An educational observation visit allows you to discover the hospital environment and explore a profession or role at Hôpital Montfort. By accompanying a professional in their daily activities, the observer can better understand real‑world conditions and help guide their academic or professional path.
Important Conditions
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The maximum duration of a visit is 1 month or 150 hours.
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Administrative fees of $50 apply for processing the request.
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The visit is unpaid.
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The observer is not covered by liability insurance or workplace accident insurance from Hôpital Montfort during the visit.
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Requests are processed based on the hosting capacity of departments, programs, services, and units.
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The visit is strictly observational: no direct or indirect interaction with patients is permitted.
Required Documents
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A letter of intent explaining the request;
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A current résumé (CV);
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A complete immunization record, including measles, varicella, and COVID‑19 as per the FAQ; the policy also includes requirements related to tuberculosis and immunity against certain diseases;
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The mandatory consent/registration form for all visits.
How to Apply
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Prepare the required documents
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Complete the application form
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Your request will be reviewed based on criteria and hosting capacity
Educational observation visits
Educational observation visits are aimed primarily at secondary school students, college or university students, and certain professionals wishing to gain a better understanding of a particular field.
In some cases, visits may also be offered to individuals trained abroad who wish to familiarise themselves with the Canadian healthcare system. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on the applicant’s profile and the applicable criteria.
No. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis and depend on the capacity of the teams, programmes and services.
You can specify your preferences in your application. However, allocation is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Your application will be assessed. If it is accepted, you will be contacted to complete the administrative procedures and arrange your visit.
No. The visit is strictly observational. Under no circumstances are you permitted to interact with patients, ask clinical questions, carry out an examination or consult medical records.
Yes, in some cases. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the individual’s profile and objectives.
Yes. People under the age of 15 are not eligible. Parental consent is required for those under the age of 18.