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House help and catsitting opportunity in downtown Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    I am a mature professional male who enjoy walking, cooking and socializing. I also love spirituality, music and travelling. I m a social worker with many years experience in the areas of wellness and mental health. I am LGBT friendly and I am open to learn from different cultures and religions.

    My small condo is located in downtown Edmonton, and in walking distance to Jasper Avenue, McEwan University, NorQuest College, St Joseph Basilica, restaurants, pubs, grocery stores, Farmers Market, and other city amenities. Public transportation (LRT & EPS) is also in walking distance to my place.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Elderly Companionship
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I am fluent in English and Spanish and you will have time to practice both languages with me. I love cooking and I can teach you how to make corn flower or nopal tortillas, Mexican mole, arroz caldo and others.

    Culturally, you will have the opportunity to attend various multicultural events in Edmonton such as the Taste of Edmonton, K-Days Festival, Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival, the Edmonton Heritage Festival, Freewill Shakespeare Festival, Edmonton Folk Music Festival, and many more!

  • Help

    Help

    I am looking for a responsible person to help me around the house and to take care of my orange tabby cat. Assignment is for at least one month. You must be a non-smoker (social drinker & occassiobal THC user okay), and must love cats :)

    Help include making sure CJ has clean water and dry/wet food on a daily basis. As well, cleaning the litter box every day is required. CJ is 10 years old, chub but healthy and sociable. My place is small and I like to clean it once/twice a week, especially bathroom. Kitchen is cleaned daily.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Your private bedroom includes a single size bed, desk, lamp and chair, and dresser. Fast WIFI included. You will have access to the kitchen, living area, bathroom and laundry room in my condo. Parking is on the street.

    THC/tobacco smoking outdoors only.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are many festivals in Edmonton during the year. Please see link for current events: explore edmonton .
    com

    There are many places to visit in Edmonton during your time off and including Jasper Avenue, St. Joseph Basilica, Edmonton Centre, Churchill Square, Edmonton Public Library, McEwan University, University of Alberta, White Avenue, Fort Edmonton Park, Edmonton ZOO, West Edmonton Mall. Attractions near Edmonton include Elk island Park, Canmore, Drumheller, Calgary, Banff, etc. My condo is in walking distance to public transportation and 5 minutes driving to VIA Rail Canada.

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    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?

    One

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The image depicts a cozy dining room scene, featuring a round wooden table with two people enjoying a meal, surrounded by plates of food, a raclette grill, and festive lights on the wall.
The image shows a group of people gathered around a table, with a large bowl of food in the center. The atmosphere appears to be festive and celebratory, with a sense of community and togetherness.
The image depicts a couple playing dominoes at a round wooden table, surrounded by a cozy living room with a window, shelves, and a couch in the background.
The image depicts a group of people playing a board game, likely a table-top game, with a table and chairs visible in the background. The atmosphere appears to be social and recreational.
The image depicts a man playing backgammon on a wooden table, wearing a striped shirt and cap, with a board game set up in front of him.
The image shows a woman with long dark hair and glasses lying on a bed, holding an orange tabby cat, with a bookshelf in the background.
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The image depicts a woman with dark hair and glasses lying on a bed next to an orange tabby cat, both looking at the camera.
The image shows two women posing with an orange cat in a cozy room, surrounded by books and artwork, with a bookshelf and white walls in the background.
The image depicts a man sitting at a table with a Christmas tree, wine glasses, and a plate of cheese, surrounded by festive decorations and a warm atmosphere.
The image depicts a man sitting on a bench next to a large, blue dinosaur statue wearing a yellow dress and pink accessories, in an urban setting.
A man in an orange shirt is holding a cake on a plate over a stove with a purple burner, likely preparing to cook or serve it.
The image depicts a man standing in a kitchen, holding a round cake on a plate, wearing an orange shirt with a logo, and standing in front of a stove and cabinets.
The image depicts a vibrant scene with a table adorned with various items, including a white cloth, a bowl of food, and a plate, set against a backdrop of a table and chairs.

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