Summer School on the Fundamentals of Canadian Law An immersive program in constitutional, civil, and comparative law with practical insights from Canada’s legal institutions.
Discover Canadian Law in One of North America’s Most Vibrant Cities
- Faculty Of Law, University de Montréal
- From Monday, July 6th to Friday July 17th, 2026
Are you a law student seeking to deepen your understanding of law in a North American context? Join students from around the world for the Summer School on the Fundamentals of Canadian Law, an immersive academic and cultural experience taking place in Montreal from July 6th to July 17th.
Over two intensive weeks, you will explore the key features of the Canadian legal and judicial system, renowned for its bijural and bilingual tradition. The program offers a strong theoretical foundation through engaging lectures and discussions led by distinguished professors and legal experts. This academic training is complemented by visits to major legal and political institutions in Montreal and Ottawa, providing practical insight into the application of Canadian law in institutional settings.
Hosted in Montreal, a bilingual and multicultural metropolis recognized for its academic excellence, the Summer School provides an ideal environment for international learning and exchange. While days are dedicated to academic activities, evenings and weekends remain free, allowing you to discover Montreal’s rich cultural life, diverse neighborhoods, and beautiful surroundings. Students from the Faculty of Law will also propose activities designed to help you fully experience student life in Montreal.
More than an academic program, the Summer School on the Fundamentals of Canadian Law offers a valuable opportunity to broaden comparative legal perspectives, engage with an international cohort, and enrich your legal education in a global context.
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Program
Program includes over 30 hours of courses
- Quebec Civil Law and Canadian Bijuralism
- Canadian Constitutional Law
- Canadian Constitutional Law 2 – Human Rights
- Canadian Criminal Law
- Canadian Administrative Law
- North American Trade Law
- Introduction to U.S. Law
- Canadian Business Law
- Sustainable Development in Canada
- Law and Economics
Outings included
- Montreal Court House
- Court of Appeal of Quebec
- Day trip to Ottawa: visit of the Supreme Court
Consult the preliminary program
The program schedule and activities may be subject to change.
Academic requirements
In order to register, student must have completed at least one year of studies in a law program outside of Canada.
A transcript showing the courses completed in a law program will be required.
Language requirements
As English is the language of instruction, students who are not currently attending an English-language institution are expected to demonstrate that they have a sufficient knowledge of English prior to the program. This can be done by providing a transcript demonstrating previous courses followed in English, a language certificate from the home university, or results of an internationally recognized test.
- Certificate demonstrating level B2 of the Common European Framework (CEFR)
- IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 in all categories
- TOEFL: 90 overall
Evaluation
The program includes two assessments:
- Multiple-choice exam – 50% of the final grade
- Project and oral presentation – 50% of the final grade
The grading system is Pass/Fail.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation during the Farewell Lunch Celebration.
Fees
Fees: $ 1550 CAD
- Fees include
- Tuition
- Outings
- Wireless internet on campus
- Public transportation card for the 2 weeks
- Welcome breakfast
- Lunches on campus (6)
- Farewell Lunch Celebration
Housing
Accommodation is not included; however, we have secured special rates at two nearby establishments for the period of July 5th to 18th, 2026 (13 nights). Alternatively, you are welcome to choose any other accommodation that suits your preferences and budget.
Budget option : Université de Montréal residences
- 15-minute walk from the classrooms
- 5 minute metro ride to downtown Montreal
- Quiet, secluded location near the Mount Royal
- Shared common space, bathroom and kitchen (cutlery, ustensils, pots and pans are not provided)
- Solo rooms: $57 CAD per night (plus taxes)
- Double rooms: $76 CAD per night (plus taxes)
- No air conditioning, but fans are provided
- Special rates available for other room types
- Limited availability
Comfort option : Hôtel Terrasse-Royale
- Just a 5-minute walk from the classrooms
- Located in the vibrant Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood, surrounded by restaurants, shops and grocery stores
- Superior suite (2 beds, 1 sofa-bed, full kitchen with cooktop, fridge, microwave, toaster, cutlery, utensils and air conditioning):
- Double occupancy: $179 CAD per night (plus taxes)
- Triple or quadruple occupancy: $199 CAD per night (plus taxes)
- Superior suite (1 bed, 1 sofa-bed, full kitchen with cooktop, fridge, microwave, toaster, cutlery, utensils and air conditioning):
- Double occupancy: $159 CAD per night (plus taxes)
- Triple occupancy: $179 CAD per night (plus taxes)
Rooms are available on a first come first serve basis and must be booked individually by each student. The booking code to benefit from the preferential rate will be provided upon receipt of the deposit payment.
Registration
Application deadline: Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Payment deadline: Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Should you need a visa to come to Canada, we recommend that you apply as soon as possible in order to fulfill all the administrative requirements.
Visa
Since the program lasts less than six months, participants do not require a study permit. However, depending on your country of citizenship, you will either need a visitor visa to enter Canada or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). To find out which document is required, consult the Canadian government webpage.
For questions regarding immigration procedures, you can get in touch with the immigration team by ZOOM or write to immigration@umontreal.ca.
Cancellation policy
If you need to cancel your participation, the Faculty will apply the following refund policy:
- Full refund: until May 31st, 2026
- Partial refund: For cancellations between June 1st and 15th, 2026 we will deduct a $ 150 CAD administration fee
- Non-refundable: No payments will be refunded after June 15th, 2026
