Kevin, Josh and Evan

Hey to everyone back home. I can already tell that this is going to be quite an experience! The culture is so much different than our western cultures. Maybe we just take everything for granted. We've already gone to the market, met new people, and even learned how to cook with a nice Vietnamese flare. I think I can speak on behalf of the whole team that this trip is truly inspirational. Although this blog isn't as detailed as you may have hoped for, there is always more to come. A big hug to all those back home and to the friends and families of the team, a very welcome greeting from the other side of the world. Stay classy my friends.

K. Koudys


The drive to Toronto seemed to take no time at all. Everyone was full of excitement, and looking forward to the upcoming days. The first step of our journey was a 15 hour flight to HongKong. I've never flown before so I had no idea what to expect. Thankfully the airplane had so many movies and T.V. shows to pass the time. Even in those cramped seats the time flew by, literally. Vietnam is 11 hours ahead of our time in Canada and it is not easy adjusting. When we landed in Hong Kong, many of us got a hamburger at a hotel restaurant because it would normally be supper time, but it was breakfast time in China. Thankfully we were able to go to bed last night very early (8pm). This helped tremendously with jet lag. The first step out of the Ho Chi Minh city airport was when I realized we were actually here. There was a huge crowd of people outside and the sounds of the city were loud and on going. I can't wait to experience the Vietnamese culture! I know already that this will be an amazing journey.

Josh Durling


Well here we are, finally in Vietnam. After a gruelling 28 hour travel day, it is ever so sweet to finally know were here. Upon arrival we jumped right into action by going out for lunch for our first real Vietnamese meal. Pho, which is basically soup is now my new favourite food. After lunch we left for the market, and to walk around and enjoy Ho Chi Minh city before heading to My Tho. After going to the Canadian Consulate, it was time for a very early night. Just laying in bed before falling asleep, it when it all slowed down and hit me, were really here. There are so many things to look forward to that I can't focus on just one thing. The Culture here is amazing, and everyone that lives here seems to alwasy be happy, which is something our culture could benefit from. After our cooking class today, we headed out to My Tho on the bus and entered an even more real version of reality. The poverty here is much more visible than Ho Chi Minh City, with older and smaller buildings and houses, but still the same overwhelming amount of scooters and mopeds. After a much slower paced day, there was time for us to relax and take in what is around us. As we adjust to the culture around us, it will be easier to understand why we are here. To everyone at home, I miss all of you and I can't wait to share everything that I've been through, and what is still to come.

Evan Elliott