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Odyssey – Language Assistant Program
Paid language assistant work experience in Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 10, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Odyssey is a paid, nine-month language assistant program for postsecondary students. It offers placements in classrooms across Canada and includes work helping students improve their English or French speaking skills.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 10, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
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
- Classroom-based language assistant work in elementary schools, high schools, or CEGEPs.
- Helping students improve their English or French speaking skills.
- Working as an ESL, FSL, or FFL language assistant.
Documents Needed
- Résumé in English, including current occupation
- Proof of studies, such as a transcript, dated diploma, or proof of enrolment
- Formal assessment of academic credentials, for studies completed outside Canada
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Postsecondary students
- English-speaking and French-speaking candidates
Who is not eligible
- Students in Canada on a student visa
Eligible expenses
- Taxable salary for the nine-month work term
- Travel allowances for return trips home, when applicable
- Paid compulsory training sessions
- Other employer-paid benefits
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- New Brunswick
- Other provinces and territories in Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed first by provincial and territorial coordinator teams.
- Some applicants may be screened through a file review or a short phone interview.
- Selected candidates are invited to an in-person or virtual interview.
- Interview results are sent by email, and only selected candidates are contacted.
- Eligibility decisions are made by provincial or territorial education authorities.
Additional information
- No prior classroom experience is required.
- There is no age limit for participation.
- First-time participants must attend the compulsory Pan-Canadian Training Session.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Odyssey – Language Assistant 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 Odyssey – Language Assistant Program?
Odyssey is a paid, nine-month language assistant program for postsecondary students. It offers placements in classrooms across Canada and includes work helping students improve their English or French speaking skills.
Who is eligible for the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program program?
To be eligible for the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Excellent English or French skills
Recent postsecondary studies completed
What expenses are eligible under Odyssey – Language Assistant Program?
Classroom-based language assistant work in elementary schools, high schools, or CEGEPs.
Helping students improve their English or French speaking skills.
Working as an ESL, FSL, or FFL language assistant.
Who can I contact for more information about the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at olp-plo@cmec.ca or by phone at 1-877-866-4242.
Where is the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program available?
The Odyssey – Language Assistant Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Odyssey – Language Assistant Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Odyssey – Language Assistant Program?
Odyssey – Language Assistant Program is funded by Canadian Heritage (PCH)