Second Language Training

Second Language Training

Nathalie Vadeboncoeur – Second Language Training Specialist
Phone: (613) 392-2811 ext. 3855
Email: nathalie.v@trentonmfrc.ca

French &  English Classes (beginner, intermediate and advanced levels)

The next session for French and English classes begins on April 14, 2025. (Registration deadline is April 4, 2025)

Courses for military spouses/partners and their dependents (minimum age 18 years) are offered by the Trenton Military Family Resource Centre for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

Classes run for 10 weeks beginning in September, January, and April.

Each session offers a total of 40 hours of instruction plus an online component on LRDG portal.
Classes are held twice a week (Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday), either mornings (9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.), afternoons (12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.), or evenings (6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.) depending on the requests.

Classes are offered in-person/classroom sessions or virtual sessions, depending on the requests.

The cost for a military spouse is a $50 deposit. This deposit is refundable at the end of the session with the completion of the course (75% or more of the online component completed and 75% or more attendance for the in-class portion) and the exams.

Courses are also open to military members for a cost of $85 non-refundable and to members of the community at a cost of $150 per session. However, priority will be given to spouses of military members (A minimum of five military spouse participants, with a maximum of ten students, is required per course).

The Second Language Training is a national program, and courses can be continued at most CAF Bases across Canada.

To register, please contact Nathalie Vadeboncoeur, Second Language Training:

Come in and complete the registration form at the MFRC reception or contact Nathalie Vadeboncoeur at 613-392-2811 ext. 3855 (nathalie.v@trentonmfrc.ca) for further information. An evaluation of your level will be made by telephone following your registration. You can also download and complete the registration form from home and bring it to the MFRC.

French Class Registration Form

English Class Registration Form

Intermediate English and French Conversation Clubs

Looking to strengthen your English or French speaking skills? Join our free, 6-week Intermediate Conversation Clubs for adults! These small-group sessions are offered online or in person, but please note that each format is a separate club, and participants cannot switch between online and in-person once the program begins.

The focus is on oral communication only—the target language will be spoken at all times, with no grammar instruction or written exercises. This immersive approach helps build confidence and fluency in a supportive environment.

Military community members receive priority registration until the posted deadline. A minimum of 5 participants is required to run each club, with a maximum of 8 to ensure meaningful interaction and conversation time.

Start Dates & Times

French Conversation Club
• Online: Starts Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• In Person: Starts Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 12:30 PM

English Conversation Club
• Online: Starts Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• In Person: Starts Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Spaces are limited—register early to secure your spot!

English Conversation Club – Registration Form 
French Conversation Club – Registration Form 

French/English LRDG Self-Directed Learning program

LRDG portal could be used as a self-directed online language training program. This program is available on request for military spouses/partners only.  A minimum usage of 4 hours per month is required in order to maintain access to the portal.

Other free online resources

For all those who want to learn a new language, please see the Mauril, Babbel, and Duolingo programs below. Programme de formation à distance (F@D) also offers some French Second Language courses at no charge.

For more information and to register for a course or club, please contact Nathalie Vadeboncoeur, Second Language Training Specialist: