interested in BIlleting a player for the 2025 Season? (July to november)
Become a Housing Partner with the Vancouver Island Raiders
The VI Raiders are proud to recruit talented athletes from local high schools and across Canada, the United States, and Europe. To support these players, we are seeking housing assistance through room rentals or billet families.
Hosting a VI Raider can be an incredibly rewarding experience for both the player and the host family. Many of these relationships grow into lifelong friendships, lasting well beyond the player's junior football career.
Housing Options
Room Rentals
Renting a house, apartment, or room offers an excellent housing solution for our more experienced players who prefer living independently.
A typical room rental includes:
A furnished room.
Access to the internet and amenities.
Occasional inclusion in family dinners and activities, depending on the arrangement.
The option to provide partial or full meals for an additional cost, or players may handle their own meal preparations.
Billeting
Billet families provide a home away from home for our players, especially younger athletes (ages 17-18) or those transitioning to independent living for the first time.
Billeting includes:
A furnished room, internet, and amenities.
Meals and occasional transportation as needed.
A supportive, family-like atmosphere to help players balance their athletic, educational, and personal goals.
The billet experience fosters a strong bond between families and players, creating lasting memories and connections.
What We Provide
Players contribute toward housing costs through room rentals or billet fees.
The VI Raiders offer two complimentary regular season tickets to all host families as a token of appreciation for their support.
Player Standards
Players are held to high standards, adhering to the team’s code of conduct, curfews, and house rules. They are responsible for:
Arriving on time for all appointments, practices, games, and team events.
Maintaining respect and accountability as model tenants.
While some players may have their own transportation, billet families may be asked to assist with transportation if needed. Please note that host families are not responsible for accommodating players’ visiting family or friends.
Join Our Housing Team
If you are interested in providing a room rental or becoming a billet family, we’d love to hear from you! Your support helps these young athletes succeed both on and off the field.
Contact Us
To learn more or to express your interest, please reach out to our Housing Coordinator at administration@viredraiders.ca
Together, let’s create a strong community of support for the VI Raiders!
