Ottawa – Mayor Jim Watson will welcome the Francophone community during the 8th Annual Francophone Rendezvous with the Mayor on Tuesday morning at Ottawa City Hall.
This year’s event will celebrate the 400th anniversary of the passage of Samuel de Champlain and the Francophone presence in the Ottawa region. The City of Ottawa is proud to take a walk through history in recognition of their efforts and contributions spanning over 400 years.
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Time: 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Speeches and presentations at 8:15 a.m.
Location: Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave. West
Jean Pigott Place / Andrew S. Haydon Hall
Special guests include Nicole Fortier, President of the Société franco-ontarienne du patrimoine et de l'histoire d'Orléans (SFOPHO), members of the 400th Anniversary celebrations coordinating committee for the Ottawa region, and political and community leaders.
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