Looking for a unique cultural experience for your family? Host an international high school student this September school year!

Student exchange organization, YES Canada, in partnership with Renfrew County District School Board, is welcoming international students from Germany, China, Japan, Italy, Australia, France and Belgium to study at local high schools this September for  2-,3-, 5-, and 10- month programs. Students take part in an exchange to learn about our culture, language, and to build lifelong relationships with their host family and peers. The host family is a key part to providing students with an enriching cultural and language experience. 

Why host?

✈️ Introduce your family to new cultures and build your global perspective.

🗺️ Turn the everyday into something new & rediscover your community by sharing your world with your student.

🇨🇦 Help a student have an enriching and once in a lifetime experience in Canada.

🌎 Create a lifelong friendship that spans the globe.

What is involved? We ask host families to:

• Welcome the student into your home as a member of your family and have the student participate in your family’s daily lifestyle.

• Provide 3 meals a day, a private bedroom, and an area to study.

• Provide a safe nurturing environment.

• Be welcoming, open-minded and supportive of your student.

What support is there for host families?

• A monthly stipend is provided to offset the cost of hosting.

• A dedicated local coordinator in community for host families and students.

• YES Canada’s main office Program Coordinators provide additional support

• A 24/7 Emergency phone line is available for host families and students

How do you sign up?

Contact YES Canada to begin the application process!

Email: [email protected]  

Phone / Text: 705-641-0621

Visit our website: https://youthedservices.ca/host-a-student/