The MEC invites you to its pop-up Sugar Shack on March 13, 2026, at 7 p.m., as part of its MECAvenir campaign. Under the direction of Jean-Christophe Beaudin, Chef at the Québec Government Office in Paris, come and discover a reimagined traditional Québec menu presented in four courses. Join us for this unique culinary experience […]
On January 30, the Maison des étudiants canadiens (MEC) kicked off the celebrations marking this milestone year in its history. To launch the MEC’s 100th anniversary, we rolled out the red carpet for no fewer than 187 distinguished guests, residents, friends, and colleagues. Everyone wore their finest attire, transporting us back to 1926 : the […]
What a joy for the MEC to be featured in a recent Toronto Star article! Journalist Allan Woods spoke with Maxime Poignand (Special Projects Officer for the centenary), France Mainville (Director of the MEC), as well as Aimé Saldia and Danielle Louzado (two of our residents pursuing a master’s at Sciences Po), to write this […]
The Canadian Students’ House is proud to highlight the introduction of the Merit and Engagement Scholarship awarded by the Cité internationale universitaire de Paris (CIUP), a unique initiative designed to support residents whose academic excellence and civic engagement stand out. The Merit and Engagement Scholarships are granted by the CIUP and cover the full amount of the monthly rent (up to […]
October 24 to November 8, 2025 People who have lived, worked, or crossed paths with the Maison des étudiants canadiens write its History through their presence, their participation, and their experiences. It is their testimonies and the memories they carry that shape the identity of our home—familial, empathetic, and creative. It was therefore essential to […]
The Maison des étudiants canadiens recently welcomed the UN Human Rights Observatory for a gathering that brought together researchers, artists, and students around a shared reflection: how dialogue across disciplines and cultures can foster a renewed understanding of human rights. Throughout the day, participants explored the intersections between artistic creation, legal frameworks, and Indigenous voices. […]
Alexandre de Takacsy Award — France–Canada Chamber of Commerce Weaving connections means opening the door to infinite possibilities: sharing resources, passing on knowledge, and allowing cultural and human richness to circulate. These collaborative and vibrant relationships were placed in the spotlight at the 2025 Gala of the France–Canada Chamber of Commerce. On November 19, the […]
We had the pleasure of welcoming the teams from the Baxter & Alma Foundation to our offices. As a reminder, each year the foundation supports one of our residents by awarding a scholarship for excellence.This year, Jon Gill (our resident in the photo) was lucky enough to be the recipient of this award. During their […]
REMOTE VISIT AS IF YOU WERE THERE In order to provide a clearer, virtual reality experience of all the houses in the city, the CIUP teams have developed an interface that allows you to view all the key areas of each house in virtual reality. Visit the Canadian Student House now by clicking here.
On September 30, MEC teams welcomed this academic year’s new residents to the traditional director’s reception. To help the new residents learn more about their new home, a fun and entertaining tour was organized for them. From the Panet-Raymond lounge to the MEC Avenir model room, they were able to discover the history of the […]
