From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Yellowknife has been chosen as the 14th and concluding Welcoming Francophone Community under Canada’s Action Plan for Official Languages. This selection marks a significant step in fostering inclusivity and integration for French-speaking immigrants.<\/p>\n June 7, 2019 \u2013 Yellowknife, NWT<\/strong> \u2013 As part of the Government of Canada’s initiative, 14 communities nationwide will receive funding to develop programs that aid French-speaking newcomers in settling into Francophone minority areas. This effort, backed by a $12.6 million investment over three years, was highlighted in Budget 2018.<\/p>\n The Meeting Our Objectives: Francophone Immigration Strategy, unveiled on March 13, 2019, promotes collaboration among federal, provincial, territorial, and community partners. It aims to bolster the vitality of official-language minority communities by increasing French-speaking permanent residents outside Quebec and ensuring their successful integration and retention.<\/p>\n The selected communities are: Prince George (British Columbia), Calgary (Alberta), Moose Jaw and Gravelbourg (Saskatchewan), Seine River Region (Manitoba), Hamilton (Ontario), Hawkesbury (Ontario), Sudbury (Ontario), Labrador City\u2013Wabush (Newfoundland and Labrador), Haut-Saint-Jean (New Brunswick), Municipality of Clare (Nova Scotia), \u00c9vangeline Region (Prince Edward Island), Whitehorse (Yukon), Yellowknife (Northwest Territories), and Iqaluit (Nunavut).<\/p>\n “Francophone communities are opening their doors to French-speaking newcomers. Yellowknife will now offer even more opportunities for immigrants to feel at home and integrate into Canada’s fabric. Our Francophone Immigration Strategy is dedicated to increasing French-speaking immigrant numbers in minority communities.”<\/p>\n \u2013 The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n “Yellowknife’s selection strengthens our Franco-T\u00e9noise community, addressing workforce and community needs. With funding of $305,670, Yellowknife can warmly welcome more Francophones to the Northwest Territories.”<\/p>\n \u2013 Michael McLeod, MP, Northwest Territories<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n “Creating a welcoming Francophone hub in Yellowknife will enhance newcomer integration. Collaborating with partners, we aim to help new arrivals settle and remain in Yellowknife.”<\/p>\n \u2013 Linda Bussey, Executive Director, F\u00e9d\u00e9ration franco-t\u00e9noise (FFT) (Yellowknife)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Media Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n Mathieu Genest<\/strong> Media Relations<\/strong> The initiative aims to support French-speaking newcomers in settling into Francophone minority communities across Canada.<\/p>\n A total of 14 communities have been selected to participate in this program.<\/p>\n The strategy focuses on increasing French-speaking permanent residents outside Quebec, supporting their integration, and enhancing community capacity.<\/p>\n For more details, read our immigration guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Introduction to Welcoming Francophone Communities<\/h2>\n
Communities Embracing Francophone Newcomers<\/h2>\n
List of Welcoming Francophone Communities<\/h3>\n
Official Statements<\/h3>\n
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Important Insights<\/h2>\n
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Contact Information<\/h2>\n
Minister\u2019s Office, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-954-1064<\/p>\n
Communications Branch, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
IRCC.COMMMediaRelations-RelationsmediasCOMM.IRCC@cic.gc.ca<\/a><\/p>\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
What is the purpose of the Welcoming Francophone Communities initiative?<\/h3>\n
How many communities are involved in the initiative?<\/h3>\n
What are the goals of the Francophone Immigration Strategy?<\/h3>\n