English
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Overview
The Odyssey, Explore and Destination Clic programs provide Canada focused learning opportunities for individuals as early as Grade 8. Each program offers unique opportunities to learn more about Canada's diverse cultures and official languages.
Odyssey Program
Odyssey gives you the opportunity to dive deep into another language and culture while sharing your own. Travel and explore Canada, earn an income and get bilingual professional experience. Under the supervision of a teacher, you will use games and other activities on a daily basis to motivate students to learn more about English as a second language.
The Odyssey Language Assistant Program is a paid, professional work experience that involves travelling to Quebec or New Brunswick to work with students for nine months. Earn over $20 an hour while gaining valuable work experience in a classroom setting.
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Explore Program
Explore is a five-week intensive French language-immersion program. You can take the program in the spring or summer. Most expenses are covered.
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Destination Clic
Destination Clic is a bursary program for enrichment in French as a first language. The three-week program is designed for students in Grades 8 and 9 residing outside of Quebec. Destination Clic offers you three weeks of cultural discoveries, exciting experiences, and new friends while exploring another francophone region of Canada. Most expenses are covered.
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Destination Clic Official Website
Destination Clic facebook Page
Destination Clic Youtube Channel
Contact
To connect with the Official Languages in Education Programs:
Phone: 780-427-2940
Email: theodorique.zidzou@gov.ab.ca
Connect with the Odyssey, Explore and Destination Clic National Programs by phone at 1-877-866-4242.