Become a Host Family
The Lions Youth Camp and Exchange Program (YCE) for youths 15-22 has been running for 60 years,
and is made possible by everyday people, just like you! By providing an avenue for global fellowship, the YCE program aims to help youth initiate, grow and maintain international relationships promoting cultural education and international peace.
This incredible program is comprised of two major parts: international exchanges and international camps. Exchanges typically last for 4-6 weeks with the help of host families, sponsor clubs and host clubs. Camps last for 1-2 weeks and are operated voluntarily by the hosting Lions club, in this case ,the Alberta Youth Leadership Lions Club!
Click Here: For more information on what the Lions Youth Camp and Exchange Program is.
Are you interested in learning about other cultures and ways of life while sharing your own customs and experiences?
Are open-mindedness, tolerance and cultural competence of high importance to you?
Do you have a desire to contribute toward peace, international understanding and the creation of global citizenship in youth? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may enjoy being a host family!
For one week in July or early August, you could host an international youth and change their life, and yours in the process!
and is made possible by everyday people, just like you! By providing an avenue for global fellowship, the YCE program aims to help youth initiate, grow and maintain international relationships promoting cultural education and international peace.
This incredible program is comprised of two major parts: international exchanges and international camps. Exchanges typically last for 4-6 weeks with the help of host families, sponsor clubs and host clubs. Camps last for 1-2 weeks and are operated voluntarily by the hosting Lions club, in this case ,the Alberta Youth Leadership Lions Club!
Click Here: For more information on what the Lions Youth Camp and Exchange Program is.
Are you interested in learning about other cultures and ways of life while sharing your own customs and experiences?
Are open-mindedness, tolerance and cultural competence of high importance to you?
Do you have a desire to contribute toward peace, international understanding and the creation of global citizenship in youth? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may enjoy being a host family!
For one week in July or early August, you could host an international youth and change their life, and yours in the process!
When Would I Host?
The Waterton Lions Leadership Camp is seeking a number of host families for a 1 week commitment
for summer 2023 to help keep this incredible program running!
You will host 1-2 international youths and show them the best parts about our province and Canadian life!
There are three different periods you can choose to host from this coming 2022 camp season: two before camp and one after. If you would like you can apply to host for more than one period!
Period 1: July 8th - 15th 2023 Before Camp - Includes picking your camper up from the airport upon their arrival.
Period 2: July 15th - 23rd 2023 Before Camp - Includes dropping your camper off at the bus that will take them to camp.
Period 3: July 28th - August 5th 2023 After Camp - Includes taking your camper to the airport to return home.
for summer 2023 to help keep this incredible program running!
You will host 1-2 international youths and show them the best parts about our province and Canadian life!
There are three different periods you can choose to host from this coming 2022 camp season: two before camp and one after. If you would like you can apply to host for more than one period!
Period 1: July 8th - 15th 2023 Before Camp - Includes picking your camper up from the airport upon their arrival.
Period 2: July 15th - 23rd 2023 Before Camp - Includes dropping your camper off at the bus that will take them to camp.
Period 3: July 28th - August 5th 2023 After Camp - Includes taking your camper to the airport to return home.
Typical Week
During a typical week of hosting you will get to have the unique experience of being a tourist in your own province! There's an endless supply of activities and events you can take part in during this week. Hosting will also allow you the unique privilege to connect with other host families in Alberta and make life long lasting connections with other Albertans. We have a Facebook group specifically for host families to get to know each other, plan events together and chat! As well our host family liaison will be available to answer any questions, provide guidance and help plan events!
During your week hosting you will be responsible for the transportation, room and board, and general wellbeing
of your students. We strive to ensure all youths have the best possible experience while they are with us.
You will also be required to have a vulnerable sector check completed before your students arrive.
We have a volunteer letter you can use to have this done at no cost.
You can view the official Lions Host Family Handbook by clicking here. This handbook highlights
exactly what is expected of a host family through the Lions Youth International Exchange Program.
We encourage host families to plan events together for the best possible experience.
Below you will be able to see a list of common activities our previous host families have done with their campers.
During your week hosting you will be responsible for the transportation, room and board, and general wellbeing
of your students. We strive to ensure all youths have the best possible experience while they are with us.
You will also be required to have a vulnerable sector check completed before your students arrive.
We have a volunteer letter you can use to have this done at no cost.
You can view the official Lions Host Family Handbook by clicking here. This handbook highlights
exactly what is expected of a host family through the Lions Youth International Exchange Program.
We encourage host families to plan events together for the best possible experience.
Below you will be able to see a list of common activities our previous host families have done with their campers.
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Common ActivitiesHere are some great links to activities many host families have done in the past!
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Past Host Family Experience
Please see below for what our previous host families
have to say about the experience!
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Forms for Host Families
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Volunteer Letter for Police Check
We require all host families to complete a vulnerable sector check to ensure the safety of all participating youths. This provided letter will enable you to acquire this at no cost. Vulnerable Sector checks do take between 2-3 weeks to complete so please start this process early. Once completed please email a copy to watertonlionslc@gmail.com
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Host Family Application
If you are interested in becoming a host family please fill out the application below and email it to watertonlionslc@gmail.com or if you would like some more information simply fill out the contact form. All members of the host family over the age of 18 will also need to complete a vulnerable sector check.
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Special EventsPlease join us on September 27th at 7:00PM for a virtual information night. Everyone is welcome to join us, we will be talking about the Waterton Lions Leadership Camp, Lions International Youth Exchange, Hosting International Students, Applying to Camp, & Much More!
This invitation is open to anyone so if you have friends, family members or other people in your life that would be interested in this experience please pass on this information or they can email us anytime at: watertonlionslc@gmail.com September 27th, 2022, Zoom Meeting Link Topic: Information Night Time: Sep 27, 2022 07:00 PM Edmonton Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81183172839?pwd=ZlJuYURzVEUycjlEdFhaNG0yRHNQZz09 Meeting ID: 811 8317 2839 Passcode: 439075 |
More InformationPlease join us at our next meeting for more information on the hosting experience, or if you're interested in joining the club!
This invitation is open to anyone so if you have friends, family members or other people in your life that would be interested in this experience please pass on this information or they can email us anytime at: watertonlionslc@gmail.com September 13th, 2022, Zoom Meeting Link Waterton Lions Leadership Camp is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Alberta Youth Leadership Lions Club Meeting Time: Jul 12, 2022 07:00 PM Edmonton Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81090480465?pwd=WGhueTZaakl0QUtSTG9CSk05ajl0UT09 Meeting ID: 810 9048 0465 Passcode: 855458 
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