TORONTO and QUEBEC. – On the eve of Franco-Ontarian Day, Caroline Mulroney, Ontario Minister of Francophone Affairs, and Sonia LeBel, Québec Minister responsible for Canadian Relations and the Canadian Francophonie, confirmed a joint investment of more than $525,000 under the Cooperation and Exchange Agreement between the Government of Ontario and the Government of Québec with respect to the Francophonie.
This investment will support 19 projects developed jointly by Francophone organizations in both provinces. The majority of these projects are in priority areas such as economic development, education, culture, tourism, youth, and diversity and inclusion.
“Our government is pleased to actively and financially support Ontario’s Francophone community and the Francophonie in Canada,” said Minister Mulroney. “In this regard, collaboration with our partners in Québec is essential and this investment reflects our determination to act together to support the Francophonie and stimulate exchanges between our two provinces, particularly with regard to the French language and culture.” Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs
“I am pleased to see the enthusiasm for the call for projects jointly initiated by Quebec and Ontario to strengthen the Francophonie. Our two governments have even exceeded the initial joint investment objective of $500,000 set at the beginning of the year! I would also like to take this opportunity to recognize the work of Minister Caroline Mulroney and to mark Franco-Ontarian Day, September 25, and to wish everyone a pleasant celebration.” Sonia LeBel, Minister responsible for Canadian Relations and the Canadian Francophonie.
Under the Cooperation and Exchange Agreement between the Government of Ontario and the Government of Québec with respect to the Francophonie, both provinces are investing more than $525,000 this year to support joint projects that will encourage the development of Francophone culture, capitalize on economic opportunities, and enhance mutual understanding between the Quebec and Franco-Ontarian populations.
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