Suitable accommodation is fundamental to your comfort and success. It will be where you spend your time, make your home, do your studies or perhaps even meet your friends. Where you live can really affect your overall experience, soaking time to research what is available to you is highly advised. Sorting out your accommodation should be a main priority once receiving your offer letter. A lot of institutions will recommend residence on their property for the first year of study. You should make use of the accommodation advisor at your chosen institution, as they will be able to tell you about everything available to you and help you work out what is best for you. Hopefully, reading the following outlines,you will be given a good idea of where you would be better suited and in turn ensure happier stay.

HALLS OF RESIDENCE

These are generally very popular with international students however, these rooms can go quickly and it is advisable that you would apply for accommodations soon as you can. Halls of residence offer you the comfort safety of living near your classes. Most are large buildings that are divided single rooms in single-gender or co-everliving environments. Some institutions will also offer rooms for two people sharing,you will also find communal study areas,kitchens and bathrooms; this will differ from each institution, some even offering en-suite rooms. As the costs fluctuates vastly form city to city, contacting your chosen institution will give you a clearer insight, as well as offering guidance.

STUDENT HOUSING

Some students prefer housing off campus but still usually within easy reach of institution either by foot or a short bus ride. There are many options for affordable and convenient housing near your campus;however this can vary so it is best to sees couple of properties to see what your money can stretch to. This is often very popular with students but, you must bear in mind that housing arrangements are your responsibility and must be made directly between you and the landlord.

Studio/One Bed Apartment:

• approx. $400 - $700/month

Two Bed Apartment:

• approx. $650 - $900/month

Three Bed and Above:

• starting from $800 a month(all excluding bills) – Prices will vary greatly from province to province, there are a few links below that will help you with your search.

www.homes4students.ca

www.ontariostudentrentals.ca

www.banzza.com

www.studenthousing.ca/rentals

HOME STAY ACCOMMODATION

Should you decide on this option, you will come to know first hand the culture and the customs of locals.

You will have your own private room and most home stay swill arrange a meal plan for you, generally breakfast, lunch and dinner.

www.studyvec.com/homestaysvancouver

Roughly $800 per month or $28 per day. There is more often than not a placement fee that will be taken from the company arranging the home stay.

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