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SUMMARY:French for the Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Improve Your French for Work – Join Our Online Course Today\n  \nAre you ready to improve your French for work and gain the language skills you need to thrive in a bilingual workplace? Whether you’re aiming to improve your reading\, writing\, speaking\, or listening\, this immersive program will help you grow your confidence and professionalism en français. \n\nWhy Join This Program?\nDesigned for high beginners and intermediate-level learners\, our French for the Workforce course is more than just grammar and vocabulary—it’s about real-world application. \nWhether you’re just entering the workforce or looking to advance your career\, this course is tailored to help you communicate clearly and effectively in French. \nUpcoming Sessions\nIntermediate Level\n\n📅 November 4 – December 4\, 2026 (session repeats April 7 – May 7\, 2027)\n\n🕘 Wednesdays & Fridays\, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n💻 Online via Zoom\n💰 $100 (10 sessions)\n\nWant to feel more confident communicating in French at work?\nWhether you’re writing business emails\, participating in meetings\, or crafting a professional cover letter\, our French for the Workforce program is here to help you thrive in a bilingual workplace. \nIn this interactive\, five-week virtual course tailored for intermediate-level learners\, you’ll:\n✅ Strengthen your grammar and expand your vocabulary\n✅ Practice writing professional emails and cover letters\n✅ Boost your confidence in workplace conversations and meetings\n✅ Receive personalized feedback from both your instructor and peers \nBuild on your existing skills\, gain real-world practice\, and take your French to the next level—one professional interaction at a time. \nHigh Beginner Level\n\n📅 February 3 – February 26\, 2027)\n\n🕘 Wednesdays & Fridays\, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n💻 Online via Zoom\n💰 $80 (8 sessions)\n\nAre you looking to improve your French communication skills\, increase your vocabulary\, and improve your grammar?\nIf so\, then this four-week course is for you! \nWhether you’re focusing on reading\, writing\, speaking\, or listening\, our French for the Workforce program is designed to help you succeed in professional settings. \nIn this interactive\, four-week virtual course\, you’ll:\n✅ Expand your vocabulary and grammar skills\n✅ Practice mock interviews and learn to answer “Tell me about yourself” with confidence\n✅ Improve your CV writing and business email communication\n✅ Gain hands-on experience for workplace meetings and job interviews. \nWhat to Expect\nEach session includes: \n\nGroup discussion and role-play\nEmail and CV writing exercises\nInterview and meeting preparation\nGrammar\, conjugation\, and comprehension practice\n\nYou’ll also gain insight into using French keywords and terminology to strengthen your job applications. If you’re looking to improve your French for work\, this program offers the support and structure you need to succeed. \n  \nReady to Register?\nSpots are limited and registration is required. To ensure proper placement\, you’ll complete a brief written and oral evaluation. \n📞 Call 514-878-9788 or ✉️ email \n  \nMore Resources\nAdditionally\, we offer professional French translation services for your CV and cover letter.  \nFor more information about our services for job seekers\, click here. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/improve-your-french-for-work-2/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Employment,Entrepreneurship,French,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Presenting CALQ's Grant Program for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Looking to fund your next artistic project but not sure where to start? Grants can be a powerful tool to bring your creative vision to life!\nAre you interested in learning more about CALQ’s grants for artists?  Every year\, the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) financially supports more than 1\,800 artists’ projects and 900 non-profit arts organizations. They contribute to the expression of a vibrant culture accessible across Québec. \n  \nDuring this FREE session\, you’ll learn about:\n✅ Funding programs offered by the CALQ for individual artists\, including the Vivacité program ✅ How to apply for CALQ grants ✅ Challenges and questions that come up when applying for CALQ grants as an anglophone artist   \n  \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, February 4th \n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM\n📍 Location: Online\n🎤 Belinda Etienne\, Program Officer at CALQ 🔹 Presentation and Q&A will be done in English  \n  \nAbout the CALQ:\nThe Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ) invests in the imagination and celebrates the successes of those who create memorable works. It shapes Québec’s cultural identity\, and makes it shine. With a view to equitable\, sustainable artistic development\, the CALQ supports creation\, experimentation\, and production in the arts and literature in all regions of Québec and promotes dissemination in Québec\, Canada\, and abroad. \n  \nRegister Now!\n\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nOur workshops are designed for residents of Quebec. Unfortunately\, we are only able to accept participants from within the province. \n——– \nDiscover more about our Artists’ Program here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/fund-your-artistic-project/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts,Daytime,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Financing Options for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nUnlock the Secrets to Securing Business Funding\n  \nAre you an entrepreneur with big dreams and bold ideas but uncertain about how to secure the funding for your business? Join our free workshop\, Financing Options for Your Business\, and gain the tools and insights to turn your vision into a reality. \nThis session is designed to help entrepreneurs explore various funding opportunities and build the confidence to craft investment-worthy proposals. Learn how to navigate different funding channels\, from traditional loans and grants to venture capital and crowdfunding. We will also be uncovering what investors and lenders are really looking for. \n  \nWhat You’ll Gain from This Workshop\n  \n\nHow to identify the best funding sources for your business.\nStrategies for crafting compelling investment proposals.\nKey insights into what makes a business attractive to investors.\n\n  \nThis workshop provides practical advice and actionable steps to secure the financial support your business needs. Whether you’re launching a new venture or looking to grow an existing one\, this session equips you with the knowledge to confidently approach investors\, lenders\, and other funding sources. \nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll be prepared to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with a clearer understanding of your financing options. \n  \nTake the First Step in Securing Funding for Your Business\n  \nDon’t let funding hold your dreams back. Register now and take charge of your business’s future! \n  \nSign Up Here\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available in English and online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/secure-funding-for-your-business-3/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
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