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Algonquin College and SpacesShared create new homesharing option for students

Algonquin College is proudly teaming up with SpacesShared, an innovative online homesharing platform, to help solve the growing challenge of affordable student housing on its Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke campuses. 

SpacesShared uses an online platform and a team of people to match students who are looking for safe and affordable homesharing with hosts. This service is now available to Algonquin College students.

"We're delighted to work with SpacesShared because it will provide additional housing options to our learners," said Brittany Moore, Algonquin College Student Housing Co-ordinator. "Where you choose to live during your studies is an important decision and different options serve different needs for different learners. SpacesShared is an option for learners looking for a specific residential, home-like setting that offers a safe, social and affordable option." 

"Students need safe, affordable places to live," said Rylan Kinnon, CEO of SpacesShared. "With inflation and an increase in loneliness, adults and older adults can address these issues while also helping the next generation achieve their goals." 

Students are in safe hands with SpacesShared. As standard practice, SpacesShared verifies the identity of each host and confirms that the host lives in the home. The SpacesShared team conducts a criminal background check on each host before the homesharing agreement is finalized. 

If you have a spare bedroom, it could give you some extra income, while you give back to your community. If you are a student, homesharing can help set you up for success now and in the future. 

"We know that opening your home up to a stranger can be hard - but if we've done our job right, your guests won't feel like strangers for long. We created SpacesShared so you can make a connection for life, and we will help with that," said Kinnon. "If you're interested in homesharing, curious, or think it could be good for you, try it for a month. Try it for a semester. You might really enjoy it." 

Algonquin College and SpacesShared invite those who are interested in becoming hosts or seeking more information to visit SpacesShared website or connect with Brittany Moore at mooreb2@algonquincollege.com.