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Come and help out at our mountain resort in the Central Okanagan, BC, Canada

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    We have a private Lodge at the Lake in the Central Okanagan, BC, Canada. Daniela and I with our 2 children Jeremy (22 years) and Siena (12 years).
    The Resort contains 23 cabins, 65 campsites, rental boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards ect. The resort is family oriented with a playground and lots of other things to do for children and families. We own the resort since 19 years, immigrated from Switzerland 20 years ago.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are always looking forward meeting people from other parts of the world to exchange experiences and learn about different cultures and traditions. You can experience the Canadian wilderness in a beautiful setting up in the hills around our resort.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for a power couple for a minimum period of 4 weeks, from May to mid October that could work in housekeeping (one of the main tasks up here), take care of boat fleet and giving customers instructions how to use the boats, maintain the boat fleet, basic resort maintenance, cutting lawn, trimming grass, raking campsites ect.
    We will pay 17.00 per hour. (applicants should have a drivers licence)

  • Languages spoken

    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Accommodation would be in a tiny home that we built 3 years ago, with shower, toilet, kitchen, view on the lake and a private fire pit

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    All the Rental boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boats can be used by the volunteers when available. lots of hiking, biking, fishing on and around the Lake.
    Enjoying a campfire and just have a great time outdoors.

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    A little more information

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    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • 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 depicts a group of people gathered around a table, engaged in a meeting or discussion, with some individuals standing and others seated, conveying a sense of collaboration and communication.
The image shows a person working on a project, likely building or repairing something, with various tools and materials scattered around them. The scene is set in a workshop or garage.
The image depicts a group of seven people standing outside a building, posing for a photo, with one person holding a bucket. The building has a porch and a sign that reads \"ICE CREAM\".
The image shows a kitchen scene with a table and chairs, featuring a person standing behind the table, surrounded by various items such as a bowl, a plate, and a book.
The image shows a person riding a lawn mower, with a large grassy area in the background and a tree line visible in the distance. The overall atmosphere is one of a sunny day.
The image shows two men standing side by side in a restaurant, posing for a photo, with a table and chairs in the background.
The image depicts a family of four posing in a field of tall, golden grass, with a serene body of water in the background.
The image shows three people sitting together, laughing, in front of a wall with a large white sign and various tubes and wires.
The image depicts a group of five people seated around a bar, engaged in conversation and enjoying drinks. The atmosphere appears to be relaxed and social.
The image depicts a group of people seated in a restaurant, with a man in the foreground wearing a Vancouver Canucks jersey and a baseball cap.

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