Can I bring my family with me?
You will be staying in a student residence or homestay that can accommodate only you.
Faq Category: EXPLORE
Can I have someone stay overnight?
For health, safety, and security reasons, no visitors will be permitted overnight. Rules and guidelines will be provided upon your arrival.
Can I change lodging during the program?
Maybe. If there is a major issue, please contact your institution.
Can I share a room in student residence or a homestay with a friend if we are both accepted?
Maybe. If you and a friend are awarded places to the same institution and same session, contact the institution to find out how to share a room or a homestay. Either way, you’ll have a great experience!
What is the difference between a student residence and a university apartment?
Student residence: One or two participant(s) per dorm-style room, common spaces shared with several other participants. University apartment: Approximately two to four participants per apartment, a shared kitchenette and bathroom within the apartment.
Will I need to or be able to access my profile after I have submitted my application?
Yes, so make sure you remember your username and password to monitor your file, or to reapply to the Official Languages Programs.
Why are there just a few institutions appearing in the dropdown list of my application?
These are the institutions that accept participants in your age group, based on the date of birth you entered in your profile.
Why are there no institutions appearing in the dropdown list of my Explore application?
You may not meet the minimum age requirements for the 13–15- or 16–17-year-old sessions, based on the date of birth you entered in your profile. If this is your situation, please reach out to your provincial or territorial coordinator. If you believe that you do meet the age requirements, verify your date of birth in … Read more
Will my credit be automatically transferred to my home institution?
You will be responsible for all arrangements regarding your credit transfer. Check with your home institution before you start the Explore program.
Do I get credits for my participation in the program?
All institutions issue an official certificate of completion to program participants. However, obtaining a credit depends on whether your host institution offers a credit and whether your school, college, or university will accept that credit. Contact your home institution directly to determine whether such credit would be accepted.
How much is it to participate in Explore?
Government of Canada funding covers tuition, food, lodging, and most of the activities. Government of Canada funding does not cover: travel to and from your institution, the non-refundable registration fee, spending money for optional social activities and for personal items such as toiletries and souvenirs. For more information.
Can I be picked up at the airport or bus/train station?
If you are between 13 and 15, a chaperone will meet you at your point of arrival. However, chaperones may be available for participants in the 16–17-year-old age group. Contact your host institution for more information about chaperones and your arrival arrangements.
Can I arrive late, leave early, or miss a few days in the middle of the program?
You are expected to arrive and leave on the dates set by your institution. Late arrivals and early departures are not permitted.
How many credit hours will I get from the Explore program?
If your home institution accepts a credit from the Explore program, it will determine that credit’s equivalency (i.e., level and number of credits).
I won’t get credit for it. Why should I do the program?
It is still possible to get credit from your home institution, even if your host institution does not offer credit. To find out if this is possible, you can bring your certificate of completion, transcript, or language assessments to your home institution for consideration. Moreover, even if you don’t earn credit, your newly acquired language … Read more
I haven’t received my official certificate of completion or transcript for completing the Explore program. What do I do?
Contact your host institution for next steps.
I haven’t received my tax slip (T4, T2202A, Relevé 1, Relevé 8, etc.) for the Explore program. What do I do?
Contact your host institution for next steps.
I am not eligible for the Explore program. Can I still participate?
Many institutions accept participants who are not eligible for Explore funding. If you wish to attend a session, you must pay the cost of the program to the institution directly ($4,000 and up) and arrange for travel and personal expenses. Contact your desired institution for more information.
I am a Canadian citizen or permanent resident studying abroad. Am I eligible for Explore funding?
Yes. Complete your application well in advance (using your Canadian address) in order to give your home province or territory adequate time to process it. You may have to answer further questions or provide further documentation.
Is there a minimum or maximum age requirement to participate in Explore?
Yes. There are minimum age requirements for each session. Participants must meet the minimum age before or on the first day of the session. For Explore, the maximum age is 15 for the 13–15 age group and 17 for the 16–17 age group. For the 18+ sessions, there is no maximum age limit.
