EVENT DETAILS
Date
From Monday, February 1st to Friday February 5th
Where
Online
Description
250 high school students studying in French on Vancouver Island will gather on ligne February 1st until February 5th for an unforgettable week full of entertainment.
Students will get together for one hour per day to attend conferences and workshops. Then at the end of the school day, they will have access to special video games with other students from the province!
This memorable experience will demonstrate to students that French is not just a school subject, but is also a vibrant culture that offers plenty of possibilities. Space is limited so register right now!
Schedule
| DAY/DATE | TIME | ACTIVITY | ONLINE PLATEFORM | MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS |
| Day 1 – February 1 2021 | From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. | Opening ceremony and inspiring guest speaker Mathieu Gingras | Youtube Live | Unlimited |
| Day 2 – February 2, 2021 | From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m | Workshops on arts: Radio, theater or art therapy. |
Youtube Live |
Unlimited |
| Day 3 – February 3 2021 | From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m | Workshops on well-being: Yoga or Mindfulness |
Youtube Live |
Unlimited |
| Day 4 – February 4 2021 | From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m | Workshops on environment: Econova or Rethink Together |
Youtube Live |
Unlimited |
| Day 5 – February 5 2021 | From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m | Closing ceremony and performance by Maryze | Youtube Live | Unlimited |
For more information consult the Local Forum Guide here.
Vancouver Island Local Forum Coordinator
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Vancouver
Victoria
For any questions about the Vancouver Island Local Forum, please contact the coordinator at: cb@francais-avenir.org
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GUESTS
MATHIEU GINGRAS
Originally from Quebec, Mathieu Gingras obtained his undergraduate degree in history/geography from l’Université de Moncton. Passionate about the richness of cultures in Canada, he did a master’s degree in public administration at the same university and became its director of student development and recruitment.
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MARYZE
Maryze is a bilingual singer-songwriter based in Montreal and originally from Vancouver. Her electro-tinged pop-R&B music evokes an entire world of contagious rhythms with introspective lyrics about mental health, sexuality and self-esteem. After a North American tour in 2019, an EP acclaimed by Radio-Canada and the American media, and songs featured on the Viral 50 Canada chart and in several major Spotify and Apple Music playlists, this promising artist has just released her debut album in 2020.
REGISTRATION
To register and participate in the Vancouver Island Local Forum, please communicate with the event coordinator. She can be reached at: cb@francais-avenir.org
SPONSORS
Thank you to all of our sponsors:
