Explore

The Explore program offers bursaries to Canadian students so that they can participate in intensive five-week language-learning courses in English or French at accredited institutions across Canada.

Delivered by: Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC)

Eligibility Information

Participants must meet the following requirements:

  • be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
  • have completed grade 11, or secondaire V in Quebec, or have begun post-secondary studies before the start of the course
  • have been enrolled as full-time students for at least one semester during the current academic year

Other criteria may apply.

Application Information

  • Applications and supporting documents must be submitted to the program coordinator in the student's province or territory of residence.
  • Application Form

Dates and Deadlines

  • Courses take place between May and September each year.
  • The annual deadline for submitting applications is February 28.

Related Information

  • Beginner, intermediate and advanced level courses are offered.