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How to Enjoy a Socially Distanced (but Still Awesome) Montreal Summer

Although the usual activities associated with a classic Montreal summer—festivals, live performances, team sports and other large group events—are all, sadly, off the table for the foreseeable future, many Montrealers are still determined to make the most of summer 2020. With lockdown measures slowly changing and temperatures already soaring well above 30°, though, doing so […]

5 Reasons Why Now is the Perfect Time to Learn French

At E-QIP, we—naturally—encounter a lot of students who come to us to learn French out of necessity, whether for immigration purposes, for work or school, or simply to make living in Montreal a bit easier. Outside of this province’s unique context as one of the few French-speaking strongholds in North America, French often gets a […]

Break Through a Language Learning Plateau With These 4 Ideas

Ah, the dreaded language learning plateau. It’s a familiar story: you’ve been steadily progressing in your target language, picking up new vocab left, right and centre, mastering those grammar rules, and suddenly: boom, all of your progress comes to a screeching halt. Your momentum vanishes, and try as you might, you just can’t seem to reignite it. […]

6 Tongue Twisters to Help You Perfect Your English Pronunciation

Over the past couple of months, we’ve written a lot about the ways that language learners can work on their skills while classes are out of session. We’ve explored how to use language apps, Netflix and podcasts to learn, and how to pick up new vocabulary on your own. These methods are all great for […]

What to Expect from Your First Online Language Class (and How to Make the Most of it!)

As popular as language learning has been for the locked down among us over the last year, many people are discovering something that veteran language learners have known all along: that no matter how effective your language app or software is, actual fluency isn’t possible without a little human interaction. There’s an undeniable thrill that […]

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Why You Shouldn't Miss Out on Our Favourite Autumn Tradition: Apple Picking

Written by E-QIP123 on September 12, 2019 under Canadian Culture

However you feel about the recent drop in temperature, there's no denying that September is a gorgeous time in Montreal, full of colourful foliage, pumpkin spice lattes and knit sweaters galore. While pumpkin-flavoured everything may get the bulk of the glory this season, make sure you save some room to savour the true star of […]

How to Spend the Last Long Weekend of the Summer in Montreal

Written by E-QIP123 on August 29, 2019 under Discover Canada

Summer in Montreal is a glorious, fun-filled time. The sun is out and so are the terrasses, and there’s never a shortage of things to do. As the saying goes, however, time flies when you’re having fun, and if you’re anything like us, you can’t believe that it’s going to be September in just a […]

Why Maintaining a Strong Connection To Your Native Language Matters

Written by E-QIP123 on August 15, 2019 under Language Learning

If you’ve ever tried to learn a language, you’re probably familiar with the delicious relief that comes when, after hours of communicating in your target language, you finally find yourself once again surrounded by speakers of your native tongue. No more having to carefully plot out your choice of words or worry that you’re being […]

Discover Montreal: the Village

Written by E-QIP123 on August 1, 2019 under Discover Canada

Montreal in the summertime is a place full of colour, energy and excitement, and nowhere is that more evident than in the Village, home of the city's annual pride festival (Fierté Montreal), which takes place next weekend. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bmq3ZzwDSFT/ Last year's festival saw thousands of revellers from around the world gather in the Village to celebrate […]

Student Spotlight: Sakura on Finding Her Voice in Montreal

Written by E-QIP123 on July 25, 2019 under E-QIP Community

When English student Sakura joined E-QIP’s full-time program late last year, she was almost a complete beginner; although she’d learned some vocabulary and grammar in school, she found it nearly impossible to hold any sort of conversation in English. Eight months later, most of the conversations she has on a daily basis—with the many friends […]

Summer in Montreal: 5 Ways to Beat the Heat

Written by E-QIP123 on July 11, 2019 under Discover Canada

Nothing beats summer in Montreal—drinks on the terrasse, a different festival every week, lush green spaces. But while the city offers ample opportunity for soaking up the sun, sometimes you need a break from the heat—especially when the temperature soars above 30. Here are five ways you can stay cool in Montreal this summer (and […]

10 Sightseeing Spots 10 Minutes from E-QIP

Written by E-QIP123 on June 13, 2019 under Discover Canada

E-QIP has been at its downtown location for just over a year now, and we still feel lucky every single day to be in the heart of such a vibrant, exciting city. The school occupies three floors in the Jean Coutu building at the corner of Sainte-Catherine and Metcalfe—about as central as it gets—surrounded by […]

Putting the 'Culture' in Culture, Language & Connections—How Diverse Environments Foster Learning

Written by E-QIP123 on June 6, 2019 under E-QIP Community

Why are you interested in learning a new language? For many of our students, the answer to that question is necessity—for a job, higher education or to make life in a new city easier. For other students, the motivation to learn is borne out of an interest in experiencing new cultures and understanding new ways […]

The E-QIP Staff's Favourite Summer Festivals

Written by E-QIP123 on May 30, 2019 under Discover Canada

Montreal is known for its festivals, and with dozens on offer every year, there’s truly something for everyone—whether your interests lie in food or fashion, comedy or crafts, music or murals. There are so many festivals, in fact, that it can be impossible to narrow down the list to the ones you want to attend. […]

Student spotlight: Yumi on learning the languages of Montreal (for a second time)

Written by E-QIP123 on May 23, 2019 under E-QIP Community

For French student Yumi, the second time’s the charm. Yumi recently spent a month studying French at E-QIP, but prior to that—seven years ago—she got her first taste of Canada as an English student here. Yumi first came to Montreal (and E-QIP) during a year-long break from her university studies, and after falling in love […]

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