Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in British Columbia, Canada

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The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of two women and a dog sitting on a wooden bench by a lake, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

British Columbia, Canada

Help with organization and decluttering in Roberts Creek, Canada
Hello! We are a married couple in our 50s with a very friendly bulldog. We have a 4 bedroom/4 bathroom house on a 2 acre property of gardens, forest and orchards with a creek running through it. Hana works 9-5 and Dave is early retired and has ......
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British Columbia, Canada

Help our family with childminding in the Comox valley of BC, Canada
Hi there! We are a family of 2 in the beautiful Comox valley of BC. We are new here and adjusting to new school and work. I am a 36 year old professional in video game production ( work from home) and my daughter is 9, out of school for the ......
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The image depicts a serene pond surrounded by lush greenery, featuring rocks, lily pads, and a small waterfall, with a patio area in the foreground.
The image depicts a serene pond surrounded by lush greenery, featuring rocks, lily pads, and a small waterfall, with a patio area in the foreground.
about 5 days ago

British Columbia, Canada

Help me with gardening and other projects at my hillside acreage in North Vancouver, Canada
Retired and well travelled teacher needs help keeping up with hillside acreage in North Vancouver. Close to Lynn Headwater Park, Baden Powell Trail, trail running, and World Class Mountain biking outside the door! Easy Bus access, and quick 30 ......
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Two children stand on a rocky terrain, with one wearing a white sweater and the other in a green jacket, set against a mountainous backdrop under an overcast sky.
Two children stand on a rocky terrain, with one wearing a white sweater and the other in a green jacket, set against a mountainous backdrop under an overcast sky.
Two children stand on a rocky terrain, with one wearing a white sweater and the other in a green jacket, set against a mountainous backdrop under an overcast sky.
Two children stand on a rocky terrain, with one wearing a white sweater and the other in a green jacket, set against a mountainous backdrop under an overcast sky.

British Columbia, Canada

Spend time with our kids and help around the house in Golden, Canada
We are a family of four plus our dog Freckle living just outside the beautiful town of Golden BC. We are both working and are looking for someone to help out taking care of the kids, Leon (4yr) and Olive (2yr) and helping out with some task around ......
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A woman with blonde hair in a bun stands on a rocky hilltop, cradling a baby in a carrier, overlooking a serene body of water and distant mountains.
A woman with blonde hair in a bun stands on a rocky hilltop, cradling a baby in a carrier, overlooking a serene body of water and distant mountains.
A woman with blonde hair in a bun stands on a rocky hilltop, cradling a baby in a carrier, overlooking a serene body of water and distant mountains.
A woman with blonde hair in a bun stands on a rocky hilltop, cradling a baby in a carrier, overlooking a serene body of water and distant mountains.
A woman with blonde hair in a bun stands on a rocky hilltop, cradling a baby in a carrier, overlooking a serene body of water and distant mountains.

British Columbia, Canada

Family stay in Nelson, Canada
My one and half year old son and I live in the heart of Nelson, BC. We are super active and outdoorsy. We live at the base of wonderful trails for hiking, and cross country skiing. Whitewater ski resort is close by for winter adventures. We love ......
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The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.
The image depicts a group of goats in a fenced area, with a few standing on a hill, surrounded by a fence, and a body of water in the background. The goats are white with horns.

British Columbia, Canada

Join us on our little farm in Kamloops, British Columbia
We are a small farm and would prefer someone looking for a place to learn more about farm life, permaculture and market gardening! You would be staying in one of our two old motor homes and having your meals, showers and doing laundry up at house ......
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The image shows a selfie of a woman and a child, with the woman on the left and the child on the right, both with long hair and smiling.
The image shows a selfie of a woman and a child, with the woman on the left and the child on the right, both with long hair and smiling.
The image shows a selfie of a woman and a child, with the woman on the left and the child on the right, both with long hair and smiling.
The image shows a selfie of a woman and a child, with the woman on the left and the child on the right, both with long hair and smiling.

British Columbia, Canada

Help with childminding in beautiful Kelowna, BC, Canada
I live in beautiful Kelowna with my 8 year old daughter. I would love to have the right person come stay with us so we can help each other and have fun together! We have two Pomeranian dogs and one cat. My daughter and I are both very creative and ......
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The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie on a beach, with the man wearing a hat and the woman with long hair and tattoos.

British Columbia, Canada

Help restore A-Frame Cabin + Gardens on Salt Spring Island, Canada!
Hi - I'm Victoria and along with my partner Nathen we are restoring a 1970 A-Frame cabin on beautiful Salt Spring Island, British Columbia. We have recently moved to the island from Vancouver seeking a different pace of life and making time for the ......
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The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a scenic mountainous landscape, with trees and a body of water in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a scenic mountainous landscape, with trees and a body of water in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a scenic mountainous landscape, with trees and a body of water in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a scenic mountainous landscape, with trees and a body of water in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a scenic mountainous landscape, with trees and a body of water in the background.

British Columbia, Canada

Help us become sustainable in Garden Bay, BC, Canada
Hi! We're Kate and Andrew, and we're in year 2 of building a community permaculture project in Garden Bay, BC. We live on the ocean about three hours North of Vancouver, are both in our early 30s, and work 9-5 jobs over Zoom and sometimes in the ......
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The image depicts two white ducks standing in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background and the sun shining brightly overhead.
The image depicts two white ducks standing in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background and the sun shining brightly overhead.
The image depicts two white ducks standing in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background and the sun shining brightly overhead.
The image depicts two white ducks standing in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background and the sun shining brightly overhead.

British Columbia, Canada

Join our family and experience Island Life in the Cowichan Valley, Vancouver, Canada
We are a family of 4: 2 adults and 2 teenagers. We are a professional couple (work in healthcare) that has a passion for a holistic lifestyle, specifically Ayurveda and martial arts (judo/jujitsu). We love the outdoors, watching a good movie and ......
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The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.
The image shows a family of three posing on a deck with a stroller, overlooking a beach and ocean on a windy day.

British Columbia, Canada

Join our family on the beach at Quadra Island, BC, Canada
Hello, we live on the beach on the south end of Quadra Island. We are a small family with a toddler and a dog (and chickens). We love to travel and are very outdoorsy. My husband speaks conversational French and I speak conversational Spanish (and ......
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The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.
The image depicts a young boy with a big smile, holding an apple in front of a tree, surrounded by a small wooden apple press and fallen leaves on the ground.

British Columbia, Canada

Canadian Adventure in the Kootenays, Canada
We live on a beautiful acreage in the Creston Valley, nestled in the Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada. Between our outdoorsy adventure lifestyle, both myself and Wade work in Natural Resource Stewardship and Sustainability, are raising ......
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The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.
The image depicts a family of three, consisting of a man, a woman, and a young girl, posing for a photo in a wooded area.

British Columbia, Canada

Active and Fun Family of 4 on the Sunshine Coast of BC Canada
We are an active family of 4 living on the amazing Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Our two kids are 8 and 10 years old and lots of fun. Leah works part-time landscaping and full-time as a mom. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast (running, hiking, ......
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The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in front of a stone wall, with the man on the left and the woman on the right.

British Columbia, Canada

Looking for house help in a beautiful ocean surrounded town. Haida Gwaii BC Canada.
WE ARE BACK AND LOOKING TO START HOSTING AGAIN!! 2021-2022 season!! We had 6 guest visit in 2019 on Haida Gwaii each one was perfect! Crazy family of 8 🤣 Live in beautiful sunny Sandspit BC Canada right on the ocean! Lots of beaches, hiking and ......
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Two men in a red canoe paddle towards a waterfall on a river, surrounded by trees and greenery, with another canoe visible in the distance.
Two men in a red canoe paddle towards a waterfall on a river, surrounded by trees and greenery, with another canoe visible in the distance.
Two men in a red canoe paddle towards a waterfall on a river, surrounded by trees and greenery, with another canoe visible in the distance.
Two men in a red canoe paddle towards a waterfall on a river, surrounded by trees and greenery, with another canoe visible in the distance.
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British Columbia, Canada

Help out at our tourism business and explore the wilderness of Wells Grey Park, BC, Canada
We are a tourism business located in Wells Gray Park. We run Boat Tours, Canoe and Kayak rentals, Guided Canoe trips both day and overnight and run a Small Cafe. This is a great opportunity to explore this 1.3 million acres of Wilderness. Canoes and ......
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A young child with blonde hair and blue eyes stands in front of a forest backdrop, wearing a blue sweater and red pants.
A young child with blonde hair and blue eyes stands in front of a forest backdrop, wearing a blue sweater and red pants.
A young child with blonde hair and blue eyes stands in front of a forest backdrop, wearing a blue sweater and red pants.

British Columbia, Canada

Seeking kind human to care for my daughter and experience treeplanting in Courtenay, BC, Canada
Hello, my name is Zoe. I have a sweet 2.5 year old daughter I plan to take to treeplanting camp and I'm looking for a kind and friendly person to play and watch her while I plant. We are a outdoorsy family and enjoy adventures.
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The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.
The image depicts a group of eight dogs sitting in front of a net, with a forest in the background and a date stamp in the bottom right corner.

British Columbia, Canada

Beautiful small forest farm in the making could use your help getting started in Shawnigan Lake, BC, Canada
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by our profile! **It's important to us that we are mutually the right fit. Please read through our whole profile (particularly the specific help we're looking for) before messaging, as we're limited in who we can host ......
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The image shows a family of four posing for a selfie in front of a wooden post with a green and yellow sign displaying the number 70, set against a forest backdrop.
The image shows a family of four posing for a selfie in front of a wooden post with a green and yellow sign displaying the number 70, set against a forest backdrop.
The image shows a family of four posing for a selfie in front of a wooden post with a green and yellow sign displaying the number 70, set against a forest backdrop.
about 3 days ago

British Columbia, Canada

Come and help a large family while exploring the surf capital of Tofino, Canada
Spend your summer on one of Canada’s most beautiful surfing beaches. We have four kids and a large beach front home and require some help with childcare and cleaning. We would love to find someone who can surf and speak Spanish and who is confident ......
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The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo on the beach, with the father and mother holding their children, all dressed in matching outfits. The background is a sandy beach.

British Columbia, Canada

Come and help our family in rural British Columbia, Canada
We are a family with two young daughters (3&5). Giulio is originally from Italy and works as a chef. Anne-Marie is Canadian-born and works as a midwife. We love BC and split our time between the Okanagan Valley (beautiful dry desert climate with a ......
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A woman stands outside a modern, two-story house with dark grey walls and large windows, wearing a black hoodie and pink leggings, smiling at the camera.
A woman stands outside a modern, two-story house with dark grey walls and large windows, wearing a black hoodie and pink leggings, smiling at the camera.
A woman stands outside a modern, two-story house with dark grey walls and large windows, wearing a black hoodie and pink leggings, smiling at the camera.
A woman stands outside a modern, two-story house with dark grey walls and large windows, wearing a black hoodie and pink leggings, smiling at the camera.
A woman stands outside a modern, two-story house with dark grey walls and large windows, wearing a black hoodie and pink leggings, smiling at the camera.

British Columbia, Canada

Help our family with childminding and language practice in Penticton, the western wine region of Canada
We are an enthusiastic, active, entrepreneurial family of 3 living in the western wine region of Canada. Our baby is very happy and chatty and 9 months old and we have 2 rescue dogs who are also very friendly. We live 200 steps from the beach on ......
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