Give us a hand around our family home in Nanaimo, Canada

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    Our little family has room for a female looking to explore Nanaimo and the beautiful surrounding areas of Vancouver Island this summer.

    We are located in Central Nanaimo with easy access to:• Departure Bay Ferry• Gabriola Island Ferry• Newcastle Island• Beaches, lakes, hiking and biking trails• Vancouver Island University• Day trips to Victoria, Tofino and beyond

    Nanaimo offers an amazing balance of ocean, forest and city life. Whether you enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, swimming, photography, farmers markets, live music, or simply relaxing by the water, there’s always something to explore nearby.

    We live in a welcoming and relaxed home environment and are hoping to find someone kind, responsible and easygoing who enjoys spending time with children and becoming part of day-to-day family life for the month.

    We also share our home with one quiet cat named Amara who mostly keeps to herself. 🐈

    At this time, we are looking for a nanny/helper from June 1st – July 1st.

    What we can offer:• A comfortable place to stay in a central location• Time to explore Vancouver Island during off-hours• Access to beaches, trails and island adventures• A relaxed family atmosphere• Opportunity to experience authentic West Coast island living

    We would love to hear from you if you are:• Responsible and dependable• Good with children• Interested in travel and outdoor adventure• Looking for a meaningful cultural exchange and summer experience

    Feel free to message with a little about yourself, your experience, and what interests you about coming to Vancouver Island!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Music
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Hiking
    Dancing
    Cycling
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Contribute to conversational English
    A comfortable and safe space to explore the opportunity of living abroad.

  • Au pair

    Au Pair Help

    This host is looking for Au pair help.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for someone to help with childcare, general upkeep of indoor deep cleaning and outdoor yard maintenance and gardening.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Furnished room with Queen size bed. Shared living space/washroom. On major bus route.

    Food available to make breakfast/lunch. Any dietary specifications will be the responsibility of the traveler. (Meaning dairy/gluten alternatives ect...)

    Dinner provided.

  • 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

    Access to High Speed Internet

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Amara

Host ref number: 226487141472

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