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Paul O'Doherty
I am excited about meeting so many open-minded people, who are willing to help a total stranger enjoy Lyon.

InterNations - A Place for Canadians in Lyon

Hello to all of our Canadians in Lyon! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Canadian expats in Lyon? Are you looking for advice from other Canadians, e.g. which bars in Lyon will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for maple pancakes?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Lyon. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Canadian expats, coming from Ottawa, Vancouver, Montreal and all regions of Canada.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet fellow Canadians at our events in Lyon

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Canadians in Lyon.

Hiking Aqueduc Valfleury

Sep 8, 2024, 8:30 AM

16 attendees

Hi hikers, we hope you enjoyed your holidays. Time now to restart hiking ! During the 6 hours 35 minutes and 18 km walk, we will discover a buried aqueduct and numerous orchards. Don't forget to bring

International Picnic-Brunch

Sep 8, 2024, 10:00 AM

13 attendees

Please join us at Parc de Gerland (entry with Merry-Go-Round (carrousel) for breakfast/brunch. Bring food to share. There is a water fountain nearby. For those who like breakfast, come around 10 am. T

Oysters & Clubbing

Sep 14, 2024, 7:30 PM

14 attendees

Dear all, Oyster season has just begun, and L'Huitrier is opening its doors. Let's meet as usual in Gerland to taste the freshest seafood! The party continues, for those who wish, at the La Maison C

Clubbing Night

Sep 14, 2024, 11:00 PM

30 attendees

Dear all, As promised, here is an invitation to a summer night at La Maison Club. Three bars: in the garden, inside and on the terrace, a large area outside and inside, a dance floor, a pleasant su

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From Canada, living in Lyon
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From Canada, living in Lyon
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From Canada, living in Lyon
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From Canada, living in Lyon
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From Canada, living in Lyon

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InterNations is a place where Canadian expats in Lyon exchange experiences and tips to support each other. France'se prefecture, once famous as the world's silk capital, can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

Browse our Members Network to get to know Lyon’s Canadian expats.
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Meet Fellow Canadians in Lyon at Our Events

Our community in Lyon is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Lyon’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Canadian expats to explore the salty marshland of the Camargue. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Canada in your local community as well as Canadians in France nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Canadians living in Lyon!

Paul O'Doherty
I am excited about meeting so many open-minded people, who are willing to help a total stranger enjoy Lyon.
Maria Cristina Alves
If you don't speak French, it is difficult to find friends here. But InterNations helped me to meet other expats and get tips to improve my language skills.