1. POURQUOI LE FRANÇAIS?! Why Study French?

2. In Canada… More than 9 million Canadians speak French!

3. In the World… Around the globe, 160 million people live and work in French!

4. Top Reasons to Study French… 1. Increases job opportunities 2. Provides better chances in our global economy 3. Opens up experience in other cultures and allows you to meet new people 4. Improves language skills and critical and creative skills 5. Builds self-esteem and pride in one’s culture

5. Opens the door to the world of art, fashion, dance, cuisine, cinema and literature...

6. Enhances travel experiences

7. Opens up the world of sporting events

8. Career Possibilities Translator / Interpreter Editor / Proof-reader Travel / Hospitality Government/ Politics/ International Affairs Business Journalism / Broadcasting / Film Health Care Services Scientific Research and Engineering Importing / Exporting Education / Teaching Law

9. Did you know…? French is one of the most frequently spoken languages in the world after English. More tourists visit France than any other country in the world. French is a major language in high tech and business. Bombardier aircraft manufacturers (QUE), TGV 320km/hr, Automotive, Air Liquide (Industrial and Medical Gasses) and Geospatial Imaging Satellite (SPOT)

10. French is one of the most frequently used languages on the Internet. Over 50 000 English words have their origin in French. Montreal, the second largest French speaking city in the world, it is only 7 hours away from us.

11. « La meilleure façon de réaliser ses rêves, c’est de se réveiller » -Paul Valéry (French poet, essayist and philosopher) “The best way to make your dreams come true, is to wake up.” -Paul Valéry