This summer, we’re heading north to serve with NorthWind Family Ministries in Thunder Bay, Ontario! Students in Grades 8-12 are invited to be part of a life-changing missions experience that combines service, community, and spiritual growth.
Throughout the week, our team will partner with NorthWind to support their local outreach programs, participate in hands-on service projects, and connect with the community through practical ministry. Students will have the opportunity to step outside their comfort zones, strengthen their faith, and discover how God can use them to make a lasting difference.
In addition to serving, the trip will include team devotionals, worship, and opportunities to explore what it means to live on mission, both in Thunder Bay and at home.
If you’re ready to grow, serve, and see God move in new ways, this trip is for you!
July 5-11, 2026
Estimated Cost: $1,550
Application Deadline: February 25
Team Leader: Hana El Zohiry
Open to students in Grades 8-12
Submit an application today by clicking the SIGN UP button and the team leader will be in touch will you to continue the application process.
All successful candidates are required to complete a PTP Training, as well as a VSS screening and must be currently serving in a ministry at Portico.
Join one of our teams of volunteers who will be partnering with ERDO (Emergency Development Oversees) to help install water filtration systems in local homes, schools and other facilities.
One of the challenges in Honduras is access to clean water. The team will also be working with Global Workers on the ground to assist with other community-related humanitarian and educational programs.
July 18-25, 2026
Estimated Cost: $3,000
Application Deadline: March 20
Team Leader: Natalie Beukema
Open to adults (18+)
Submit an application today by clicking the SIGN UP button and the team leader will be in touch will you to continue the application process.
All successful candidates are required to complete a PTP Training, as well as a VSS screening and must be currently serving in a ministry at Portico.
This summer, the young adults are heading back to Montreal to serve with the Red Frogs ministry to provide a positive peer presence in alcohol-fuelled environments where young people gather. They will work to educate young people on safe partying behaviours and promote alcohol-free activities that engage young people in these environments.
If you’re ready to grow, serve, and see God move in new ways, this trip is for you!
August 25-31, 2026
Estimated Cost: $1,200
Application Deadline: May 1
Team Leader: Benjamin Walker
Open to Young Adults (18-35)
Submit an application today by clicking the SIGN UP button and the team leader will be in touch will you to continue the application process.
All successful candidates are required to complete a PTP Training, as well as a VSS screening and must be currently serving in a ministry at Portico.
Start the application process today!
All applicants must be currently serving as a Ministry Partner at PORTICO Community Church, or associated community programs.
Plan To Protect Training is required for all approved STM team members.
Testimonies from last year’s Short Term Missions participants…
“How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” ”
Got Questions?
Email us at: kingdombuilders@porticocanada.ca