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About the event
It is with great pleasure that Simon Fraser University's Office of Francophone and Francophile Affairs (OFFA) invites you to the fourth edition of the J'enseigne en français Conference.
This is an invitation to all teachers who see themselves in the “I teach in French” context in British Columbia! In addition to workshops and conferences, there will be an exhibitors' lounge offering a wide range of thematic resources, a book signing with the keynote speaker, and a cocktail reception where you can network with colleagues from across the province.
This one-day conference will take place in person at the Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection, in Surrey on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Visit the website to learn more about:
- Detailed schedule
- Descriptions of the conferences and workshops
- Logistical details: registration form, scholarships, how to get there
The organizing committee looks forward to seeing you on February 13, 2026!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
ALICE A PROPHÈTE
Alice Prophète is a professor and researcher at the Université de l’Alberta’s Faculté Saint-Jean. She holds a PhD from Simon Fraser University and is interested in educational equity, initial teacher training, and support for professionals from Francophone immigrant communities. Her research focuses on identity construction and professional development among racialized Francophones, as well as the promotion of Black history and cultures in Canadian schools and society. With over 25 years of teaching experience and two children's books to her name, she explores the links between research, literature, and the transformation of educational practices.