Effective Date: August 18, 2026
Welcome to the website of the Alberta Homestay Organization (“AHO”).
By accessing or using albertahomestay.org, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.
AHO provides information and services related to homestay arrangements for international students and host families in Alberta.
AHO may assist students and host families with applications, information, communication, matching, and homestay-related support.
We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on this website.
However, website content is provided for general informational purposes and may change from time to time.
AHO does not guarantee that all website information will always be complete, current, or error-free.
Submitting a Student Application or Host Family Application does not guarantee acceptance, approval, or placement.
AHO may review applications and request additional information before determining whether an applicant is suitable for a homestay arrangement.
AHO may decline an application or determine that a particular student and host family are not an appropriate match.
AHO aims to make thoughtful and suitable homestay matches based on information provided by students and host families.
A successful match cannot be guaranteed.
Students and host families are responsible for providing accurate and complete information relevant to the homestay arrangement.
A homestay arrangement may be subject to additional agreements, policies, fees, and conditions provided by AHO.
Students and host families are expected to communicate honestly and respectfully and to comply with applicable laws and the terms of any agreement they enter into with AHO or with each other.
Additional responsibilities, rules, fees, cancellation provisions, and other conditions may be set out in separate homestay agreements or policies.
If there is a conflict between these Terms of Use and a signed homestay agreement, the applicable homestay agreement will govern the homestay relationship to the extent permitted by law.
When submitting information to AHO, you agree that the information you provide is accurate and not misleading to the best of your knowledge.
You are responsible for notifying AHO if important information changes after submitting an application.
AHO may contact applicants to verify or clarify information provided.
AHO does not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or free from errors.
AHO may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website without prior notice.
The AHO website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources.
These third-party websites are not controlled by AHO.
AHO is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices, security, or policies of third-party websites or services.
You should review the terms and privacy policies of third-party services before using them.
Unless otherwise stated, the content of this website, including text, logos, graphics, photographs, design elements, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to AHO.
You may view and use the website for personal and informational purposes.
You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, or commercially use AHO website content without prior written permission, except where permitted by law.
AHO makes reasonable efforts to provide appropriate homestay information, matching, and support.
However, AHO does not guarantee:
That a student will be matched with a host family
That a host family will be matched with a student
That a particular homestay arrangement will meet every preference or expectation
That a particular homestay arrangement will continue for a specific period
That the website or its information will always be available or error-free
AHO takes student and host family safety seriously.
However, the AHO website and homestay services are not a substitute for emergency services, medical services, police services, or other professional assistance.
In an emergency, contact the appropriate emergency or professional service directly.
Students and host families should also follow any applicable emergency procedures and requirements provided by AHO, their school, or other relevant authorities.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, AHO will not be responsible for losses or damages arising from the use of this website or from reliance on general information provided on the website.
Nothing in these Terms of Use is intended to exclude or limit any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
AHO's collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal information are described in our Privacy Policy.
By using this website or submitting information to AHO, you acknowledge that you have had an opportunity to review our Privacy Policy.
AHO may update these Terms of Use from time to time.
Updated terms will be posted on this website with a revised effective date.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms of Use, to the extent permitted by law.
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta and the applicable laws of Canada.
Any dispute relating to these Terms of Use will be subject to the applicable laws and courts of Alberta, Canada, unless otherwise required by law.
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:
Alberta Homestay Organization (AHO)
Email: AlbertaHomestay.Org@Gmail.com
Website:
https://albertahomestay.org/
Effective Date: August 18, 2026
