EC MONTREAL (FORMERLY LSC MONTREAL)
The LSC French language school was founded in 1962. In 2012 they became part of the EC Group of Language Schools. It is a supplier of language services to various offices of the Federal Government of Canada. It is listed and bonded as required by the Quebec Ministry of Education. LSC was a founder-member of the International Association of Language Centres (IALC), and it is the senior member of EC-LSC Language Studies Canada organization, with sister-schools in Toronto and Vancouver. EC Montreal is an authorized test center for the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES). The French school is centrally located in downtown Montreal at the intersection of St. Catherine West and Guy streets, within easy walking distance of the old town and the port area. A metro stop is located just one block away. EC Montreal classrooms are light and bright with ample space for each student. The extensive Student Resource Centre is a multi-media facility and a Cyber-lounge. It contains computers, CD-ROM, audio and reading materials. You can take advantage of the Student Resource Centre for independent or guided study. Internet access and email are free.

The EC Montreal French Language School uses an integrated approach to all 4 language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, using a variety of textual, audio and video materials. All EC Montreal teachers are native French speakers.

MONTREAL
Montreal is a unique city in North America. It was founded in 1642 by French settlers and retains an old-world lifestyle. The old city center still has its ancient stone buildings, stone-paved roads and horse-drawn carriages. Next to Paris, it is the largest French-speaking city in the world with a population of 2.8 million. Some say it is a little piece of Europe in North America. Located on an island in the St. Lawrence River, Montreal is a city where you can experience live theatre and concerts in both languages. Treat yourself to cuisine from all over the world at a variety of excellent restaurants. Visit the beautiful countryside around Montreal. Watch the leaves turn color in the autumn or the city come alive in the summer. If you like outdoor activities, Montreal has everything from hiking and sailing in the warmer months to skiing and skating in the colder months.

If you like shopping, go no further. Montreal is the fashion capital of Canada. Discover the “underground city” – you can shop in more than 11,700 boutiques and major department stores; or relax in popular restaurants and cafes; or end your evenings at the theatre or cinema-all without ever stepping outdoors. With Montreal’s convenient Metro system, everything is within your reach.

Be sure to climb Mount Royal for a beautiful view of the city. Perhaps you would prefer to wander the cobblestone streets of the Old Port. Soak in the history and walk along the waterfront to see street performers and artists demonstrating their talents. Participate in some of the world-class events taking place in Montreal: the annual internationally acclaimed Jazz festival, the Just for Laughs comedy festival, or the Formula One auto race in June.