Our Activities
The Francophone Centre of Sault-Sainte-Marie hosts many activities and events to meet its mission and vision to promote the Franco culture and language in Sault Ste. Marie.
Upcoming Events
Bon Soo Skate - February 15th 10am to 12pm
Past Events
We are pleased to offer members of the Francophone Centre the preferential rate for 2025. Tickets must be purchased at the office before November 28.
International week of Francophone Immigration
November 2 to 8
Networking for NewcomersNew to the Algoma region? Join our FREE virtual Francophone networking event!
A friendly opportunity to meet other newcomers, discover available services, and make your first connections in the community. 📅 Thursday November 6th 🕖 19 h à 20 h 📍 On line – 100 % FREE 🔗 Registration required: https://forms.gle/VR5oWXv6yov46Q8F8 ✅Free access to useful resources and contacts ✅ Secure space to ask your questions ✅ Ideal opportunity to start building your network 📩 Registration or info : [email protected] An opportunity not to be missed! |
French book fairGive, exchange, discover... completely FREE!
This activity offers newcomers and the community a unique opportunity to exchange books at no cost while creating moments of cultural sharing. 📅 Friday November 7th 🕖 16 h à 20 h 📍 CÉFA – 145 McNabb St, Sault Ste. Marie 🎟️ Open to All – Participation Free ✅ Bring a book or participate without obligation ✅ Take home new reading material without spending a penny ✅ Friendly and free activity for the entire community 📩 Info : [email protected] 705-946-1565 Come celebrate reading and the French language! |
Bushplane Museum & Tap RoomCelebrate the Francophonie and the holiday season at no cost!
Discover more than 90 local exhibitors, unique handmade creations, and an exceptional festive atmosphere! 📅 Saterday November 8th at 13 h 📍 Bushplane Museum – 50 Pim St, Sault Ste. Marie 🎟️ Entrance Free 🔗 Registration required: https://forms.gle/tGnhKqB1X7bTuck28 ✅ Shop with no entry fee ✅ Converse in French ✅ Socializing at the Tap Room from 15 h to 17 h. 📩 Info : [email protected] 705-992-9194 A free activity perfect for all! |
Festival Franco 2025Get ready to celebrate! We're throwing a joyful party to share the amazing spirit of Franco-Ontarian culture with everyone. Young, old, newcomers, French speakers, French lovers—no matter who you are, if you love fun and discovering new cultures, this celebration is for you!
Join us on Sunday, September 28th, for our annual Francophone Community Recognition Awards. We'll start with a delicious Franco-inspired banquet to thank the incredible people who keep our culture and language thriving. We’ll be honoring a standout volunteer and a true community champion before we all get to laugh and dance the night away with a performance by the hilarious and talented Les Bilinguish Boys! |
In 2010, September 25th was officially proclaimed Franco-Ontarian Day, and every year since, we celebrate by raising the Franco-Ontarian flag at City Hall and celebrating our community. Join us for the flag raising at 11am on the 25th. This will take place at the Civique Centre. This year marks the flag's 50th anniversary.
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Festival St-Jean Baptiste
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Saint-Jean Baptiste is a national Francophone festival that celebrates family.There will be a BBQ, craft tables, popcorn, inflatables and more. Francophone music and artists will be playing throughout the day. This classic event has been celebrated for 40 years and not only shows our community that we are active members of the city, and will help show the rest of the city that there is a strong French community in Sault Ste. Marie.
This year, the festival will take place on June 22 from 11am to 5pm, under the roof of the Machineshop skating rink. |
Camp Franco Fun - Cancelled
We regret that our planned 2025 Summer Camp has been cancelled due to renovations to the camp and office space. We understand this may cause some inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. The safety of our staff and participants remains our top priority.
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Oratory Contest
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Canada Fim Day
The Francophone Centre is proud to present 2 francophone films on April 16th, in celebration of Canadian film day.
The films will be shown at the Grand Theatre 641 Queen Street, Sault Ste. Marie. There will be English subtitles. All are welcome. 5:30 PM The Journal of Aurélie Laflamme 8:00 PM Bon Cop Bad Cop 2 Donations to help support this annual event will be accepted at the door. |
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Rendez-vous de la Francophonie
Celebrate the Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF) from March 1 to 31, 2025 to promote Francophone culture across Canada! For more details; https://rvf.ca/en/the-rvf/2025-edition/ The centre francophone would like to invite you to celebrate with them during the month of march. |
Beer SoiréeCome join us to discuss la francophonie and how to cultivate your roots! Le Centre will provide the appetizers to wet your whistle.
When: March 13th Time: 5 to 7pm Where: The Taproom at the Northern Superior Brewery 50 Pim Street, next to the Bushplane Museum |
Network SoiréeCome network with us to discuss la francophonie and how to cultivate your roots! Le Centre will provide the appetizers to wet your whistle.
When: March 20th or 21st Time: 5 to 7pm Where: Mane Street Cafe, 626 Queen St East Parking: Public parking off Albert St between East and Brock St. and use the Alley Way from parking lot to Queen St. and go right. |
Christmas Party 2024We are pleased to support the Club de Joie de Vivre for their 2024 Christmas party. They are also offering the member price for tickets to members of the Centre Francophone. The price includes dinner and live music with the Waybacks. There will be door prizes and a special gift from Santa. Tickets can be purchased at the office or online at:
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Bon Soo Family Skate 2025Come join us for some french family fun with a french playlist and some hot chocolate, you can show off your skating skills to the crowd.
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Franco-Ontarien FestivalIn 2010, September 25 was officially proclaimed Franco-Ontarian Day, and every year since, we have celebrated by raising the Franco-Ontarian flag at City Hall. This year, we will be celebrating and shareing the unique aspects of our Franco-Ontarian culture. Our festivities are for everyone, young and old, newcomers, Francophones, Francophiles and all those who like to have fun and discover other cultures.
On Sunday, September 22, we'll be holding our annual Francophone Community Recognition Awards ceremony. We recognize the francophone the francophone business who has done the most for the community that year, as well as the francophone entrepreneur of the year. After the ceremony, we'll host a banquet to thank all the francophones in our community for all they do to keep our culture and language alive. The banquet will be followed by a concert by Rats D'Swomp, a popular Franco-Ontarian band. |
Franco-Ontarien Flag RaisingOn Wednesday, September 25, there will be a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall at 11am. Dignitaries and children from french language schools and programs will be invited.
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La Semaine Nationale de L'Immigration Francophone12th edition from November 3 to 9, 2024
Shaping Tomorrow's HeritageEvery year, at the beginning of November, brings together thousands of Francophones from across the country to celebrate the richness of cultural diversity and the contribution of immigrants to Francophone and Acadian communities.
The theme invites us to discover the heritage of people from all backgrounds who make up the Francophone and Acadian communities and invites us to discuss the challenges and successes of living together in each community.
For more information: semaine.immigrationfrancophone.ca |
Camp Franco FunWelcome to the 2024 edition of Camp Franco Fun!
The team at the Francophone Centre welcomes you to their summer day camp organized just for you, the Francophones and Francophiles. Together, we will experience the Francophonie in action by having fun in a respectful and inclusive manner. At Camp Franco Fun, there will be activities for all tastes, from the most traditional to the most current. Participants will be delighted with physical activity, crafts, theatre, music and much more. This year, the camp will take place the weeks of; July 10 to 14 July 17 to 21 July 24 to 28 To register or for any questions, send an email to [email protected] |
St-Jean Baptiste
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National Film DayCanFilmDay, presented by Reel Canada, will take place on Wednesday, April 17 and celebrates Canadian cinema and filmmakers. Join us for CanFilmDay's celebration from coast to coast! The Francophone Centre is presenting the film 1991, a romantic comedy. This film will be presented in French.
Cost: Free for members and $5 for the general public. Location: Grand Theatre, 641 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario. Time: Doors open at 6pm and film starts at 7pm. For more information on this film: 1991 |