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French for Parents is a program offered by CPF–SK chapters to enable parents of students learning French as a second-language to experience some of what their child is learning. Parents learn basic vocabulary such as a child might learn in the early years of a French immersion program. They learn a little grammar, common phrases and become comfortable with the concept of learning a second-language. The classes are interactive and offer the parent opportunities to practice their oral and written skills. French for Parents is offered in various locations around the province. Level 1 is designed for parents who have little or no French experience.  Level 2 is designed for parents who have completed a Level 1 French program or for anyone who is interested in developing conversational French. 

The Conseil de la Coopération de la Saskatchewan in partnership with l'Association franco-yukonnaise and the RDÉE de Terre-Neuve et Labrador, launched their new e-commerce website,
www.francoboutique.ca. This e-commerce tool provides Francophone entrepreneurs from across
Canada the opportunity to sell their products and services over the Internet.

Association des parents fransaskois works towards the development and global formation of young Francophones from 0-22 years of age, as well as in the growth of their families. For more information, visit www.parentsfransaskois.ca.

Yes, you can Help! A book full of information and inspiration for French immersion parents. This publication from Alberta Learning explains French immersion in Canada, and how an English language parent can help a child learning French. Available from Alberta Learning at: www.lrc.learning.gov.ab.ca/scripts/cgiip.exe/resources/findares.htm.

Linguascope is an interactive website full of language resources. It provides interactive activities for learners of a different language. For more information, visit www.linguascope.com.

Foreign Languages for Travellers will provide help for those going on a holiday and wanting to learn a new language. For more information, visit www.travlang.com/lang.

CPF National website is a source of answers, support and resources for those interested in French as a second-language. For more information, please visit www.cpf.ca.

Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages is an agent of change and ombudsman. Its mission is to achieve the objectives of the Official Languages Act. For more information, visit www.ocol-clo.gc.ca.

Are you interested in taking your child to watch a French play? La Troupe du Jour in Saskatoon is a French theatre group that holds plays all year long. If you are interested in attending one of these plays, La Troupe du Jour allows access to the script before the play to make viewing a little easier. For more information please call 306.244.1040.

IDEA! If you are a parent looking for ideas in getting your child involved in French, we have just the thing for you! Go to the library, and pick out any DVD and select the French language instead of English! It will get your child involved visually!

Canadian Heritage is responsible for national policies and programs that promote Canadian content, foster cultural participation, active citizenship and participation in Canada's civic life, and strengthen connections among Canadians. For more information, visit www.pch.gc.ca.

CRÉPE is a Centre which offers access to a multitude of educational resources in French for children ages 0-7 for a family membership of $60 a year. Sign up and receive access to resources directly at your home so you can start French early with your child. For more information, call 306.763.4717, email apf.lajeunesse@sasktel.net. or contact the CPF-SK office.

Multilingual Matters is an international independent publishing house that lists writings in the areas of bilingualism, second/foreign language learning, sociolinguistics, translation, interpretation and books for parents. They also publish peer-reviewed academic journals, and the The Bilingual Family Newsletter. For more information, visit www.multilingual-matters.com.

French Immersion, Kindergarten to Grade 5, A Parent Information Handbook is a document published by Saskatchewan Learning providing a vehicle for teachers to share information with parents. www.sasked.gov.sk.ca/branches/omlo/infoparent/livrets/immersion/anglais/index.html

French Immersion, Grades 6-9, A Parent Information Handbook is a document published by Saskatchewan Learning providing a vehicle for teachers to share information with parents. www.sasked.gov.sk.ca/branches/omlo/infoparent/livrets/immersion/anglais6-9/index.html

Core French: A Parent Informational Booklet is a document published by Saskatchewan Learning which outlines the core French program in Saskatchewan schools and the importance of learning a second-language.
www.sasked.gov.sk.ca/branches/omlo/infoparent/livrets/pdf/core_livrets.pdf

ABC Canada Literacy Foundation is a national charity committed to promoting literacy to the general public and to the private sector. They are a partnership of business, labour, educators, and government. www.abc-canada.org/fld-jaf/index_fr.shtml