French courses
Free French classes for immigrants
Did you know that the best way to integrate and find a job in Quebec is to learn French? It’s the official and most widely spoken language in the province, from public institutions and workplaces to teaching, communications, retail, and business. PROMIS is here to make the process simple and accessible.
Learning French in Montreal starts here.
Interested in learning French and all of its unique expressions? You’ll need to sign up on the Government of Quebec’s Apprendre le français platform; there is no other way to access these courses.
Create an account, fill out the necessary information, select PROMIS as your learning centre, then wait for the MIFI to contact you.
These free French courses unfold over 11 weeks:
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels
- Instruction includes oral, written, and spoken French
- Full-time or part-time courses available
- Morning, afternoon, and nighttime slots on weekdays and weekends (schedule varies based on proficiency level)
- In-class or remote lessons
- Available across Quebec
- Courses offered from abroad under certain conditions
Other course formats are also available:
- Completely online or remote
- Tailored based on job/industry
- At your workplace
You will also have access to any other PROMIS services you might need, including employment assistance and academic support.
French courses are for you if you are:
– A person aged 16 and over as of July 1 in the year preceding your immigration application and you live in Quebec: immigrant or Canadian by birth;
– An employee who works at a company that wishes to receive francization services;
– A person who wants to move to Quebec.
Visitors and tourists are not eligible for our courses.
French courses offered by the Government of Quebec are free.
More than a French school
Learning French is an essential step along your integration journey. Why choose PROMIS as your course provider?
- Receive support from our team in your native language when filling out forms and registration documents.
- Take part in activities to improve your fluency and vocabulary.
- Learn in a friendly and welcoming classroom environment.
- Immerse yourself in French during cultural field trips, celebrations, and contests.
- Easily access our offices by metro or bus.
- Tap into a one-stop shop that offers all the services you need under one roof.
Francization activities
Explore a list of francization activities around Montreal that will help you incorporate French into your daily life.
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French is the gateway to success – just ask our clients!
Our language school has helped thousands of newcomers learn French. Here’s what they have to say about their experiences.
“When I’m feeling down, when I miss my family, parents, and friends, I come to PROMIS. I feel loved and at home. They’re my second family!”
–Karim Aboutaj
Our Montreal-based francization team
We’ll be by your side helping you fill out forms and answering any questions you may have about our French courses.
