www.myodyssey.ca

Created in the 1970s by the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada

Administered by the CMEC and the provinces and territories

Funded by Canadian Heritage

What is ODYSSEY?

Work as a language assistant

Live in another province or territory

September to May (25 hrs/week)

$18,500 and travel allowances

Training session in Quebec City

The Role of a Language Assistant

Support teachers by organizing cultural and linguistic activities.

Support students and emphasize fluency in speech.

Help students discover English and anglophone culture.

The Role of a Language Assistant

Language assistants are not intended to replace teachers.

Testimonials

“I was surprised at what I learned from being with my students. I discovered that communication isn’t only about words. You can express so

much through gestures and body language.”

Kathleen Lynch

Assistant in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Testimonials

“When I arrived, I was struck by people’s pride. I made some new friends. For the first time ever, I had the feeling of being deep in the heart of the Québec culture and identity.”

Robert McNutt Assistant in Lévis, Quebec

Eligibility Criteria

English must be your first (dominant) language. You must be proficient in both oral and written English.

You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Within the last ten years, you must have obtained at least one year of postsecondary studies.

Application Procedure

Apply online @ www.myodyssey.ca Send your printed application and

supporting documents to the Ontario coordinator, Lina Di Carlo

Deadline: February 28, 2012

Next Steps

March: You will receive a letter inviting you to an interview.

April-May: Your application will be forwarded to the province or territory where you could be assigned.

May-June: You will receive a letter indicating the status of your application (accepted or wait list).

Any questions?

Contact Information

1-877-866-4242

odyssey.program@ontario.ca