The Canadian Association of Applied Linguistics

The Canadian Association of Applied Linguistics (ACLA) is a bilingual learned society that brings together researchers, practitioners and students around research, creation and mobilization of knowledge on contemporary issues in applied linguistics.

ACLA at a glance

Our story

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The ACLA currently has 183 members in Canada and abroad.

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The ACLA currently has 97 student members.

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The journal, RCLA, has been contributing to the field of applied linguistics since 1998.

The objectives of ACLA

Promote research, teaching and knowledge mobilization in all areas of applied linguistics;
Promote the voices and work of French-speaking, Indigenous and historically marginalized community researchers;
Support the development of emerging researchers through mentoring, networking and training activities;
Organize an annual congress in various regions of the country to promote exchanges across Canada;
Support the Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics, the association's official journal.