Classic Canadian Homestay is a Burnaby Homestay Agency. Burnaby has become one of the most sought after locations for international students seeking homestay families in the Metro Vancouver Vancouver region. If your family home is located in Burnaby and you are thinking of hosting short-term international students Classic Canadian Homestay can answer any questions you may have, provide all the necessary forms and information and ultimately help make the perfect student placement for you and your family.
Classic Canadian Homestay is a family owned and operated business based in North Vancouver. We have been placing international students throughout Metro Vancouver since 2001.
We are always seeking caring and interactive host families in Burnaby for short-term student groups year round. Most students are high-school age and here for periods lasting a few days or a few weeks.
Our students originate primarily from Japan. They range in age from 12-21, depending on the group or school that they travel with. Many students end up making life-long relationships with their host families. International student placements are also a great way to expose your own children to other cultures.
Burnaby Homestay Information
If your family would like more information on hosting international students in the Burnaby region please feel free to contact us at your convenience. We are always happy to discuss possible homestay arrangements. We look forward to your call.
International Student Placements in Burnaby
Burnaby BC is one of the most desirable locations for international students looking for homestay families. Burnaby is a predominantly residential region with many high quality and suitable housing options for foreign students. Burnaby is the third largest city in BC by population. Burnaby is in close proximity to all that Metro Vancouver has to offer its international visitors. It is situated in the geographical centre of Metro Vancouver, located east of Vancouver and situated between Port Moody, Coquitlam and New Westminster.
Burnaby has many access points to public transportation including buses and many SkyTrain stations. Its central location makes it ideal for students to be able to travel quickly to tourist attractions, downtown Vancouver and schools.
Burnaby School District
Burnaby is home to School District 44 that contains many secondary schools: Alpha, Burnaby Central, Burnaby Mountain, Burnaby North, Burnaby South, Byrne Creek, Cariboo Hill, Maples, Moscrop and Willingdon.
45 Primary and Elementary Schools as well as private schools and major adult education facilities with The British Columbia Institute of Technology and Simon Fraser University.
Burnaby Entertainment and Attractions
Burnaby is a city blessed with natural beauty. It is a perfect spot for hiking, walking trails, biking, camping and water sports. Burnaby has many of the city’s finest parks and waterways including: Central Park, Robert Burnaby Park, Kensington Park, Burnaby Mountain, Still Creek, the Brunette River, Burnaby Lake, Deer Lake, and Squint Lake.
Shopping is another attractive feature that makes Burnaby a desirable destination for international students and their travel groups. Burnaby is home to several of Vancouver’s best shopping malls and commercial districts including: Metropolis at Metrotown, Crystal Mall, Lougheed Mall, Brentwood Mall and the Heights Commercial District. Shopping in downtown Vancouver is a short trip away.
Burnaby also features several art, heritage and performance venues. Students can explore or visit an exhibit at the Burnaby Art Gallery. Live plays and performances can be seen at the Shadbolt Centre. The Burnaby Village Museum allows visitors to step back in time and see how the region has developed. Arts program can be taken at Bonsor Complex.
You can learn more about Burnaby at their official Burnaby City Website.