Official Languages committee  I work in the same school division. When I started my career, I worked at secondary level, but, at the moment, I am working at primary level. I see a new generation coming along; I see a number of my former students, graduates from our immersion programs, now bringing their child

Official Languages committee  No, it is not a problem. All students can register in an immersion program in their neighbourhood schools, if one is offered there. There is no lottery, or anything like that here.

Official Languages committee  I would like to add to my colleague's comments. It seems to me that one of the frequent reactions to students experiencing difficulties is to suggest a transfer, as Mr. Anderson said. Parents are not always the ones who consider this possibility. The teachers are often the ones

Official Languages committee  Can you clarify your question?

Official Languages committee  No, that is the percentage of students across the province who choose French immersion programs. In our school board, 50% of new registrations go into immersion programs.

Official Languages committee  No. I was the principal of École Provencher when the program was cancelled. The program changed over the years, and toward the end it was no longer a program for francophones. The initial idea was to provide francophones with the opportunity to learn some English. Some subjects,

Official Languages committee  Good morning. Thank you for inviting me to be here today. This morning, I have the pleasure of telling you about my experience in immersion schools. I am the principal of École Howden, part of the Louis Riel School Division, here, in Winnipeg. Throughout my 24-year career, I ha