WHAT WILL YOU DISCOVER?
The Program
Biluim Israel is the final phase in your journey with Canadian Young Judaea. The cherry on top as we call it. For over 50 years the program has provided a unique summer experience for seventeen year-olds, combining leadership development, seminars, nature hiking and touring.
Named after the “Biluim” who settled Israel in the 1880’s, our “Biluimniks” explore varied Israeli lifestyles and at the same time discover their Jewish identity through immersive programming, volunteerism, and self-exploration. The chanichim also get to experience all that makes a CYJ camp special while moving throughout the incredible landscape and geography that is the State of Israel.
General Program
Discover the program that will take you from the very top of Israel, down to the dessert south. Explore what makes our program unique, the highlights of the trip, and get a taste of your summer in Israel.
Volunteer opportunities
As a pillar of Canadian Young Judaea, Tikkun Olam is a main feature of our trip in Israel. We take our Chanichim (campers) to experience aspects of Israeli society that are in need of help, and we dive into them head first. Click through to see some of the organizations and topics we tackle.
Poland Heritage Tour
Have the opportunity to immerse yourself fully in Holocaust education. Biluim Israel takes immense pride in our tour to Poland and we know that we can offer you a chance to engage with our shared history like no other.
What are you waiting for?
Take the first step to apply for the best summer that you could ask for. Click for more information on how we select particpants and what we will need from you!
Meet your Director and Staff
Meet the dedicated staff team that makes our trip so special. Many of our staff were once participants in the Biluim Israel Program or have other experience within Canadian Young Judaea.
The trip of a lifetime.
“Biluim Israel for me was by far one of the best summers I've ever had, and goes down as such a unique and wonderful experience that I wish upon anyone and everyone."
Naomi Cohn | Biluim Israel 2017