Marie

Canada
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Travelling

My next destination:
New Zealand - from Aug 2024 until Aug 2026
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This is my favorite way of travelling. Staying with the locals and helping others. My name is Marie , i am a solo traveler from Quebec, Canada. In the past 3+ years, I lived in Australia and New Zealand. I gained a lot of experience being an Au pair , housekeeper and working in hospitality. I also learned about gardening, animal care and living on farms and on a boat.

When I’m not making coffees as a Barista, I seek adventures and alternative living! I like to challenge myself and to live minimally on the road. But the best part of the journey is always the people I meet through workaway.
Interests

Self development

Water sports

Events & social

Drawing & painting

Books

Fitness

Movies & TV

Culture

Yoga / Wellness

Van life

Videography

Writing

Nature

Pets

Photography

Music

Hiking

Camping

Charity work

Cooking & food

Beach

Art & design

Animals
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Teaching

Light gardening

Some knowledge of:

Babysitting and creative play

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Hospitality/Tourism

House & pet sitting
More details about your skills

I did a Yoga Teacher Training in Ubud, Bali in July of 2026. I am a Barista with 5+ years experience. I enjoy teaching. I love coffee culture. I'm a creative person who likes photography, interior design, home organisation.
I enjoy cooking and helping in the kitchen.
I enjoy being around cats, dogs and kids!
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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16 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join a fun bilingual family ...)

It was so fun to live with Inne, Jack and their adorable girls, Lou and Millie. 2 weeks fly by when in good company! I enjoyed weeding the garden and helping with the everyday household tasks. Inne and Jack invited me to join community events, encourage me to go out to live music and to spend sunny days in Sumner and Diamond Harbour. I highly … read more

(Excellent )

13 Dec 2025

Left by host (Join a fun bilingual family ...) for Workawayer ()

Having Marie staying with us was one of the best decisions we’ve made! She’s a delight, such a hard worker! She turned our garden into a paradise and our house into a tidy place. She did her magic! She’s a great person to hang out with and lots of fun!

(Excellent )

16 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Art Project Christchurch, New ...)

Zelda and Matthew lives in front of a nice park where I enjoyed taking Merlow for a daily walk. I find the work to be quite easy. Cooking dinners, gardening and keeping the house clean. Zelda showed me her Art Studio where I did various tasks and painting pottery samples and bowls. I felt pretty lucky to learn more about pottery.
Thank you Zelda … read more

(Excellent )

30 Nov 2025

Left by host (Art Project Christchurch, New ...) for Workawayer ()

Marie spoiled us with great cooking, the best cottage pie I ever tasted. Merlow, our Dog loved her. She always played with him, took him for walks and gave him heaps of belly rubs. She helped to clean the house, did gardening and helped me in my pottery studio for a few days. We went away in our Motorhome for a few days and she looked after our … read more

(Excellent )

16 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with house projects and ...)

Rachael made me feel welcome the second I arrived. I enjoyed visiting another part of Wellington and I felt like part of the family when playing board game in the evening. The work was fair and flexible. I also did some creative home decor which was fulfilling.

(Excellent )

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16 Dec 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Join a fun bilingual family ...)

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13 Dec 2025

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16 Dec 2025

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30 Nov 2025

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16 Dec 2025

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(Excellent)

30 Dec 2022

Left by host (Help us with with a home ...) for Workawayer

Marie is such a beautiful soul and it was a pleasure to have her stay with us! She was so kind, patient and caring with our baby and a huge help in the kitchen and with cleaning! Not only that, she is truly such a lovely, kind human! Thank you so much for everything Marie, it was an absolute pleasure to spend time with you and we wish you the best … read more

(Excellent)

27 Dec 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us with with a home ...)

I am so glad I contacted Britt and I got to spend some really good time with them. I loved taking Elkie to the park and spending time in nature.
If you like cleaning and spending time with a 1-year old, you’re gonna enjoy this workaway!
Thank you Britt and Alex for having me and I wish you the best!

(Excellent)

1 Dec 2021

Left by Workawayer for host (Learn about farm life at our ...)

I was suppose to stay a month, but I didn't want to leave! So I stayed almost 4 months! Jen and Will really work hard on the farm and for the community and every night they take the time to cook amazing dinner and often invite friends and family over. I really had a great time playing outside with Ruxton and Ophelia and walking with the dogs! The … read more

(Excellent)

19 Mar 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Helping with our two children ...)

Meghan and Chris are really friendly and welcoming! I stayed 4 months and absolutely loved hanging out and helping out. The kids are so so sweet.
I really keep good memories of my time in Victoria.

Thank you ! :)

(Excellent)

4 Sep 2014

Left by host for Workawayer

Marie helped with the children and household tasks. She was fantastic with our baby and always very helpful. We had good times visiting Penticton and at our Solstice party. Thanks again!

(Very good)

9 Jul 2014

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with an organic farm in ...)

Meike and Oliver are amazing. They made sure I was comfortable and it really felt like I was part of the family. I stayed 6 weeks in they lovely house in the middle of the forest ( by the way So Awesome! ) and I always felt welcomed every morning.
I will be forever grateful for this experience. Thank you SO much Meike, Oliver, Emil and Eva.

(Very good)