Jessica Lockhart

Jessica Lockhart

Contributing Editor

Although Jessica has travelled to more than 30 countries, her favorite place to throw down her bag is still her hometown of Cold Lake, Alberta. A freelance journalist, Jess has worked for international development organizations and tour operators. She’s conducted workshops in Vanuatu, perfected the use of a satellite phone in the jungles of Guyana and supervised teenage pool parties in the Dominican Republic. Although she's based in Toronto, Jess works remotely from all around the world.

Hosting international volunteers requires a considerable amount of time and resources. But does that mean you have to pay to volunteer abroad?
I'm a Canadian working abroad in New Zealand. Here's how a global pandemic altered my life overnight.
A pre-existing medical condition need not stop your travels. Here's what you need to know.
A round-up of our favourite blog posts over the past couple of months: How work abroad allows you to create a new reality. 
Cold, unfriendly and unforgiving? Think again. Three myths about the northern region that need to be debunked now. 
What happens if you meet your untimely end while abroad? Here’s what you need to know.
This month, for the seventh year running, the Go Global Expo returns to Toronto and Montréal. 
For young women in many other cultures, Aunt Flo's arrival brings fear and shame. These organizations are working to change that.
Risk managers' common-sense tips for making your time abroad as safe as possible.
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