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Are you looking to experience some of Canada's most stunning nature, living on an acreage with a wonderful family?
We are excited to host a single person or couple on our acreage on the Sunshine Coast, BC, Canada.
Just an 1.5 hour commute to downtown Vancouver, we are surrounded by beautiful hiking and mountain bike trails, beautiful beaches, where you can use our family's kayak and paddleboards! We also just live a 5 minute walk away from our local cidery which offers home brewed apple cider, kombucha and a whole menu of eats and treats!
We are a family of 4, Shannen, Jesse, Cillian (5) and Haydn (2).
We are looking for:
- General yard clean up, gardening and labour
- Babysitting in summer months (July, August)
- Cooking beautiful meals (we are mostly plant-based)
- Organizing, and basic help around the house
* Construction and handyman skills would be a huge asset!
To let you know a little about us:
- Shannen is an international development professional and runs a non-profit in Ghana, West Africa that focuses on empowering young female leaders. She speaks English, French and Spanish. She loves learning about new cultures, connecting with people from all kind of backgrounds, cultures and ages. She loves positive energy in the home, good food and music. She is passionate about social and environmental justice and deeply passionate about climate change and protecting biodiversity.
- Jesse is a passionate about design and minimalism. He loves to cook, rock climb, and surf. He is a generalist with a ton of practical skills, but unfortunately his functionality is currently constrained due to health challenges. He is interested in politics, psychology, photography and is an avid reader. He worked and lived with Shannen in Ghana for years, and has also loves traveling and meeting people from different places.
- Cillian (5) and Haydn (3) are best friends and love spending their time reading, playing at the beach, and discovering insects and animals.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are happy to share our culture and have family dinners where we tell stories, laugh and share together. Jesse can share his design and building knowledge. Shannen can share her stories about her work in Ghana. We are happy to engage in a language exchange as well!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for some help with any or all of the following:
- Landscaping, gardening and planting
- Painting and staining furniture
- Basic handy work
- Meal prep and cooking
- Looking after our 2 wonderful boys
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
We have a few private rooms, one with an en-suite toilet.
What else ...
We are just 1.5 hours outside of Vancouver. We live in one of the most beautiful places if you love the outdoors and nature :)
We have access to kayaks and paddle boards you can use at your leisure. We have some of the most beautiful beaches in all of Canada!
We live next door to a cidery which is a great community space, has live music, home brewed cidery, and great food.
We are 10 minutes from a bus stop but we also have 2 cars and can assist with drop offs, etc. We have a scooter (no motorcycle license needed) you could also use to get around.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have high speed internet to be enjoyed, and flexible work hours to suit your schedule.
Space for parking camper vans
We have a lot of space so parking vehicles is no problem.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week (paid if more)
Feedback (1)
Although we stayed for only 10 days, we had a wonderful and close time with them.
We worked outside on the property, but also cooked and had dinner together it was very nice and the two boys are very lovely and funny!
After work we had a lot of possibilities for our freetime. You can… read more
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Although we stayed for only 10 days, we had a wonderful and close time with them.
We worked outside on the property, but also cooked and had dinner together it was very nice and the two boys are very lovely and funny!
After work we had a lot of possibilities for our freetime. You can… read more
