Registration

Mini-courses are offered to Grade 8 to 11 students in Eastern Ontario and to Secondary II to V students in Quebec whose school board or private school is participating in the program.

Am I a good fit for MCP?

Responsible and respectful – Student demonstrates positive behaviour and treats others with respect.
Independent – Student feels comfortable navigating campus independently and taking participating in a program with students from all over the greater Ottawa region.
Able to miss a week of school – Student is organized and prepared to keep up with regular schoolwork before, during and after the program. Able to balance school and other commitments.
Curious and eager to learn – Student is excited to explore new ideas, concepts and experiences.
Engaged and enthusiastic– Student actively participates in activities, discussion and group learning.

How to Register

To register for the program, your school or board will send a link to access the registration page for your school. Registration opens on January 18, 2027, and must be done by 5:00 p.m. on February 19, 2027.

Create a profile on Minic.ca
Pick 10 mini-courses that interest you and rate them on a scale from 1 to 10. (We cannot guarantee that all students get their first choice, but the algorithm will offer you your best possible option).
Your school or board with review your application; they must approve it to participate in the program.
Pay for your application by credit card.

If you have any questions about registration or your mini-course, contact the person responsible at your school (i.e. your guidance counsellor).