Life and culture in Québec | Université Laval

Learning about life and culture in Québec also means learning to navigate the different services, systems, procedures, and everyday resources.

This page has all the information you need to settle in, find your way around, and make the most of your studies, your personal life, and your time with your family while you are in Québec.

Healthcare system

Learn the basics of health and hospitalization insurance, as well as where and how to find general and specialized healthcare.

Managing your finances in Québec

Learn about the cost of living in Québec, as well as the way banks and banking work here.

Support services and leisure in Québec City

From cultural and leisure activities to libraries and community organizations, Québec City has a lot of services and resources for you and your family.

French, the official language

Find resources for learning French and learn about some of the ways Québec French is unique.

French in Québec

Family life

Learn about the education system and enrolling your children in school, childcare services, tax and government benefits for families, and getting visas for your family.

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Tips and resources for studying in Québec (in French)

Orientation at Université Laval

Adjusting to life in Québec

Support for student parents

Student Life Office (BVE)

Throughout your stay at Université Laval, the Bureau de la vie étudiante (BVE) is your point of reference to facilitate your arrival in Canada, your installation and your integration into the university community.

418 656-2765
information@bve.ulaval.ca

View business hours and contact information