While injury or illness is rare, it can happen. If you need help communicating with your insurance provider, family, or a medical professional, we can assist you. We also provide students with emergency contact information and guidance on what to do in urgent situations.

Our staff offer individualized academic support based on each student’s needs. Whether you’re having trouble with course material, adjusting to instruction in English, or managing your workload, instructors and administrative staff are available to help you succeed. Students are encouraged to speak with their instructor or visit the front desk for assistance.

Homestay

We like to place students in the homestay that suits them best, however the number of homestays are limited so all of a student’s desires may not be met. Students who are accepted into homestays, should understand that this type of accommodation is about learning the Canadian family lifestyle. Homestays are within a 30-minute bus ride of CSBA. Homestays include 3 meals per day and utilities (e.g. heating or showers). In some larger homes, 2 to 3 students may be accepted, but in theory each student will have their own bedroom.

Note: It is very difficult to place smokers, especially in homestays. Smoking is banned from homestays, and even if you don’t smoke at home, smoke smell can linger. Smoking cessation prior to arriving at CSBA is highly-recommended.

Shared-Housing

CSBA can arrange accommodation within a 30-minute bus ride of the school. A share-house offers more independent living than in homestays. Students may share a room with others, which may include Canadians or other international visitors. The kitchen, livingroom and bathrooms are shared spaces, and the contract details can vary depending on the location and number of share-mates.

Note: Smoking is not very common in Whistler. In fact, the ski resort has banned smoking. Share-homes have also banned smoking. Even if you don’t smoke at home, the smell of cigarettes can linger. Smoking cessation prior to arriving at CSBA is highly-recommended.

CSBA will assist with housing/accommodation for students. For more information, please contact us.

CSBA has staff available on-call to help with interpretation at your accommodation, at medical appointments, or when using external facilities. We are here to support you in situations where language may be a barrier.

At this time, CSBA does not offer institutional financial assistance, scholarships, bursaries, or awards.