The Government of Canada is providing more than $1.5M to support the economic growth of Manitoba's Francophone and bilingual communities
The French language and Francophone and bilingual communities are vital parts of what makes Manitoba special. March is Francophonie Month, a time to explore and celebrate the rich diversity, culture and history of Francophones. Manitoba is home to 16 vibrant bilingual municipalities. These communities are an integral part of the province's identity, economic growth and cultural vitality.
Today, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced a federal investment of $1,557,150 for three projects to support the economic growth of Manitoba's Francophone and bilingual communities. These projects will help strengthen the Francophone labour market in bilingual municipalities and provide support for Francophone tourism entrepreneurs in the province. Over 200 jobs will be created or maintained, and more than 100 small- and medium-sized businesses across Manitoba will benefit.
Of note, $1.2 million in funding will support the work of the Association des municipalités bilingues du Manitoba Inc. (AMBM) to determine labour force needs, strengthen the cultural capacities of employers, and connect them with newcomers, Indigenous people and youth.
These investments are administered by PrairiesCan and provided through the Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) and Tourism Growth Program (TGP).
Projects receiving support:
- AMBM is receiving $1,200,000 to strengthen the labour market in rural bilingual municipalities in Manitoba.
- Le Conseil de développement économique des municipalités bilingues du Manitoba (CDEM) is receiving $200,000 to support Francophone tourism entrepreneurs in Manitoba.
- Entreprises Riel Inc. is receiving $157,150 to support outdoor cultural and recreational Francophone summer tourism experiences.
