The residences

Where will I stay?

During your stay at the EIF you will be housed in one of the campus residences.

Will I be sharing an apartment?

You will share an apartment with three other participants from your program, but you will each have your own room (bed, desk and closet).

Can I choose my roommates?

Only if you send your request to the person in charge of the accommodation at dir.eif@uqtr.ca at least two weeks before the beginning of the program.

Can the apartments be mixed?

Participants are always housed with people of the same gender.

Are apartments furnished?

The apartments are furnished and equiped with a kitchenette (fridge and oven included); however, there are no microwave nor television in the apartments. Also, there are no utensils, dishes, pots and pans etc. Sheets, blankets and pillows are provided, but you must bring your own towels and facecloths as well as toiletries (shampoo, soap etc.)

Can I bring my child with me for the duration of the program, and can he/she stay in my apartment?

For information about family programs, please contact the EIF.

Can I come with my spouse or my spouses during the program and can he live in my apartment?

The spouses can't stay in your apartment.

Where can I do my laundry?

There are washing machines and dryers available in the basement of each residence. However, you must provide your own laundry detergent

Is it possible to arrive one day early and/or leave one day later?

It is possible to arrive a day earlier and/or leave a day later. There will be a additional fee to pay for your room. You must reserve your room at least two weeks before the start of the program at dir.eif@uqtr.ca and you will then be informed of how much it will cost.

What should I bring in my luggage? Elements contained in the list are optional

Health insurance card
Social insurance card
Extra money (approximately $75 per week)
French dictionary and French grammar
Warm clothes (scarf, woollen socks in case the weather turns cold)
Umbrella and rain clothes
Outdoor clothing for excursions
Sports clothes (running or walking shoes for the various activities)
Swimsuit and bathing cap (for the Sports Centre swimming pool and outdoor pools)
Bicycle or roller blades (you can also rent these in Trois-Rivières)
Tennis racket (not rented)
Towels and facecloths
Soap, shampoo, toothbrush and toothpaste
Kitchen equipment if you are planning on cooking (utensils, dishes, pots and pans etc.)
Alarm clock
Camera
Musical instrument

N.B. Please note that sheets, blankets and pillows are provided.