Back to SearchDIEPPE, NB — The City of Dieppe marks National Francophone Immigration Week, which takes place from November 3 to 9, 2024. Under the theme, Shaping Tomorrow’s Heritage, the initiative illustrates the importance of the cultural heritage of francophone and Acadian communities.
The initiative also highlights the varied contributions of all community members. For coexistence to succeed, it is vital to build an inclusive and sustainable future.
Dieppe reaffirms its commitment to the French language.
“As a francophone municipality offering services in both official languages, we support the francophone community and encourage francophone immigration,” says Emilie Haché, director of immigration. “We firmly believe that newcomers enrich our community.”
Youth activities
On November 8, children aged 8 to 10 are invited to take part in the “Francophonie without borders” activity, where they can draw, dance, and learn about the various French-speaking communities around the world. But hurry, space is limited! Register now with Cœur Petite Enfance at: https://forms.gle/gdfCAuRdWkCwzgjo7 (available in French only).
Activities for CCNB - Dieppe Campus students are also planned.
About Dieppe
Dieppe is proud to have declared itself a francophone city offering bilingual services in 2000, making French its working language. As a leader for many decades in promoting the French language, Dieppe is a city whose founding families and current population are overwhelmingly French-speaking and of Acadian descent.
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About National Francophone Immigration Week
National Francophone Immigration Week is an opportunity to bring francophones of all origins together. In today’s context, where Canada is welcoming more and more French-speaking immigrants into its francophone and Acadian communities, the initiative aims to enhance coexistence and develop practices that embrace diversity.