Accommodation
CityU does not provide housing for students, but listed below are resources that could be considered for students to use.
British Columbia
- STUDENT RESIDENCES:
If you are looking for a student-orientated housing option, Global Education City (GEC) is a student residence located in Vancouver. They offer student hotels as well as serviced apartments. Global Education City (GEC) is a student residence located in Vancouver. Their mandate is to “offer access to, and provide, safe, secure and comfortable accommodations to foreign and domestic students, thereby helping to give them a positive, meaningful experience while they live and study in Vancouver, BC, Canada.” Residence halls are open to students of any institution and have a variety of choices or room types. Students are able to sign a contract for as little as 8 weeks for their whole degree. Visit their website for more information. - HOTELS:
If you are looking for a place to live until you settle down in a long-term apartment, there are plenty of hotels near CityU. Most hotels offer a shuttle from the airport or taxi service. The YWCA Hotel Vancouver is a safe and affordable option in Downtown Vancouver. - AIRBNB:
Airbnb has many short and long term options for students. Visit their site to investigate your options. - HOSTELS:
If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to hotels, hostels would be a good compromise if you don’t mind sharing a room with other people. Visit this website for more information. - HOMESTAY:
Another alternative is homestays. You live with a family of your choice and meals are often provided. This method of living offers the chance to live like a local and experience what life is really like in that place. For more information, visit Vancouver’s homestay website. - If you want to rent your own pace in Vancouver, there are some useful resources where you can find options—like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Be aware of scams: Never send money before signing a rental agreement. To learn more about your rights and responsibilities, visit the BC Tenancy Branch (Residential Tenancy Branch of British Columbia).
Alberta
- AIRBNB:
Airbnb has many short and long term options for students. Visit their site to investigate your options. - HOSTELS:
If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to hotels, hostels would be a good compromise if you don’t mind sharing a room with other people. Visit this website for more information. - HOMESTAY:
Another alternative is homestays. You live with a family of your choice and meals are often provided. This method of living offers the chance to live like a local and experience what life is really like in that place. For more information, please visit Canada Homestay Network, or Homestay Calgary for places focused on Calgary.
