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Give you a clean, private room and three meals each day
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Supply a study desk and a good lamp
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Show you how to use the bus and/or SkyTrain
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Help you get oriented in your new neighborhood (banks, library, recreation centers, etc.)
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Give you a key to the home
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Let you use the telephone, living room, laundry and other household appliances
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Let you use the TV and computer (some homes may have usage rules)
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Encourage you and help you with your English
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Treat you with kindness and respect
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Help you learn about Vancouver and Canadian culture
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Be considerate of family members and follow household rules
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Be responsible for your personal sundries (e.g., toothpaste, shampoo, etc.)
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Let the family know if you will not be home for dinner
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Use the telephone for local calls only
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Let the family know if you will be away overnight
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Pay all homestay fees directly to the host family when they are due
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Give the family two weeks' notice if you change your living arrangements
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Make an effort to join in family activities
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Invite guests to the home only with the host family's permission
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Make sure there are no phone calls after 10 PM
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Have adequate medical insurance while in Canada
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VIC representatives are available to meet
you at the airport and take you to your new homestay.
