School immersion in the Parkland region, Manitoba -13-17 years – 1 semester or 1 school year

Our High School program in Winnipeg is designed for all students aged 13 to 17 who are motivated to experience a unique and unforgettable time in Canada.

You will attend school for one semester or a full academic year in a Canadian high school within the Parkland region school district in Manitoba. The educational system in Canada is known to be one of the best in the world. Additionally, you will share your daily life with a Canadian family. This program offers a true linguistic and cultural immersion in the heart of Canadian life.

Highlights of the destination

  • Parkland, located in western Manitoba, is considered the most beautiful and picturesque region in the entire province.
  • Abundance of lakes, rivers, prairies, forests, and wildlife.
  • Small schools with a family-like atmosphere where everyone knows each other.
  • Small class sizes.
  • A community spirit ideal for easy integration.
  • Personalized support.
  • Outdoor activities and sports for all interests.
  • Numerous festivals and cultural events organized throughout the year.
  • Graduation possible (for Grade 12 students).

Why Canada ?

Canada is the second-largest country in the world and is also one of the most remarkable in terms of geographical diversity. It is a destination filled with numerous advantages for those wishing to study there :

  • Quality and standard of living among the highest in the world
  • Educational system recognized for its excellence and compatibility with our European systems
  • Friendliness and hospitality of its population
  • Cultural richness
  • Safe environment and breathtaking landscapes

The United States and Canada are vast countries where geographical distances are very significant. Cars are the primary means of transportation, and public transit networks are generally underdeveloped, except in some large metropolitan areas. International students coming from Europe, where public transport networks are more developed, will need to adapt to this difference when studying in North America. They may need to reconsider their travel habits by planning their journeys based on the available transportation options.

Our partner schools are located in the communities of Dauphin, Roblin, Grandview, and Gilbert Plains. These small towns offer a warm welcome to international students, who quickly become an integral part of community life.

The schools

The Mountain View School division covers a significant geographical area in the heart of the vast meadows of Manitoba. It includes 17 schools, including 4 high schools (Grades 9 to 12). The schools are small in size, which is ideal for receiving personalized attention, quickly integrating, and making friends.

Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School

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Dauphin, the largest city in the area (9,000 inhabitants), offers both outdoor adventures and modern conveniences. Close to Riding Mountain National Park and Clear Lake, it provides opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and water activities at Rainbow Beach. The city is also culturally vibrant, with many festivals and community events throughout the year.

Enrollment : 700 students
Grade : 9 to 12

Large choice of general education courses

Specialized courses : Band, Carpentry, Choir, Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Drama, Graphic Design, Hair styling, Mechanics, Wilderness Skills…

Sports and extracurricular activities : Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Hockey, Skiing, Snowboarding, Musical, Rock Band, Yearbook, Choir, Drama Club, Student Council, E-sports…

Goose Lake High School, Roblin

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Goose Lake High School is located in Roblin, a welcoming small town of 2,000 people near Goose Lake and Lake of the Prairies. Students can enjoy various outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and fishing, as well as access to sports and leisure facilities. Roblin offers a peaceful and friendly environment, perfect for an immersive experience in a Canadian community.

Enrollment : 150 students
Grade : 9 to 12

Large choice of general education courses

Specialized courses : Art, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Drama, Ice Hockey, Information Communication Technology, Power Mechanics, Welding, Wilderness Education…

Sports and extracurricular activities : Art, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Drama, Ice Hockey, Information Communication Technology, Power Mechanics, Welding, Wilderness Education…

GRANDVIEW SCHOOL

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Grandview is a charming small town of 1,500 people, nestled between Riding Mountain National Park and Duck Mountain Provincial Park. With green spaces and the Valley River running through it, it’s ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Its quaint downtown and welcoming community make it easy for international students to integrate into a truly Canadian environment.

Enrollment : 220 students
Grade : 9 to12

Large choice of general education courses

Specialized courses : Culinary Arts, Drafting, Hockey, Indigenous studies, Power Mechanics, Woodworking

Sports and extracurricular activities : Cross country, Volleyball, Basketball, Curling, Badminton, Softball, Track & Field, Buffalo Leader’s Club, Social Action Group, Student Council…

Gilbert Plains Collegiate, Gilbert Plains

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Gilbert Plains is a small, welcoming community of 800 people, known for having one of the best golf courses in the province. Recently featured on CBC’s Still Standing, this peaceful village is perfect for students looking to live in a small town or rural setting. Its relaxed atmosphere makes it a place where people quickly feel at home.

Enrollment : 70 students
Grade : 9 to 12

A small school with a family-like atmosphere. The low teacher-to-student ratio promotes a respectful environment and personalized learning.

Large choice of general education courses

Specialized courses : usiness, Career Education, Photography, Technology, Power Mechanics, Woodworking

Sports and extracurricular activities : Cross country, Golf, Soccer (filles), Volleyball, Basketball, Curling, Badminton, Track & Field, Drama/Dinner Theatre, Fitness Centre, Travel Club, Yearbook, Youth in Philantropy

Courses

You can choose 4 or 5 subjects from those taught at the school. Advisors are available to assist you in selecting courses and organizing your work..

Schools offer a variety of subjects such as :

Math, English, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, French Language, English as an Additional Language, Fine Arts, Music, Band, Business Education, Information Communication Technology, Indigenous Education, Psychology, Agriculture, Outdoor Education…

Schools also offer professional courses such as : Carpentry, Hairstyling, Mechanics, Welding, Culinary Arts, Collision Repair, Graphic Design…

Students in their final year can obtain a high school diploma, subject to certain conditions (required course curriculum). Feel free to contact us if you are interested in this option to learn more about the details.

An intermediate level of English (B1) is required to participate in this program. Some schools offer English as a Foreign Language courses to provide support in English.

Extracurricular activities

International students are strongly encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities offered at each school: sports, athletics, theater, orchestra, various student clubs, volunteering, …

In addition to school-based activities, the district organizes monthly activities for international students included in the tuition fees, such as horseback riding, skiing, ice fishing, and other typical regional activities for you to explore and enjoy !

Canadian youth typically study for a minimum of 12 years, similar to our system. This program offers foreign students the opportunity to attend a local public high school. In the Canadian province of Manitoba, the primary and secondary school system is divided into three cycles: Early Years (Grades 1 to 4, ages 6 to 10), Middle Years (Grades 5 to 8, ages 10 to 14), and Senior Years (Grades 9 to 12, ages 14 to 18). High School encompasses the 4 years of the Senior Years, which corresponds to upper secondary education.

The school year is divided into two semesters. As an international student, you can join a class for either one semester or a full school year.

There are two different school systems in Canada : the semester system and the linear system. In the semester system, students take 4 courses in the first semester and 4 other courses in the second semester, while in the linear system, students take 8 courses throughout the year.

In many Canadian schools, there is a large variety of subjects to choose from. It’s a unique opportunity to discover new fields or to further develop a favorite subject.

Some courses are offered for one semester, giving students the opportunity to switch subjects midway through the year.

The choice is equally important in sports, cultural, and social activities. School will be a unique opportunity to flourish in subjects and activities previously unknown. It will also be the perfect opportunity to integrate into Canadian life and get to know young people your age.

Canadians are known for their hospitality, tolerance, and open-mindedness.

Families are carefully selected by the district’s accommodation service based on their genuine desire to host a young foreigner and share their culture through daily life. This service visits the homes of families and ensures they can provide the participant with a balanced and nurturing environment.

Il n’y a pas de profil type de famille. Chacune est unique et reflète la société et le mode de vie du pays que tu as choisi. La famille qui t’accueillera pourra avoir des enfants ou non ; elle pourra être une famille recomposée ou une famille monoparentale, une personne seule dont les enfants ne vivent plus à la maison, des retraités ou des gens plus jeunes. Ce n’est pas la composition de la famille qui importe, mais sa disponibilité et sa motivation à te faire partager sa culture.

The local coordinator is an experienced individual who knows the host families and schools well. They regularly meet with international students to ensure everything is going smoothly.

They are available to answer any questions that may arise once you are there, can assist you with various procedures, and are able to respond quickly in case of any issues. They will be your main point of contact on site.

Additionally, you will be provided with an emergency contact number that you can use to reach someone locally in case of urgent problems.

To ensure your stay goes smoothly and to inform you about various aspects of the program, you will have the opportunity to attend an information and orientation meeting organized by Easy Language in Brussels, at the end of May or beginning of June. This meeting allows Easy Language students to meet each other, exchange questions and experiences, and interact with the Easy Language team. It is also where the final administrative formalities are initiated.

If you do not reside in Belgium, we can organize an online connection for you to attend the meeting live.

A second orientation will take place in Canada shortly after your arrival. You will be contacted by your local coordinator, who will be able to answer all your questions regarding your stay and its progression.

  • Be between 13 and 17 years old (participants can turn 18 during the year)
  • Have achieved good academic results over the past two years
  • Minimum required English level: B1 (intermediate)
  • Be willing to make new friends and share daily life with a host family
  • Show interest in studying other cultures and languages, and demonstrate motivation, maturity, and adaptability

You are Belgian (from the Wallonia-Brussels Federation) and wish to go abroad during your secondary studies? You have the opportunity to participate in the EXPEDIS program.

Do you meet the participation requirements?

  1. Please fill out the pre-registration form as soon as possible.
  2. Upon receipt, we will send you a provisional confirmation, detailing the total cost of the program, and a request for a payment of 100€ (for the language test and motivation interview). We will also ask you to provide copies of your school reports from the last 3 years.
  3. Next, we invite you to take the language test and have the interview at our offices in Brussels or via Google Meet. The cost for this is 100€ and is payable upon receipt of the pre-confirmation. This fee is non-refundable but can be deducted from the program fee upon final enrollment and acceptance.
  4. We will confirm the results within 8 days after the interview.
  5. If the interview is successful, we will ask you to pay a deposit of 25% of the total program cost (with a minimum of 1800€) and complete the online application, which includes letters of recommendation from your teachers and other necessary information for on-site assessment.
  6. Final acceptance into the program is determined by our partner.
  7. Once your application is accepted, our partner begins the search and selection of a host family and proceeds with school enrollment.

Registration deadlines:

  • 01/05 for September intake
  • 15/11 for February intake

Beyond these dates, it is still possible to register based on school availability. However, we recommend registering at least 3 months before departure for better trip preparation.

For any application that needs to be processed urgently (after the registration deadline), an additional fee may apply.

Please contact us for more information regarding registration procedures.

Candidates who do not meet the age or proficiency level requirements are invited to meet with us to discuss other possible options.

Voyage

Departures are typically scheduled for late August/early September for semester to full-year stays. There is also a departure planned for late January/early February for semester stays. Your host family or local coordinator will welcome you at the airport and arrange for your return at the end of your stay.

Once your registration is accepted and confirmed by our Canadian partner, and your study permit application is approved if applicable, we can handle booking your trip to Canada if you wish.

The reserved ticket includes the fewest possible stopovers and is changeable.

In case of changes, airline modification fees apply (these vary by airline, typically around €200) plus any fare class difference.

If you prefer to book your own trip, we will provide you with all the necessary information to make the reservation.

ETA & Study Permit

The school year is divided into two semesters. As an international student, you can attend classes for one semester (starting in September or February) or for a full academic year.

For a full academic year :

You will need to obtain a study permit which will be issued for the duration of your stay. We provide all necessary documents to obtain it and assist you throughout the process. For further details, please visit the website.

: https://www.canada.ca/fr/immigration-refugies-citoyennete/services/etudier-canada/permis-etudes/presenter-demande.html.

Attention ! Since July 31, 2018, nationals from various European countries must undergo biometric data collection to obtain a study permit. There are 2 centers in France for this purpose, in Paris and in Lyon.. Pour les ressortissants belges, les centres de Paris ou de Düsseldorf sont les plus proches. Cette démarche coûte 85 $CAD. Plus d’informations ici: https://www.canada.ca/fr/immigration-refugies-citoyennete/campagnes/biometrie.html

For a school semester stay or less*:

You will only need to complete an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), which you can fill out directly on the website : https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.html

These details apply to citizens of the European Union and Switzerland. For non-EU nationals, please refer to https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html

Throughout your entire stay, you benefit from full coverage included in the registration.

Dates 2025-2026

  • School year : from early September to late June
  • School semester : from early September to late January or from early February to late June

Prices 2025-2026

Prices including flights are subject to ticket prices at the time of booking.

WPCS 42.0.3
Tuition, accommodation, full board in host family, and registration fees
DuréePrice without flightsPrice with flights*
Semester (5 months)€ 10.695€ 12.595
Academic year (10 months)€ 17.925€ 19.825
Special diet supplement (vegan, gluten-free, etc.) - per month€ 150
*Return flight from Brussels or Paris

Prices include :

  • English proficiency test and preliminary interview for candidacy
  • All taxes and registration fees
  • Homestay accommodation, full board (including packed lunch on school days)
  • Monthly organized activities by the district (horseback riding, skiing, ice fishing, etc.)
  • Personal assistance, support, and advice from our local coordinator
  • Medical insurance
  • Assistance to parents in Europe throughout the stay
  • Official participation certificate with course grades
  • All necessary documents for visa application
  • Round-trip transfer from Winnipeg airport to host family on district-scheduled dates
  • Round-trip flight if selected, departing from Brussels or Paris

Don’t include :

  • Additional costs not included:
  • Excursions and optional outings
  • Possible membership fees for sports clubs or specific activities (e.g., Yearbook, Graduation)
  • Visa fees (for stays over 6 months)
  • ETA fees
  • Optional insurance
  • Pocket money: plan for approximately $250-300 per month
  • Round-trip travel to Winnipeg depending on chosen option

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