HOW TO BE A HOMESTAY FAMILY
PROCESS
1. A Hanwood staff visits to your home to interview and to assess the
accommodations for the student.
2. Complete the Homestay Application Form.
3. A Criminal Record Search must be submitted for all household members who
are 18 years or older. It must be obtained through the Winnipeg Police
Department at the Public Safety Building, 151 Princess St. or may be obtained
by mail using the following website for instructions and downloadable forms:
http://www.winnipeg.ca/police/BPR/info_request.stm#crim_record_search
4. Return all materials to:
Hanwood Inc.
6 Lindenwood Place
Winnipeg, MB R3P 1M2
5. It is the responsibility of all applicants to inform Hanwood Inc. any change in
status in your family.
EXPECTATIONS
Homestay families are chosen for their keen interest in other cultures and good English
language skills. Becoming a homestay family requires a commitment to provide a
meaningful family environment for the student.
The homestay family is expected to provide:
1. An English speaking environment.
2. A separate bedroom for each student
a. with a window
b. nearby smoke detector and fire drill procedures to be explained
c. bed, bedding, towels, dresser, desk, chair, lamp, closet
d. adequate heat, light and ventilation
e. provision for decorating their room
3. Access to a bathroom and explanation of routines and responsibilities
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4. Three healthy meals daily and other reasonable incidental foods. Please discuss with
your student who is responsible for which meals.
5. Access to laundry facilities and procedures/routines.
6. Fire extinguishers, especially in the kitchen, are advised.
7. Full use of the household, with an understanding of use of all electronic equipment
(computer, TV, telephone)
The homestay family should also be prepared to meet reasonable transportation needs.
However, this does not include daily transportation to and from school except in special
short-term programs.
HOMESTAY FEE:
Homestay families will receive a monthly fee of $600.00 directly from Hanwood or
through your school division. The homestay fee is not meant to cover the student’s extracurricular school costs and extra costs for family trips, though some families may choose
to pay for some activities.
Hanwood Emigration Services
6 Lindenwood Place, Winnipeg MB R3P 1M2
www.hanwood.ca
T:204-889-4183 F:204-489-8337 E:welcome@hanwood.ca
Homestay Application
Date of Application:
Homestay Mother
Last Name
First Name
Address
City
Postal Code
Occupation
Home Ph.
Province
E-mail
Work Ph.
Cell Ph.
Homestay Father
Last Name
First Name
Occupation
Work Ph.
E-mail
Please provide the following information for all other members of your family as of the current
date (including non-family members residing in your home)
Name
Gender
D.O.B
(mm/dd/yy)
School
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Grade
Over 18
(at Home)
1. How long would you be available to host a student in your home?
■ Short Term Program (2 or 3 months)
□ Winter : Jan. – Mar.
□ Spring : Apr. – Jun.
□ Fall : Sept. – Jun.
■ Long Term Program (more than 5 months)
□ Semester 1 : Sept. – Jan. (5 months)
□ Semester 2 : Feb. – Jun. (5 months)
□ Full School Year : Sept. – Jun. (10 months)
□ Female
2. What is your gender preference of a student?
□ Male
3. Which age range would you prefer?
□ Elementary
□ Junior High
□ Senior High
□ No Preference
4. Has your family every hosted an International Student before? If yes, what nationality, when,
and for how long?
□ No
□ Yes
□ Nationality
5. Would you host a smoker?
□ When
□ Yes
□ How Long
□ No
□ Outside only
6. Does anyone in your home have a medical or physical condition that may impact hosting
□ Yes
responsibilities?
□ No
(if yes, please describe)
7. Describe any pets in your home:
8. What activities would include the student?
9. What would you feel is important to inform your student about in regards to your household (i.e.
rules, diet, cleaning, etc.)?
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10. Does your family have any special dietary practices/guidelines (i.e. allergies, vegetarian, etc.)?
11. Please provide a brief description of your family’s hobbies and interests:
12. Please describe a typical family weekday routine:
13. How does your family usually spend the weekend?
14. Please describe specific family rules that children in your home must follow :
15. Why do you want to host an international student :
16. What is your religious affiliation? (optional)
Hanwood Emigration Services
6 Lindenwood Place, Winnipeg MB R3P 1M2
www.hanwood.ca
T:204-889-4183 F:204-489-8337 E:welcome@hanwood.ca
Please attach your family photo and explanation (optional)
Hanwood Emigration Services
6 Lindenwood Place, Winnipeg MB R3P 1M2
www.hanwood.ca
T:204-889-4183 F:204-489-8337 E:welcome@hanwood.ca