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Homestay

The Gulf Islands International Program is a homestay program and recognizes that a good homestay is essential to a sense of security and belonging. Our program is only as a good as its homestays. International students need to feel happy in their homestays so that they can thrive in their studies.

You are part of a Canadian Family.

Homestay accommodation means a student will live with a Canadian family and will be treated just as if they were a family member. A host family is there to support a student’s adjustment to the Canadian way of life. The homestay is a place of comfort.

Homestay in the Gulf Islands
At home in the Gulf Islands
Homestay in the Gulf Islands
Friends meet at a Gulf Islands Homestay

The Homestay Setting

All homestay accommodation hosts meet high standards for safety and comfort including at least the following:

  • A bed with clean linen
  • Private storage for a student’s belongings (chest of drawers or a closet)
  • Access to a bathroom with clean towels (typically bathrooms are shared among members of the host family)
  • Full meal plans (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Homestay in the Gulf Islands
A home away from home

Medical Insurance

All international students are required to have medical insurance while studying in Canada. The Gulf Islands International Education Program provides a combination of interim medical insurance from a private company (Guard Me) and the British Columbia Medical Services Plan for our students.

Important homestay and medical insurance links:

Province of BC Homestay Guidelines
Medical Services Plan Benefits
Guard Me Benefits

Homestay in the Gulf Islands
Having friends over for the day or even the night is fun

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