About EF Tours Canada

The world is a better place when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, Education First has helped millions of people discover new places, experience new cultures, and learn more about the world and themselves.

Here in Canada, that mission has been going strong for more than four decades. Today, our student travel programs span 52 countries—creating life-changing educational travel experiences for Canadian teens and educators just like you.

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WHO WE ARE

We’re the leader in culturally immersive educational travel. We believe the world is one of the best teachers there is. That perspective grows with every passport stamp and that global awareness doesn’t come from textbooks. It comes from being there.

Globally, since 1965, EF has helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures and learn new things about the world and about themselves.

GO, LEARN, GROW

Championed by teachers, cherished by students

Travel changes everyone for the better, especially students. They try things they might never have attempted, talk to people they might never have met, and grow into someone they might never have become—all from experiences they can only get by travelling. Teachers, too, return with a fresh perspective and a deeper connection to their students.

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Meet our global support team

With offices in 115 countries, EF shows up for our travellers by already being there. We don’t just work in these countries—we call them home. In fact, EF team members live in nearly every one of our tour destinations. That means we have the local knowledge to keep our groups safe, and anywhere you go, you’ll have friendly faces nearby to offer a helping hand. When the chips are down, we have boots on the ground—you are always dealing with our team directly in any emergency.

Tour Consultants

Say hi to your dedicated Tour Consultant, your go-to for crafting the perfect itinerary. Tailored to your needs,they're not just travel experts; they're local specialists who get what you and your community are looking for."

Tour Consultants

Say hi to your dedicated Tour Consultant, your go-to for crafting the perfect itinerary. Tailored to your needs,they're not just travel experts; they're local specialists who get what you and your community are looking for."

Tour Directors

Once you step off the plane, your Tour Director is your wingman—the one who'll let you in on all things local, from slang, to food recos, to the most authentic souvenirs you can bring back home. Tour Directors know the lay of the land, they speak the local language, and they’ll deal with bus transportation, hotels, meals, as well as any activities on the itinerary—they’ll have things run smoothly so that you can have fun!

Tour Directors

Once you step off the plane, your Tour Director is your wingman—the one who'll let you in on all things local, from slang, to food recos, to the most authentic souvenirs you can bring back home. Tour Directors know the lay of the land, they speak the local language, and they’ll deal with bus transportation, hotels, meals, as well as any activities on the itinerary—they’ll have things run smoothly so that you can have fun!

On Tour Support

With 60 years of experience under our belt, 40 of which in Canada, we know what to expect when you're travelling—and we have the expertly-crafted plans and policies to prove it. Your time is valuable, and your group should be free to focus on learning interesting things and making lifelong memories—should you need them, we have round-the-clock emergency response teams, advanced safety verification technology, 24/7 mental health support on tour, and many other resources for peace of mind in an unpredictable world.

On Tour Support

With 60 years of experience under our belt, 40 of which in Canada, we know what to expect when you're travelling—and we have the expertly-crafted plans and policies to prove it. Your time is valuable, and your group should be free to focus on learning interesting things and making lifelong memories—should you need them, we have round-the-clock emergency response teams, advanced safety verification technology, 24/7 mental health support on tour, and many other resources for peace of mind in an unpredictable world.

I have travelled with EF Tours for many years now and have never been disappointed! My students have had life-changing experiences all because of the care and energy that EF puts into every itinerary and activity. From the selection of hotels to the fabulous Tour Directors and Tour Consultants, EF is top in the tour industry.”

Lynn M., Teacher

ABOUT EF

Opening the world through education

We believe that the world is a better place when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, EF has helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. From our roots as a family business, we've grown into a global community of 52,000+ employees in over 110 countries.

Travel is for everyone

Every student—regardless of gender identity, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status—should experience the life-changing impact of educational travel.

We’re driven by our vision for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). In order to increase access to travel-based learning for all, we are committed to expanding and diversifying the communities we work with, the staff who work for us, and the perspectives we celebrate on our tours.

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