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In French Immersion, students receive instruction in French in a variety of subjects from a teacher who speaks French fluently.
To quality for the French Immersion Certificate, students must take at least 10 credits in French Immersion (out of the 30 credits needed for the OSSD).
Learn more about French Immersion and French as a Second Language Programs.
| Grade | Compulsory (7) | Optional (3) |
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| 9 |
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| 10 |
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| 11 |
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| 12 |
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Opportunities
- Cultural opportunities, such as Cinéfranco, Le Théâtre français de Toronto, La Troupe des anciens
- French Language Proficiency Contests, such as Canadian Parents for French, Grade 12 writing contest
- French and Language Immersions and Exchanges, such as YMCA Work Experience, Explore and International Student Exchange Ontario
Top Reasons for Studying French
- Increased job opportunities and better function in the global economy.
- More than 9 million Canadians speak French.
- Around the globe, 160 million people live and work in a French-speaking environment.
- Increased appreciation of other people and cultures.
- Increased appreciation and understanding of our own culture.
- Learning French helps knowledge and command of the English language.