About Us

Founded on February 1, 2008, Louise Kaye began a mission to offer international students quality programs and exceptional host families. With over 50 years of combined experience in the homestay business, Louise Kaye leads a team dedicated to providing you with the best possible program.

At Elite Canadian Homestay, we envision creating memories that last a lifetime, fostering lifelong friendships between students and host families. Our experienced staff shares a belief in the transformative power of understanding and friendship, breaking down racial and cultural barriers for a better world.

We strive to place students in safe, secure, and quality homes while ensuring their time in Canada is both enriching and secure. Our trained teachers offer ESL classes designed to make the most of their time in Canada.

Who we are

Louise Kaye

Company Founder

With over 50 years of experience in the homestay industry, Louise is the founder of Elite Canadian Homestay.

Marilyn Cartwright

Program Coordinator

Over the past decade Marilyn has served as a homestay parent, assistant coordinator and now programme coordinator. She is well know for organizing extra outings and craft nights with an energetic, fun and outgoing personality. Marilyn has 1 daughter and 4 grandchildren.

Zoey (Huimin) Yang

Regional Manager, Program Coordinator

Since 2018, Zoey has warmly hosted numerous students in her home, where her twin boys currently reside. She loves the program, and maintains excellent contact with host families via Facebook and Whatsapp.

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