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By Levasseur-Ouimet, France and McMahon, François
French-language Education in Alberta
Access to French education has been central to the development of French life in Alberta. The history of the Franco-Albertan community’s struggle for French-language education has profoundly marked the community’s identity and constitutes a fundamental and original part of its heritage. Without the courage and tenacity of past generations, today’s Franco-Albertans would not have the opportunity to educate their children in French. The political battles of the past allow over 5,000 students to attend Alberta French schools today.
The English version of the Encyclopedia of French Cultural Heritage in North America is online since December 15th, 2009. It features an ever growing number of articles, documents and resources on the heritage of French-speaking North America.
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