Once there

Questions answers :

Where are the partner farms located?
In rural British Columbia, between 8 hours and 20 hours drive from Vancouver. Depending on the distance, participants reach their farm by bus or plane.

Can I request to be placed in a specific type of farm?
Yes, you can let us know your preferences. All placements are subject to certain requirements in terms of level of English, professional experience, interpersonal skills, availability, physical condition, etc.

Do I have the profile to participate in this program?
We are looking for people who are easy going, and in some cases with some experience. For example, riding skills are required for placements on horse farms.

What will my role be on the farm?
We organize your placement according to your personal preferences and objectives, but also according to the length of your stay and the time of year. You will be considered part of the family and you will join in all of their activities, which includes but is not limited to caring for the animals, cleaning the facilities, trips to town, trips to the rodeo or to community events, family dinners, hikes, gardening, etc.

Can I go with my spouse or a friend?
Yes, we often manage to place couples or friends on the same farm. However, we cannot formally guarantee this.

What happens if I don't get a placement?
We will fully refund the sums paid. Of course, we are not responsible for what does not fall under our services (flights and other expenses).

What if the placement is not right for me?
Unfortunately, if you decline the placement, you will lose the money you paid to us for this program.

What if I accept the placement, but it goes wrong?
You can contact us to explain your situation. If you have valid reasons for requesting a new placement, we will send you an application form. You will be informed as soon as a place becomes available. You will then be able to change places depending on the availability of places.

At what temperatures shouldI expect?
Canadian summers are quite mild. Temperatures can reach 30°C, but in general it is around 25°C. The winters, on the other hand, are very cold: the average temperature is -10°C, but the thermometer can drop to -30°C.

Do I need to buy insurance?
All visitors are required to purchase insurance while in Canada. You will have to justify it as soon as you arrive in the country.