The ability to speak and understand French allows students to communicate with
French-speaking people in Canada and around the world, to understand and appreciate
the history and evolution of their cultures, and to develop and benefit from a competitive
advantage in the workforce.
While the knowledge of any language has value, French is not only a global language
but the mother tongue of many Canadians and an integral part of the Canadian identity.
Learning French equips students to communicate with French-speaking Canadians and
millions of French speakers around the world.