Testimonials from Previous Students
“The Hospitalité Canada staff was so helpful in finding me a great home and helping me when I had health problems. I had a fantastic time in St. Catharines and plan to visit my host family again in the future.”
— Naoko, Japan
“I felt safe with the work of Hospitalité Canada. They always gave me much attention and answered all my questions quickly. I met the homestay co-ordinator on my second day in Canada. She went to school to give more information about medical insurance and homestay program. She was very friendly! She chose a perfect homestay for me. I am enjoying my Canadian family!”
— Elianne, Brazil
“It has been a year since I applied for a scholarship offered to those who wanted to study one year in Canada. After a couple of months and lots of tests I received good news: I was accepted in the program! Shortly thereafter, Hospitalité Canada sent me more information about the city, the high school and the people I was going to live with. It was very exciting and also a little bit scary to think that I was going to spend ten months away from my family and friends. I can hardly remember when I arrived at the airport. I was very tired but Marina kept me and the other two students awake by explaining what St. Catharines looked like. I felt welcomed in Canada. I started my adventure with one Canadian Host Family which was lovely and showed me many things but unfortunately was not the best fit for me. I called Marina several times and she gave me support and advice. It made me feel less homesick; however, one day I met with Marina after school to talk about the family and I told her that I didn't feel too comfortable with them. Even though it was hard to take the decision of moving, I didn't regret it. I had a lot in common with the new family and we spent eight wonderful months together. Even though the first month away from home was hard, my experience became positive with the support of Hospitalité Canada. I am glad to say that I have grown so much during my incredible experience in Canada. I wouldn't change it for anything.”
