Kamloops-Thompson (SD73)

A public district in Kamloops, in BC's sunny, dry interior, where lakes, ski hills and ranch country give students four real seasons away from the crowded coast. Its International Student Program places learners in district-managed homestays, usually within walking or short bus distance of their school, and matches families to student interests. Secondary schools offer a full academic core with Advanced Placement, plus strong athletics and outdoor options. Because relatively few students share any one first language, the setting pushes daily English use and genuine immersion. For Taiwanese families, Kamloops is an affordable, safe, small-city alternative to Vancouver, with close support and a real Canadian community feel.