Experience island-life in the Bay of Fundy, Canada

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  Description

  Hey there, my name is Jennifer. We live on a island in the middle of the bay of Fundy, in New Brunswick, Canada it is a popular tourist destination with rich culture and deep history. Look us up, you'll be intrigued.
  
  We manage a few short term rental properties and have a thriving lawn care business. We are always working on projects to better our home and accommodation business. The Lawn Care is pretty straight forward, and can be demanding at times. But we enjoy the summer sunny days outside and appreciate every property as if it were our own.
  
  Because we are so busy especially in the summer, we also need help in our garden, watering, tending, pulling weeds etc. Having three young children keeps us fairly busy too! We would also require a nanny/housekeeper for our home.
  If you were a travelling couple with an interest in the well being of children and are good housekeeper we would consider the extra set of hands a huge asset.
  
  - You may be interested in applying just for the nanny/housekeeper position. It would be amazing to have you stay with us for a longer period of time. This would require you to watch the children, help with homeschool, cook meals, do laundry and help keep our home tidy. Please apply specifically for that, if it appeals to you.
  
  Our main business is providing lawn care services for a variety of clients and businesses, most every property has sprawling ocean views, Its so beautiful here.
  We seek a motivated individual with an eye for detail. We take pride in our finished product and our clients are very happy with our services. We would aim to hire someone with a likeness to the traits just mentioned.
  
  We look forward to hearing from you!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Living and experiencing life on Grand Manan is really extraordinary. We live in Seal Cove, the most populated and picturesque village on the island. We also have the best beach! It’s pure sand as far at the eye can see. Our home is 2 mins away and at night, when all is calm, you can hear the waves crashing, its truly breath taking.
  If you enjoy nature, this is the place for you. We have an extensive trail system, that runs almost the whole perimeter of the island. We host over 750 birds at many of our bird sanctuaries, we have excellent museums and art galleries. On summer nights, at Arthur's bench, you can watch the whales play in the rip tide while watching the sunset, while drinking wine, tea, beer or any preferred beverage, its really something to experience.
  We are a loving family and want to teach you English should you want or need to learn. We are very outgoing and are always working on some sort of project. I am sure you will learn lots.

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

  Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.

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  Help

  **WORKAWAYERS NEEDED: May 1st - October 15th** and beyond!
  Lawn Care - May - October - Pay is dependant on experience. Ranges from ($13.00/hr - $18.00/hr)
  Housekeeping for Short Term Rentals - Pay is dependant on experience and thoroughness. Ranges from ($25.00-$45.00/ clean)
  
  We are looking for:
  A detail oriented person to mow lawns and trim around buildings and trees. This job is sometimes demanding and can be long hours working in the sun, we are always thankful to live on the ocean to experience the breezes. It makes the job quite rewarding. We only work Monday - Friday and our day is usually done by 4pm allowing you loads of time to explore the island.
  
  Also Looking for:
  Someone who will enjoy spending time with our children, making meals, doing laundry and helping to keep our home tidy.
  If you have building skills, can help with the garden, are into organizing, cleaning, painting, we appreciate you. We hope you'll roll up your sleeves and volunteer working alongside us with our many projects!
  
  Please apply if you enjoy the simple things in life, enjoy nature, hiking, natural beauty and want to experience “island life” in the Bay of Fundy.
  We look forward to hearing from you.
  
  Jennifer, Shannon, the kids and pets.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  I am very interested in Learning Spanish. I have had some experience in the past and do know a few words, meaning I can understand more than I can speak. I want to learn more and more...
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  Accommodation

  The accommodation is in our home with shared common rooms and facilities. We are a very outgoing family, we enjoy dinners in our dining room, and spending time with our children. We also love games nights, we enjoy music playing throughout the day, doing puzzles and exploring outside.
  
  The front of the house has a porch, and a private entry. We have converted this space to accommodate a single or double occupancy situation double bed or single bed(s) depending on you and your situation. The other side of this space has a seating area with a little extra space and privacy.
  (This seating space would be a bedroom area if 2 seperate beds are required)
  We are able to accommodate different sleeping arrangements, should you be travelling as friends, families, co-workers or couples. Just ask us!
  
  Accommodation can be discussed in further detail once correspondence has been made. Talk soon!
  We respect you and expect the same in return. It’s the Canadian Way

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  What else ...

  There are lots of events and activities on the island to experience. But I encourage you to also explore southern New Brunswick on your days off. (a Car would be needed) The cities in the area provide excellent food and entertainment, concerts, festivals and shopping.
  Our island is renowned for its adventure tourism, its excellent trail system, whale watching, museums, shops and its art gallery.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Our internet connection is fine, We have hosted workawayers before that have worked online.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  If you would like to bring a campervan or trailer, we have a piece of property that can accommodate. There is no electrical or sewage, but there are beautiful ocean views and its across the road from the beach. There are a couple campgrounds that you can dump your tanks and shower at.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  8hours/ Day 5 days a week

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