Housing
Now that you have successfully been accepted into a program and have your Canadian Study Permit, the next step is to consider possible housing options. It is important to think about what type of living arrangement would fulfill your needs as a student.
Note: all costs are estimates and subject to change
1. On-campus housing
Excel Flight Training currently does not offer On-campus housing.
2. Off-campus housing
Lethbridge offers several options for off-campus housing. If you have access to transportation or if you are willing to use the public transportation system, off-campus housing may be a good choice for you. Note that addresses will often indicate West, North, or South. Excel Flight Training is located on the South side of the city at the Lethbridge Airport.
Benefits:
- provides independent living
- offers the opportunity to live within the larger community
Estimated costs per month (can vary depending on accommodation):
- $400 – $600 (private room in a house)
- $650 – $900 (one-bedroom suite in a house)
- $700 – $1,000 (apartment)
How to apply: A good place to look for off-campus housing is online. Some good sites are www.kijiji.ca, Facebook, and property management sites.
3. Homestay
Canada Homestay Network (CHN) will connect you with a Canadian family in our Lethbridge community and you will be supported throughout your time of study in a new country.
Benefits:
- private bedroom in a house
- includes three meals a day
- offers excellent language immersion opportunities
- provides a safe family-style setting and support, offering a relationship with a family who cares how you are doing
- makes it easy to have true cultural immersion and Canadian experiences
- is supported by the Canadian Homestay Network team – you can ask a question and receive quick responses 24 hours/day, seven days/week
Estimated costs per month:
- $850/month (does not include the registration fee and deposit)
How to apply: Contact Canadian Homestay Network at [email protected].