Custodianship – Burlington College

At Burlington College, any registered student under the age of 19 is required to have a Canadian custodian by Canadian law. An authorized custodian for Burlington College will provide the supervision and care that a parent would provide to the students. Being a custodian can be a most interesting and rewarding experience for a Canadian family.
An authorized custodian for Burlington College students is expected to meet the qualification criteria, to assume the responsibilities, and to comply with relevant college policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

Be patient, caring and love children
Canadian Permanent Resident or Canadian citizen
Over 25 years old
Flexible schedule to assume the custodian responsibilities
Canadian Criminal Record Check
To provide a Notarized copy of the standard “Custodianship Declaration” form
90% of residence time in Canada

RESPONSIBILITIES

On-going communication with homestay family
Bi-weekly visit to the student’s homestay family
To assure the homestay family assume their duties
On-going communication with college regarding student supervision and care Monitoring student bi-weekly reports
Attendance at college meetings regarding student performance (absence, travel, fieldtrip, academic issues, personal issues, etc.)
Attendance at Burlington parent-teacher meetings/events
On-going communication with parents
To assure the student’s Medical Insurance coverage and premium payment is up to date
To assure the student’s Study Permit and Canadian Visa is up to date