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Have an amazing, true Canadian experience in Vernon!

Vernon is known as a community focused on recreational activities. You will experience exciting things to do in all 4 seasons. Experience a world class ski resort 30 minutes from your home. Ski, snow board and X-country ski in one of the best locations in Canada. Play soccer (indoor and outdoor), badminton, join the swim team, play basketball, tennis, volleyball, or hockey, go rock climbing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or mountain biking, just hang out at the beach, and so much more!

You can join many teams like soccer, basketball, American football, volleyball, rugby and golf to name a few. Enjoy the focus on the arts in school with courses in band, choir, theatre and visual arts, and opportunities to learn skills such as cooking, woodwork, automotive, technology, photography, robotics, etc.

By living with a Canadian family, you will enjoy a rich Canadian cultural experience and see your English excel by living and learning with an English speaking family.

Why choose Vernon?

View our video to see that Vernon is a safe, English speaking Canadian community with small city charm, excellent academic programs and a wide variety of sport and art opportunities, all set in a beautiful backdrop of mountains, valleys and lakes.