International students may choose to participate in homestay with a local family while enrolled in a Vancouver public school.

• students experience Canadian culture, customs, expectations
• orientation information session
• custodianship available, if requested
• support and supervision by homestay co-ordinator
• airport pickup possible upon request

Host families provide:

• welcoming, friendly environment
• caring host parents
• private bedroom
• study area with window
• three meals a day

How to apply for homestay

1. Complete the application process for the VSB international program and pay tuition and medical insurance fees.
2. Apply to a homestay provider.  Complete the homestay application form as soon as possible, as host family accommodation is limited.
3. A host family placement will be made, according to school location and other preferences as closely as possible.
4. Students will receive a profile of their host family, with contact information.
5. Send the VSB Custodianship Agreement and the Student Information Form to the International Education office at: intered@vsb.bc.ca.
   
   

A list of Vancouver area homestay providers is available upon request from the International Education office.