
What we like about the school
- Free daily extra-curricular activities.
Location: LAB - Languages Across Borders Montreal is located in the multi-cultural cosmopolitan city of Montreal, Canada. The school is centrally located in the Shaughnessy Village neighbourhood, within walking distance of Downtown Montreal and surrounded by cafes, eateries, attractions and sites of interest. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the Canadian Centre for Architecture. The large Mt Royal Park is around a 30-minute walk from the school.
Course selection: LAB - Languages Across Borders Montreal provides English courses for students of all levels, over several schedules and intensities. In addition to General English courses, Academic English and IELTS Exam Preparation programmes are also readily available throughout the year.
Getting around: The school is within a moment's walk of the Montreal Subway network and various bus routes.
- The language school LAB - Languages Across Borders was founded in Montreal, Canada in 1997.
- Legal name / parent company: LaSalle College International
- Tax registration ID: 805546843RT0001
- Abbreviated name of school: LAB Montreal
English Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in C$ | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 930 884 | 1395 1326 | 1860 1767 | 2325 2209 | 2790 2651 | 2877 2734 | 5250 4988 | 224 213 |
Price in MXN | 4141 | 8281 | 12421 | 11848 | 17772 | 23695 | 29619 | 35543 | 36651 | 66881 | 2854 |
This course is the ideal program for students who want to improve their overall English or French language proficiency for general purposes and have the confidence to communicate effectively in daily life. It is also ideal for students who would like time to settle into Montreal life before moving up to other classes.
In this course, students learn to communicate quickly and effectively as classes focus on the four most important aspects of learning a language: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
LAB’s General English and French courses are ideal for students who want to improve their overall language proficiency and gain confidence in communicating effectively in real life situations. Through a dynamic and interactive teaching approach, you will partake in a range of every day speaking, listening, writing and reading activities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 10:30 - 15:30

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in C$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1155 1098 | 1733 1647 | 2310 2195 | 2888 2744 | 3465 3292 | 3608 3428 | 6282 5968 | 268 255 |
Price in MXN | 5160 | 10319 | 15479 | 14714 | 22078 | 29428 | 36791 | 44142 | 45964 | 80028 | 3415 |
This course is the ideal way to develop either English or French skills quickly in a learning environment that is enriching and encouraging. Its workshops include a vocabulary and grammar booster, conversation booster, pronunciation booster, college preparation, business English or French.
LAB’s General English and French courses are ideal for students who want to improve their overall language proficiency and gain confidence in communicating effectively in real life situations. Through a dynamic and interactive teaching approach, you will partake in a range of every day speaking, listening, writing and reading activities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:00 - 15:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in C$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1232 1171 | 1848 1756 | 2464 2341 | 3080 2926 | 3696 3512 | 3848 3656 | 7100 6745 | 284 270 |
Price in MXN | 5160 | 10319 | 15479 | 15695 | 23543 | 31390 | 39237 | 47085 | 49021 | 90449 | 3618 |
Are you preparing for college or university in North America? In this class, students study a wide variety of reading texts in detail. The diversity in content exposes you to a broad range of vocabulary and grammar, as well as literary forms. You will also improve your grammar accuracy and analyze relationships between words as you practice using new vocabulary in different contexts. Grammar points are reviewed, and close attention is paid to students' grammatical accuracy during speaking exercises.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in C$ | 305 290 | 610 580 | 915 870 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 1710 1625 | 2138 2032 | 2565 2437 | 2633 2502 | 4782 4543 | 204 194 |
Price in MXN | 3886 | 7771 | 11657 | 14523 | 21785 | 21785 | 27237 | 32677 | 33543 | 60919 | 2599 |
LAB’s General English and French courses are ideal for students who want to improve their overall language proficiency and gain confidence in communicating effectively in real life situations. Through a dynamic and interactive teaching approach, you will partake in a range of every day speaking, listening, writing and reading activities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 10:30 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in C$ | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 992 943 | 1488 1414 | 1984 1885 | 2480 2356 | 2976 2828 | 3068 2915 | 5600 5320 | 224 213 |
Price in MXN | 4141 | 8281 | 12421 | 12638 | 18956 | 25275 | 31594 | 37912 | 39084 | 71340 | 2854 |
Are you preparing for college or university in North America? In this class, students study a wide variety of reading texts in detail. The diversity in content exposes you to a broad range of vocabulary and grammar, as well as literary forms. You will also improve your grammar accuracy and analyze relationships between words as you practice using new vocabulary in different contexts. Grammar points are reviewed, and close attention is paid to students' grammatical accuracy during speaking exercises.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 335 319 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in MXN | -- | -- | -- | 4268 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Improve your language fluency at your convenience! Your evening classes offer a comprehensive, accessible and high quality language training.
Focus on increasing overall proficiency in speaking and writing while also expanding your vocabulary.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in C$ | -- | 3037 2962 | 3951 3853 | 4964 4840 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in MXN | -- | 39708 | 51658 | 64902 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Includes:
- English/French classes in the mornings (Mon – Fri)
- Activities with LAB leader in the afternoons (Mon – Fri)
- Material fee
- Registration fee
- Certificate
- Saturday excursions
- Transportation pass (OPUS card for commuting & activities)
- Medical insurance
- LAB welcome pack
Custodianship Fee: CAD 200 or CAD 25 per week.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in C$ | -- | 2167 2059 | 2846 2704 | 3624 3443 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in MXN | -- | 27606 | 36256 | 46167 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Includes:
- English/French classes in the mornings (Mon – Fri)
- Activities with LAB leader in the afternoons (Mon – Fri)
- Material fee
- Registration fee
- Certificate
- Saturday excursions
- Transportation pass (OPUS card for commuting & activities)
- Medical insurance
- LAB welcome pack
Custodianship Fee: CAD 200 or CAD 25 per week.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
01 Jan. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 22 May 2023, 23 Jun. 2023, 30 Jul. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 09 Oct. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023, 26 Dec. 2023, 27 Dec. 2023, 28 Dec. 2023, 29 Dec. 2023.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
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A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 80 | 4 |
A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 160 | 8 |
B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 180 | 9 |
B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 200 | 10 |
C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 220 | 11 |
C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. |
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
LAB - Languages Across Borders (LAB)




General school facilities
Restaurant
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 16Number of public PC workstations: 3Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
200 C$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Accommodation
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1290 | 1505 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 215 | 200 |
Price in MXN | 2884 | 5767 | 8650 | 11533 | 14416 | 17299 | 20182 | 23065 | 28831 | 34598 | 2884 | 2682 |
Price per person
Staying with a host family is a popular choice among many students. The host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to the students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a
warm family atmosphere.
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 300 | 200 |
Price in MXN | 4023 | 8046 | 12069 | 16092 | 20115 | 24138 | 28161 | 32184 | 40230 | 48275 | 4023 | 2682 |
Price per person
Staying with a host family is a popular choice among many students. The host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to the students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a
warm family atmosphere.
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | 1575 | 1890 | 2205 | 2520 | 3150 | 3780 | 315 | 200 |
Price in MXN | 4225 | 8449 | 12673 | 16897 | 21121 | 25345 | 29569 | 33793 | 42241 | 50689 | 4225 | 2682 |
Price per person
Staying with a host family is a popular choice among many students. The host families are carefully selected to provide quality service to the students. Staying with a family allows students to completely immerse themselves in a French or English environment with a
warm family atmosphere.
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 925 | -- | -- | -- | 1850 | -- | 2775 | -- | 200 |
Price in MXN | 12404 | 24808 | 37212 | 2682 |
Price per person
LAB Montréal offers several student residence options. Rooms provided are fully furnished, safe and comfortable.
- Private or shared bedroom
- Fully furnished with equipped kitchen
- Internet access (WIFI)
- 25 minute commute from the school by public transportation
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 1425 | -- | -- | -- | 2850 | -- | 4275 | -- | 200 |
Price in MXN | 19109 | 38218 | 57327 | 2682 |
Price per person
LAB Montréal offers several student residence options. Rooms provided are fully furnished, safe and comfortable.
- Private or shared bedroom
- Fully furnished with equipped kitchen
- Internet access (WIFI)
- 25 minute commute from the school by public transportation
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 1695 | -- | -- | -- | 3390 | -- | 5085 | -- | 200 |
Price in MXN | 22730 | 45459 | 68189 | 2682 |
Price per person
LAB Montréal offers several student residence options. Rooms provided are fully furnished, safe and comfortable.
- Private or shared bedroom
- Fully furnished with equipped kitchen
- Internet access (WIFI)
- 25 minute commute from the school by public transportation
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FAQ about LAB - Languages Across Borders, Montreal
- What is the best price for a course at LAB - Languages Across Borders, Montreal?English courses at LAB - Languages Across Borders start at 80 C$ for Evening General English Course course with 5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by LAB - Languages Across Borders?Yes. The school offers pickup from Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (100 C$)
- What is the number of students per class at Languages Across Borders?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Languages Across Borders varies from 14 students (Summer Camp ) to 15 students (Semi Intensive Language Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at LAB - Languages Across Borders?100% of teachers at LAB - Languages Across Borders hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of LAB - Languages Across Borders from?The highest Nationality percentage at LAB - Languages Across Borders comes from China with a 16% representation, followed by students from Brazil (15%) and Vietnam (12%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- LAB - Languages Across Borders offers courses for which ages?LAB - Languages Across Borders offers courses from 14 years (Summer Camp , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 19 for the rest of the year.
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