ISP at a Glance - International Student Program

Type: Public
Program Duration: Full Year, Semester, Short-Term Stays, Summer STEAM program
Gender designation: Co-ed
Grades: K-11 and Vocational Training
Age Ranges: 4 – 18 and 16+
City/Town, Province/State: Montreal’s north shore, Quebec
Country: Canada

International students	Countries represented	Average students per class	Number of schools
50	15	25	7

Homestay Provider(s): MLI Homestay

Average Summer Temperature: 20°C to 35°C

Average Winter Temperature: -15°C and -5°C

Where are we located?

Our territory covers the entire north shore of Montreal, from vibrant Laval all the way up to the Laurentians/Laurentides. Covering such a large territory enables us to offer a wide range of experiences to students. From living in a vibrant urban city with all its amenities, to living in an area surrounded by green spaces, suburban communities, parks, riverside areas, wooded spaces, etc. Our region encompasses diverse and welcoming communities, with a rich cultural identity shaped by its many neighbourhoods, local festivals, restaurants, and recreational activities.

General Description

Our programmes are designed to provide international students with a challenging and enriching academic experience while supporting their personal growth, athletic development, and character building. The Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming school community where students, parents, teachers, and staff work together to create a positive learning environment.

Our English Language Support Program (ESL) provides dedicated language support to help international students strengthen their English skills, build confidence, and fully participate in school life.

We strive to ensure that every international student feels comfortable, supported, and connected within the school community while gaining the academic knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in Canada and beyond.

Highlights

“English Education, Bilingual Future” – Opportunity to study in English while being immersed in an English/French environment
Many choices: students can choose their school, their duration (from 1 month to 3 recurring years), their intake (full year, 1^st semester or 2^nd semester), their schedule (academic or cultural where we can customize their subjects based on interest/needs), homestay family who speaks English, French or is bilingual
Sports and arts concentrations available
Schools next to ski hills and recreative parks
Close proximity to many touristic attractions in Eastern Canada such as Niagara Falls, Quebec City, Ottawa, NYC, etc.
Bridge Point group: peer support from leadership students to ensure a smooth integration into the community
STEAM Summer Program with hands-on learning, English language development, cultural exploration and accommodations at the Cosmodome Space Museum

Important Dates and Requirements

Student profile	Immigration Permits required	Deadline to submit application to SWLSB
Students coming only for the February-June 2027 semester	Only a CAQ	Nov 1, 2026
Students coming for any short-term stay	Only a CAQ	3 months prior to start date
Students coming for the full 2027-2028 school year (September to June)	CAQ and SP	April 15,2027
Students coming only for the September 2027- January 2028 semester	Only a CAQ	May 15, 2027
Students coming for the STEAM Summer Program 2027	eTA* Canadian Tourist Visa*	May 15, 2027 May 1, 2027
Vocational Training Programs	CAQ and SP	4 months prior to start date

Activities

Yearbook Committee, Games Room, Oasis Lounge, Grad Committee, Student Council, Theatre Productions, Fitness Room, Science Fair, Robotics, Variety Show, Web Site Development, Community Involvement, Graduation Committee, School band, and much more

Sports

Ball hockey, ice hockey, indoor soccer (futsal), cheerleading, football, basketball, soccer, track and field, volleyball, weight training, handball, tennis, flag football.

Clubs

Art, Strategy Games, Plants, Multicultural, Robotics, Wood Working, Music, and much more.

Extra cost: Fieldtrips, winter sports

Special Courses

Concentration programs: These offer students the opportunity to pursue their passion in the Arts or Sports by delving more deeply in their field of interest. These programs provide students with the opportunity to complete the regular or enriched academic program while benefitting from more time to focus on skill development in their chosen concentration. Art (visual and fine arts) Music, Theatre, Hockey, Soccer, Basketball and Football. Additional fees apply.

Application Requirements

Documents to Upload with Student Application

SWLSB student contract
Passport (main page with the picture and signature on it)
Original birth certificate indicating the parents’ names and place of birth
Transcripts/diplomas obtained in the country of origin
Student’s Letter of intent
Letter of Reference from the current school
Official English testing score

To download the student contract or submit an application, please refer to our website: https://isp.swlauriersb.qc.ca/

Spaces available

Academic Year: 2026-2027	Academic Year: 2027-2028
Total Spaces Available 30 Grade/Spaces Grade 11: 10 Grade 10: 10 Grade 9: 10	Total Spaces Available 50 Grade/Spaces Grade 11: 20 Grade 10: 15 Grade 9: 15

Recruitment Season: Open

Documents & Materials

Finances: Price list 2026-2027 or Price list 2027-2028
Forms & Waivers: Youth Student contract 2026-2027, Youth Student contract 2027-2028, Vocational Training program 2026-2027
Health Insurance: Study Insured policy, Claim form and Summary of benefits
Marketing Materials: ISP Regular + STEAM program sell sheet and Vocational Training Price list 2026-2027
Lake of Two Mountains, Laval Junior Academy, Laval Senior Academy, Rosemere High School, Sainte Agathe Academy

Program Fees 2026-2027

Duration	Application Fee	Medical insurance	Tuition fees	English Language Support Program* (if applicable)	Total
10 Months (Full year)	$250	$462	$13,800	$1,500*	$16,012
5 Months (Half year)	$250	$231	$6,900	$750*	$8,131
3 Months (Partial)	$250	$154	$4,140	$450*	$4,994
2 Months (Partial	$250	$116	$2,760	$300*	$3,426
Homestay fees through the MLI Homestay Organization, tend to be very similar to academic costs and include airport transfers, custodianship, accommodations, meals, etc.

Program Fees 2027-2028

Duration	Application Fee	Medical insurance	Tuition fees	English Language Support Program* (if applicable)	Total
10 Months (Full year)	$250	$490	$14,352	$1,600*	$16,692
5 Months (Half year)	$250	$294	$7,176	$800*	$8,520
3 Months (Partial)	$250	$196	$3,588	$480*	$4,514
2 Months (Partial)	$250	$147	$2,392	$320*	$3,109
Homestay fees through the MLI Homestay Organization, tend to be very similar to academic costs and include airport transfers, custodianship, accommodations, meals, etc.