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THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE! - FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM - Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy
FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM
          For 14 and 15‐year‐old teenagers

THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
                Session 1: June 27 to July 17, 2020

               Session 2: July 22 to August 11, 2020

                        STUDENT GUIDE

     5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell, Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec) G3A 1B3
                  418 872‐8041, ext. 1339 / 1 800‐463‐8041, ext. 1339
                  Fax : 418 872‐3448       Email:langues@cndf.qc.ca
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE! - FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM - Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy
Table of contents

WELCOME ............................................................................................................................................. 3
ACCOMMODATION ............................................................................................................................... 3
LANGUAGE PROGRAM .......................................................................................................................... 5
SOCIOCULTURAL & SPORTS PROGRAM .................................................................................................. 5
TOBACCO, ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE, ALCOHOL AND DRUGS.................................................................... 6
PERSONAL ARTICLES TO BE BROUGHT FROM HOME .............................................................................. 6
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE .................................................................................................... 7
VISA (International students)................................................................................................................. 7
PERSONAL EXPENSES ............................................................................................................................. 7
HOW TO GET TO CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY ................................................................................... 7
FINAL DETAILS BEFORE ARRIVAL ............................................................................................................ 8

APPENDIXES

           CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES‐TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 1 AND 2

           HOW TO GET TO CNDF‐MAP
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE! - FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM - Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy
WELCOME
After looking into all the French language programs out there, you have chosen Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐
Foy’s Language School (Quebec), and we are very proud. Our team will do everything in our power to make
your stay with us unforgettable, so that it stays in your memory as a very personalized language experience
that lives up to your greatest expectations.

You will be our guests for 3 weeks and you will be treated as such. In return, we ask a favour of you, and it
costs nothing at all: that you be motivated to speak French at all times and that you want to learn about
French‐speaking culture in America.

Among others, this is what our program offers you:

        Customized language camp for teens of 14‐15 years of age
        A maximum of 18 students per class
        Single room in a student residence on the campus
        A safe and comfortable living environment
        A program cost that includes nearly all expenses
        Friendly and competent staff that clearly love what they do
        An American‐style college campus, located only a short distance away from the historical city of
         Quebec (Canada), where the blend of French language, culture and sports has been drawing
         many in for more than 400 years
        An unforgettable experience that can create lifelong friendships!

ACCOMMODATION
Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy (CNDF) is an exceptional site, within nature, located only 20 kilometres from
downtown Quebec City.

LODGING
All students will live in the same residence. They will have their own private room, which has a small sink,
a mirror, a desk and a closet with hangers. On each floor, there are washrooms and showers. Boys and girls
lodge on separate floors.

If you wish to have a room next to your friends, please send his/her name at least 1 week before your
arrival at langues@cndf.qc.ca . The name and address of the residence will be stated in the document you
will receive by email in June. Your room number will be given to you upon you arrival.

Bedding is provided and washed each week. However, you must bring your own towels.

All students will have to clean his/her room. The floor of each room will be cleaned, once a week, by the
staff of the residence.

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The students have access to a common television room with DVD, electronic games and board games.
Classes, sociocultural activities and sports will be held in the residence or on the campus.

Curfew is 11pm. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and night by a security guard on duty.
The monitors live in the residence on the same floor as the students.

Any damage caused to the room or equipment will be at the student’s expense. A key deposit of $ 40 is
requested on your arrival and is refunded on departure if the following conditions have been met:
             - room key has been returned;
             - student has no outstanding debts with the CNDF and its subcontractors;
             - no damage has been done to the property or goods of the CNDF and its subcontractors.

MEALS
Three (3) meals a day on the daily menu will be served in the cafeteria each day, including vegetarian food.
We can assure you that the cafeteria will provide a variety of meals with 1st quality products.

Please note that if you have a special diet or food allergies, you must contact us before registering to see
if we can meet your needs. Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy is not responsible for any allergy‐related
incidents.

Please bring with you a photo ID (student card or a photocopy of your passport), which you must show
at the cafeteria.

During excursions, meals are provided, except for the supper at La Ronde and at the water park. Students
must bring money for supper.

TELEPHONE, MAIL AND INTERNET DURING THE PROGRAM
CELL PHONE
Cell phones must be turned off in class and during mandatory activities.

MAILING ADDRESS:          Campus Notre‐Dame‐De‐Foy
                          Language Camp+ Student’s Name
                          5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell
                          Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec)
                          Canada G3A 1B3

                          Tel.: (418) 872‐8424
                          Fax: (418) 874‐1954

INTERNET
Free wifi is available on the campus.

PHYSICAL FITNESS ROOM AND SWIMMING POOL
Access to fitness rooms and the swimming pool is included in the cost of the program. Because you are
under 18 years of age, we need parental authorization to have access to the fitness room. Parents can give
their permission on the Medical and Parental authorizations form to complete online on our registration
portal.

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LANGUAGE PROGRAM
The language program emphasizes speaking of your target language and knowledge of French Canadian
culture.

Courses are given from 9:00 to 12:00, from Monday to Friday, for a total of 45 hours.

Levels vary from beginner to advanced. Each group will have a maximum of eighteen (18) students of the
same level.

Please take note that you must bring your school supplies (sheets, writing pad, binder, pencils, bilingual
pocket dictionary, etc.).

PLACEMENT TESTS
The written placement test will be done online. After registering, return to the portal
www.cndf.qc.ca/sportnet/en, login with your parents’ username and password, select Forms then French
placement test. The oral test will be held within the first few days of camp.

SOCIOCULTURAL & SPORTS PROGRAM
You will participate in a summer program, and we know you want to get the most out of it. You can count
on our experienced team to prepare amazing and surprising activities for you!

   All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 15/1.

   During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts).

   The team of chaperones always accompanies the students in the school bus during excursions or
    cultural visits etc. As soon as the bus arrives at the destination, however, the students may have our
    permission to visit the place without supervision. They must always be in a group of at least four
    people. In case of emergency, chaperones will be present at each location.

A complete program of activities will be handed out upon your arrival. You fill find a copy of a typical
schedule in the appendixes.

SOCIOCULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS:
   - Visit of the old Quebec and all its historical buildings and monuments
   - Sociocultural workshops (arts, theatre and improvisation, cooking, photo album, music,
       leadership, health and wellness)
   - Talent show, video evening
   - Bowling, dinner in the Old Quebec
   - Basketball, soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Flag Football, CrossFit…

EXCURSIONS:
   - Montreal La Ronde (Amusement Park)
   - Village Vacances Valcartier (Water Park)
   - Montmorency Falls, Sainte‐Anne Basilica and Canyon Sainte‐Anne
   - Aquarium

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TOBACCO, ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE, ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
Tobacco and electronic cigarette (e‐cigarette) products, alcoholic beverages and drugs are strictly
prohibited.

The Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy cannot be held responsible for any legal, moral, physical, or financial
problem that one may cause by not conforming to the rules and expectations of the CNDF, or to the laws
in effect in the province of Quebec and in Canada.

In case of disciplinary measures or early return home, other than for family emergencies, there will be no
refund.

PERSONAL ARTICLES TO BE BROUGHT FROM HOME
Every student is responsible for the washing of his/her own clothes and towels. Coin operated washers
($2.25), dryers ($1.75) and ironing facilities are located in the building. Change can be made at the front
desk. You can also buy detergent and fabric softener for the dryer.

Summer temperature in Quebec is normally 25o C. (80o F) during the day and normally about 18o C. (66o F)
during the night. Sometimes it is exceptionally hot in Quebec. We suggest that all students bring a small
fan.

DRESS CODE:
‐ The student consents to wear appropriate clothes
‐ Shorts, skirts or dresses shorter than mid‐thigh are not tolerated
‐ Crop top or other tops that are too revealing are not tolerated
‐ Any clothes with violent or discriminatory messages or showing illegal products are not tolerated.

The following is a list of clothing and articles you will find useful during your stay with us:
            School supplies (sheets, writing pad, binder, pencils)
            Medication, if needed
            Sunscreen
            Bathing towels, dressing gown and toiletries
            Small fan
            Small backpack
            Comfortable walking shoes, non‐marking athletic shoes and slippers
            Formal outfit for the final gala
            Pants, shorts, dresses and skirts, sport shirts, sweater, under garments, socks and pyjamas
            Bathing suit and beach towel
            Umbrella and raincoat
            Musical instrument
            Bank card for personal expenses

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HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE
Each student is responsible of his medical fees. We suggest parents to supply their child with a bank card
or credit card. The CNDF will not lend money to students, at any moment.

CANADIAN STUDENTS
You must always have your Provincial Medicare card on you.
It is recommended to contact your Provincial Health Insurance to confirm your insurance coverage. If your
insurance is not sufficient, make sure that you can cover any remaining cost.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Canadian laws require all international students to have “personal hospital and medical insurance” prior to
the arrival of the student in Quebec. You must present your proof of insurance at your arrival at the
residence, and always carry it with you.

MEDICAL FORM
It is very important to complete thoroughly the medical form you will find online. Please indicate all the
information concerning the student’s medication, physical and mental condition. This information is
necessary in order to offer a safe environment that meets the students’ needs. A false declaration could
result in the exclusion from the program.

VISA (International students)
It is your responsibility to check with the authorities of Immigration Canada to see if you must obtain a visa.

PERSONAL EXPENSES
Each student should have sufficient spending money for the duration of the camp. Depending on personal
needs, this amount could vary between $ 25 and $ 50 per week.

Promotional items sold on campus :
    - Hoody : $ 40 taxes included
    - Tot bag : $ 5 taxes included

We also recommend bringing Bank Card instead of cash. No bank transfer with the CNDF bank will be
possible. There is an ATM machine at cafeteria (Interac, Mastercard, Maestro, Cirrus, American Express).

HOW TO GET TO CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY
Do not forget to fill out the online form regarding transportation at least two weeks before your arrival.
This information will help us planning your arrival and departure day.

FROM THE AIRPORT:
An animator will be at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to greet you on Saturday June
27 or on Wednesday July 22. We will be at the airport from 9:00 am until the last flight of the day. A school
bus chartered by the CNDF will bring participants directly to the CNDF. It will be the same at the end of the
stay for the return to the airport.

FROM SAINTE‐FOY BUS OR TRAIN STATION:
An animator will pick up the participant at the bus or train station on Saturday June 27 or Wednesday July
22. It will be the same at the end of the stay to return to the bus or train station.

BY CAR: Go directly to the Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy.

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FINAL DETAILS BEFORE ARRIVAL
Every student will receive an email early June in which he/she will find the final details before arrival.

                               ARRIVAL ON CAMPUS                          DEPARTURE FROM CAMPUS
  SESSION
                             from 6 am until midnight                        from 3 am until 6 pm
         1                    Saturday June 27, 2020                          Friday July 17, 2020

         2                   Wednesday July 22, 2020                       Tuesday August 11, 2020

                             AFTER YOUR ONLINE REGISTRATION DO NOT FORGET:

    1.       TO SEND BY EMAIL AT langues@cndf.qc.ca:
             A recent photo of the participant (include full name and specify session 1 or 2)

    2.       TO FILL OUT ONLINE SOME FORMS AND TO DO THE FRENCH PLACEMENT TEST AT:
             www.cndf.qc.ca/sportnet/en
              Parents must login with their username and password
              Select Forms
                       o The parent or legal guardian must fill out those two forms (Medical form and
                           Parental authorizations, Information on arrival and departure)
                       o The participant (student) must write the French placement test

    Please note that it is impossible to modify your information once the forms have been completed. All
    modifications must be sent by email at langues@cndf.qc.ca.

    3.       TO BRING:

                 Your Photo ID (student card or a photocopy of your passport). You must show it to the
                  cafeteria staff at each meal as you check out with the cashier

                 Your Provincial Medicare card (Canadian Students) or your Personal hospital and medical
                  insurance (International Students)

                              For more information, do not hesitate to contact us.
                                 Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy / Language School
                                               langues@cndf.qc.ca
                                   toll free number: 1 800 463‐8041, ext.1339
                                             (418) 872‐8041, ext.1339
                                         www.cndf.qc.ca/ecole‐de‐langues

                                WE CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU!

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FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM FOR TEENAGERS (14‐15 YEARS OF AGE)
                                                     QUEBEC (CANADA)
                                                                                   THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!

                                                                                            TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 1

             Sunday                      Monday                          Tuesday                      Wednesday                        Thursday            Friday            Saturday

                                                                                                                                                                       Welcome to Quebec

 10:00 am                       10:00 am                       9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am     9:00 to 12:00 am   9:30 am to 8:00 pm
 General Meeting                Oral Placement Test            French Course                  French Course                  French Course        French Course

                                1:30 pm                        1:30 pm                        1:00 pm                        2:00 pm              1:30 pm            Village des sports
 1:30 pm                        Special activity               Sociocultural Workshops        Cultural Visit                 Special Activity     General Meeting    Water Park
 Vieux‐Québec                                                                                                                                     Room Cleaning

 Evening                        Evening                        Evening                        Evening                        Evening              Evening
 Free time                      Dance                          Free time                      Choice of activities           Bowling              Shopping Center
                                9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am     9:00 to 12:00 am   8:00 am to 10:00 p.m.
 10:30 am to 5:30 pm            French Course                  French Course                  French Course                  French Course        French Course
 Canyon Ste‐Anne
 Ste‐Anne Basilica              1:00 pm                        1:30 pm                        1:00 to 4:00 pm                2:00 pm              1:30 pm            Excursion to Montreal
 Montmorency Falls              Cultural Visit                 Sociocultural Workshops        French Course                  Special Activity     General Meeting    La Ronde
                                                                                                                                                  Room Cleaning      Amusement Park

 Evening                        Evening                        Evening                        Evening                        Evening              Evening
 Free time                      Free time                      Free time                      Choice of activities           Free time            Shopping Center
                                9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am
                                French Course                  French Course                  French Course                  Final Exam

 13:00 pm                       2:00 pm                        1:30 pm                        1:30 pm                        1:30 pm
                                                                                                                                                         Departure
 Aquarium                       Cultural Visit                 Sociocultural Workshops        Talent Show                    General Meeting
                                Dinner Old Quebec                                                                            Room Cleaning

 Evening                                                      Evening                          Evening                       Evening
 Free time                                                    Free time                        Choice of activities          Closing Gala
    A maximum of 18 students per class. A total of 45 hours of French courses.
    An attestation will be issued at the end of program. No credits will be recognized for language courses.
    All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 1/15. The monitors live in residence on the same floor as the students.
    During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts, etc.)
    Curfew is 11p.m. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and all night as there is a security agent on duty.
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FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM FOR TEENAGERS (14‐15 YEARS OF AGE)
                                                     QUEBEC (CANADA)
                                                                                     THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
                                                                                            TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 2

             Sunday                      Monday                            Tuesday                    Wednesday                        Thursday               Friday                   Saturday
                                                                                                                             10:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am          9:00 to 12:00 am
                                                                                                                             Oral Placement Test    French Course             French Course

                                                                                                  Welcome to Quebec          1:30 pm                1:30 pm                   1:30 pm
                                                                                                                             Special activity       Sociocultural Workshops   Vieux‐Québec

                                                                                                                             BBQ                    Evening                   Evening
                                                                                                                             Dance                  Free time                 Choice of activities
 9:30 am to 8:00 pm             9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am       9:00 to 12:00 am          8:00 am to 10:00 p.m.
                                French Course                  French Course                  French Course                  French Course          French Course

 Village Vacances               1:00 pm                        2:00 pm                        1:00 pm                        1:30 pm                1:30 pm                   Excursion to Montreal
 Valcartier                     Cultural Visit                 Special Activity               Cultural Visit                 General Meeting        Sociocultural Workshops   La Ronde
 Water Park                                                                                                                  Room Cleaning                                    Amusement Park

                                Evening                        Evening                        Evening                        Evening                Evening
                                Free time                      Bowling                        Free time                      Choice of activities   Shopping Center
                                9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am               9:00 to 12:00 am       9:00 to 12:00 am          10:30 am to 5:30 pm
                                French Course                  French Course                  French Course                  French Course          French Course
                                                                                                                                                                              Canyon Ste‐Anne
 13:00 to 5:00 pm               1:00 to 4:00 pm                2:00 pm                        2:30 pm                        1:30 pm                1:30 pm                   Ste‐Anne Basilica
 Aquarium                       French Course                  Special Activity               Cultural Visit                 General Meeting        Sociocultural Workshops   Montmorency Falls
                                                                                              Dinner Old Quebec              Room Cleaning
                                                                                              Fireworks
 Evening                        Evening                        Evening                                                       Evening                Evening                   Evening
 Free time                      Free time                      Free time                                                     Choice of activities   Shopping Center           Free time
                                9:00 to 12:00 am
                                Final Exam
 2:00 pm                        1:30 pm
 Talent Show                    General Meeting                         Departure
                                Room Cleaning

 Evening                        Evening
 Free time                      Closing Gala
    A maximum of 18 students per class. A total of 45 hours of French courses.
    An attestation will be issued at the end of program. No credits will be recognized for language courses.
    All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 1/15. The monitors live in residence on the same floor as the students.
    During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts, etc.)
 Curfew is 11p.m. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and all night as there is a security agent on duty.
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CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY
            5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell
   Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec) Canada
                        G3A 1B3
                  Tel.: 418 872‐8041
          Toll free number: 1 800 463‐8041
                  Fax: 418 872‐3448

                  www.cndf.qc.ca

                 Highway 40
          Exit 300 ‐ Chemin du Lac

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