Homestay Program

Canadian International Studies Ltd.

Newfoundland & Labrador

Students will be immersed in the English Language, supported by approved and accredited English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. They will be part of a secure and easy going way of life in a physical setting free from pollution, violence and noise. The experience will be further enhanced through our Homestay Program in which students live with a Newfoundland family who will provide a safe, caring and supportive home. The best way to learn English and Canadian culture is by being a member of a Canadian family. This is why students are placed with host families in the community instead of living on their own.

All host families are carefully chosen and screened prior to their participation in the homestay program. The host family also undergoes a criminal check and a child abuse registry check.

Students will have their own bedroom with a desk, lamp, bed and linens provided. They will receive 3 meals per day with some snacks. Host families treat students as though they are a regular family member. Students will have the same responsibilities as every other member of the family. This includes contributing to the completion of household chores and respecting the rules of the host family.

Host families participate in the program because they want to meet someone from another country. They welcome the student into their home as though he/she were their own child. The family will be anxious to show the student the sights and introduce you to their family and friends.

For more information, please review our host family handbook: Host Family Handbook