Homestay
Living with a Canadian family is an excellent way to improve your English and intercultural skills.
We accept only the most respectable, considerate, and dependable families who will treat our students well and help them to learn English and Canadian culture.
Minimum duration required for homestay registration: 4 weeks
Homestay Includes
- A private bedroom
- A desk or table at which to study
- Three meals a day (at least one prepared), 7 days a week
- Free laundry facilities for you to do your own laundry
- Shared common areas (e.g. kitchen, living room)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Student support by a homestay coordinator and the admin team
Fees
Accomodation Fee
English Language Program (ELP) students: $275 per week or $40 per day
* Minors and students who are not taking ELP courses: $320 per week or $50 per day
Placement Fee
A $250 non-refundable fee is charged per placement. If you request a new placement, an additional $250 will be charged.
Additional Storage Fees
A storage fee of between $225 and $250 may apply for periods when students are absent from the homestay between semesters.
Homestay Family Screening Process
Every host family is evaluated using our thorough screening process.
Online Application
Every host family must begin the process by completing an extensive application form.
Phone Interview
Qualified families are interviewed by phone.
Site Visit
Host families must be warm and friendly, with strong English skills. Homes must be clean, accessible by public transportation, and within a reasonable distance to the University.
Ongoing Screening
Host families are continuously evaluated to ensure they continue to be suitable for our program.
They are so nice to me, and I always feel at home. I love them, and the days I spent with them will be my treasure.
Naoya from Japan
Host an International Student
The English Language Program is always looking for warm, friendly families who would like to open their homes to our students.