Few courses are offered on law in a social or comparative context. It accepts 240 students into its first year class. Fluency in French is required. Canex scholars are provided the opportunity to enhance their academic, professional and personal goals while gaining a wider perspective of our country by living and studying in a different part of Canada. The exchange is open to undergraduate students enrolled in a degree granting program at any of the Group of Ten Universities.
Students can apply for a term or a full year exchange.
The objective of this program is to increase the understanding of Canada's civil law and common law systems of justice in a manner that promotes better understanding of the differences between Quebec and the other Canadian provinces. The exchange aims to enhance the cultural understanding amongst students as well as promote a better appreciation of the two official languages. The bursary will allow participants to complete one semester at a civil law school of their choice. Once completed, credits earned will be counted toward their common law degree. The exchange program is funded by the Department of Justice Canada and administered by the Council of Canadian Law Deans.