How long does it take for an employee to become functional in English?

How long does it take for an employee to become functional in English at work? Discover the key factors (initial level, objectives, frequency) and CLIC Language Services' realistic approach to developing your teams' autonomy.

Corporate language training in Montreal: communicating in a bilingual and diverse market

Discover how corporate language training in Montreal, on the South Shore and the North Shore, helps organizations improve communication, support employee integration and develop French and English skills.

Language training in companies: understanding is not enough

Many employees understand English or French but hesitate to speak in a professional context. Discover why this hurdle is common in the workplace and how language training can help develop confidence in speaking.

Corporate language training in Sherbrooke: why companies are investing more

Why are Sherbrooke businesses investing heavily in language training? Discover how business English courses and French language training have become real drivers of performance and retention in the Eastern Townships.

5 essential English phrases for negotiating a contract

Discover 5 essential English expressions to help you succeed in contract negotiations and boost your business English. Advice from CLIC Language Services, available throughout Quebec and Ottawa.

Oral communication in business: breaking the block

In many companies, employees understand English or French very well, but freeze up as soon as they have to speak. This article explains why comprehension doesn't automatically translate into spoken expression: stress, lack of reflexes, and insufficient practice in real-life situations. It highlights the concrete impacts on collaboration, meeting participation, and even career advancement. Finally, it presents CLIC Linguistic Services' approach, which focuses on oral communication, professional role-playing, and the gradual development of confidence to move from "I understand" to "I communicate."

Corporate language training in Quebec: essential in 2026

Discover why language training (French and English) has become essential for Quebec businesses in 2026.

AI speaks English… but can your employees really make themselves understood?

In a context of continuous advancement in artificial intelligence, we examine the importance of human language skills in our article "AI speaks English... but can your employees really make themselves understood?". CLIC Linguistic Services is here to support you in developing your teams' skills, thereby strengthening their ability to interact with confidence and precision.