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Join a home in transition on Vancouver Island, Canada

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hey all! Im a 38 year old living on vancouver island with his pup, Karen. Currently in transition stage in life as I prepare my house for sale and transition into a new period of life, yet still unclear of what that is looking likethroigh this summer.. I love to cook, build things and adventure...even more so with other people who are passionate about the same thing.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I feel I bring a good representation of the canadian culture and knowledge of the area. Happy to share hiking and adventure spots. Looking forward to show what day to day life looks like to those outside of canada.

  • Help

    Help

    Help im looking for from travellers is really a wide variety of skills and nothing specific. Youre welcome to choose what feels good for you. If youd like to take on cooking, cleaning, gardening, building. I welcome and excited to both teach and learn from others. Generally speaking, im open to what you have to offer.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will be sharing the house with me and my pup. You will have your own private room and we will share the bathroom, kitchen, and living space. The house is close to all kinds of trails and a short walk to the ocean.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Nanaimo has lots of parks in around the city to check out. There is public transportation however the schedules can be frustrating at times. I do have a vehicle and, if available, can drive you to where you wish to go.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Karen (5 years)

    A gentle and affectionate poodle. Kind of jump at first meet but will settle down with reinforcement.

Host ref number: 117762621493

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A man stands by a window holding a large, curly-haired dog in his arms. Both appear happy, enjoying the bright outdoor view together.
The image shows a group of people posing for a photo, with a beach and ocean in the background. The group is dressed in casual clothing and appears to be on vacation.
The image depicts a man standing on a rock in a river, wearing a striped tank top, green shorts, and a hat, with trees and rocks in the background.
The image shows a group of people posing for a photo, with a mix of men and women, and a diverse range of ages and ethnicities, conveying a sense of unity and inclusivity.
The image depicts a man with curly hair and a hat, standing in front of a serene lake, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

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