What is different room for rent and homestay in canada

🏠 Room for Rent

• What it is: Renting a private bedroom in a house or apartment. You might share the kitchen, bathroom, and common areas with others.

• Meals: Not included – you cook your own food.

• Furnishing: May or may not be furnished.

• Bills: Sometimes included (e.g., internet, hydro), but not always.

• Relationship with owner: More independent, landlord may or may not live there.

• For: Adults, independent students, or workers.

  
  

🏡 Homestay

• What it is: Living with a Canadian host family who provides meals, a furnished room, and some supervision.

• Meals: Included (usually 2–3 per day)

• Furnishing: Fully furnished room (bed, desk, closet)

• Bills: All included

• Relationship with host: More personal – like living as part of a family.

• For: International students, especially minors or those new to Canada.

  
  
  
  
  

  

  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• 🧾 Summary Table

Feature	Homestay	Room for Rent
Meals	Included (2–3/day)	Not included
Furnishing	Fully furnished	May vary
Bills (Internet, etc.)	Included	Sometimes included
Independence	Moderate (family rules)	High
Price (avg/month)	$900–$1,400 CAD	$500–$900 CAD
Cultural experience	High	Low to Medium
Best for	New/international students	Adults or independent students