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Montreal

powered by Repair the World

July 24-28, 2025

Join JDC Entwine and young adults around the world for our first-ever trip to Montreal! Gain a unique Jewish perspective on this city known for delicious food, street art and a renowned jazz scene. You’ll enjoy Shabbat with local Jewish community leaders, learn about Moishe House Montreal and meet JDC-JFNA Ukraine Volunteer Mission alumni.

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trip
highlights

FAQ
  • Travel with participants from around the world and Entwine alumni to engage with local Jewish young adults in Montreal.
  • Explore Montreal’s rich Jewish history and culture on walking tours in the historic neighborhoods of Mile End and Plateau Mont-Royal.
  • Catch a glimpse of Montreal’s numerous murals and street art along St-Laurent Boulevard and experience nightlife through the renowned jazz scene.
  • Immerse in nature in the beautiful landscape and hike the Laurentian Mountain range.
  • Indulge in Montreal’s iconic food establishments and discover their unique takes on classic Jewish dishes: from bagels to delis.
  • Spend a memorable Shabbat with community leaders who will speak to local and global service initiatives.

“Traveling with a group of Jewish young adults is life changing. Getting to experience the world through this lens is such a privilege and I’m grateful to be connected to JDC’s work around the world!”

– Past Insider Trip Participant

PARTICIPATION FEE

$500 (airfare not included)

INCLUDES:

Local transportation within Montreal

Meals

Hotel accommodations

Site visits, briefings, tours, etc.

Medical and emergency evacuation insurance

*Please note that your participation fee does not include international airfare. Travel and cancellation insurance is required.

Trip Dates

July 24-28, 2025

Application Deadline:

May 18, 2025

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About JDC

JDC (the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee or “The Joint”) is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe. Learn more at jdc.org.

About Repair the World

Repair the World is the Jewish service movement. Volunteering creates vibrant Jewish communities, hope, and a better world. We connect Jews and their neighbors to volunteer opportunities that always include meaningful Jewish learning. You can volunteer with us in cities across the country, and we partner with major Jewish organizations—like Hillels, JCCs, and Federations—to bring Jewish service to people all over the world.

Additional Subsidies

At JDC Entwine, we value Arevut, mutual responsibility. We understand that our participants contribute significantly to the trip experience and that financial circumstances vary among our participants. We have a generous donor community that ensures participation fees for all Insider Trips are highly subsidized to provide greater access and opportunity for participation. To ensure accessibility and equitable opportunity, we are able to offer additional financial subsidies based on each participant’s ability to contribute to the cost of the trip. Learn more about our commitment to DEIB.

How it works:
Applicants accepted to an Entwine trip will receive a form to indicate need for additional financial assistance (up to 50% of the participation fee). Our team will review inquiries submitted on a case-by-case basis and inform individuals via email if we are able to offer them additional subsidies. Note: if additional subsidies are offered, the subsidy can only be applied towards the participation fee – participants are responsible for flights.

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