The St. John’s Local Forum of French for the Future will be held on December 18, 2025, at Memorial University, St. John’s Campus (NL).
We expect over 300 students from grades 9 to 12, coming from a variety of Anglophone and Francophone schools in the region. Throughout this day dedicated entirely to the French language, participants will take part in interactive, educational, and fun workshops.
It’s a unique opportunity for students to build connections across linguistic communities, while discovering the richness of Francophone and Acadian culture.
Don’t miss this incredible event, register now for an unforgettable experience!
SCHEDULE
TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
8:30 AM
Registration, kiosks, ice-breakers
Bruneau Centre, main entrance
9:30 AM
Opening ceremony
Bruneau Centre IIC-2001
9:45 AM
Conference
Bruneau Centre IIC-2001
10:10 AM
Workshop #1
Various locations
11:10 AM
Workshop #2
Various locations
11:55 AM
Lunch and kiosks
Bruneau Centre, main entrance
12:30 PM
Cultural activity
Bruneau Centre IIC-2001
1:30 PM
Plenary and closing
Bruneau Centre IIC-2001
Special guests
Hughie Batherson
A comedian originating from Cape Breton, Hughie is an Anglophone who thrives in the Acadian Francophone scene. Winner of the Just for Laughs competition in Acadia, he has since participated in tours and festivals in the Atlantic and Ontario. He has opened for several big names in Quebec and Acadian comedy.
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