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LiveDifferent provides mental wellness programming to schools all across Canada. It's one more way we try to empower young people with a sense of value, purpose, and responsibility. Each year, our two teams of passionate young people tour full-time from coast to coast; their presentations include a mix of personal stories, videos, crowd interactions, Circles sessions and more.

The importance of billets From September to May, we manage to visit nearly 300 schools and reach up to 100,000 students. For this program to operate successfully, we rely heavily on the generosity of others to help our teams find places to stay for an evening (or more). As a charity, it's just not possible for us to book hotel rooms everywhere we go, so most of the time we gratefully stay in people's homes, churches, schools, etc.

Reviews from our Billets

5 stars

Always fun and interesting.

4 stars

My family enjoyed meeting them; they were fun, kind, very understanding, and grateful for what we had to provide for them.

N. I.
Langley, BC

5 stars

Highly respect the messages these young adults share. Great group of individuals.

L. K.
Paradise Hill, SK

5 stars

They were lovely! Clean, respectful, considerate, and clear communicators.

M. L.
Vancouver, BC

5 stars

Was sad to see them leave... Beautiful people! This group went above and beyond to help where they could. Our children are 16 and ...

D. S.
Dunster, BC

5 stars

They were a wonderful group! We loved our interactions with them. The sharing of our respective stories around youth and the chall...

D. E.
Edmonton, AB

5 stars

The team was super good at interacting with us and it was a joy to have them.

A. V.
Palgrave, ON

5 stars

They were polite and helpful. I enjoyed hearing about their roles and backgrounds. They even interacted nicely with our daughter w...

M. B.
Collingwood, ON

5 stars

Everyone was lovely. They offered to help out where they could. We had wonderful conversations and lots of laughter.

C. G.
Campbellford, ON

5 stars

They are a wonderful bunch! Please keep up the good works!

K. R.
Dryden, ON

5 stars

It was a pleasure having them.

E. K.
Winkler, MB

5 stars

Rhiannon, Emily, Esteban, and Curtis were awesome during their stay with us. They are an amazing team!

J. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

All 3 billets were lovely, friendly, incredibly helpful, and respectful. It was a real treat to have them.

A. N.
Regina, SK

5 stars

Fantastic team.

D. P.
Miramichi, NB

5 stars

Such a great team!

G. A.
Riverview, NB

5 stars

Very enjoyable evening with the team.

L. A.
Bassano, AB

5 stars

Awesome people, awesome presentation, engaging!

R. P.
Burgeo, NL

5 stars

They were a lovely group of people to share meals with and chat with. We enjoyed their conversation. They were polite and helpful ...

J. A.
Penticton, BC

5 stars

We had a wonderful time with them. Friendly, outgoing, and willing to get involved (set table, dinner prep...).

K. W.
Mackenzie, BC

5 stars

These young people are a stand-up example of positivity and what being a good human should be. We would encourage anyone to open t...

B. S.
Valemount, BC

5 stars

It was such a wonderful experience. The team was awesome.

J. M.
Prince George, BC

5 stars

5 star review! We miss them already. Everyone was so lovely and very respectful, clean, and quiet.

K. D.
Fredericton, NB

5 stars

The family really enjoyed the teams' visit.

R. W.
Martensville, SK

5 stars

Andreas and I found Brittany, Sienna, and Sterling to be delightful. They connected and engaged with us and embraced the opportuni...

A. M.
Sioux Lookout, ON

5 stars

Rhiannon, Angela, Esteban, and Emily are amazing people and they are an incredible asset to Live Different. It was wonderful meeti...

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

The team were excellent ambassadors for Live Different and were a delight to have stay with us.

C. M.
Barry's Bay, ON

5 stars

None at all. I am very happy to see the teams in reliable and safe vehicles now!

D. S.
Dunster, BC

5 stars

We have billeted Hasan and his team several times this past year and enjoyed hearing of their amazing experiences.

J. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

Loved having the team stay with us. Will definitely do it again. Super respectful and great conversations.

U. V.
Valemount, BC

5 stars

It was a pleasure to host Hasan and his team.

J. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

They were so kind, fun, and respectful. My kids loved having them. They cleaned up after themselves. Can't wait to host them again...

M. R.
St Catharines, ON

5 stars

Team was great!

J. H.
St. Catharines, ON

5 stars

We were happy with the interactions with Tristen, Chloe, and Tony. They were very respectful of our space. We loved having them he...

L. A.
Bassano, AB

5 stars

Husine and his team were awesome!

J. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

They were lovely!

A. B.
Cumberland, BC

5 stars

Everyone on the team was truly wonderful, and the experience was enriching for us all—including our two-year-old.

R. I.
MANOTICK, ON

5 stars

Lovely team. It was amazing being able to give back. Mosely experienced so much generosity on our tour back in 2013. Mat and I are...

D. P.
Ottawa, ON

5 stars

Very friendly and engaging group!

T. B.
Sault Ste. Marie, ON

4 stars

Overall it was a great experience!

N. B.
Brandon, MB

5 stars

The team was so wonderful. It was great to meet them and learn about their plans.

T. S.
Lethbridge, AB

5 stars

The team was lovely. They arrived when they said they would, were engaging and respectful, tidy, and very easygoing.

C. M.
Victoria, BC

5 stars

We really enjoyed having the 5 young adults. They were kind and respectful for sure and visited with our extended family as well. ...

R. P.
Clairmont, AB

5 stars

They showed up at my mom's door initially instead of mine! It was no big deal for anyone, but my mom was impressed and commented o...

A. M.
Regina, SK

5 stars

We have opened our home several times for 'Live Different' and each time has been a great experience. Thank you for allowing us to...

J. M.
Black Point, NS

5 stars

It's always fun to have the young people, adds a bit of excitement to our day!

K. R.
Dryden, ON

5 stars

They were really nice “kids.” Very polite and appreciative. They even cleared the dishes and cleaned up after dinner!

J. K.
Vancouver, BC

5 stars

I have hosted Live Different teams for 5+ years and have yet to have any difficulties. I think it would be nice for the team to sh...

V. C.
Logy Bay, NL

5 stars

Billets in Newfoundland have to be flexible. We had the team for an extra two nights.

E. H.
Steady Brook, NL

4 stars

Great team to host; we left them to relax and have some alone time.

S. K.
St. John's, NL

5 stars

They were wonderful. We loved having them and were delighted to have them visit when they passed through going back west.

J. P.
Fredericton, NB

5 stars

All team members were very personable—well trained in social skills and mannerisms. Bob and I noted how respectful, loving, and ...

C. H.
Point Leamington, NFLD

5 stars

I had a large catering event happening while the team was here and I offered them a donation if they helped us out. They did a gre...

5 stars

Jackson and his team were all very engaging, courteous, and helpful during their stay with us!

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

Our experience with the West Team was amazing! They were a great group of individuals dedicated to making our world a better place...

K. F.
Winnipeg, MB

4 stars

Austin was such a happy, easy-going leader. The team was a pleasure to have. They were quite thrilled to do some artwork and that ...

J. A.
Penticton, BC

5 stars

We always look forward to LD tour teams. Austin's team was yet another positive experience.

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

I and my boys love interacting with all the teams and sometimes showing them things they might like to try.

J. H.
Meadow Lake, SK

5 stars

It was great to see Austin again. Always enjoy hosting your road teams.

M. A.
Slave Lake, AB

5 stars

They were lots of fun and very interactive and seemed grateful for the place to stay! I enjoyed their visit.

S. M.
Sioux Lookout, ON

5 stars

Austin was excellent in keeping us informed of when they would be leaving in the mornings and coming back in the evenings. They he...

E. H.
Steady Brook, NL

5 stars

They were a delight!

B. N.
Grand Falls Windsor, NL

5 stars

Love the philosophy of the organization. It's nice to help out such a great group.

Y. W.
Moose Jaw, SK

5 stars

They are returning soon and we're pleased.

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

We hosted the whole group; Austin is a wonderful team leader. This group was always respectful, engaged my children, and were fun ...

M. O.
New Minas, NS

5 stars

We really enjoyed hosting the East Team over Thanksgiving. It was great to get to know the team a little more over the weekend. Th...

A. O.
Aulac, NB

5 stars

They were like a well-oiled machine! Adapted to my small house and big dog.

B. C.
Moose Jaw, SK

5 stars

The team was very respectful and left everything the way they found it. I did not have to clean up after them.

B. F.
Hamiota, MB

5 stars

We always have a good time when the teams are here.

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

Gina and her team were wonderful guests. For being very early in the tour, they were a well organized and seemingly experienced cr...

L. S.

5 stars

We loved having the team! It was our pleasure to have them in our home.

M. L.
Thunder Bay, ON

5 stars

It was so nice to billet Austin and Rebecca's team! We enjoyed having them stay with us. They were all very polite, helpful, engag...

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

Love those young adults! They are amazing people!

K. W.
Oshawa, ON

5 stars

It was so nice to billet Austin and Rebecca's team! We enjoyed having them stay with us. They were all very polite, helpful, engag...

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

We enjoyed the team and they were very easy to have.

M. C.

5 stars

We have hosted teams three or four times and never had any problems. They are all great individuals!

L. R.
Coquitlam, BC

5 stars

Love our recent team. (Loved the others last year too.)

D. J.
Lower Cape, NB

5 stars

We enjoy having the teams! Keep up the great work!

A. O.
Aulac, NB

5 stars

Lovely group. It was a very positive group with a good energy vibe and exquisite manners.

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

We have billeted many of the Live Different teams and have enjoyed hosting some of the nicest, most conscientious young people eit...

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

The young people were great to deal with and we would be glad to have them back!

K. R.
Dryden, ON

5 stars

Both teams were great and lots of fun!

W. H.
Winnipeg, Manitoba

5 stars

As always, it was a joy and a pleasure to host the team.

C. S.
Calgary, AB

5 stars

Wonderful people. We hope they enjoyed their stay too.

W. L.
Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, QC

5 stars

Always a pleasure. We were sorry to see the big black bus pull away. The house was very quiet, too quiet.

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

This was our first experience billeting a team and we really enjoyed meeting them. They were a pleasure to have and we would enjoy...

A. O.
Aulac, NB

5 stars

We were informed of the time the team would be arriving and received updates of their progress.

S. H.
Berwick, Nova Scotia

5 stars

Wonderful young adults! We happily invited them back to stay with us the second night when they were traveling through NB again.

D. J.
Lower Cape, NB

5 stars

They were very friendly and respectful! Always tidied up after themselves. I got to see their show and it was amazing as well.

A. M.

5 stars

Everything went very well. I especially appreciated the prompt responses to my questions, as it allowed me to schedule their comin...

L. R.
Coquitlam, BC

5 stars

I had no problems at all and they were very respectful of myself and my home.

S. P.
Sydney, NS

5 stars

Always enjoy having the road team stay with us. What a wonderful team of motivated youth that represent Live Different in such a p...

W. B.
Minesing, ON

5 stars

Steve, Gina, Tayler, Maryssa, Andrew, Gordon, and Jon were a great group to billet. Enjoyed their conversations with us!

L. L.
Kanata, ON

5 stars

They were great! Love being a billet.

P. G.
Belle River, ON

5 stars

No concerns, just enjoyed their company. Very well-mannered youth and very interesting.

T. B.
Eskasoni, NS

5 stars

Great team, their stay with us was too short.

D. A.
Spruce Grove, AB

5 stars

This team was very chill, low maintenance, respectful but fun.

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

They were perfect guests.

D. P.
Prince Albert, SK

5 stars

They didn't stay long enough. Great group of people that I can't wait to see again :)

L. G.
Saskatoon, SK

5 stars

The team was awesome. They were clean, courteous, and super good with the boys. We had tons of fun chatting in the evening and han...

D. B.
Brandon, MB

5 stars

Great experience for all.

S. H.
Berwick, Nova Scotia

5 stars

What a great group of people. Enjoyed getting to know them and hosting them.

E. K.
Winkler, MB

5 stars

The team helped out around the home (they even helped us stack our wood!). They all joined in the Dutch Blitz games in the evening...

P. M.
Barry's Bay, ON

5 stars

This was our 3rd time hosting—another great group of young adults. Would not hesitate to host again.

D. L.
Elliot Lake, ON

5 stars

I love hosting the teams, and I can't wait to have my own house and billet teams in the future. Live Different has given me so muc...

L. G.
Saskatoon, SK

5 stars

Your team was amazing. A great group of kids that were an amazing example for my child.

S. R.
Flin Flon, MB

5 stars

This was the best team yet. Jamie's groups are always an excellent example of respectfulness, cleanliness, and positive interactio...

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

An amazing group of high energy, personable, well-mannered young people. Their impressive humanitarian efforts, enthusiasm, and pa...

M. H.
Beaumont, AB

5 stars

Their visit was wonderful. They were engaging, helpful, and a pleasure to have with us in our home!

E. C.
Beaumont, AB

5 stars

Fun time. Would do it again.

K. V.
Lindell Beach, BC

5 stars

It was a pleasure to have them in our home. We love hosting the teams and have always had great experiences. The group went above ...

B. S.
Calgary, AB

4 stars

It was a pleasure to host Team 2! They were friendly, respectful and appreciative, and above all, sooo passionate about their work...

L. R.
Coquitlam, BC

5 stars

The teams are so well managed by Jamie. They are helpful, interesting, fun, and thoughtful. We have loved being a billet family.

M. G.
Richmond, BC

5 stars

I have always found the teams to be incredibly respectful and polite. They are an amazing group of young adults.

B. T.
Ottawa, ON

5 stars

Every member of the team showed ultimate respect for us, their hosts, and we were especially impressed with how respectful and sup...

S. H.
Berwick, Nova Scotia

5 stars

They are a wonderful, engaging group of adults. I would host again.

J. J.
Kincaid, SK

5 stars

The team is wonderful in every way! Always love having them!

M. B.
Kingston, ON

5 stars

I am always amazed at how respectful and caring all participants are.

J. S.
Sioux Lookout, Ontario

5 stars

Loved having the group here last Tuesday. Very respectful, nice, helpful youth. A pleasure to have here, would welcome them anytim...

W. B.
Minesing, ON

5 stars

We really enjoyed having them with us!

S. M.
Sioux Lookout, ON

5 stars

Our family always enjoys spending time with the Live Different teams. What a great bunch they are! They were very appreciative, ne...

S. J.
Echo Bay, ON

5 stars

They were wonderful. Engaging, respectful, appreciative.

D. M.
Winnipeg, MB

5 stars

What a great bunch of kids! They were friendly, neat, very grateful and really helpful as well. It was a pleasure having them in o...

S. J.
Echo Bay, ON

5 stars

It's wonderful to see a group of young people who know where they're going in life and have direction and purpose. This is the thi...

C. M.
Pleasantville, NS

5 stars

They were great! We'd love to host again.

N. D.
Chilliwack, BC

5 stars

Johnny, Brittany, Ursula, and Jordan were great to host! They were very friendly and if I had a bigger house I would host them all...

C. P.
Sydney, NS

5 stars

The team was engaging, polite, responsible, grateful, and encouraging. It was a wonderful experience.

M. G.
Richmond, BC

5 stars

We totally enjoyed having your team stay with us. It was a privilege to have the girls here. They also invited us to the show at t...

C. C.
Williams Lake, BC

5 stars

Wonderful group... thoroughly enjoyed having them stay with us.

A. O.
Calgary, AB

5 stars

The team members made me proud at the school presentation, demonstrated kindness to our family, petted our dogs endlessly, and ins...

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

It was such a great experience being able to give back to this organization. The team was so friendly and kind, and we thoroughly ...

M. A.
Slave Lake, AB

5 stars

They were like part of our family. A privilege to have them stay at our house and with our family. They were full of energy and ve...

M. P.
Frontier, SK

5 stars

It was great having them stay over. Great bunch of guys you got going across the country.

M. S.
Brandon, MB

5 stars

Only that they couldn't stay longer! We love Live Different!

S. G.
Wynyard, SK

5 stars

As always, they took care of themselves and cleaned up after themselves. The team was very engaging and easy to host.

C. C.
Sydney, NS

5 stars

Awesome as usual! Another great bunch.

H. R.
St. Phillips, NL

5 stars

This team was very mature and interactive with our family—very impressed and loved them all!

D. S.
St. Johns, NL

5 stars

The team members were friendly, respectful, and helpful. They reaffirmed my confidence in our youth of today. This group was very ...

L. O.
Stirling, ON

5 stars

It was great having the team stay with us; they bring so much joy and energy with them. It is always sad to see them leave.

B. S.
Calgary, AB

5 stars

All was wonderful. A great group of young adults.

K. M.
Winnipeg, MB

5 stars

All teams have been good so far but was amazed by this group. They were super respectful to my husband and me, but what I found tr...

A. M.
Stillwater Lake, NS

5 stars

They were a wonderful bunch of young people who were a pleasure to host.

N. T.
St. John's, NL

5 stars

It was an extremely enjoyable experience to welcome this team to our home and community.

T. B.
Ramore, ON

5 stars

None at all. They were a pleasure to host. Great group. Lots of fun.

K. M.
Winnipeg, MB

5 stars

Our time with Team Two was absolutely fabulous! As a family we were disappointed that we only got to have them for one night! It w...

R. D.
Winnipeg, MB

5 stars

It was a great experience hosting them. A really great group of young people. You would never even know that they had been there a...

E. L.
Thetford Mines, QC

4 stars

It was wonderful to be able to help. We had a lovely time with the team and were glad to have the opportunity to get to know them ...

S. W.
Mayfield, PEI

5 stars

We enjoyed having the team stay at our house. Your leaders of the group were excellent; we would welcome another group to stay aga...

5 stars

It was a blast having them visit! They were so much fun and really kind!

5 stars

The fact that there are still young people like this gives me hope for the future. They are a joyful, cohesive group determined to...

M. G.
Richmond, BC

5 stars

The team were so easy to have around and great fun. They were also flexible and happy to eat at another house one night, even thou...

P. M.
Barry's Bay, ON

4 stars

They were fine, polite, and all went very smoothly.

S. F.
New Carlisle, QC

5 stars

The team was fun to have over and super respectful!

S. R.
Williams Lake, BC

5 stars

They were all a pleasure to have. We only had half the team (no band members) although we had almost all for dinner one evening. T...

J. A.
Penticton, BC

5 stars

They were very outgoing and great to have around.

K. D.
Sylvan Lake, AB

5 stars

No problems whatsoever, we love having them stay. Our house is always open to any road teams coming through Calgary. Our house com...

B. S.
Calgary, AB

5 stars

They were polite, engaging, a friendly group of individuals.

B. M.
Marathon, ON

5 stars

We really enjoyed the group of young people ... they were very helpful and entertaining.

J. S.
Sioux Lookout, Ontario

How the billeting process works

Frequency

Whether you want to see us once a year or you'd rather invite us over more often, we guarantee you'll have a fun time hosting our road teams.

Length of stay

We don't want to overstay our welcome! Our teams will stay in a billet's home a maximum of 3 nights.

Number of team members

Our teams usually consist of 4-5 young people inspired to make a difference, including a LiveDifferent staff member and a few volunteers. They are all extremely grateful to folks who choose to open up their homes while they’re on the road.

Locations

We travel from coast to coast, so chances are we will land in your town or city at some point!

Your impact

As a billet, you allow LiveDifferent to save over $200,000 a year by not staying in hotels and around $110,000 a year in food cost. All of these savings go towards our youth programs!

Compensation

Score some tax benefits for your generosity! You’ll receive a charitable tax receipt for each night you host our teams, and if you provide them with meals, we’ll include that too.

Become a billet and help support LiveDifferent's programming for youth across Canada