If you've determined where to study in Canada, the next step is to determine where to stay. There are a variety of opportunities for students in Canada. If you're working on campus or living in a private home, you're going to be able to find the best accommodation for you.
The type of accommodation you choose will depend on your schedule, your goals and how long you intend to live in Canada. When you figure out your residence, the first stop will be the Foreign Student Office or the website of the school you're attending. They're going to be able to support you with your quest for accommodation.
Most colleges in Canada provide housing on or near campus in the form of dormitories / residence halls, townhouses and condos. Dormitories (dorms) are bigger structures holding more students, and townhouses are detached, typically holding three to six students.
Dorm rooms range in size and quality, and it's a smart idea to check out the pictures posted on your school's website. These typically have a communal kitchen, toilet, and laundry facilities, which are maintained directly by the family. Most dorms do have a dining room where students can buy a meal plan to use. Often divided by age, you're likely to have one or two roommates sleeping with you in the bed. Dorms are usually recommended for first-year students, and it can be a perfect place for all students to make new friends and get interested on campus.
Townhouses are built for three to six students with separate rooms (this means not sharing rooms, but living space as a whole) and a ground floor with a kitchen and dining room section. Typically, this form of housing is intended for third or fourth year students.
Unless you're just going to be in Canada for a month, it's actually better to live on campus than to look for off-campus accommodation. When you live longer, you might consider living in the dorms for the first semester, and then make various long-term plans after you've become more acquainted with the city.
During their first and second years of college, several Canadian students decided to live on campus. As an international student, you can find it easier to make friends and to save on travel costs by staying in the bedroom. The average cost of living on-campus is CDN 3,000-$7,500 a year.
For private off-campus accommodation, try sharing a directory of local accommodation units with the school lodging office or student union office on the site. Note that such residences are not checked by your teacher, and it is your duty to contact the owner to check the premises.
There are a variety of various forms of accommodation open to residents. The house is usually too expensive for a student to rent individually, and often many students prefer to share or rent suites in a larger building.
Much of the rental properties are not furnished, but you will locate temporary furnished apartment rentals before you arrive in Canada. When you're looking to live in the country for a limited period, this could be the right choice for you. Otherwise, you'll need to find and lease your own furniture.
Private rentals allow you to sign a lease, which is a legal contract specifying your responsibility as a tenant. Such duties include paying rent on schedule, maintaining the grounds tidy, fixing any harm done by you or your visitors, and not upsetting any residents. Landlords can also apply certain terms and conditions to the contract, so make sure to read the document thoroughly before signing the deal. Often check for a copy of the documents that you sign.
The landlord also has obligations, such as keeping the property in good health. In an emergency case, the owner has the right to access the house without warning-otherwise, an advance notice must be issued on the grounds of the order. If the landlord requires you to leave the premises, 60 days notice is normally needed, but make sure to read the lease, because the terms can differ.
Price, price and affordability of off-campus lodging can differ. You should plan to pay C$ 400-C$1,500 per month based on the city and area you chose, and whether you have any co-intendants. Landlords typically receive up-front rent for one month as a security deposit. It will be returned to you after you move out, provided there is no harm to the house.
You're trying to find out which living accommodation is right for you, much like your study. Don't be nervous about asking for help, and remember you're not forced to make your first decision. You should also choose the first year's dorms and the next year's off-campus. It's just a learning process, much like most of the foreign student experience!
