FAQ
Society Questions
 Canadian Friendship Exchange Society
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Paperwork
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Orphanages and Children
Orphanages
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| Children
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Travel in Russia or Kazakhstan
Travel
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| Food
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| Clothes
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Toiletries
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| Souvenirs
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| Baby Supplies
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Do's and Don'ts
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Canadian Friendship Exchange Society
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Orphanages
What am I expected to do at the orphanage?
What do the orphanages look like?
What are the staff like?
Do the staff at the orphanage speak English?
Can I give a donation to the orphanage?
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Children
Age
Ethnicity
Can I adopt more than one?
Can I adopt Siblings?
Will I know the child's history?
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Travel
How many times must I travel?
Do both parents have to travel?
What plane routes do I take?
How long do I have to stay?
Hotels & Homestays
Is it safe?
What if I lose my passport?
Do I have to speak Russian?
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Food
What kind of foods are in Russia?
How can I order if I don't speak Russian?
I have food allergies!
Will I be fed at my homestay?
Is there a restaurant at the hotel?
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Clothes
What should I wear?
What do I wear to the orphanage?
What do I wear to court?
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Toiletries
Can I buy toiletries there?
How do I find a bathroom?
How do I buy feminine products?
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Souveniers
What is the name of the stacking doll?
Should I buy something for my child?
Where should I buy Russian Hats?
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Baby Supplies
Where do I find diapers?
Where do I find baby food?
Should I bring supplies with me?
Should I bring oragel?
Will there be baby wipes there?
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Do's and Don'ts
Don't chew gum in public. It is considered rude.
Be respectful. Even in English. Several citizens understand English but are too shy to speak it.
