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Description
We are a family of 4 living in Chilliwack, BC, Canada located just 1 hour away from Vancouver. Hi, I'm Host Dad, James. I have 3 kids: London (13), Hunter (7) & Indiana (6). I am self employed and work from home, which keeps me quite busy and runnning around constantly. We love to do things as a family and spend as much time together as possible. We enjoy having friends over for dinners, cooking, camping in the summer, playing at the river, video games, board games, going for walks and much much more! Our home is very central by a river and lots of hiking trails. There is also a bus stop right across the street so traveling around on your free time is easy!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will benefit by experiencing what it is like to be a part of a Canadian family and live in a smaller country town, experiencing outdoor activities, trails, as well as beautiful scenery. Also, being close to Vancouver, Whistler, and many other amazing local areas, any who who stays with us will have endless experiences/activities to be had.
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Help
I operate 3 business' so my schedule can be quite busy at times, I have my children half of the time and am just outnumbered, haha! Just need an extra set of hands to help with chores around the house, tiding up, laundry, having fun with kids if I have to be away for work and being part of the family. Kids are with us 5 days one week and 2 days the following.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
The room is on the first floor set back giving privacy. Furnished hideaway bed for more space and a big 85inch screen tv, we wanted to make it as comfortable and private as possible while still having you as part of the family. My room and the kids rooms are located on the third floor along with the laundry and shower/bath, there is a half bathroom on 2nd floor. We have unlimited high speed internet. As for food, most dinners will be made by me as I love to cook, we eat everything and have no restrictions for diet. I bake sourdough regularly and have for years. A cell phone can be provided and we have an extra vehicle.
What else ...
We live right beside a bus stop and very close to, trails, rivers, restaurants, and grocery stores. We enjoy hosting smaller events, sitting on the patio overlooking the mountain views, watching movies and spending quality time together as a family. It would be our pleasure to include someone else in these experiences and do some local travel to Whistler or Kelowna from time to time on long weekends or holidays.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
24-25 hours per week
Feedback (7)
I will always remember the wonderful moments with pleasure. Lots of love Chiara :)
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I will always remember the wonderful moments with pleasure. Lots of love Chiara :)
They are all sooo great! Hunter loves to meet new people and will warm up to you right away getting excited to show you all his toys and will love you dearly very quickly.
London is way more mature than her 10 years and loves to show you all of her Roblox characters (will never get that… read more
She is a one of the brightest, most understanding and genuine humans I have met. She has maturity way beyond her years...always willing to learn and help where needed. She worked hard to bond with our children, creating a relationship with them that won't be… read more
Throughout my time with them I feel like I… read more
Our children still… read more
From the first day, they considered me as a family member! They did everything to be comfortable in their home!!
Kaila and James invited me every time when they going out (with friends, family...).
They have 3 beautiful kids and a lovely dog!!
I’m sad to leave this pretty family!!!… read more
