Off campus and homestay
ICM students can choose to live off campus with a homestay family or in a private rental. Whether you have family or friends near campus or are interested in experiencing off-campus living with a local family, here are some resources to help you find the ideal off-campus accommodation for you and understand your rights and responsibilities as a renter.
Homestay
Choosing to live in a homestay means you will live with a Canadian family, off-campus, in the community. This allows you to be a part of a family, join in family activities and celebrate special occasions with them.
All homestay families live within commuting distance to ICM, making it easy for you to get to and from campus. Homestays include three meals per day, a bedroom, and internet access. This is a great option if you are under 18 years old when arriving in Winnipeg and require a custodian, or if you just want to gain the full experience of life in Canada.
You have your choice of two different homestay providers which ICM works with. Please contact your homestay provider of choice directly for more information.
Private rentals
A wide range of off-campus accommodations are available in Winnipeg, including private rentals and shared accommodations. This includes The ARC and ALIGN located near campus, which offers fully furnished private rentals for students and recent graduates.
While we often recommend that new arrivals consider on-campus student residences or homestay, students who are considering off-campus private rentals can visit the University of Manitoba’s Off-Campus Housing website for information about renting in Winnipeg. The University of Manitoba’s International Centre also has important information about renters’ rights and responsibilities.
If you’re considering a private rental, it’s vital to visit the rental in person, meet the building manager, and verify that the rental is legitimate and as advertised before signing any contracts or paying any money. You should also fully read and understand the rental contract before you sign it.
The ARC and ALIGN
Located near campus, The ARC and ALIGN offer student-friendly rentals featuring fully furnished rooms for students and recent graduates. With a bus stop outside (or a 25-minute walk to campus), a large grocery store close by, study spaces, on-site staff, and multiple floor plans available, it is a convenient place to call home. Visit The ARC and ALIGN website for full details including virtual tours and to enquire about availability.