Accommodation

Accommodation included with the course package is in twin rooms with host families living all over Greater Toronto. The maximum journey time for students is 60 minutes. Single rooms with host families and residences located downtown are available at the supplement price quoted in the EF brochure.

Read more about:

• Host Families
• Residences

Information and Advice

It is the responsibility of the EF Accommodation Coordinator to find home-stays for EF students before they arrive in Canada. EF looks for families who are, if not native speakers, then fluent in the English language. In addition, the family must provide a friendly and safe environment for EF students as well as good, nourishing meals.

The Student Services Coordinator is responsible for the communication between the HF and the student should any difficulties arise during the student's stay. It is up to the student and the HF to develop and maintain an honest and comfortable relationship. However, the Student Services Coordinator will intervene at either party's request if necessary.

If the student needs to change HF, the Accommodations Coordinator will find a new HF according to EF guidelines. Under normal circumstances, you will be required to give proper notice to the HF of your potential move. In the case of Academic Year students, four weeks notice is required and for ILS students, the required notice is two weeks, except in the case of an emergency. The student is also required to pay a Change of Accommodation Fee, with the exception of emergencies. Fees may differ depending on the course in which you are registered. Please be aware of this Fee if you are considering a move.

Staff are available to meet with students on a drop-in basis or by appointment at the Accommodation Office. Counselling hours may change according to the summer/winter schedule so please check the Accommodation Office for current hours. In the event of an emergency during off hours, please contact the School Director for information and advice.

Accommodation Change

The policy for International Language Students is you must have a valid reason to request a change, you must give 2 weeks notice, and the change fee is $80.00.

Laura Hawkins, Accommodation Coordinator, laura.hawkins@ef.com

Tammy Peixoto, Residence and Student Services Coordinator; tammy.peixoto@ef.com