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Social life at the MEC

Numerous events and activities take place throughout the year for residents of the MEC, to make their experience unforgettable.

These activities result in the development of great friendships, contribute to a convivial atmosphere in the House, and encourage cultural and artistic interactions and connections.

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Social activities

Get ready to taste or cook dishes which are typically Canadian, and from different regions of the world! Attend a concert or a play! Participate in an evening of painting, or spend some time chatting with your colleagues and friends on the patio. That’s also a big part of the MEC and the Cité internationale universitaire de Paris!

Networking

Connect with students and artists.

Culture

Participate in numerous cultural events.

Sports

Enjoy the park of the Cité to play different sports.

Culinary

Taste the dishes of different regions of the world, and show your talent!

Residents’ committee:

A residents’ committee for the MEC is elected each year.

Its role :

Contribute to community living in the house, by establishing a dialogue between the director and residents.

Your opinions, your suggestions, your comfort and your needs are our priority.

Composition

The residents’ committee must be composed of a minium of 4 people:

• The president who ensures a link with the director
  – This person will also be on the Board of Directors of the MEC Foundation.
• Vice president
• Secretary
• Treasurer

Working groups for different areas of interest are also created each year as needed (e.g. culture, sports, sustainable development, cuisine, etc.)

Meet the 2021-2022 committee : 

Soufiane Telhig- President

Alexandre Lloyd – Vice president

Oscar Lange – Treasurer/ President after Soufiane

Joana Zghaib – Secretary

Silas Xuereb: internal vice president

The residents’ committee also helps organize activities and cultural events of the House so that it is always lively.