The 2025–2026 training offerings have now concluded. We are currently planning future French-language training opportunities, which are expected to begin in fall 2026. In the meantime, Moodle self-paced French language training remains available year-round.
The 2025–2026 offerings have now concluded. We are currently planning future French-language training opportunities.
Further information and course descriptions are available on UPEI’s webpage: French for Government of PEI Employees | University of Prince Edward Island (upei.ca)
Unsure of what course you should register for? Please visit UPEI French Level Placement - Self-Assessment or see our French Language Training Pathway
If you have any questions, please email frenchlanguagetraining@gov.pe.ca
The 2025–2026 offerings have now concluded. We are currently planning future French-language training opportunities.
2025-2026 Workshop Offerings:
- A Guide to French Prepositions
- Avoiding Anglicisms in French
- French Medical Terminology I
- Inclusive Writing
- Relative Pronouns
Course descriptions and times are available on our webpage: French Language Training Half-Day Workshops
If you have any questions, please email frenchlanguagetraining@gov.pe.ca
UPEI also leads virtual conversation groups for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels that offer a great opportunity to practice your French, exchange with colleagues and ask questions in an informal setting. They don’t require a registration or regular commitment and you can join any time of the week depending on your schedule. If you are interested, please communicate with frenchlanguagetraining@gov.pe.ca. For technical support, please email pdp@upei.ca
The 2025–2026 offerings have now concluded. We are currently planning future French-language training opportunities.
Topics Offered:
Verb Form and Vocabulary Acquisition Exercises
As a participant, you will review common verb forms, increase your vocabulary, and be prompted to practice your French pronunciation.
Topics include:
- using verbs formed with the past participle
- understanding designations and professional titles
- using adverbs ending in "ment"
- building vocabulary
- applying knowledge through practice drills
Interactive Grammar Modules
As a participant, you will learn to strengthen your reading and writing skills and improve the quality of the written material you produce in French.
Topics Include:
- verbs
- pronouns
- possessives and demonstratives
- indirect speech
- complex sentences
Master Key Competencies in Oral and Reading Comprehension
As a participant, you will review the theory behind different language functions, and use practical, theory-based exercises to apply your advanced French language skills in common workplace situations.
Topics Include:
- convincing others
- comparing and summarizing ideas
- advising others and sharing opinions
- articulating a hypothesis
- explaining cause and effect
Vocabulary Consolidation: Four Professional Communication Topics
As a participant, you will put your knowledge of French vocabulary to the test by completing suggested practice activities at the end of each topic.
Topics Include:
- project management
- performance at work
- client service
- values and ethics
How do I Complete the French Language Moodle Training?
For staff with an existing Moodle account, use your credentials to login. For new users, please follow the steps below to self-register for the French Language Moodle Training:
1. Follow the link which will direct you to PEI government Moodle website: https://moodle.gov.pe.ca/moodle/login/index.php.
2. Create your Moodle user account using your PEI government or Health PEI issued email address.
3. You will receive a confirmation email asking you to authenticate the registration details.
4. Complete your profile during the enrollment process.
5. Respond to the webinar course content at your own pace.
What if I Can’t Login to My Moodle Account?
If you are experiencing technical issues logging into your Moodle account, check and ensure Cookies are enabled on your browser. If after enabling your cookies the problem persists, please contact the Service Centre for assistance.
Antidote
The Public Service Commission provides free Antidote software to its bilingual employees. This software helps correct French grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and more. For further details, please visit the website at: https://www.antidote.info/en/
To access the software, send a request to frenchlanguagetraining@gov.pe.ca
Getting Involved
Interacting with French-speaking person and participating in French community events is the best way to practice and learn French. These community organizations offer many activities and send regular newsletters to promote them.
- La Voix acadienne - PEI French newspaper
- Centre communautaire La Belle-Alliance (Summerside)
- Le Carrefour de l'Isle Saint-Jean (Charlottetown)
- Actions Femmes Î.P.É
- City Cinema
Free online tools and resources
Please note: Below are free tools you can use on your own personal devices but none should be used on any government issued devices. Be mindful of your WI-FI connection to avoid unintended mobile data usage.
Resources of the Language Portal of Canada:
- Language Navigator, TERMIUM Plus, free tools, quizzes, and Our Languages blog www.noslangues-ourlanguages.gc.ca/en/index
CBC:
- Listen! with Radio-Canada’s APP Ohdio: Ohdio offers a wide variety of exclusive podcasts, audiobooks, and music playlists ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio
- Learn! with Mauril: Test your listening comprehension skills with audio and video content from CBC and Radio-Canada. mauril.ca/en/
- Or cook! Radio-Canada offers Mordu: a website with recipes, articles, and videos ici.radio-canada.ca/mordu.
Length: Half day session
Audience: All employees
Upcoming Sessions: TBD
Workshop Description:
In this interactive workshop, you will have the opportunity to learn about yourself and others by learning about personality type preferences that affect behaviour and communication at work and in your personal relationships.
Objectives
• Understand your unique personality
• Learn how different personality preferences affect relationships
• Learn different inter-personal communication techniques
Applications in the Workplace
• Improved decision making
• Improved communication with your work colleagues and clients
• Improved team effectiveness
Description de l'atelier :
Dans cet atelier interactif, vous aurez l'occasion d'apprendre à vous connaître et à connaître les autres en découvrant les préférences associées aux types de personnalité qui affectent le comportement et la communication au travail et dans vos relations personnelles.
Objectifs
• Comprendre votre propre personnalité
• Apprendre comment les préférences associées aux types de personnalités affectent les relations
• Apprendre différentes techniques de communication interpersonnelle)
Application dans le milieu de travail
• Amélioration de la prise de decisions
• Amélioration de la communication avec vos collègues et vos clients
• Amélioration de l’efficacité d’équipe