Mr. Speaker, every year on the 20th, Canada celebrates the Journée internationale de la Francophonie.>
This is the occasion chosen by francophones and friends of the Francophonie in Canada to express their attachment to the French language and culture and to promote its vitality in our country.
During the two weeks surrounding this day were born the Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, which aim to draw attention to our francophonie through discussions, get togethers and celebration.
The Rendez-vous gives the country a picture of Canadian francophonie and underscores its strength, diversity, important contribution to building the country and contribution to Canada's cultural wealth.
March 20 reminds us of the solidarity of the francophonie. This is a rendez-vous not to be missed.