Mainly there are two options for students, on-campus and off-campus.
On-campus accommodations are accommodation are managed by the university or college. Students apartments, dorms and student housing are examples for on-campus accommodations. This usually offers closes location to campus, safest option for newcomers and bit more expensive.
Example of off-campus accommodations is finding private rental accommodation or finding a room for rent. This usually the least expensive option, however, this is your responsibility to inspect, understand your location, tenancy agreement and your rights. Depending on the accommodation you choose this could be furnished or unfurnished.
Room for rent in Vancouver
Another alternative is homestay, accommodation, which offers family living style and opportunity to learn the country's culture. Homestay accommodation will usually include meals as well. Some of them do offer airport pick up
Homestay in Vancouver
And as always for everything else, watch out for scammers.