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Community concept project by the water in Entrelacs, Quebec, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello everyone, we are a bilingual (French and English) family (me Marco, my spouse Rebecca and our small daughter Dina).

    I, Marco, use to own a vintage furniture shop in the Mile-End in Montreal. It got closed down by the owner of the building 3 years ago, so I moved all of my stuff to a new location to start a community project by the water in the country. I would like to developp a non profit organisation wich involves vintage furniture, vintage music studio with small webcasted concerts (tiny desk style) and maybe a café.

    My spouse, Rebecca, loves cooking and will feed us very well. She’s also the one who’s good at keeping us on track.

    We have hosted about 30 volunteers in the past and we love meeting new people, different cultures, keeping busy and exchanging on various topics.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Creative DIY projects
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Culture
    Charity work
    Photography
    Music
    Drawing & painting
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Art & design
    Winter sports
    Water sports
    Beach
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    If you come to our cottage, you will be surounded with trees. The studio space is by a big river. There is also a river and a lake right next to our cottage (2 minute walk). You’ll be able to learn about quebec’s culture and eat traditionnal quebecois meals. We can also teach you french or english. And I think we are a great stepping stone to Montreal because we have lots of connections. If you’re musicaly inclined, there’s many vintage instruments to play.

    We are hosting primarily to encourage cultural exchange and meaningful learning experiences. Sharing our home with visitors is an opportunity for us to discover new perspectives, traditions, and ways of thinking from around the world.

    We enjoy having breakfast, lunch, and dinner together over home-cooked meals. These moments are important to us, as they allow for open conversations, cultural exchange, and the sharing of ideas. We would be happy to help you practice French or English, and we are always interested in learning about your language, culture, and experiences in return.

    We appreciate thoughtful discussions about society, politics, personal challenges, and life goals. We value respectful conversations, even on complex or polarized subjects, and we enjoy supporting and encouraging others in their projects and ambitions.

    During your stay, we hope to interact regularly—sharing meals, conversations, and activities—while also respecting everyone’s need for personal space. You can enjoy long walks on renowned trails, bike rides, swimming in the river or lake, reading, watching movies, or simply experiencing the peace and quiet of nature and wildlife around us.

    Through hosting, we hope to broaden our understanding of different cultures, improve our intercultural communication, and build lasting connections based on mutual learning and respect.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    community project:
    We are currently looking for a couple or two friends who will help us setting up the scenery and finishing up the light diy projects. Also, our daughter will not go to daycamp this summer, so someone who is good with kids would be nice. If you're alone or don't think you have the skills but are interested in our organisation concept, please contact us and we will try our best to welcome you into our journey.

    I’m looking for help for the whole summer season (from May to October) to help me sort thru my things, post online, help me finish building an extension, plug in my audio gear and make this new space the best it can be with the ressources we have.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Our schedule is very flexible, if you want to take off for a small trip between 2 stays, just let us know a week in advance. We will provide for all the food you need as long as your present when home cooked food is served. For your place to sleep, we have different kind of accomodations. We have one private room for 2 people in our cottage that is furnished with a double size bed/sofa, a fireplace and a TV and we have a bedroom on the second floor by the water. We also have a private little shak with a wood stove that can accomodate one person. On your time of, we can provide a car (with extra) or bikes for your outings.

  • 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

    Yes.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    I have a driveway for your van.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Since I'm allergic to cats, no cats allowed but a well behaved dog would be ok :)

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image shows a young girl in firefighter gear, wearing a red helmet and holding a fire jacket, standing in front of a fire station\'s equipment storage area.
The image features a woman with long brown hair wearing a gray sweatshirt with a Virginia-themed design, standing in front of a blurred background of plants and flowers.
A man stands in the snow, holding an enormous icicle above his head with one hand, wearing a dark jacket and pants.
The image depicts a rustic house with a wooden exterior and a steeple, situated on a lush green lawn, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence with a \"Molson Canada\" sign.
The image depicts a white church with a steeple, chimney, and blue doors, situated on a street corner with a road, trees, and a blue sky with clouds.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with a forested shoreline, featuring tall grasses in the foreground and a calm, reflective body of water under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with a dock, surrounded by trees and bushes, set against a blue sky with white clouds on a sunny day.
The image depicts a one-story building with a red roof, white walls, and a grassy yard, featuring a concrete slab and a tree in the background on a sunny day.
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The image depicts a cozy room with wood paneling, featuring a desk, chairs, and a window offering a serene view of a lake and trees on a sunny day.
The image depicts a cluttered room with various items, including desks, a record player, and artwork on the walls, in a dimly lit atmosphere.
The image depicts a cluttered room with various pieces of furniture and artwork on the walls, featuring a mix of wooden and metal items.
The image depicts a room with white walls, featuring a chandelier, a statue of the Virgin Mary, and various pieces of furniture, including a dresser and a cabinet.
The image depicts a cluttered room with various items, including furniture, artwork, and appliances, arranged haphazardly on the floor and against walls.

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