Canadian Parents for French - Okanagan/Skaha Chapter, BC SD67

Canadian Parents for French-Okanagan/Skaha Chapter is a parent-led organization supporting French-language education social, cultural & sporting activities

Mission Statement

Canadian Parents for French (CPF) is the national network of volunteers which values French as an integral part of Canada and which is dedicated to the promotion and creation of French-second-language learning opportunities for young Canadians. Vision Statement

A Canada where French- and English-speakers live together in mutual respect with an understanding and appreciation of

each other's language and culture and where linguistic duality forms an integral part of society. Values Statement

In Canadian Parents for French we value commitment to our mandate, the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge, and the taking of initiative and responsibility so that we achieve credibility and effectiveness. Description
CPF was founded in 1977 by parents who wanted to ensure that children would have the opportunity to become bilingual in the Canadian school system. Keith Spicer, at the time, Canada’s first Commissioner of Official Languages, had met groups of parents across Canada who wanted their children to learn French as a second language (FSL) but who ran into roadblocks at the local school board. To get the ball rolling, Mr. Spicer offered to find some seed money — enough to organize a national conference of like-minded parents. The result was an event called “Parents’ Conference on French Language and Exchange Opportunities,” which took place in Ottawa in March of 1977. It was during the weekend-long conference that CPF was officially founded as a volunteer-based advocacy group. The original small group of concerned parents who met in Ottawa over 30 years ago, has evolved into a proactive national network with 11 Branch offices and some 170 Chapters in communities coast to coast. General Information
What does CPF Do? Advocacy and Support for FSL Education

CPF promotes quality FSL education at all levels both independently and through collaboration with like-minded organizations. CPF works with teachers, principals, trustees and school boards to promote and improve FSL opportunities at the local level. CPF National works with the federal government and national organizations involved in education to create an environment supportive of French second language education. CPF Branches work with Ministries or Departments of Education, teacher organizations, and other groups concerned with education to ensure that there is support for French-second-language education. Culture

CPF seeks to raise awareness of culture and the value of learning French as a second language by sponsoring cultural events in communities throughout Canada. CPF organizes French language activities for students from across the province or territory. Member Services

As a grassroots organization, CPF prides itself on the service and value offered to its members. CPF acts as an information resource for parents and organizes community events. CPF Chapters organize in-school activities such as winter carnivals, performances by French-speaking artists, public speaking contests and a myriad of activities that support and enhance learning French. Out-of-school activities include programs like summer camps. CPF services continue to expand to meet the needs of its members. CPF provides volunteer training and development. CPF provides information and resources about French-second-language learning. CPF sponsors out-of-school programs such as winter and summer camps, exchanges, educational visits and weekend workshops for all students learning French.

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03/03/2026

Another Successful Carnaval d'Hiver at Apex! ❄ ⛄ ⚜
Did you attend? Please fill out our survey to let us know how we can make it even better next year.
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We'd also love to see your photos! Either add to this message or tag us in your posts!

🙏Thank you to everyone that helped make this a success:

Cheffy & The Edge Bistro at Apex Mountain for Free Hot Chocolate
Braden Hill Orchard for the Hot Apple Cider
Maple Roch Pure Canadian Maple Syrup for the Tire d'Erable station with special thanks to Jill
for the delicious Poutine at the Pit Stop
Apex Mountain - Peak Sweets Beignets (Donuts)
Apex Mountain Resort Staff & Tube Park Lifties
Canadian Parents for French - BC & Yukon plus our parent and student volunteers!

02/26/2026

02/12/2026

Carnaval Tickets for Sunday March 1st are on sale now (please only purchase from this link ,or contact us directly, often these sites get targeted by scammers). https://form.jotform.com/cpfbcyuk/OKSK-Carnaval

02/03/2026

Planning Meeting! Thurs Feb 5th 7pm at KVR Elementary. Come out to help us plan our annual Apex Tube Park Carnivale! Everyone welcome, you do not need to speak French to join us. (In person, we'll have goodies, or ask for the Zoom link)

01/13/2026

Calling all Grade 5 parents in the District! Are you interested in Grade 6 French Immersion? Come out to the SD67 information sessions: 7pm at Summerland Elementary Library Tues Jan 13 (tonight) or 7pm Thurs Jan 15 at the Siya house (425 Jermyn Ave, Penticton). Hope to see you there! Also note that we are having our regular Chapter meeting at KVR Elementary Library on Mon Jan 19th at 6:30pm -- we're planning our Annual Carnival at Apex Tube Park! (Note: you do not need to know/speak French to come to our meetings).

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05/01/2025

Mark your calendars -- May 26th is our AGM! Monday 7pm at KVR Middle School Library. New Gr 6 French Immersion parents are welcome (no french needed). We will also have Zoom available...but if you come in person there will be goodies!

03/04/2025

Did you see Bonhomme at Apex? Did you attend our Carnaval? Please fill out our survey to give us feedback. https://www.jotform.com/build/232976390706263 We'd also love to see your photos! Either add to this message or tag us in your Posts! Bonhomme had a terrific time, and we'd like to thank everyone that helped make this a success:
Cheffy & The Edge Bistro at Apex Mountain for Free Hot Chocolate
Maple Roch Pure Canadian Maple Syrup for the Tire d'Erable Station run by Jill & Steve
Gunbarrel Saloon for the delicious Poutine and Maple Fudge
Apex Mountain - Peak Sweets Beignets (Donuts)
Apex Mountain Resort Staff & Tube Park Lifties
Canadian Parents for French - BC & Yukon
plus our Parent and Student Volunteers!

02/25/2025

Two days left to get your Carnaval Tickets! The snow is falling at Apex and we're set to have an amazing celebration this Sunday. Don't miss out. Tickets are only $8 - get them online now at, https://form.jotform.com/cpfbcyuk/registration-carnaval-2025-CPF-OkSk

01/19/2025

Thank you City of Penticton - Municipality and - Bonhomme was delighted to join in the festivities.

12/06/2024

The National Essay Contest With a 750-word essay, students in grades 10, 11 and 12 can win one of 102 scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $28,000 to pursue their post-secondary studies entirely or partially in French.

10/28/2024

Online Zoom Meeting tonight! 7pm https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83862355227?pwd=rMJSKBTUbuzrPhf6fFgpK8gxaPaN1I.1

Meeting ID: 838 6235 5227

Email [email protected] for passcode.

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