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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.

Photos of past event

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!

Resident’s committee

An MEC residents’ committee is elected each year.

Its role is to

To contribute to the quality of life at the MEC by establishing a dialogue between management and residents.

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

Composition

The Residents’ Committee must comprise a minimum of 4 people:

Chairperson who liaises with management

• This person also sits on the MEC Foundation Board of Directors.
• Vice-presidency
• Secretary
• Treasurer
  Working groups are also set up annually to focus on specific areas of interest (e.g. culture, sports, sustainable development, cooking, etc.).

Meet the 2024-2025 committee:

Paulina Tsvetkova: President

Pascal Morimanno: Vice-Chairman and Member of Parliament for BDR

Jean Charlier: Treasurer

Michaela Tsvetkova: Secretary

Youssef Laimeche: responsible for sustainable development and BDR MP

Thomas Windisch: social activities manager

Claire Michaud: cultural manager

Madeleine Dominguez: social networks manager

The Residents’ Committee also helps organize cultural activities and events to keep the Maison alive and kicking.