Up to $1.05 million in targeted funding aimed at attracting workers, developing key sectors, and expanding access to education and services for French-speakers in the territories.
Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), announced a contribution of up to $1.05 million to help maximize economic opportunities and support thriving French-language communities in the North.
This funding, delivered through CanNor, supports projects led by the Association franco-yukonnaise in Whitehorse, the Collège nordique francophone in Yellowknife, and the Association des francophones du Nunavut in Iqaluit. Each project supports different aspects of community and economic development, from attracting Francophone tourists and new workers to developing a central hub for delivering essential services in French.
Today's announcement aligns with the Government of Canada's Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028: Protection-Promotion-Collaboration by promoting linguistic duality and equitable access to services. Francophone communities play a valuable role in strengthening Canada's economy and society, and the Government of Canada remains committed to providing the support they need to flourish.
