Why Choose MLI Homestay?
Be Part of the MLI Homestay Family
About Us
What is a Homestay
We believe that international homestay experiences allow students to gain knowledge, confidence in their own abilities, and pride in their achievements away from home. It provides valuable live experience, with an opportunity to gain independence and return home with memories that last a lifetime. Living with a local family is the ideal way to integrate into Canadian culture.
What MLI Homestay offers
What students should expect from their homestay
Home environment
A warm, caring environment and encouragement to join in family life and daily activities
Language at home
An English only (for ESL students) or French only (for FSL students) environment at home
Accommodations
A comfortable private bedroom with a comfortable bed (including bedding), a door, window, desk, dresser and closet
Meals
3 nutritious meals a day and healthy snacks, with at least one meal eaten as a family
Student support
Support and guidance from the host family for the students as they settle into school and their community
Respect
The same respect and attention you would provide a loved one traveling from overseas
Support
How MLI Homestay support students
MLI Homestay has placed thousands of students with caring host families across Canada.
MLI Homestay provides continuous 24/7 emergency support to all students and hosts.
MLI Homestay has dedicated staff supporting our students in communities across Canada.
The MLI Homestay host and application process helps match students with the right hosts.
MLI Homestay hosts are all carefully screened including reference checks, police reports and interviews.
Studying in Canada?
Why study in Canada?
There are many great reasons why you should consider Canada for your studies.
Canada is known for its exceptional education system and MLI is the top provider of services for international students choosing to study in Canada. The MLI High School Programme is open for all students from ages 11 – 18 who wish to participate in day-to-day classroom and the Canadian way of life. Enjoy the opportunity to study with Canadian students, learn English, participate in standard academic subjects using the Canadian curriculum and experience Canadian culture.
Homestay Support
Answers to our most common questions
MLI Homestay has placed thousands of students with caring host families across Canada. We love working with international visitors and host families to create an unforgettable experience.
TESTIMONIALS
What Past Students Say About MLI Homestay
I think staying in Canada was tough but also worth the experience! Every day I had to face new challenges like language, relationships, study, and more. It was tough, but these experiences made me grow. And Shirley (My host family) was humongous support for me to live through this lovely and challenging stay!
I enjoyed my life in Canada. I hung out with my friends and made many memories. The most favourite thing I did in Canada is Canada Wonderland. I went there with my host family and we had a great time riding the roller coasters.
The time in Canada had a lot of fun and meaningful moment such as communication with many people who I haven’t met before and experience of different culture and lifestyle. Even though I went to Canada under the covid situation, I could achieve many activities like volunteering and enjoy the time in Canada with my host family!
Canadian Communities Hosting International Students
Where would you like to stay in Homestay?
The location in which you chose to study will be an important part of your experience in Canada. MLI Homestay has opportunities in small town, suburban communities and urban cities across Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia for students to study and stay in homestay.
BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Abbotsford
- Burnaby
- Coquitlam
- Langley
- Nanaimo
- New Westminster
- North Vancouver
- Richmond
- Saanich
- Sooke
- Sunshine Coast
- Surrey
- Vancouver
- Victoria
- West Vancouver
BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Abbotsford
- Burnaby
- Coquitlam
- Langley
- Nanaimo
- New Westminster
- North Vancouver
- Richmond
- Saanich
- Sooke
- Sunshine Coast
- Surrey
- Vancouver
- Victoria
- West Vancouver
ALBERTA
- Calgary
- Red Deer
ONTARIO
- Ajax
- Aurora
- Barrie
- Brampton
- Brockville
- Burlington
- Carleton Place
- Centre Wellington
- Collingwood
- Cornwall
- Guelph
- Hamilton
- Innisfil
- Kemptville
- Kitchener
- Listowel
- London
- Markham
- Mississauga
- Newmarket
- North Bay
- Oakville
- Orangeville
- Orillia
- Oshawa
- Ottawa
- Owen Sound
- Perth
- Peterborough
- Pickering
- Renfrew
- Richmond Hill
- Russell
- Smith Falls
- Stratford
- Sudbury
- Thunder Bay
- Toronto
- Vaughan
- Waterloo
- Whitby
- Windsor
- Wingham
QUEBEC
- Laurentians
- Montreal
High School
Whether you’re looking for a more academic environment, or specific classes, or a school with great sports, our wide variety of options means we have something for everyone.
Group Programmes
Group Programmes provide an opportunity for students to practice their English, integrate with local students in a high school, experience life with a host family, enjoy unique activities, and have a genuine Canadian cultural experience.
Summer Programmes
Canadian Summer Camps allow students to enjoy all the benefits of overnight camp including swimming, campfires and sunsets with the comforts of sleep cabins You have the space to live, learn and grow.