Grandmothers Campaign
Find A Bed

Find a bed below. Select the appropriate province and locations will be displayed:



Note there is a bed available in Hemet, California. See Vancouver listings for more information.

* Please note: When homes accept 2 or more people, "grannies" refers to members of Grandmother groups and their travel companions. Where indicated, some homes also accept family and friends of grannies who are not travelling with them. Suggested donations are per night and larger amounts are always welcome, especially when more than one person is accommodated. See listings below map.

For confidentiality reasons, map directions will only take you to the general area and not the specific location.


Alberta



CALGARY, City home with 2 upstairs bedrooms available, one with single bed, one spacious room with double futon bed, adjacent bathroom. Street parking. Max. 2 guests for max. 2 nights. No smoking/ no pets. Welcome to beverages and breakfast. Close to public transportation, shopping and Heritage Park. Walking distance to Glenmore Reservoir,a nature space in the city. Grannies/volunteers and companions welcome. Suggested donation $40.00 per night.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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CALGARY, raised bungalow in the far south part of city, with two guest bedrooms available in basement for max. 3 guests, max. 3 nights. One room has a queen sized bed and the other has a twin sized bed. Large bathroom near bedrooms for exclusive use of guests. Breakfast negotiable with sufficient notice. No smoking/ no pets. Cat in home. LRT 20 min walk from home, Spruce Meadows nearby. Calgary is also home to the famous Stampede. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: bevijs@telus.net

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HOLDEN
, farm 1/4 mile west of Holden, about one hour east of Edmonton, 2 guest bedrooms each with a double bed, for up to 4 guests, max. 2 nights. No smoking/ no pets. Grannies and their companions/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: mligard@hotmail.com

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SHERWOOD PARK, modern condo with one queen size bed in spare bedroom with own TV and adjacent guest bathroom, for 1-2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets/children. Building features exercise room, theatre, steam and sauna and games room.(Guests must be accompanied by a resident). Wifi available. Half an hour west on transit system to Edmonton, featuring the famous West Edmonton Mall, Fort Edmonton Museum/Park and other interesting tourist attractions and art galleries. Will accept friends referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35 per night for room; breakfast an extra $5 per guest.

Contact: jean44@shaw.ca

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British Columbia



ABBOTSFORD, One bedroom available in family home, for 1-2 guests, max. 3 nights. On Sumas Mountain, so near hiking, golfing, fishing etc. Fifteen minutes from the freeway but in treed rustic setting. About one hour to Vancouver. No smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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ABBOTSFORD, camping available on 11 acre organic farm 10 minutes from Abbotsford or Chilliwack. Use of bathroom in home. Near hiking, swimming. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Donation TBA.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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COMOX,
Two storey home within walking distance of Comox. Close to beaches, town, golfing and skiing in winter, for up to 2 guests. Max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35 per night.

Contact: sharwald@gmail.com

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COMOX, Modern house with back yard and deck. One room with queensized bed and en-suite bathroom for max. 2 guests, max. 2 nights. Simple breakfast provided. No smoking. Small dogs accepted. Not available August 2009. Close to Comox with restaurants, stores and beautiful harbour, beaches, hiking, whalewatching, golf and skiing at Mount Washington. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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COURTENAY,
Large waterfront house in the magnificent Comox Valley. Several extra beds, up to 4 guests for 3+ nights. No smoking, pets accepted. Top tourist destination with many attractions. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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COURTENAY, West Coast design home in the country on an acre of landscaped English garden with spectacular view of Comox Glacier on sunny days, open space kitchen, LR/DR, large deck, 2 BR, 2 bath, spare room has queen sized bed suitable for 1-2 guests for max. 3 nights, plus own bathroom and seperate den with phone TV and use of computer. No pets, smoking outside only. Very close to Mount Washington Ski Resort,downtown Courtenay,Comox Airport,and St Joseph’s Hospital. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: zulurobinson@shaw.ca

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GIBSONS, two level condo, 2 bedrooms and den on bottom floor, guest bathroom, for one guest for max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Sliding doors to patio. View from top floor of north shore mountains and local islands. Near several parks, hiking trails and many beaches, boat launch facilities, good restaurants, friendly people, paradise! Will accept family/friends referred by grannies. Suggested donation $25.

Contact: roseedden@yahoo.ca

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KAMLOOPS, medium sized family home offering 2 spare bedrooms with double beds for up to 3 guests for max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Simple breakfast included. Kamloops is a convenient stopping off spot between the Rockies and the coast. Close proximity to lakes, hiking, golf in summer and skiing in winter. Grannies and their families or SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: mmbaker@shaw.ca

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LANTZVILLE, 2 storey home on Vancouver Island with lower level bedsitting room plus bathroom for max 3 guests, max. 4 nights, pets accepted, no smoking. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: pmifflen@telus.net

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PENTICTON, family home in the peaceful community of Kaleden, 10 minutes south of Penticton, offers accommodation for up to 4 guests for max. 3 nights, breakfast included. Near beaches and beautiful Linden Gardens (8 acres of perennials and lunch café). No smoking/pets. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: sharonthomson@hotmail.com

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POWELL RIVER
, comfortable guest room with bathroom, Queen size bed for up to 2 guests, max. 2 nights. No smoking. Small pet accepted. 2 friendly dogs and cat in residence. Rural area with sea view north of Powell River. Taking a circle trip from or to Vancouver Island? Stop and discover the fabulous scenery of quiet Powell River. Whether you desire a kayak trip or a gourmet meal, you'll find it, and the locals are friendly. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: isazoo@shaw.ca

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POWELL RIVER
, two storey home with lower floor offering self contained suite with a bathroom and two bedrooms, kitchen and living room, for up to 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Great hiking and kayaking, canoeing, scenic boat trips on the ocean. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: carolheather@shaw.ca

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QUESNEL
, large home with a beautiful view of Dragon Lake and Dragon Mountain in the Cariboo Region of BC, 2 rooms on second floor, 1 with double bed, 1 with single plus air mattress space, private bathroom shared by both guestrooms, up to 4 guests (poss. more with air mattresses), simple breakfast provided, max. 2 nights, no smoking/pets, visit Bakerville Historical Town (1 hr drive) and Bowron Lake Provincial Park (1.5 hr away). Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: olivewalsh@shaw.ca

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SURREY, townhouse in gated community with gorgeous backyard. One queen size bed and one queen sized pullout plus futon in small area suitable for a child. Up to 4 guests for max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Close to White Rock beach, Crescent Beach, and the U.S. border crossing. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $75.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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VANCOUVER
, Nanaimo/First Ave. area, suite in lower level of home, 2 double beds for up to 4 guests, simple breakfast provided, near public transit, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets, limited availability. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40 or more.

Contact: paulineandbern@gmail.com

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VANCOUVER,
townhouse in North Vancouver in quiet area backing onto a creek at the foot of Mt. Seymour, 2 rooms with guest bathroom for up to 4 guests, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets, on bus route which takes 30 mins. to downtown Vancouver, short drive to Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Deep Cove, Sea Bus. Enjoy having guests, including friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: ajfroese@telus.net

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VANCOUVER, and HEMET, CALIFORNIA, home on Capilano River in West Vancouver, North Shore, close to downtown., spare room and bathroom suitable for up to 2 guests, max. 3 nights. Sunroom has extra sleeping space and wash basin. Lovely deck for quiet time, easy walk to shopping centre, restaurants, bus service and seaside park. No smoking/pets. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Not available mid-Nov-mid. Mar. Suggested donation $30 per night.

Contact: sysinbc@telus.net

Also, park model home in Hemet, California, approx. mid-Nov.-Feb, sunroom/guestroom for up to 2 guests, but note it is cool at nights.

Contact: sysinbc@telus.net

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VANCOUVER, duplex on the east side of Vancouver providing room for max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Steps to Commercial Drive with services such as banks, library, pool, shopping and restaurants. Bus and skytrain are closeby. Minutes to downtown. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: medb@telus.net

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VICTORIA
, central location right behind the Parliament Buildings, near Beacon Hill, Queen-sized bed, shared bath, in fourth floor apartment, kitchen privileges. park and ocean, parking available., max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets, not available Aug 24-Nov 20. Grannies or Granny groupies preferred. Suggested donation $25 per night.

Contact: annemoon@shaw.ca

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VICTORIA,
Family home in quiet area, 10 minutes from downtown, 1 km to ocean, 1 room with twin beds, with ensuite guest bathroom, for max. 2 people, kitchen privileges for breakfast, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Easy access to BC Museum, Maritime Museum, Naval Museum, Butchart Gardens, Legislative Building, whale watching, etc., many hiking and cycle trails. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: suepow@shaw.ca

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Manitoba



VIRDEN, country home half mile off #1 hwy, 1 hour west of Brandon, ideal for cross country travellers, 2 bedrooms for 2 people, no smoking/pets, Will accept friends/family referred by grannies.

Contact: irmamcdo@yahoo.ca

 


New Brunswick



FREDERICTON, Large 2 storey home close to downtown Fredericton. (30 min. walk or a short drive) offers 2 spare bedrooms, one king size and one double bed. Shared bathroom. Max. 2 guests for max. 2 nights. No smoking/pets. Allergy warning: We have 2 small dogs and 2 cats. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: rbreen@nbnet.nb.ca

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Newfoundland & Labrador

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Nova Scotia



CAPE BRETON ISLAND, 2 bdrms available in oceanside home perched on a cliff near beaches, trails, and celtic music. Up to 5 guests for max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. 30 private acres of seagrass sway in the wind and waves on the shore to lull you to sleep. On Celidh trail enroute to the famous Cabot Trail. 180 miles from airport in Halifax. Will accept family and friends referred by grannies. Suggested donation $50+.

Contact: 4bcooper@gmail.com

PORT HASTINGS, 3 bedroom custom post and beam home overlooking the ocean in Cape Breton Island, available in part or would consider nightly rental of the entire home if required. No smoking/pets. Donation would need to reflect accomodations. There are 2 full bathrooms, a deck, gardens and privacy.

Contact: 4bcooper@gmail.com



UPPER TANTALLON
, Large, fairly new Cape Cod home with 4 large guest bedrooms and shared bathroom on upper floor, 2 rooms each with double bed, 2 with queen sized bed, max. 8 guests, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets, on clean lake with good swimming (at own risk), car needed to enjoy area, easy drive to Peggy’s Cove, Halifax, Hubbards (20 mins), Lunenburg, Chester, Mahone Bay (40 mins), Liverpool, Shelburne 60-80 mins.

Not available in July. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40 per room.

Contact: jane.earle@eastlink.ca

Please reserve well in advance.

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Ontario



ARNPRIOR, quiet retreat -- century home with gardens and deck in older part of Arnprior (pop. 7000), double bed for max. 2 people in bright, spacious room with private bath (entire 3rd floor), simple breakfast provided. Max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Easy 70 km drive west of Ottawa on hwy. 417, short walk to downtown, short walk to forest, short walk to parks and to Madawaska and Ottawa rivers, nice for canoeing and walking. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40 per night.

Contact: those.lowes@sympatico.ca

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AURORA, condo backing onto treed conservation area in gated community, guest room in loft area with queen sized bed, bathroom and adjacent sitting area, max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Wonderland, McMichael Gallery, Unionville Village within 30 min. drive. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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BARRIE, large home with 2 bedrooms available, one with single, one with double bed, for max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights, shared bathroom, living room, kitchen. No smoking/pets. Walking distance to shopping malls, bus routes, restaurants, schools, etc. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $45.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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BELLEVILLE,
a new, fairly large 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow in a large subdivision just minutes from the 401 highway, making this home an ideal stop for travellers. Max. 2 guests for max. 2 nights. For those who like to shop, the Quinte mall is nearby and it is a short drive to the lovely Bay of Quinte. No smoking or pets. Grannies/SLF volunteers only Suggested donation $45.

Contact: anne_morrison5@yahoo.com

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BRANTFORD,
stucco and stone home with large driveway, close to the highway but in quiet neighbourhood. Room with double bed (and rollaway), private bathroom with a private deck sitting area right off the bedroom, for max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Hockey town Ontario, close to the Wayne Gretzky Centre and about 40 minutes from Port Dover, London and Kitchener.Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40 per night.

Contact: sandystreet@rogers.com

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BURLINGTON
, quiet 3-bedroom bungalow with 2 single bedrooms (shared bath) available on main level and a double with private bath in a properly finished basement. Max. 3 guests for max. 2 nights. No smoking/pets. Short drive to GO station, trains to Toronto every hour, journey of about 40 mins. Close to Royal Botanical Gardens (15 mins.), Niagara Falls (45 mins.) Toronto (45 mins.), Burlington downtown lakefront and beach (10 mins.) Bronte Creek Provincial Park, Streetcar Museum, Crawford Lake Conservation Area, Over 100 waterfalls in Hamilton (15 mins.) Umpteen wineries! Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: lynda@spiritwiseconsulting.com

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COLLINGWOOD, on water, fabulous condo with all the toys; 3 bedrms, 2 baths, for up to 4 guests, weekdays only, limited availability, coffee/tea, juice provided as well as self serve cold cereal/toast., max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35pp per night.

Contact: jocasey2008@hotmail.com

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INNISFIL, country home close to Barrie, offers comfortable accommodation with queen sized bed, own bath, for max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Tennis and pool on property,golf across the street. Walk to Lake Simcoe. 50 minutes from Pearson airport, 5 minutes to Go Stn. Owners grandparents and happy to provide breakfast. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: psouter@rogers.com

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KINGSTON, cozy brick home with garden, one guest room with double bed and shared bath for 1-2 people for max. 3 nights. Short drive or pleasant 20-minute walk to Kingston's charming shops, art galleries, restaurants, waterfront and cultural events in historic downtown centre. Beautiful hiking trails and lakes for canoeing and kayaking nearby. Can offer small breakfast. No smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: sjbodner@cogeco.ca

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KINGSTON, 38 yr old home in west end offering guest bedroom with double bed, (shared bathroom) and pull out couch in basement family room (with powder room) , for 1- 2 guests, max. 3 nights. Large yard and deck. No smoking, no pets - 2 resident cats. Lovely historic city on Lake Ontario within 30 mins drive of Frontenac Provincial Park for hiking and canoeing. Host paddles on dragon boat team. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $30 including breakfast.

Contact: kitchenja@hotmail.com

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NEPEAN, 3 guest rooms available, 2 with queen beds, 1 with 2 singles, in 4 br family home 5 mins walk to Ottawa River and sailing club, 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, shopping centre 10 mins walk away, bike paths to downtown. Max. 3 guests for max. 3 nights. Pets accepted. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $50 per night.

Contact: suewheeler@rogers.com

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OAKVILLE, three bedroom, two storey townhouse in small 12 unit development, quiet area 2 blocks from lake, large guest room with double bed suitable for up to 2 guests, max. 2 nights. 2 bathrooms in home, one with shower and massage tub, Not luxurious but clean and welcoming, 40 mins drive to Toronto or Hamilton, 90 mins to Niagara Falls. No smoking/pets. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: cathy.cuthbertson@sympatico.ca

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OTTAWA, second floor bedroom available with double bed, for up to 2 guests, max. 3 nights. Two sets of stairs to main entrance. No smoking/pets. In Hintonburg, close to several bus routes and 10-15 mins. by bus to downtown. Close to shopping and restaurants on lively Wellington Street. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40 per night.

Contact: vswinton@sympatico.ca

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OTTAWA, private bedroom with 2 single beds plus own bathroom, in executive home in central west area of city, for 1-2 guests for max. 3 nights. Very quiet. Parking available. No smoking/pets. Walking distance to Ottawa River parkway. Parliament buildings, museums, walking trails, Gatineau Hills and skiing all minutes away. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: denham4819@sympatico.ca

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OTTAWA, 4 storey home with powder room but no bedroom on the main floor, has 2 guest bedrooms available on  second floor, one with twin beds, one with queen, shared bathroom, and/or  lower level den with double Murphy bed and own bathroom,  for max. 5 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Pleasant garden to enjoy in the summer months. Centrally located near Dow's Lake, the World Heritage Rideau Canal and restaurants of the Corso Italia (Preston Street), close to bus routes to take you to all the museums, Parliament Buildings,  National Arts Centre and  National Gallery.  Neighbourhood is adjacent to the Glebe and is a 5 block walk to Bank Street. Several bikes available for use.  Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50. Host will match guest donation to SLF.

Contact: catherinebell@theottawahometeam.com

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OTTAWA, comfortable family home 5 mins. from the airport, in Hunt Club area, offers cheery guest bedroom overlooking golf course, plus own bathroom, for 1 guest for max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Lots of sights include Parliament Buildings, Market area, walking along Canal, and skating on Canal in Jan-Feb. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: larry.eveline@sympatico.ca

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PETERBOROUGH, century home with small garden and shady deck within walking distance of downtown, 2 rooms for max. 3 people, shared bathroom, simple breakfast provided, (in garden weather permitting,) max. 4 nights, no smoking indoors, cat –friendly dogs allowed, near shops, restaurants, movies, theatre and walking trails (uphill on way home!) Short drive to famous Lift Lock. Not available mid-Aug. ’08 to Jan. ’09. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $45 per night.

Contact: isandem@pipcom.com

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PETERBOROUGH, bungalow near new hospital, twin bedded room for 1-2 people, shared bathroom, max. 2 nights, no smoking/pets. Visit museum, art gallery, Lift Lock , zoo, restaurants, theatre, free summer concerts at Little Lake, boat cruises, canoeing, Trent U, Fleming C. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40 per night.

Contact: dswatkins@sympatico.ca

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ROBLIN, country home, upstairs room with ¾ bed for 1 guest for max. 3 nights, no pets/smoking, simple breakfast provided. 20 mins N. of Napanee/401. Heating/cooking done with wood. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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SAULT STE MARIE, Guest bedroom with double bed in 2 storey home, for 1-2 guests, max. 3 nights. No pets, no indoor smoking, but may smoke on large screened deck. Breakfast included. Will accept family/friends referred by grannies. Suggested donation $30.

Contact: donaldmj@shaw.ca

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ST. CATHARINES, Centrally located historic townhouse offering bedroom with double bed, satellite TV and private WC, max. 2 people for max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Close to the Penn Center Shopping Mall, Bruce and Merritt Trail System, Brock University and Niagara College/Glendale Campus. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35 per night.

Contact: krose@sympatico.ca

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TOBERMORY, waterfront cottage on Georgian Bay, bedroom with private bathroom for 1-2 people, max. 1 night, no smoking/pets, picturesque village near ferry to Manitoulin Island, Bruce Peninsula National Park, Fathom Five National Marine Park, diving, boating, kayaking, hiking. May-early Oct. only. Grannies group members only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: margthompson1@gmail.com

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TORONTO, comfortable guest bedroom in downtown co-op for 1-2 people for max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Very convenient for downtown tourist attractions, theatre, good transportation given easy access all over the city. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35 per night.

Contact: bmagder@interlog.com

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TORONTO, 1 and 1/2 storey, 1930's home in Swansea, offers guest room with a double bed on the main floor with a bathroom with a tub and shower beside it. 1-2 guests for max. 3 nights. Pets accepted. No smoking. Hosts’ bedroom is upstairs so guest would have privacy at night. Near Jane subway, High Park, Humber River, Lake Ontario, Bloor West shopping district. In ’06 hosted visitors to AIDS conference. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests

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TORONTO, Three storey home, quiet neighbourhood. Guest(s) have use of 2nd floor. One BR w/ double bed, 1BR w/ single bed, communal sitting area w/ desk, TV., bathroom shared by guests. Max. 3 guests for max. 3 nights. Parking in street. Wireless internet. A/C. Child-free. No smoking/pets. Great location in East York. 3min walk to GO train station. 7min walk to subway station. 4min walk to bus(2) and tram(1) stops. Bike routes nearby. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests

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UXBRIDGE, Bungalow on a half acre just outside Uxbridge, offering double bed and separate bathroom for 1 guest for max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests

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WATERLOO, 2 storey home in quiet neighbourhood of Colonial Acres, 1 guest room with double bed and bathroom across hall for 2 guests with potential for 2 additional family members on pull-out couch in den, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets (cat in home). Easy access to Conestoga Parkway/401, Conestoga Mall, lots of restaurants, 10 min. drive to U of W, Laurier, RIM. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50 per night.

Contact: tuxedocat1@mac.com

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WATERLOO, 2 storey house in quiet uptown neighbourhood offering 2 guest rooms each with double bed and private bath, for max. 4 guests, max. 2 nights. No smoking/pets (caged birds in home). Near University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, on bus route, near variety of restaurants. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $50.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests

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WAUBAUSHENE, Bungalow has double bed in bright basement bedroom with two piece bathroom adjacent, (shower upstairs) for max. 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Large area for parking, extensive gardens. On the shores of Georgian Bay of Lake Huron. A couple of restaurants nearby in Tay Township with more in Midland, 15 mins. away. Also 15 mins from the Martyrs' Shrine, Saint Marie Among the Hurons and the Wye Marsh Swan Sanctuary, all in Tay Township. Accessible on the Tay Trail by bicycle or walking. A few minutes more by car takes you to the Historic Harbour in Penetanguishene. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: myrtlegordon@rogers.com

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Prince Edward Island

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Quebec



MONTREAL, Room available for Grandmothers or their families in lovely Victorian House in downtown Montreal. Proximity to sightseeing, restaurants, shopping. No smoking or pets. Suggested donation $45 per night.

Contact: gabriellesampson@gmail.com

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MONTREAL, One bedroom available in family home (for 1 to 2 guests) for grandmothers or their families. Beside the Lachine Canal with its extensive network of bike paths, and close to downtown Montreal and the Atwater Market. No smoking or pets. Suggested donation $45 per night.

Contact: shearwater1@yahoo.com

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Saskatchewan



MAPLE CREEK, Four bedroom home in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, close to Fort Walsh Historic Park, The Great Sand Hills and more. 2 guest rooms, 1 queen sized bed, one twin bed. 3 guests, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Available from May 15 to September 15. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $40.

Contact: jean.macnab@gmail.com

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REGINA
, 3 bedroom bungalow (built 1974) in quiet residential area close to RCMP, Exhibition grounds and Taylor field, 2 guest rooms, one with double bed, one with single, for max. 3 guests, max. 3 nights, no smoking/pets. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $25.

Contact: lindataberner@yahoo.ca who will forward requests.

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REGINA, cozy older bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood, bedroom with a queen size bed in basement, bathroom is on the main floor, for max 2 guests, max. 3 nights. No smoking, pets accepted. Near Royal Sask. Museum, Prov. Legislative, RCMP Depot , Science Centre, Art Galleries, Wascana Park. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $20.

Contact: bwickstrom@sasktel.net

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SHELLBROOK, rural home 3 kms N. of Shellbrook, 50 kms W. of Prince Albert, offering a double bed and 1/2 bath downstairs and 2 single beds upstairs with 1 1/2 bath, for max. 4 guests, max. 3 nights. Hot tub on deck. No smoking. Non-aggressive dogs welcome, host has 2 primarily indoor dogs. Ideal site for bird watchers. Working art studio and gallery on site. Long and short scenic walking trails. Close to Honeywood Heritage Nursery, on scenic route to Prince Albert National Park and easy driving distance to Historic sites such as Batoche, Fort Carlton, and Battleford. Will accept friends/family referred by grannies. Suggested donation $35.

Contact: riverview_arts@yahoo.ca

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Yukon



WHITEHORSE, Modern 1 bedroom apartment near the College, Art Centre, and Archives. Splendid views of wilderness but 4 minutes from city centre. Miles of trails to explore with resident bears, wolves, eagles and horned owls. 1 guest, max. 3 nights. No smoking/pets. Grannies/SLF volunteers only. Suggested donation $20 per night.

Contact: bonniedalziel@gmail.com

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