CONTANGO College has proactively promoted French culture across all sectors of Canadian society since its founding in 1979, striving to help people understand, learn, and widely use the French language in Canada, and to build a vibrant French-speaking community. From its inception, the college integrated French language education with French cultural outreach through diverse curricula, cultural events, and campus advocacy, fostering the use of French in daily life, professional settings, and public affairs.
Milestones in our journey to promote French language and culture across Canada
Founding of CONTANGO College, establishment of the initial French language courses, and the launch of community-oriented French outreach programs.
Launch of the "French Culture Week" featuring lectures and performances by representatives from French-speaking countries, French-language authors, and musicians to broaden cross-disciplinary French cultural diffusion.
Establishment of an internal network of French-speaking community partners, forming sister ties with French-speaking associations in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal to promote the use of French within local communities.
Introduction of an online French learning platform and community study groups, extending access to learners across British Columbia, Ontario, and beyond.
Transition to online teaching during the pandemic, while offering a series of workshops on "French in the Workplace" to help learners apply what they've learned.
Collaboration with several Canadian universities and French-language education organizations to run short-term cultural exchange programs, fostering interaction and networking among francophone learners across provinces.
Establishment of the CONTANGO French Community Fund to support French-language activities and volunteer training, strengthening the sustainability of the French-speaking community.
Beginner to advanced levels with aligned CEFR benchmarks. Specialized tracks: general French, business French, TEF exam preparation.
Native instructors with teaching certifications. Ongoing professional development and classroom observations.
Interactive classes: speaking-first approach, communicative activities. Cultural sessions, cinema days, and conversation clubs.
In-person and high-quality online courses. Part-time, intensive, and blended formats to fit schedules.
Strategically designed mock exams for TEF. Tips and tactics for listening, reading, writing, and speaking sections.
Small class sizes for personalized attention. Student support services: counseling, administrative help. Language exchange partners and tandem programs. Alumni network and cultural immersion events
Native French speakers dedicated to your success
Principal of CONTANGO College | Director of French Culture and Language Learning Department
I am from the north of France, in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. Although I am still early in my career, I have already had the opportunity to teach in France and Canada. I love teaching through songs, media and books, and I firmly believe that culture is an essential tool for learning French.
French teacher
Hello! Hello! I am Melanie, a passionate French teacher with more than 10 years of experience. I have a master's degree in French as a foreign language from the Sorbonne Nouvelle University. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work with students of all ages and cultural backgrounds, which has greatly enriched my pedagogy. I love integrating digital tools and interactive activities to make learning both fun and effective. Seeing my students progress and gain confidence in French is what motivates me the most in my profession. For me, teaching French means not only sharing a language, but also a culture and a true passion for communication.
French Teacher | TCF Canada Specialist
I come from Provence, in the south of France. I worked in archaeology, translation and teaching French. I love sharing my language and discovering new cultures with my students. For me, teaching is a way to create connections between communities. I also enjoy hiking, swimming and dating.
From Beginner to C1
| Program Schedule | Level | Class Time (Vancouver, PDT) | Class Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue/Thu/Fri (3 Days, 6hr/week) 1-month Classes |
Beginner-A1 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | In-person + Hybrid |
| Tue/Thu/Fri (3 Days, 6hr/week) 2-month Classes |
A1-A2 | ||
| Tue/Thu/Fri (3 Days, 6hr/week) 3-month Classes |
A2-B1 | ||
| Tue/Thu/Fri (3 Days, 6hr/week) 1-month Classes |
B1-C1 | ||
| Mon-Thu (4 Days, 12hr/week) 6-month Intensive Classes |
Beginner-C1 | 6:30 - 9:30 PM | In-person + Hybrid |
| Sat-Sun (2 Days, 6hr/week) 10-month Regular Classes |
Beginner-C1 | 10:00 - 12:00 AM | In-person + Hybrid |
| Program Length | Tuition | Registration Fee | Total Program Fee | Payment Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Early Bird
1-month 24h, $10/hour |
$299 $384 |
Waived | $299 $599 |
Full Payment |
| 4-month 5% discount |
$1,899 | $100 | $1,999 | 1st: $599 2nd-4th: $466 |
| 7-month 8% discount |
$2,899 | $100 | $2,999 | 1st: $599 2nd-6th: $400 7th: $169 |
|
Best Value
10-month 10% discount |
$3,899 | $100 | $3,999 | 1st: $599 2nd-9th: $377 10th: Free |
|
Intensive
6-month Intensive 288h, $17/hour |
$4,899 | Waived | $4,899 | 1st: $899 2nd-5th: $800 6th: $207.2 |
