Canadian Parents for French, sa国际传媒 & Yukon branch announced the recipients of the 2024 Bouquet de merci awards.
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This year, the honours go to volunteers Heather Balatti, the Fort St. John chapter president, and Cheryl Dowler, the outgoing president of the Vernon CPF chapter.
The Bouquet de merci is an award of recognition for individuals or associations who contribute significantly to the goals of Canadian Parents for French (CPF). The 2024 winners were recognized for their outstanding contributions to supporting French language learning and engagement in their communities.
Cheryl Dowler, who recently completed her term as Vernon CPF Chapter President, has demonstrated strong leadership in collaborating with school district leaders and advocating for French learning opportunities.
Her work organizing events such as Bonhomme visits, district competitions, and library programs has made a significant impact. Her dedication to clear and concise communication has helped streamline chapter activities, and her creativity has left a lasting mark on her local French Immersion program.
Heather Balatti, as President of Fort St. Johnsa国际传媒 CPF chapter and an active leader in PAC and DPAC, has gone above and beyond in organizing opportunities for French Immersion students and their families.
From graduation events to hosting free family movie nights and promoting French family camps, Heathersa国际传媒 tireless efforts have created lasting opportunities for students to engage with French outside the classroom. Her passion and ability to connect with parents, teachers, and community leaders have made her an inspirational figure in promoting French language learning.
鈥淭he dedication and commitment of volunteers like Heather and Cheryl help make French language opportunities accessible and enriching for students across their communities,鈥 saidAlex Hughes, president of CPF sa国际传媒 & Yukon.
鈥淭heir leadership, creativity, and passion for French Immersion have not only strengthened local programs but also inspired parents and students to connect with the language and culture in meaningful ways. We are truly grateful for their contributions.鈥
CPF sa国际传媒 & Yukon recognizes individuals or associations in BC or the Yukon which have contributed significantly to the following goals of CPF:
鈥 To assist in ensuring that each young Canadian has the opportunity to acquire as much knowledge of the French language as they are willing to attain.
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鈥 To promote the best possible types of French language learning opportunities.
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鈥 To establish and maintain effective communication between parents, educational authorities, and government officials responsible for French language learning.
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鈥 To provide educational opportunities for young Canadians to learn and use the French language.
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Nominations for the Bouquet de merci award are accepted annually, with the deadline each May and results announced in the fall.
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