If you are going to study or work in Toronto, Canada, we can say you will have a wonderful experience with learning English and meeting new people. Being away from home and going to live in another country can be a scary though, but Homestay is one option, which would help you to coop with this in a better way. Living with a Canadian family during your stay in Toronto can be a great way to start your life there and immerse into the real country’s culture. You will form relationships with the people you live, which can last a lifetime. You are given the feeling of being part of a real family.
Here are some general advantages for Homestay:
- From the first day you arrive in the new country, you will not feel alone and be taken care of by locals.
- You can experience the local culture and daily life.
- It is a great way to improve your English, because at home you will need to speak English all the time as well.
- You have home cooked meals.
- You have connections with locals from day one.
Of course, you do need to look for a family, which you will think suits you the most. Here are some tips and requirements, which will make your decision of where and which family to pick easier.
- Friendly and nice homestay parents
- Good fresh meals
- Clean and safe home
- Bus stops or subway close to homestay location
- Amenities like shopping, supermarket, restaurants, need to be close or easy to get to from the homestay location
- School is nearby and easy to travel to from the homestay location.
※ What is Homestay?
A Homestay is a safe and convenient place for an international student or traveler to live in while studying or working abroad.The student lives with a host family and experiences a new culture and language as a member of a local family.
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