The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon is pleased to support five community-led projects with a total of $15,000 through the Yukon Francophonie Day funding program.
This year's funding recipients are École Émilie-Tremblay, Jack Hulland Elementary School, Les Essentielles, Programme Confluence and Société d'histoire francophone du Yukon.
This annual funding program supports community groups, businesses, municipalities and educational institutions in hosting events promoting the vitality and diversity of the Yukon Francophonie on and around May 15, the official Yukon Francophonie Day.
"A heartfelt thank you to all applicants for their commitment to showcase the richness and vitality of the Yukon Francophonie. I am proud to continue supporting community-led initiatives that contribute to a vibrant Yukon through the celebration of language and culture. I invite all Yukoners to take part in the Yukon Francophonie Day festivities. Bonne Journée de la francophonie yukonnaise!"
Commissioner of Yukon Adeline Webber
Quick facts
- Since 2007, the Government of Yukon has proclaimed May 15 Yukon Francophonie Day, which allows all Yukoners to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and vitality of the Yukon Francophone community.
- Since 2023, the Office of the Commissioner of Yukon has made available $15,000 in annual funding to create opportunities for Yukoners to participate in Yukon Francophonie Day celebrations.
- This year, the funding program was open for applications from January 13 to February 14, 2025.
- Based on the most recent national census (2021), more than 14 per cent of Yukoners speak French, and that number is on the rise.
- The Yukon is the third-most bilingual jurisdiction in Canada, after Quebec and New Brunswick.
Backgrounder
The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon has awarded a total of $15,000 to five projects through the Yukon Francophonie Day program.
École Émilie-Tremblay received $1,811 for a talent show that will give students an opportunity to showcase their unique talents with their families and community members on May 15.
Jack Hulland Elementary School received $2,390 for a school event on May 15 featuring food that highlights Francophone culture and live music by a Francophone and Francophile band. The school is also planning to sing one or two songs with the band.
Les Essentielles received $3,638 for an exhibit highlighting 50 to 75 biographies of Francophone women who have contributed to the development of the Yukon and promoting Franco-Yukon culture on May 15.
Programme Confluence received $5,236 for an event to celebrate Francophone culture with Yukon Francophone artists and to share information about French-language resources available in Dawson and through the Yukon Francophone School Board. It's also a way to thank the City of Dawson for warmly welcoming the program and to build connections with all communities.
Société d'histoire francophone du Yukon received $1,925 for an open house May 14 inviting the public to explore photos that represent the history and evolution of education in French, highlighting the role that French-language education has played in the Yukon.
