ACADEMIC INFORMATIONS:

1. The in-person program model schedule (the placement of activity may change during the program, but the hours indicated here will be roughly the same)
   1. All students must be present at all time during the program class and activities. (Except for the optional activities).

1. 1. Class: 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and the sociocultural activities run from 13:30 to 16:30 p.m. everyday. Some night activities may occur (usually optional) but most nights are free.
   2. The number of students will never exceed 18 persons per class.
   3. Students will live on campus, in the university apartments or with a host family.
2. What happens if I fail my Placement test?
   1. It’s not possible to fail a placement test. This test is used to evaluate your knowledge of French and to place you in a group of students that are at the same level of knowledge as you are.
   2. It’s important to take the test ALONE in a quiet environment, otherwise, you will be placed in the wrong class for the whole program. It will impact negatively your learning experience.
   3. Remember that cheating on a placement test is cheating on yourself.
3. Is it possible to ask for a credit transfer to my university?
   1. Yes, you can ask for credit transfer at the end of the program.
   2. The program offers 7 credits. However, you have to be aware that your university may recognize more or less than 7. Each university has its own protocol. The transcript to be official needs to be sent to our university to your university. The cost of the transcript is $7. You may ask for your transcript 2 weeks after the program has ended (it’s only at this time that the notes will be put in the system). The transfer of the credits are not mandotary.
   3. No, you won’t be able to have the course syllabus before the program, even if you have already done your placement test. We need a global picture before the program in order to decide which level to offer. In order to obtain that picture, we need to wait until all students have done the placement test. Few days prior the start of the program, the teacher will contact you and you will receive the syllabus by email. But you can find the outlines here: https://www.uqac.ca/programme/9983-programme-court-dapprentissage-du-francais-ecrit-et-parle/
4. My university will credit the Explore program courses only if I am at an intermediate or an advance level. Can I choose my class?

No. Even if you are at an advanced level in your university, it is possible that you will be placed in an intermediate or a lower-level class. An immersion program is different than a regular university French class.

1. I need to work my writing skills; will I be able to do that during the Explore program?

We always work on all 4 skills (oral and writing expression and oral and writing comprehension). But, in the Explore program context, we work mostly the oral skills.

1. I have a learning disability or a health issue, may I receive some accommodations?

Yes of course! Contact us so we can do something for you. You will need your medical diagnostic and prescription or the accommodation letter from your university. It is mandatory that we receive all the information and documentation before the start of the program. Everything will be treated with confidentiality. Send your documents to this email: fc_explore_responsable_programmes@uqac.ca. Someone will contact you.

1. When can I arrive and where will I sleep?
   1. Spring session dates: Monday, May 12 to Friday, June 13.

1. The arrival date is Sunday, May 11 (no time frame). If you plan to arrive earlier, you must make arrangement with the university residence at residences@uqac.ca, or directly with your host family.
2. The departure date can be Friday, June 13 (either after the final exam which ends at noon, or after the gala ceremony which ends around 4:00 pm) or you can also leave on Saturday, June 14. It is recommended that you attend the gala, as this is your time.

• Note, the 3-week program ends on May 30, so you can leave on May 31.

1. 1. Summer session dates: Tuesday, July 1 to Friday, August 1.

1. The arrival date is Monday, June 30 (no time frame). If you plan to arrive earlier, you must make arrangement with the university residence at residences@uqac.ca, or directly with your host family.
2. The departure date can be Friday, August 1 (either after the final exam which ends at noon, or after the gala ceremony which ends around 4:00 pm) or you can also leave on Saturday, August 2. It is recommended that you attend the gala, as this is your time 🙂

• Note, the 3-week program ends on July 18, so you can leave on July 19.

1. 1. Nearest airport: Saguenay-Bagotville YBG https://aeroport.saguenay.ca/
   2. There will be a shuttle from the airport to the UQAC, our host coordinator will contact you by email.
   3. Bus station: Terminus d’Autobus Intercar (Centre-ville) https://intercar.ca/
   4. Train station : Gare de Jonquière https://www.viarail.ca/fr/decouvrez-nos-destinations/gares/quebec/jonquiere (The Explore offers a rebate of 10%, if you want it, send us an email and we will send you the document).
2. Will I be in a host family or a residence and when will I know?
   1. You will be informed by our host coordinator, but we will do our best to place you according to the choice you made. However, we can’t guarantee it.
   2. If you chose the host family, our host coordinator will inform you prior to your arrival. You will receive an email with all your host family information, and you can then inform them of the date you will be arriving. The host family usually picks you up at the place where you arrive (bus station, train station, airport). If you chose the residence, you will receive an email with the procedure to claim your key.
3. Will I have access to a gym?
   1. There’s a gym on the UQAC campus. You will need to register, but you can benefit from the student rate: https://sports.uqac.ca/
4. How much is the parking pass?
   1. The parking pass is free from May 1 to August 31, no need to do anything
5. Can I receive regular mail during the time I am in Chicoutimi?
   1. Yes, you can, you need to address it like this:

“Your name”
Attention to Sophie Simard
Formation continue de l’UQAC
555, boulevard de l’Université
Chicoutimi (Québec) Canada G7H 2B1

Web site : https://formationcontinue.uqac.ca/explore-programs/
Contact : fc_explore@uqac.ca

Facebook Group Summer Session
Here is the link for the Facebook private group to join : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1326086518443948 (please note that if your Facebook name is not the same as the one I have on file, your demand will be refused, you need to send us a print screen of the name you use on your Facebook, that way we can accept you in the private group, also please give us your name). You will be able to exchange with the students of the summer session. You can also find a carpool
Have a great day!

Bonjour,

We’re almost there!
We remind you that we are expecting you on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 (in the week before the start of the program, another email will be sent for the time, it will be between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. please note that there are 3 different hours to arrive, so that you don’t come all at the same time, we will let you know J) at the “Porte Ouest Pavillon de L’Écomobilité” of the University, located at 555, boulevard de l’Université, on that day to welcome students (take note that the day of your arrival in your residences or host family is a day before).

Important: PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SUMMER PROGRAM BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL:
https://formationcontinue.uqac.ca/explore-programs/

Fête Québécoise : d’hier à aujourd’hui
During the program, the animation team organizes a “Fête Québécoise”. To get into the spirit, all students are encouraged to wear something stylish, such as a plaid shirt, hat, cap, skirt, etc.

The Formation continue Explore is a place for fun, good mood, diversity and respect. We recommend avoiding costumes that could be offensive to others on the basis of politics, religion, race, gender or culture.

Musical instrument
If you are a musician, workshops and talent show will allow you to express and share your talents with other students. We therefore invite you to bring your musical instrument.

Laptop
Please bring one if you have one (not mandatory).

Students with a car
Should you wish to use your car instead of taking the public transportation, the university parking is free during the summer. No need to do anything.

Weather
Please note that summer conditions prevail during the month of July in Chicoutimi. Temperatures average 24°C (76°F) during the day; 12°C (54°F) at night. In general, the weather is pleasant and comfortable, but, occasionally, the days and nights can be quite cool; consequently, you should bring appropriate clothing and footwear.

Schedule

Facebook private group
Here is the link for the summer private Facebook group to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1326086518443948

More emails will follow about:
Gym access
Electric bikes
Boutique (activities)
Grocery cards for those in residences/apartments
Music room
Student file and UQAC’s email and more…
The last email will be the time you are asked to come to the university on July 1^st.

Stay tuned!

Bonjour,

Here is the information for those of you who wish to access the gym at UQAC.

PAVILLON SPORTIF DE L’UQAC

TARIFS POUR LES ÉTUDIANT(E)S DU PROGRAMME EXPLORE

ÉTÉ 2025

Activités offertes au Pavillon sportif de l’UQAC pour les étudiant(e)s du programme Explore pendant les périodes du 12 mai au 15 juin 2025 et du 1^er juillet au 3 août 2025.

1. ABONNEMENT À LA SALLE D’ENTRAINEMENT

L’abonnement à la salle d’entrainement donne également accès gratuitement aux activités suivantes : piste de course intérieure, pratique du badminton et du tennis*, accès aux activités étudiantes libres (basketball et volleyball).

Coût (taxes incluses)

2. ACCÈS À LA PIÈCE

*   Réservation 24 h à l’avance : sur place ou par téléphone au 418-545-5050.
Location de raquettes et vente de volants/balles à la réception du Pavillon sportif.
** Disponible du 12 au 22 mai seulement. Consultez l’horaire sur place.

3. HEURES D’OUVERTURE :

SALLE D’ENTRAINEMENT ET PISTE DE COURSE INTÉRIEURE

TERRAINS DE BADMINTON ET DE TENNIS

*** Fermé Lundi 19 mai

https://sports.uqac.ca/

Have a great day!

Bonjour,

For those of you who would like to use the music room, you need to send an email mentioning the date and hour you would like to borrow the music room, to Frédéric Jean fjean@uqac.ca.

Have a great day!

Bonjour,

Here is a sneak peek of the paying activities we will have in the summer 2025 session. Click here

This will give you the chance to make your choices when the time comes. The store will be open on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 12:30. First come first served as quantities are limited.

Please note that the activities are non-refundable. If you can no longer come to an activity you have purchased, it is your responsibility to try to sell it to another student. Once you have found a buyer for your ticket, both people MUST (mandatory) inform us by email so that we can make the changes on our side (we have attendance lists and only the people on the list will have access to the activities).

Please note that we will also have a free activity each time there is a paying activity

I hope you have a great time at our activities!

Bonjour,

Here is new information about the gym that I have just received.

PAVILLON SPORTIF DE L’UQAC
TARIFS POUR LES ÉTUDIANT(E)S DU PROGRAMME EXPLORE
1^er juillet au 3 août 2025

1. ABONNEMENT À LA SALLE D’ENTRAÎNEMENT (inscription à la réception du Pavillon sportif seulement)

L’abonnement à la salle d’entraînement donne également accès gratuitement aux activités suivantes : piste de course intérieure, pratique du badminton, du pickleball et du tennis*, accès aux activités étudiantes libres (basketball et volleyball)¹.

Coût (taxes incluses)

2. ACCÈS À LA PIÈCE

3. HEURES D’OUVERTURE :

SALLE D’ENTRAÎNEMENT ET PISTE DE COURSE INTÉRIEURE

TERRAINS DE BADMINTON ET DE TENNIS

LOCATION ou ACHAT D’ÉQUIPEMENT (taxes incluses)

*   Réservation 24 h à l’avance : sur place ou par téléphone au 418-545-5050.

¹  L’étudiant n’a pas droit aux activités étudiantes de l’UQAC s’il n’est pas inscrit à la salle d’entraînement.

UQAC SPORTS PAVILION
RATES FOR EXPLORE PROGRAM STUDENTS
July 1 to August 3, 2025
 

1. TRAINING ROOM MEMBERSHIP (registration at Pavillon sportif reception only)

The training room membership also includes free access to the following activities: indoor running track, badminton, pickleball and tennis practice*, access to free student activities (basketball and volleyball)1.
 
Cost (taxes included)
July 1 to August 3 $47.43
 

2. ROOM ACCESS

ACTIVITIES COST / HOUR / PERSON
(taxes included)
Indoor running track $7.50 / person
Badminton, pickleball* $7.50 / person
Tennis* $9 / person
Training room $13 / person

3. OPENING HOURS :

INDOOR TRAINING ROOM AND RACE TRACK
Monday to Friday Saturday and Sunday
July 1 to August 3, 2025 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

BADMINTON AND TENNIS COURTS
Monday to Friday Saturday and Sunday
July 1 to August 3, 2025 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
 
EQUIPMENT RENTAL OR PURCHASE (taxes included)
RENTAL PURCHASE
Badminton or tennis racket: $4
Pickleball racket: $5
 
Badminton shuttlecock (unit): $4
Pickleball ball (unit): $8
Tennis balls (box of 3): $8
Padlock: $10
 
* Reservations 24 hours in advance: on site or by phone at 418-545-5050.
 
1 Students are not entitled to UQAC student activities if they are not registered at the entrance hall.