SASKATCHEWAN CELEBRATES FRANCOPHONE CULTURE

Saskatchewan Francophones and Francophiles will join millions of others from all over the country to celebrate Canada's rich French culture and history during the 10th annual Rendez-vous de la francophonie, from March 7-23.

"These two weeks present an opportunity to celebrate the vitality of our own French-speaking communities," Provincial Secretary Wayne Elhard said. "This year's theme - 'From Past to Future Generations' - truly speaks to the strong Francophone heritage we have here in Saskatchewan, and the important role they will continue to play as we work to secure the future of our province and become a leader in Canada."

Celebrations are held annually in March throughout Canada to promote French language and Francophone culture and to coincide with the International Day of La Francophonie on March 20. In Saskatchewan many activities will take place around the province. There are 9.4 million French-speakers in Canada and almost to 50,000 in Saskatchewan.

To find out more about this year's Rendez-vous celebrations in Saskatchewan and across Canada, visit www.rvf.ca.

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For more information, contact:

Nicole Fellinger
Communications, Provincial Secretary
Regina
Phone: (306) 787-1370
Email: nfellinger@gr.gov.sk.ca