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Explore
Immersive second-language learning across Canada
Latest source updateLast Update: July 18, 2026Latest change: Explore now shows application portals opening on September 14, 2026, replacing the prior late-application message.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 18, 2026
Latest change: Explore now shows application portals opening on September 14, 2026, replacing the prior late-application message.
Explore intake date updated
The Explore landing page now shows that application portals open on September 14, 2026. It also replaces the earlier note about checking whether late applications were still being accepted with an intake-status message. A supporting Explore spring sessions timeline PDF was also revised, but its visible application dates and deadline content otherwise match the prior version. The main material change is the updated intake timing on the Explore page.
Funding available
$ 2,760 - $ 3,850
Deadline
Closed
Location
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Canada
Overview
Explore supports immersive second-language learning across Canada. Funding amounts are up to $3,850 for participants aged 16 and older and $2,760 for participants aged 13 to 15, covering tuition, materials, meals, and lodging.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,850 $
- Minimum amount : 2,760 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- English or French second-language immersion learning
- Level-specific classroom learning using communicative and experiential methods
- Group projects, conversation, discussions, debates, cultural activities, and trips
Documents Needed
- Confirmation of Enrolment from your home institution
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens
- Permanent residents
- Full-time or part-time students in post-secondary institutions
Who is not eligible
- Students in Canada on a student visa
Eligible expenses
- Program tuition
- Course materials
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Workshops and other mandatory activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- The non-refundable registration fee of $275
- Meal supplements for vegetarians, vegans, or special diets due to religious, cultural, athletic, etc. reasons
- Expenses related to pre-existing medical conditions
Selection criteria
- Eligible applications are entered in the pan-Canadian draw
- Eligible applications not selected in the draw may be placed in a wait pool
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose sessions
- Review available sessions and select your top three choices.
- Step 2: Create or sign in to your profile
- Use the OLP-PLO portal or mobile app to access your account.
- Step 3: Complete the application
- Fill in the online form and confirm it.
- Print the application and declaration form.
- Have the declaration signed by an authorized person at your school.
- Sign the declaration and obtain a parent or guardian signature if under 18.
- Step 4: Upload supporting documents
- Upload the signed declaration form and required ID documents in your profile.
- Step 5: Submit and monitor status
- Submit before the deadline and check your profile and email for updates.
Processing and Agreement
- You will know within 24 hours whether you were selected or placed in the wait pool
- If you receive an offer, accept it; the institution will contact you once you have accepted
- You may refuse the offer and ask to be placed in the wait pool
- Eligibility decisions are made by provincial or territorial ministries or departments
Additional information
- Explore is accredited by the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Explore Program
What is the Explore?
Explore supports immersive second-language learning across Canada. Funding amounts are up to $3,850 for participants aged 16 and older and $2,760 for participants aged 13 to 15, covering tuition, materials, meals, and lodging.
How much funding can be received?
Explore Funds up to $3,850 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Explore program?
To be eligible for the Explore program, you must:
Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Full-time or part-time students in post-secondary institutions may qualify for the Explore bursary
Applicants must have completed Grade 12 and be 19 years old before the program begins
What expenses are eligible under Explore?
English or French second-language immersion learning
Level-specific classroom learning using communicative and experiential methods
Group projects, conversation, discussions, debates, cultural activities, and trips
Who can I contact for more information about the Explore?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at olp-plo@cmec.ca or by phone at 1-877-866-4242.
Where is the Explore available?
The Explore program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Explore?
Explore is funded by Government of Canada