Maigret Mysteries with Wafa Elhajj
The famous French detective created by writer Georges Simenon is back at Sainte-Anne, joined by teacher Wafa Elhajj.
This 22.5-hour, 10-week course is ideal for students at the Advanced level who enjoy reading in French as well as, bien sûr, a little mystery in their lives.
This class is offered online so that all would-be sleuths will have equal access to Maigret and the murky mayhem that constitutes his world.
The 2.25-hour weekly class will transport students to France as well as other locales.
Join Maigret, and with the aid of Wafa, help him unlock his latest mystery.
Curriculum
Each session, a different book involving the Parisian policeman is presented in a fun format that encourages students to use their French and whodunit skills. Vocabulary, discussions and hands-on language skills are seamlessly incorporated. Perfectionnement 102 level is required.
Frequency
This 10-week program is offered four times yearly.
*Weekly online classes take place on Wednesdays, from 09:00-11:15 a.m.
At a glance
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Registration Notes:
Registration
Please Note:
Registration Policy
Registration for the session is on a first come, first served basis. Your application must be complete for it to be processed fully. If your application is not complete, there will be delays in processing it, which may result in you not obtaining a spot in the session, even if you already paid for the course. To ensure that your application is processed correctly, you must complete the placement test (both the written and oral components) prior to registering in the session, so that you know which level you can register for.
If you register before having completed both parts of the test, and you aren’t able to complete the test before the session starts, resulting in not having a placement in time, then we will cancel your registration and reimburse you the tuition fee, with a $20 administrative fee.
Please note that test times do fill up quickly.
Your registration in the session is only confirmed once you have received an email with the subject line “Confirmation of your registration – {Level} – {Day} – {Time} – Online”.
Attendance Policy
Students are allowed to miss as many as 3 classes (or 6 classes in the accelerated program) per session. If you miss more than 3, a one-time only make-up class, in a course of the same or a similar level, can be offered. It is the student’s responsibility to keep track of how many classes they have missed.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your registration, with a $20 administration fee, until 9 a.m. on the second Monday of the session. After that date, we will not accept cancellations.
Holidays
There will be no class on Tuesday, July 1, Monday, August 4 or Monday, September 1. To make up for the Tuesday class, 15 minutes will be added to each Tuesday class. To make up for the Monday classes, 15 minutes will be added to each Monday class, and there will be an additional class on September 8th. Any additional make-up classes will take place between September 8 and 19.
Seniors' Discount
Seniors age 60+ can receive a 50% rebate on course registrations. Please contact us to receive a coupon code that you can use at checkout to get your rebate.
- Registration Start: 2025-05-26 09:00
- Registration End: 2025-06-30 23:59
- Program: Maigret Mysteries with Wafa Elhajj
- Session: Summer 2025
- Dates: June 30 to September 5
- Location: Online
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Details:
10-week part-time program.
Classes are 2.25 hours long.
22.5 hours of class – once a week. -
Cost:
Last day to benefit from the early registration fee is June 25, 2025.
There is a $20 administrative fee for cancellations between May 26 and July 7, 2025. After July 7, there will be no refund.
- List Name: Maigret Mysteries with Wafa Elhajj
- Course Type: Part-Time Day and Evening
Registration
Please Note:
Registration Policy
Registration for the session is on a first come, first served basis. Your application must be complete for it to be processed fully. If your application is not complete, there will be delays in processing it, which may result in you not obtaining a spot in the session, even if you already paid for the course. To ensure that your application is processed correctly, you must complete the placement test (both the written and oral components) prior to registering in the session, so that you know which level you can register for.
If you register before having completed both parts of the test, and you aren’t able to complete the test before the session starts, resulting in not having a placement in time, then we will cancel your registration and reimburse you the tuition fee, with a $20 administrative fee.
Please note that test times do fill up quickly.
Your registration in the session is only confirmed once you have received an email with the subject line “Confirmation of your registration – {Level} – {Day} – {Time} – Online”.
Attendance Policy
Students are allowed to miss as many as 3 classes (or 6 classes in the accelerated program) per session. If you miss more than 3, a one-time only make-up class, in a course of the same or a similar level, can be offered. It is the student’s responsibility to keep track of how many classes they have missed.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your registration, with a $20 administration fee, until 9 a.m. on the second Monday of the session. After that date, we will not accept cancellations.
Holidays
There will be no class on Tuesday, July 1, Monday, August 4 or Monday, September 1. To make up for the Tuesday class, 15 minutes will be added to each Tuesday class. To make up for the Monday classes, 15 minutes will be added to each Monday class, and there will be an additional class on September 8th. Any additional make-up classes will take place between September 8 and 19.
Seniors' Discount
Seniors age 60+ can receive a 50% rebate on course registrations. Please contact us to receive a coupon code that you can use at checkout to get your rebate.
FAQ
Are your courses open to anyone? Are there prerequisites?
For all French as a Second Language classes, you must first complete a French Language aptitude assessment.
Do I have to take a test before enrolling in a course?
Yes, for all French as a Second Language courses, passing a French aptitude assessment is required in order to enrol.
Will I earn a French certificate?
Yes, we have certificates for all completed French as a Second Language courses. Please note that good attendance is a mandatory requirement for completion.
Do you offer accreditation as well?
Yes, we’ve recently added a micro-credentialled course to our course list, and plan to add more in the future. Please keep checking this site. Or if you’d like to partner with us to create an accreditation, please contact us.
Can I take part-time classes or even full-time classes?
Yes, we offer both part-time and full-time course options. We also offer tutorials.
When is the deadline to register? How do I register? Can I pay online?
For most courses that we offer, you can now register and pay online.
Who should I contact for more information?
Contact us with your questions, or reach out to a member of our team directly to get more information on the course you are interested in.
How will I know if I have been accepted?
Upon registration, you will receive an automatic confirmation email.
What happens if a class is cancelled?
You will be informed by email if a class is cancelled.
What happens if I have to miss a class?
Please let your teacher know in advance if possible, and they can ensure you don’t miss any important course material.
What happens if I need to cancel after registering?
For all courses, you will have a very limited window for cancellation. Please check the individual requirements of your course, as our cancellation deadlines are final.
Do you offer classes in English?
Yes we do.
Are you hiring?
We hire throughout the year, depending upon need. Some of our former students now work with us. We encourage anyone with a good French or teaching background interested in working with us to
