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Explore – Second Language Program
Intensive language immersion for English and French students
Last Update: April 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,760 - $ 3,850
Timeline
- Closing date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Explore – Second Language Program offers up to $3,850 per participant to support intensive French or English language immersion for eligible Canadian students. Funding covers tuition, instructional materials, meals, and lodging for in-person or virtual sessions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,850 $
- Minimum amount : 2,760 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- French language immersion for English-speaking students.
- English language immersion for French-speaking students.
- Virtual second-language learning options.
Documents Needed
- Government-issued ID
- Signed declaration form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
- Part-time and full-time students.
- Odyssey participants from the last two years.
Who is not eligible
- Students in Canada on a student visa.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition fees
- Instructional materials
- Meals and lodging
- Workshops and cultural activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel expenses
- Non-refundable registration fee
- Optional cultural activities
- Personal spending money
Eligible geographic areas
- Across Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications submitted by the deadline are entered into a randomized pan-Canadian draw.
- Unselected eligible applications may be placed in a wait pool.
- Applicants are notified by email if selected.
- Eligibility decisions are made by provincial or territorial education authorities, subject to participating institutions’ policies.
Additional information
- Sessions are available in both in-person and virtual formats, depending on participant availability and preference.
- The length of sessions varies by age group: 31–33 days for participants 16 and older, three weeks for ages 13–15.
- Odyssey program participants from the last two years are still eligible to participate in Explore.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Explore – Second Language Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Explore – Second Language Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Explore – Second Language Program?
The Explore – Second Language Program offers up to $3,850 per participant to support intensive French or English language immersion for eligible Canadian students. Funding covers tuition, instructional materials, meals, and lodging for in-person or virtual sessions.
How much funding can be received?
Explore – Second Language Program Funds up to $3,850 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Explore – Second Language Program program?
To be eligible for the Explore – Second Language Program program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Minimum age requirement
Current or recent student status
What expenses are eligible under Explore – Second Language Program?
French language immersion for English-speaking students.
English language immersion for French-speaking students.
Virtual second-language learning options.
Who can I contact for more information about the Explore – Second Language Program?
You can contact Canadian Heritage by email at olp-plo@cmec.ca or by phone at 1-877-866-4242.
Where is the Explore – Second Language Program available?
The Explore – Second Language Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Explore – Second Language Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Explore – Second Language Program is a Grant and Funding