Youth Hostels/YWCA/YMCA 
Hostelling is a temporary and inexpensive way to stay in major cities. Accommodation is basic but economical, and primary facilities (toilets, baths and kitchens) are shared. Rates are calculated daily, and costs are less than other accommodation choices. 

Average cost of a room in a hostel: $10 - $20 CDN per night. 

Homestays 
Many Canadian families welcome international students. This may be an effective way for you to improve your English or French, learn about daily life in Canada, and meet new, friendly people. Homestays also offer a more stable and secure environment for younger people coming to study in Canada. 

Prices will vary according to location, and some homestay services will charge an initial placement fee of up to $200 CDN. 

Residence/Dormitory 
Many schools have accommodation conveniently located on or near their campus. Rooms can vary in size and in quality, and many dormitories have shared kitchens, toilets, showers and laundry facilities. There is usually an option of having either a shared or private room, and dormitories are usually separated by gender.

Average cost of residence/dormitory rooms: $3,000 - $7,500 CDN per school year. 

Renting 
Renting is an option open to students, but price, quality and availability vary greatly. Rents are often quite high in the major cities, and places are not always available. Many students share accommodation to keep costs down and usually find places to meet their needs and preferences. Many schools offer an off-campus housing service, which can provide affordable listings that are near the campus. 

Average cost of shared accommodations in Canada: $250 - $700 CDN monthly.