The SD62 Homestay application takes about 15-30 minutes to complete.  Please make sure you fill in all required fields. 

 

What we require of Homestay Parents

We are committed to doing everything possible to ensure a positive homestay experience for each visiting student and for each homestay.  To this end, we require, during the application process, that:

• As a part of the application process, each adult member of a homestay family submit a criminal record check for volunteer/employment with vulnerable sector,
• that at least one adult member of a homestay family attend an orientation program each year,
• all family members be present during the homestay coordinator's inspection of the home and be in agreement regarding the family commitment to host an international student.

Homestay settings must offer students:

• a clean, safe and well organized living environment
• a private bedroom (with a window), which includes a comfortable bed, study table, dresser, closet and lamp,
• Wifi access

Homestay parents must offer students:

• three substantial meals a day and nutritious snacks,
• help with reasonable transportation requests, if required,
• Airport or ferry pick up upon arrival and drop off at departure,
• opportunities to participate in family activities,
• support for student interest in cultural, athletic and community activities,
• the guidance and support reasonable to expect of adults who are assuming responsibility for the care of a young person who is far from their own family.

.If you have any questions,  please email - homestay@sd62.bc.ca