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A truly immersive language experience in Quebec
Choosing Quebec for a French immersive language stay means choosing the only French-speaking province in Canada. Learning French in Quebec means discovering a modern, living language spoken in many countries. Historically, despite the strong presence of English, French has maintained its vitality and established itself as a language deeply rooted in everyday life. Its omnipresence […]
Linguistic Insecurity in the Language Classroom: Why Are Learners Afraid to Speak?
Free translationWritten by Ferial Kerboua, French as a Second Language instructor in the non-credit language programs at UQAM and researcher in the Département de linguistique, Faculté de sciences humaines. In the fields of sociolinguistics and language pedagogy, linguistic insecurity refers to a feeling of discomfort or doubt experienced by a speaker when using a language […]
Discover the teams behind the language experience
Behind every language stay, there is a passionate team that imagines, prepares, and animates your experience in Montreal. Our dedicated pedagogical team is a collective of devoted individuals with a single goal: to help you progress quickly while enjoying an unforgettable summer.
At the Heart of Language Immersion Programs: Atmosphere, Connections, and Discovery
An Intercultural Immersion in Montreal Enjoy the pleasure of learning a language in a friendly atmosphere, with people from diverse backgrounds! Dare to meet others and embark on a journey to discover Montreal! We invite you to explore our various tools to help guide your choice and register for the language immersion program that best […]
Immerse yourself in cultural experiences
Each three-week language immersion program is unique. Discover the cultural activities offered outside the academic program, tailored to each session in July and August. Free activities are also included with every program.
Summer of 2025 was rich in learning
For the 2025 summer intensive language stays, we had the pleasure of welcoming nearly 200 students in the heart of Montreal. Every participant, contributed to enriching the experience of their group with their diversity and enthusiasm. Coming from North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, participants aged between 18 and 65, formed groups that were […]
Teaching Spanish with generosity and openness
Since 2011, Héctor Estrada has been teaching languages with a passion that transcends borders. Trained as an engineer, specialized in telecommunications management, and an avid academic traveler, he eventually chose to share his mother tongue, Spanish. He wanted to contribute to linguistic diversity and to the international success of people in the province of Quebec. […]
Teaching French with Passion
A Conversation with Iman Barakat Since 2017, Iman Barakat has been teaching French in Québec with contagious enthusiasm. Shaped by multiple cultures and disciplines, her path naturally led her to the teaching of French, a language she has cherished all her life. « C’est à travers le bénévolat que j’ai découvert le plaisir d’accompagner les apprenantes et […]
Learning English with Joy : Meet a Passionate Teacher
Since 2009, Gavin Twedily has been teaching English with contagious enthusiasm. After a career in technical writing, he decided to pursue a TEFL certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language). He describes this career change as “the best decision of my life.” What does Gavin Twedily enjoy most about teaching? The company of his students. […]
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