Innovation and Entrepreneurship Exchanges Parent Information Deck. All the information for parents about our program and what it has to offer to students. Covers: trip activities, safety and supervision as well as costs and other details.

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Innovation and
Entrepreneurship
Exchanges
Turning Ambition into Action

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“If all the fish swim
downstream, then you
should be swimming
upstream”
— Ben Jones
The world is changing quickly. Schools are not
preparing young people for the future, they
aren’t even preparing them for the present. IEE’s
program gets young people into businesses,
working on real problems, developing practical
jobs skills, making international connections, and
helping them to establish their future.

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Our PartnersDiverse Companies in Diverse Industries

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*MediaPost Search Agency of the Year (Note we work
with Acronym Canada Inc)

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*Featured on Dragons Den (Canada)

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Our ProgramConnecting Students from Around the World to Turn
Ambition into Action

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Our Program
Our program is built to foster an entrepreneurial spirit in young people.
We develop skills that can’t be replaced by AI and make our students the
business and societal leaders our world needs. Plus unlike similar programs
we don’t teach these concepts in the abstract, students go into real
companies and work on real and current business challenges, making
meaningful connections in the process.
Work with companies like HigherMe,
Acronym Canada Inc and MYOB (plus
more) on their business challenges.
Present solutions to decision makers at
those companies.
Company Challenges
Howard Schutz founded Starbucks after
experiencing Italian coffee culture.
Travel is integral to developing a global
perspective and entrepreneurial
mindset.
International Perspectives
From business strategy to public
speaking we teach it. It’s like an MBA
program for High School students
working with leading experts in their
fields.
Workshops and Mentorship
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Our ItineraryWhat Will students Actuall Be Doing

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Canadian students leave Toronto (YYZ) in the
afternoon of June 28 to Auckland. They fly via
Vancouver (YVR) to get to Auckland. They
arrive early morning June 30 (NZ Time).
Flights to Auckland
Students spend the first day on a tour
through of Auckland and its tourist sites,
before heading home to rest early after the
big trip.
Experiencing Auckland
Trip Outline
June 28 - 30 (Toronto/Auckland)

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Students work with our partner companies
on business challenges. Each company
challenge is designed to add unique value to
students.
Company Challenges
While working on the challenges we bring in
entrepreneurs to train students on various
skills. This week we focus on: idea generation,
team building, leadership, management and
internal motivation.
Workshops and Training
Trip Outline
July 1 -5 (Auckland)

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IEE program includes our mini-challenges.
This weekend IEE programming includes:
Startup pitch mini-challenge, Start-up launch
mini challenge
IEE Programming
This weekend we will be hosting a
community night to share our program with
Auckland as a whole.
Special Events
Trip Outline
July 6 -7 (Auckland)

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Students work with our partner companies
on business challenges. Each company
challenge is designed to add unique value to
students.
Company Challenges
While working on the challenges we bring in
entrepreneurs to train students on various
skills. This week we focus on: business law,
business finances
Workshops and Training
Trip Outline
July 8 -10 (Auckland)

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Students work with our partner companies
on business challenges. Each company
challenge is designed to add unique value to
students.
Company Challenges
While working on the challenges we bring in
entrepreneurs to train students on various
skills. This week we focus on: Professional
social media, global business management.
Workshops and Training
Trip Outline
July 11 -12 (Toronto)

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IEE program includes our mini-challenges.
This weekend IEE programming includes:
Finance 101 and Social Media mini challenge.
IEE Programming
This weekend we will be hosting a
community night to share our program with
Toronto as a whole.
Special Events
Trip Outline
July 13 -14 (Toronto)

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Students work with our partner companies
on business challenges. Each company
challenge is designed to add unique value to
students.
Company Challenges
While working on the challenges we bring in
entrepreneurs to train students on various
skills. This week we focus on: marketing,
personal branding, content creation and
thought leadership.
Workshops and Training
Trip Outline
July 15 -19 (Toronto)

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IEE program includes our mini-challenges.
This weekend IEE programming includes: 12
month planning challenge, world impact
challenge.
IEE Programming
On the 21st students spend the day
reflecting on their experiences, setting goals
about what they want to take away from the
program, and say goodbye to one another.
End of Program
Trip Outline
July 20 -21 (Toronto)

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Safety - Our #1 Priority
Why you can trust us to look after what matters to you the most.

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For the 15-17 age group our ratios exceed standards for summer camps.
Plus our staff caliber is higher than a sleepover camp. With 1 teacher
supervising along with our Executive Director you have a higher degree of
professionalism and training of staff compared to a traditional summer
camp. We also make sure students communicate regularly with staff, and
family. Student safety is our number one priority.
1 Staff Per 8 Students - 1 Staff of Each Sex
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Students work in company offices for the majority of the day, and at night
are in the program residence. All locations are located in safe areas of very
safe cities. Students are always supervised in their activities and must be
reachable by cellphone at all times. All staff also undergo mandatory first aid
training, as well as training on working with young people.
Safe Activities, Training, and Constant Communication
Safety our #1 Priority
Who is Supervising and Ensuring Safety?

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Our fees cover the cost of travel medical insurance for all students in case of any
emergency. We also maintain an emergency fund in case students need to be brought
home due to disciplinary concerns or family emergencies. We will always prioritize
student safety and security regardless of cost.
Insurance and Contingency Funds
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All staff have a police background check, Emergency First Aid training, and
professional experience with young people. One male and one female staff member
also ensure student safety. Sexes are not allowed in rooms of the opposite sex
(students and staff). We also have contingency staff in case any participant needs to
be escorted home by a staff member.
Staffing Policies
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New Zealand and Canada are far apart. However students are never more than 36hrs
away in case of an emergency. We also encourage students to call home frequently
during their trip to keep in contact with friends and family. New Zealand and Canada
are also both very similar in their: culture, values, laws and are both extremely safe
countries. Auckland and Toronto both have consulates for Canada and New Zealand
respectively.
Distance
Safety our #1 Priority
Other Safety Related Concerns

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Investing in Your Child
Program Costs, and How an IEE works to make the trip as
accessible as possible to all families.

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Trip Finances
How to Finance the Program*
Students families may be able to pay out of pocket as
little as $1,000. IF money is the only obstacle IEE than
you should still apply, we can find a way.
Personal Sponsorship from Companies or
via IEE’s network of donors, sponsors or
philanthropists.Money from extended family,
holiday and birthday savings
Gofundme and Crowdfunding
Campaigns. Students raise money
using their social networks and
connections. Average was $500
$500
$1,000
$1,000 - $5,000
$1,000 - $4,995
*Based on data collected from student surveys of students
participating in related programs.

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Pay Early (Save 10%)
Pay Early (Save 5%)
Standard Option
Flexible Payments
Payment Options
Trip Costs
Our trip is very competitively priced. Programs of half our
length can cost anywhere from $8,000 - $11,000*. Our total
cost is $7,495, which is priced at roughly 5% above cost.
Everything is included including: flights, accomodation, staff,
food, activites, transportation and more. Please note there is
a $1,000 admin charge for international students.
When we receive your
first payment of at least
$1,000 before Dec 31
and the balance before
Jan 31st receive 10% off
the price.
When we receive your
first payment of $500
before Dec 31 and the
remainder before Feb 28
receive 5% off the price.
Pay just $1,499 a month
for 5 months beginning
on Jan 1, you can switch
to a pay early plan any
time before Feb 28 by
paying the remaining
balance.
Need a more flexible
payment schedule? No
problem. We can arrange
a payment schedule that
fits your needs. Please
note that all fees must be
received prior to the trip
departure date.
https://rusticpathways.com/students/programs/gbr-dive-expedition | https://rusticpathways.com/students/programs/seven-wonders-of-australia * Plus airfare of $2,000. All
Prices CAD

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Email: contact@innovationexchanges.org
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2x1Y1Tk
Contact Info
Have Questions?
If you have questions I am here to assist. If you’re
child is bright, ambitious , talented, and interested
in the program I want them to apply. I’m happy to
answer the questions needed to make you
comfortable with that decision.